JPEL Farms

JPEL Farms raises Scottish Highland cattle in Hoder, CO, El Paso County near Colorado Springs. John Deluke and Peggy Deluke are longtime breeders who follow industry health-testing protocols and registry guidelines.

Their cattle graze on open pastures and receive daily handling to ensure calm temperaments, with calves socialized from birth and raised in family-friendly surroundings. As a family-run farm, they emphasize sustainable practices and seasonal pasture rotation to support soil health and animal welfare. Their breeding program focuses on strong maternal traits and efficient forage conversion, aligning with standards set by breed associations.

Health screenings for common regional diseases are conducted annually, and veterinary support is available through local specialists. Prospective owners often remark on the hardiness and friendly nature of these cattle, qualities valued in both small-scale farms and homesteads. Visitors are welcome to observe daily routines by appointment, which allows them to see the cattle’s living conditions and meet the family behind the farm.