Mariposa Farm

Mariposa Farm, Scottish highland cattle, Bend, OR, Deschutes County and the High Desert near Redmond, is a family-run farm dedicated to raising heritage cattle well suited to local climates. It is overseen by Kenneth Sunzeri, who has more than ten years of experience, holds membership in regional livestock associations, and organizes annual health screenings for each herd member. Each animal enjoys rotational grazing on native grasses, access to a sheltered barn equipped for Oregon’s seasonal changes, daily handling to encourage calm temperaments, and supplemental feeding in colder months.

The herd is part of a heritage breeding program that emphasizes genetic diversity, maternal strength, and sound conformation under the guidance of breed standards. Owners value the cattle’s adaptability to high desert conditions, steady growth rates, and suitability for sustainably raised beef programs. All breeding stock receives regular veterinary care and fertility evaluations to support long-term herd health. Visitors often remark on the farm’s serene setting amid rolling hills and report positive encounters with the cattle’s gentle disposition.