Martinelli Cattle Co.

Martinelli Cattle Co., Scottish Highland cattle, Livermore, CO, in northern Colorado near Fort Collins, is a ranch focused on heritage genetics. The operation follows recognized breed standards and maintains detailed health records for every animal, including routine screenings and maternal line tracking.

The cattle graze on rotating pastures through spring and summer and spend winter nights in a roomy barn with deep straw bedding. Gene and Maria Martin emphasize daily handling and social exposure so calves grow accustomed to people and avoid stress during transport.

Their herd remains small to ensure personalized care and reliable temperament, appealing to family farms and small growers. Visitors often note the gentle nature of the calves and the Martins’ steady commitment to animal welfare at every stage. Martinellis document each calf’s birth weight, parentage and growth milestones, offering prospective buyers transparent breeding histories. The ranch’s rolling grasslands and mountain backdrop reflect a long tradition of attentive stewardship and respect for natural cycles.