Penrod Farm & Cattle

Penrod Farm & Cattle raises Scottish highland cattle in Idaho Falls, ID, Bonneville County in eastern Idaho near Pocatello. Since adopting American Highland Cattle Association guidelines more than a decade ago, the farm maintains detailed breeding records, follows a structured vaccination schedule, and works with a local veterinarian for routine health evaluations.

Animals rotate across native grass and alfalfa pastures, and in winter months they have access to insulated barns stocked with deep-bedded straw to support hoof health and minimize stress. Derek Penrod oversees daily feeding, pasture management, and hands-on training that helps calves grow accustomed to quiet handling and fosters strong trust between animals and caretakers. This family-run outfit integrates multigenerational grazing plans that bolster soil vitality and preserve grassland ecosystems, giving highland cattle space to express natural behaviors. Local neighbors and visiting farmers comment on the herd’s steady temperament and robust constitution, qualities that have become hallmarks of Penrod Farm & Cattle’s approach to stewardship.