Ramp Ranch

Ramp Ranch, Scottish highland cattle, Redmond, OR, in Central Oregon near Bend. Mark and Dixie have been raising these hardy cattle for more than a decade and hold membership in the American Highland Cattle Association. Their herd follows routine health screenings for genetic conditions and hoof care, and every animal enjoys ample pasture turns on sandy loam fields edged by native shrubs.

The ranch buildings date back to the 1930s, offering a familiar setting for calving season and shelter in seasonal storms. Stock are handled gently to promote calm temperaments, with young calves receiving daily human contact during spring hours. Visitors often note the steady growth and glossy coats that reflect a diet focused on grazing and balanced mineral supplementation. Warm land stewardship underpins their approach, with rotational grazing to support plant diversity and soil resilience. All bulls undergo temperament assessments before breeding to ensure consistent docility across the herd.