Ryan Highland

Ryan Highland is a Scottish Highland cattle breeder in Conway Springs, KS, in south central Kansas near Wichita. Shawn Ryan has long been involved in local agricultural groups and adheres to national health testing protocols, maintaining thorough lineage records and working with veterinarians on routine care.

The cattle graze on fully fenced pastures and have access to open shelters year-round. Calves are socialized from an early age and handled daily to ensure calm temperaments and strong foundational care. The farm’s sustainable grazing plan helps maintain soil health, improve pasture quality, and reflects a commitment to animal welfare.

These Scottish Highland cattle are noted for their hardiness and distinctive long coats, and visitors have remarked on their gentle nature. Known for their resilience in cold winters and ability to thrive on modest forage, these cattle demonstrate efficient weight gain with minimal supplementation and support overall herd health. The herd contributes to native grassland biodiversity by controlling invasive species through managed grazing cycles.