Speeds Blessed Pastures

Speeds Blessed Pastures, Scottish Highland cattle, Kirksey, KY in western Kentucky near Paducah. They have been breeding Scottish Highland cattle for several years, following industry health screening protocols and pasture rotation practices. The herd lives primarily on open pastures, with shelters provided during severe weather, and calves are handled gently from birth. Joe and Teresa Speed operate the farm as a family project, aiming to support animal welfare and sustainable land use.

Breeding selections consider temperament and hardiness suited to humid southern climates. All breeding stock undergoes routine veterinary health checks and genetic screenings to support herd health. Their approach emphasizes hands-on socialization from an early age for serene integration into homesteads or small-scale farms. Grazing areas feature rolling hills and native grasses that enhance the breed’s natural foraging abilities, and community barn visits occasionally introduce local stewards to low-stress cattle management.