The 5 Bees Farm

The 5 Bees Farm, Scottish highland cattle, Hagerstown, MD, Washington County and the Cumberland Valley near Frederick, balances tradition and animal welfare. Rich Bryson and Natalie Bryson have been raising these hardy cattle on their family land for several years under American Highland Cattle Association guidelines, including regular health checks for horns, hooves, and genetic conditions.

Calves grow outdoors on grassy pastures with shelter in a restored timber barn, where daily handling helps maintain calm temperaments. The herd’s quiet nature and visible health reflect pasture-based diets and attentive care from birth through maturity. Visitors often mention the farm’s relaxed atmosphere and the Brysons’ commitment to sharing knowledge about sustainable farming.

Each breeding pair is selected for hardiness, docility, and conformation to breed standards, ensuring consistency in their pasture-bred program. The farm’s open-barn design and group weaning approach help calves form social bonds early while offering natural shelter year-round.