Txla Highland Farms

Txla Highland Farms, Scottish highland cattle, Madisonville, TX, is set in Madison County and the Piney Woods near Houston. Owner Scott Wasicek builds on family ranching traditions, adheres to American Highland Cattle Association guidelines, and conducts regular herd health screenings.

Each cow and calf pair grazes on native grass pastures, with access to fresh water, windbreak shelters, and daily hands-on socialization to promote steady growth and gentle temperaments. Winter feeding programs use locally sourced hay and minerals to support breeding females through calving season, while young stock move to rotational paddocks to mimic natural foraging behaviors. Several heifers and steers from recent calves have earned reserve grand champion ribbons at the East Texas State Fair, reflecting careful selection for conformation and foraging efficiency. Prospective neighbors often comment on the serene low-stress handling approach and the visible health of the herd under Scott’s attentive care.