Walnut Range Coos

Walnut Range Coos, Scottish highland cattle breeder in Alma, NE, serves Harlan County and south-central Nebraska near Kearney. It maintains registered stock recognized by the American Highland Cattle Association and follows routine health testing for common conditions and sound hoof care. Calves are raised in open pastures with rotational grazing, and daily handling from weaning onward helps foster calm, social herd dynamics.

Owner Forrest Swanson draws on a family ranching background to balance traditional practices with modern nutrition, including grass-based diets supplemented with locally sourced feeds. Over time, it has established breeding lines noted for sturdy frames and weather resilience under Nebraska’s changing climate. Visitors and fellow ranchers often comment on the gentle disposition of the herd and the clear records provided for lineage and veterinary history. The operation also shares guidance on pasture rotation techniques and parasite management to support ongoing herd health beyond the sale of calves.