Windy Ridge Farm

Windy Ridge Farm, Scottish Highland cattle, Waterford, OH, in southeastern Ohio near Parkersburg. Denise Ratzer of Windy Ridge Farm has been raising Scottish Highland cattle for several years and follows recommended health screening practices to maintain herd vitality. Windy Ridge Farm participates in breed association events and exchanges best practices with other Highland cattle breeders. The herd grazes on gently rolling pastures, rotating paddocks to support pasture health, and calves are raised with daily monitoring from birth.

Their approach emphasizes gentle handling and early socialization, leading to cattle known for steady temperament and strong growth. Animals are sheltered in well-ventilated barns during winter months and have access to mineral supplements year-round. Calving occurs in clean, temperature-controlled pens, and calves receive hands-on care to support healthy development. The farm's pastures blend rolling hills and woodland edges, reflecting a long history of small-scale agriculture in the area.