Willows Highlands is a 5th generation family farm located in Central Maine. We started raising “Hairy Coos” in 2018. Our family chose to raise Highland Cattle not just for their beauty. This particular breed is considered to be highly environmentally sustainable and produces an exceptional quality product.


Known as the gentle giants of Scotland, Highland Cattle are the oldest registered breed of cattle in the world. These magnificent creatures are easily recognizable by their long horns, flowing locks and wooly coats of red, yellow, brindle, dun, white and black. They are a very hardy breed designed to withstand the conditions of the Scottish Highlands. Their distinctive horns rake the ground to find food in the snow. They also have a double coat consisting of a downy undercoat and a long oily coat that keeps them warm in the winter by repelling rain and snow and protecting them from brush, undergrowth and insects. The grazing habits and efficient use of forage of this breed actually help maintain and improve pastureland. Highland Cattle tread lightly, without destroying the ground for other wildlife species and plants, therefore they are considered eco friendly leaving a low carbon footprint.


Our naturally and humanely raised grass fed quality Highland Beef is lean, well marbled, tender, succulent and bursting with a unique beefy flavor. Compared with commercial meat, pure Highland Beef contains almost 7% more protein and almost 17% more iron, averaging over 4% less cholesterol. It is actually lower in fat and cholesterol than chicken.