CattleNetwork.com Staff  |   November 30, 2009

Highland Feeders has grown significantly since its inception in 1983, when the two brothers diversified their grain operation with 50 feeder cattle. In 1994, with an 18,000 head capacity and 16 full time staff, Bern and Mike were named the Western Regional Finalists in Canada for Entrepreneur of the Year. Further recognizing their growth was Profit magazine (June, 1995), listing Highland among Canada's fastest growing companies. The theme of adding value extends well beyond the immediate borders of Highland's business.

A study provided by the Alberta Cattle Feeders Association estimates the local and provincial marginal economic annual impact of Highland Feeders at $11.4 MM and $14.9 MM, respectively (direct purchases of cattle and grain are not included in these benefits).

Highland Feeders currently has a standing capacity of 36,000 head and is the sixth largest feedlot in Canada.

The foundation of Highland Feeders is their commitment to the quality and sustainability of their operations. Highland Feeders recognizes that agriculture is a sustainable practice, and they offer the same diligence in their customer relationships.


Services offered by Highland Feeders consist of:

1. Offering cattle for "share" investments, based on a minimum investment of $100,000.00.
2. Feeding Cattle for customers wishing to retain ownership of home-grown calves through to slaughter, based on a 100 head mimimum.

They feature:

• in-house financing - full or feed only
• steel pens, capacity of 100-300 head
• cement feed bunks
• modern health unit/processing facilities
• access to leading edge nutritional expertise
• veterinarian-monitored herd health program
• quarterly customer newsletter
• no additional marketing or insurance fees.

For more information, visit www.highlandbeef.com