Welcome to Almosta Farm:

Home of the 2010 National Grand Champion Bull

A couple of years ago, I met a young guy named Matthew Mueller from Austin, MN at our fall show with his family. He was so much fun to watch, as he soon became a very capable showman with a great sense of humor. I found out that he was very involved with 4-H and did very well with his projects. He didn’t have a Highland of his own and would show other farm’s animals, including mine. It was such an honor to have him show for me as I would point out the animal to him and he would get it ready for the show ring.

Last year, I approached Matthew and his family to see if they would be interested in Matthew raising a steer. I was very grateful that they took their time to think about it and make sure that they were prepared for the commitment of raising a steer for market. Well, last fall I was honored to give Matthew the steer. And for me is has been nothing short of pure joy. He has kept me posted on how he and the steer are doing. And I finally got to see them both, at the Spring Show a couple of weeks ago. He is doing a great job and is so proud of the steer. I am looking forward to watching this pair continue to grow together.

Almosta Farm Highlands
101 West Street MagnetNE68749 USA 
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April 2013 001The calendar says that we are well into spring, but Mother Nature has had other ideas. In the past 2 weeks, we have had 3 snow storms with about 11 inches of snow total. It has been quite warm so it’s been very heavy; full of much needed moisture. We have also gotten quite a bit of rain between storms. In our area, that has been very good news and has helped with the drought conditions we have been in for the past couple of years. The week before Easter, we harrowed the pastures, fertilized with grass seed mixed in. They were in dire need of attention and with all of this moisture, hopefully the pastures will come back.

Things haven’t slowed down around here even with the weather not being very favorable to work outside. I am involved with the NCHCA Jr. Committee and we have been busy making plans for the Jr. members. We have some new projects for them to participate in, with a Jr. being awarded a donated Highland steer to raise to go to market and another very special award: Jr. of the Year.

Haley & Hunter

Haley & Hunter

The calves are thriving and growing like weeds. Haley was the last one to have her’s on April Fool’s Day. She had a very nice black bull calf from Koal. So, only time will tell if he can walk in his Daddy’s hoof steps.

A couple of weeks ago, I took a couple of heifers to the MN. Jr. Spring Classic in Austin, MN for Bailey and Reilly McConnell to show. There were 320 kids entered in this cattle show, with 11 Highlands kids bringing their cattle for their own breed show. This is the 4th year that the kids have had their own breed classes. It is pure joy to watch these Highland kids grow with confidence and ability as time goes on. Plus, it is a lot of fun to supervise the kids and have someone else do the work. Even though it was cold and wet, I don’t think any of us noticed.

Spring is full of new beginnings and everything seems fresh. May your calving season be full of joy and uneventful.

It is shaping up to be a busy summer for Almosta Farm; hope to see you at one of the events that we’ll be attending.

Almosta Gang’s Winter 2012/2013

February 4, 2013

It is hard to believe with all of the preparation and anticipation that goes into going to the National Western in Denver, Co, it is quickly a memory. This year was especially special with meeting many new Juniors excited to be with and showing their cattle. Some farms it’s 3-4 generations  involved. That is a [...]

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Happy New Year to Everyone!

January 2, 2013

Every year seems to have its challenges and I feel that is how we learn life lessons along the way. But, I will say that 2012 seemed to present more than its share; whether it was animal or weather related. So, I didn’t realize just how far behind I was on my updates, until just [...]

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Fall and the Show Season 2012

October 1, 2012

Fall is finally here. I never thought I would say that I am glad to see summer go, but this year we are. As with many folks throughout the Midwest, we are continuing to be in the worst drought since 1936. On the upside, with fall in full swing the temperatures have dropped and it [...]

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Early Shows and Summer Heat

July 10, 2012

With the show season starting early this year, Gray Owl’s 3 animals and I traveled 6, 900 miles in 7 weeks.  Traveling to Mercer, PA in May with 5 girlfriends and 10 animals was such a good time.  Then a couple weeks later, the 3 animals that I am promoting for Gray Owl Farms this year [...]

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Spring Calves!

May 7, 2012

Spring is such a special time of year at Almosta Farm, with all of the new calves running around.  We had our first one on March 16th and now there are 9 cute faces that make you smile. But it hasn’t been without a challenge.  One of the senior cows, decided to pick a fight [...]

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Wonderful Winter Shows

February 6, 2012

So far, we have had an amazing winter with very little snow and cold.  With the Stock Show on the horizon it’s always a very exciting and stressful time.  This year was especially the case, as I have been responsible for 2 other farms, with 3 of the animals being in the National Sale.  It [...]

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Fall at Almosta Farm Highlands

November 2, 2011

It’s hard to believe that we are halfway through Fall.  Here in Northeast Nebraska we have had a near perfect fall and it looks like it will continue for a while.  The farmers are getting the last of their crops in and preparing the land for next spring. It has been a very interesting year [...]

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Making memories in Summer

August 3, 2011

Summer is always a fun time for everyone, with vacations and family events; creating memories that will last a lifetime.  And that was what happened to me this summer. With the National Highland Cattle Convention being held in different regions, this year it was in Ithaca, NY in June.  These gatherings are such a great [...]

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