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Summer Shade Farms

Summer Shade Farms raises Scottish Highland cattle in Summer Shade, KY, in Metcalfe County and southern Kentucky near Bowling Green.

Jason Miller and Kara Miller have worked with these hardy cattle for more than a decade, maintaining registry membership and performing routine health screenings to support hereditary soundness. Each breeding animal has a detailed pedigree on file with a national association, reflecting the Millers’ emphasis on traceable lineage.

Their pasture-based approach gives calves room to roam and graze, with regular handling sessions to promote gentle temperaments. Breeding stock are selected for sturdy conformation and calm disposition, qualities that suit both small family farms and educational programs. The farm’s wooded hollows and open grasslands offer year-round shelter and fresh forage, reflecting a commitment to animal well-being. Feedback from local dairy farmers and homesteaders often highlights the cattle’s adaptability and steady growth under the Millers’ attentive care.