Marshall Highland Fold

11/11/2026

It’s one thing to own a fold of highland cattle and believe you’re an expert several months in. But it’s something that can’t be achieved overnight, even after 8 years I’m still learning.

Each year I’ve noticed a growth in my confidence, husbandry skills, breed knowledge and most importantly has taught me good stockmanship. Each Highland has it’s own voice, stance, look and personality that can teach you many important lessons. Every lesson comes with new learnings, mistakes, trial & error, successes and an eagerness to know more.

To be an advocate for the breed by sharing my journey is an honour in itself and I couldn’t be more appreciative for the people who have taught me and supported my passion.

Happy 8th Birthday to the bull who started it all, Macauley of Sruthan. Thank you for starting my fold journey from day dot. Love you so much big man ! 🤍

05/11/2026

07/10/2026

It’s déjà vu here at Marshall Highland Fold
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Morag Imogen of Fantail Rise NZ 8379 has once again delivered us another impressive calf, our first bull for the season.

Although we were expecting Morag and our sire Coll of Marshall NZ 8945 to produce a calf without any balls attached. They didn’t get the memo but that’s the joy of breeding highlands.

We still couldn’t be happier with this pair for producing another exceptional calf. So here is Cionaodh of Marshall (pronounced Kenneth).

The diversity of highland genetics runs deep in his blood 👑 Cionaodh is quite the wee unit and is now happily running as a steer.

Only 3 more to go !!

03/10/2026

I’m pinching myself so much for what is only one of many firsts for Marshall Highland fold !! 💛

Every now and then I stop and think about what this means for our fold’s future, which is pretty exciting.

All highland births are like an adrenaline rush, as you never know what will hit the ground. Our highlands have already accomplished so much this year. The variety of genetics has never looked so promising for our small fold in the deep South. It’s our responsibility to uphold the breed standards, make more connections beyond NZ and constantly improve the fold’s adaptability to fit our long term goals.

I’ve kept this selection a secret for the past year, as there’s nothing better than surprising you all with our first new bloodline. With carefully selected genetics coming directly from the UK all the way to NZ, is something I never thought would happen at this early stage.

October 2nd was already full of celebration with Blye of Marshall not only turning 3, but had also given birth to her first calf earlier that same day. Together with new sire Coirneal Mor of Strathburn they have produced a mighty bright yellow heifer.
After heaps of thought of combining names, I’ve decided on:
‘Blyneal of Marshall’.

To brake it down, ‘Bly’ in Gaelic means bright, yellow and sunshine, while ‘Neal’ means passionate and champion. Symbolically translating as the Golden Champion.

This also links back to Coirneal’s pedigree, his sire is Ruaridh 1st of Ubhaidh has a strong presence across the world for being recently crowned ‘Highland Bull of the decade’ at the Royal Highland Show’ in Edinburgh. Such an incredible achievement and an honour to have this calibre of genetics now in our fold.

Blyneal is doing remarkably well alongside her first time parents. There was no mucking around with this wee lass, quickly on her feet, standing well and had no issue latching on, just the way we like it.

So that’s 3 yellow heifers; Morain, Moribel and now Blyneal all sired by our 3 seperate sire bulls. Counting down the days until our other 4 make an appearance. Happy days !! 🤩

12/09/2026

NEW EXCLUSIVE STOCKISTS❕

We strive to provide the best service to all our followers in everything we do.

So we couldn't be more delighted to have another local business getting amongst the excitement.

The marvellous team at Vetco Edendale & Vetco Kennington are both now proud stockists of our 2027 calendars.

Drive on into your local clinic, have a catch up with the crew and grab your calendar now, while stocks last ! 🗓️ Vetco

12/09/2026

UPDATE: Monarc has found his calling. His new family, friends and home are looking forward to meeting him very soon. Thank you all so much for your enquires and continue to keep an eye out for any future cattle available 🤍

Looking for a striking highland to put over your beefies or to have as an impressive paddock decoration ? Here is your chance.

We have too many bulls on the property and I can’t keep them all. Our young, Monarc of Marshall is now looking for new pastures. He’s a perfect representation of the highland breed, he’s traditional black, well structured, has a calm temperament and is showing promise to being a great sire and he’s only 11 months old.

Not to mention that he inherits an impressive variety of full blood genetics, extending beyond NZ. His 2nd great grandsire is Rioghail of Balmoral, one of the late Queen Elizabeth’s bulls 👑

Sire: Laird of Langside NZ 9019
Dam: Morag Imogen of Fantail Rise NZ 8379

For more information on Monarc, please don’t hesitate to pm me to secure your new venture.

07/09/2026

What a beautiful way to start spring, as we welcome another anticipated birth by one of my favourite highland pairings.

Having already produced 3 yellow bulls and 2 white heifers together, Mackenzie of Thistle Lea NZ 8808 & Macauley of Sruthan NZ 8832 always knows how to surprise us each year, noticing a colour trend to specific genders happening over the past seasons.

Well they’ve done the exact opposite and have welcomed their very first stocky, well structured, yellow… HEIFER !! A absolute cracking calf. At first glance I thought it was another yellow bull just by its size, but thankfully I was mistaken. Photos don’t do it justice.

Taking scottish words, “Mor” which means "large” & “great” and “Bel” meaning “beautiful” & “Fair”. I’ve combined the two and come up with a very fitting name, ‘Moribel’.

Moribel of Marshall has certainly captured my eye and is rocking her new tags. I'm absolutely stoked with how this years calves have turned out. Roll on Oct for more 🐂

06/09/2026

Our Marshall team are thrilled by everyone's immense support in purchasing our newly released calendars. Orders are flying out the door and once again we are super excited to have the team at Vetsouth help us out.

Both Vetsouth Invercargill & Winton clinics are stockists of our 2027 calendars.

Marshall Valais - Faye is our PR girl, joining us out on our delivery runs and is getting tones of attention and cuddles at every stop.

So call in and meet the amazing Vetsouth crew and grab your calendar today ! VetSouth VetSouth Pets

31/08/2026

It’s finally spring and I believe it’s time to start advertising our new 2027 calendars. Would you believe me if I said these were printed back in May, as if I’m in a toxic relationship, but we make it work.

Due to overwhelming popularity, we’ve given our calendars a new makeover, which incorporates our two favourite breeds; the full blood Highland cattle and purebred Valais Blacknose sheep. We are super excited to inform everyone that these are all ready for purchase ! 🗓️📸
Our calendars are printed locally, designed and photographed by myself, fantastic quality, showcasing stunning images of our fold and flock members for you all to enjoy. They make the perfect gift for those who also love hairy and h***y animals like ourselves.

Calendars are A4 in size. We can fit up to 3 in a postage bag, if you’re wanting more than one 🐂.
Calendars are $25.00 each.
Urban postage tracked $10.40
Rural postage tracked $16.40
Invercargill deliveries FREE

This year, you will also receive a FREE stylus pen with every calendar purchased. Just a small ‘Thank You’ for your ongoing support.

If you missed out last year, I highly recommend getting in quick as our calendars sell out ultra fast.

Marshall Highland Fold
Marshall Valais NZ

19/07/2026

800 followers and counting…

How did this happen!? We've come a long way in the last 8 years to reach this achievement.
I just want to say a huge thank you to all our followers and viewers helping us get there. Your constant support hasn't gone unnoticed, as it inspires us to continue growing, learning and create more highland content for you all. You guys are too amazing for words🫡