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Farm Life
Behind-the-scenes ranch life, herd updates, care routines, and life at Monterey Mini Cow Company.


We've been mooovin': a September ranch recap
A feature in Edible Monterey Bay, wedding memories, and Monterey Zoo's gala—plus what's ahead for our Valais Blacknose sheep and Cow Care Fridays.
John Guru
Oct 53 min read


Meet Rose, Kateri, and Anna: our registered yaks in Monterey County
Three wonderful faces, a pair of half-sisters, and a new chapter at our Salinas ranch. Meet Rose, Kateri, and Anna, the registered yaks we already love.
John Guru
Oct 52 min read


Welcome, Oak and Ash! Born right here at the ranch
Oak and Ash were born right here at Monterey Mini Cow Company. Meet our two Highland calves and share a happy update from our ranch family.
John Guru
Sep 141 min read


Captain’s First Year: The Little Mini Bull Who Started It All
One year ago, Captain stepped off the trailer and quietly changed the direction of our family ranch. This is the story of the little mini bull who started it all.
John Guru
Jul 162 min read


Welcome to the Herd: Meet the Animals of Monterey Mini Cow Company
Meet the animals who are part of our ranch story: cattle, sheep, mini donkeys, pigs, alpacas, and yaks. This is our herd album, not a sale list. It includes animals at the ranch, those who have found new homes, and newcomers we are still waiting to welcome. Beau and Vivienne are coming soon. Beau — Coming Soon. Joining our herd; not for sale. Vivienne — Coming Soon. Joining our herd; not for sale. At Monterey Mini Cow Company, the heart of the ranch is the herd itself. Every
John Guru
Jun 33 min read


A New Chapter on the Ranch: Our Valais Blacknose Sheep Breeding Program
We are excited to share a simple ranch update: MMCC has teamed up with Valais Blacknose of Lovers Lane and welcomed three baby ewes as the start of our Valais Blacknose sheep breeding program.
Genevieve cardinale
May 74 min read
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