About us

Welcome to The Croft

We’re on the east coast of Caithness, where the weather can be wild, the views are big, and our croft is home to three generations – my dad Iain, me (Sally), and my wee boy William. This is where we live, work, and raise our animals – a place we love and do our best to look after.

We keep rare breed Irish Moiled cattle and Hill Cheviot sheep – both hardy, native breeds that suit our climate and way of farming. They are pasture raised, growing slowly and well on our mixed grassland. We use regenerative farming methods, moving them regularly so the grass gets a long rest. It’s better for the soil, better for the animals, and leaves space for the birds, bugs, and wildflowers to thrive.

From our fields to your table
We sell beef and lamb direct from the croft, in a range of box sizes. Everything is seasonal and only available when it’s ready – no rushing, just good meat at its best. We sell locally only (no postal orders) and once it’s gone, it’s gone.  We also keep a flock of free-range hens, providing eggs for our local delivery run. Local food for local folk – that’s what we’re all about.. 

Sharing what we’ve learned
Alongside the farm, I create courses, journals, and planners to help other farmers, crofters, and smallholders work smarter, not harder. They’re the kind of practical, no-nonsense tools I wish I’d had years ago – designed for the smaller farmer, where knowing each individual animal matters more than numbers on a spreadsheet.

The croft is about more than livestock. It’s our home, our work, and our way of life – and through our products, courses, and shared experiences, we hope to pass a bit of that on to you.

Thanks for stopping by,

Sally Crowe
The Croft