5E Ranch

5E Ranch breeds Murray Grey cattle in Banks, Oregon, Washington County and the Willamette Valley near Portland. Founded by William Evans, it has been raising these cattle with the American Murray Grey Cattle Society for health-tested, registered stock.

Its cattle graze on rotational pasture systems designed to promote hoof and digestive health under regular veterinary oversight. The ranch employs rotational planting of native grasses to support biodiversity and nutrient-rich forage. Calves are handled gently from an early age to encourage calm temperaments and ease of integration into different farm environments.

Drawing on a family tradition of sustainable ranching, it focuses on balanced conformation and natural resilience in each animal. Many local chefs and small-scale farms have noted the consistent quality of its cattle in both meat tenderness and docile behavior. Feedback from nearby producers highlights the ranch’s attention to traceability and consistent animal welfare standards.