Ashley Steckel-Temple

Ashley Steckel-Temple breeds Hereford cattle in Olmitz, KS, serving Lincoln County and the Smoky Hills near Salina.

She has over a decade of experience and holds membership in recognized Hereford associations, applying comprehensive health testing to every animal before breeding. Quality nutrition is overseen year-round, with mineral supplementation, rotational forage, and tailored feed rations designed to support steady growth. Calves are raised in pasture-based environments with daily attention to grazing, dental care, and early handling to establish a calm herd temperament.

On this family-run farm, cattle benefit from rotational grazing and shelter in timbered paddocks that reflect years of careful land stewardship. Breeding decisions are guided by balanced traits for strong maternal lines and feed efficiency, aiming to support sustainable beef production. Visitors often note their calm temperament and consistent growth rates under hands-on management at farm tours, local agricultural events, and county fairs.