Berckes Beef

Berckes Beef, Limousin cattle in Albany, MN, Stearns County and central Minnesota near St. Cloud. Dean Berckes has spent over ten years refining breeding methods that follow breed association guidelines and maintains thorough health screenings for every herd member.

Our cattle graze on rotational pastures and spend time in well-ventilated barns, with daily handling to support a calm disposition. The farm prioritizes balanced nutrition, sourcing feed from nearby growers and monitoring forage quality seasonally. Calves remain with their dams until weaning, fostering steady growth and low-stress development under careful observation.

Families and small-scale ranchers appreciate the consistent muscle development and gentle nature of these cattle. Berckes Beef remains rooted in tradition, blending practical husbandry with a focus on long-term herd health and sustainability. The farm’s location near Albany allows easy access to local livestock fairs, where animals often earn praise for their structure and temperament.