Bill Bates

Bill Bates is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Blue Rock, OH, in Muskingum County in southeastern Ohio near Columbus. With over twenty years of selective breeding and membership in the American Shorthorn Association, he maintains a health-screened herd monitored for genetic traits linked to fertility and growth. Cattle graze on rotating pastures framed by native woodlands, where daily gentle handling helps shape their calm temperaments before weaning.

Bill Bates’s approach balances performance with animal welfare and sustainability, reflecting practices that support soil health and biodiversity on the farm. His calves consistently show steady weight gains and good feed efficiency, earning praise from local feeders for their uniformity and adaptability. Detailed health records accompany each calf at the time of sale, ensuring buyers understand vaccination histories and veterinary checks. Their heritage herd includes bloodlines known for longevity and maternal instincts, traits valued by both commercial and small-scale producers.