Deer Trail Ranch

Deer Trail Ranch, Shorthorn cattle, Powhattan, KS, is a family-run operation in Brown County and northeast Kansas near Kansas City.

Owner Becky Bacon has dedicated years to refining herd health and structure, following Shorthorn association guidelines and routine veterinary screening. Calves are raised on rotational pasture with daily handling to support gentle temperament and robust growth. In spring, newborns share covered loafing sheds at night to stay protected from severe weather.

Becky sees each animal as part of the family and involves them in daily routines to build trust and ease handling. The ranch’s focus on balanced genetics blends maternal strength with efficient feed conversion, producing cattle suited for both small beef operations and breeding herds. Deer Trail Ranch participates in local county fairs and Shorthorn association events. This approach to animal well-being and breed standards has earned consistent appreciation from regional producers.