Elm Creek Shorthorns

Elm Creek Shorthorns is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Winnebago, MN, in Faribault County and southern Minnesota near Mankato. Owner Steve Schutt brings over fifteen years of hands-on experience to this operation and follows comprehensive health protocols including regular vaccinations and routine disease monitoring.

Their cattle graze on rotational pastures and receive daily wellness checks to ensure calm temperament and sound growth. Focused on balanced genetics, Elm Creek Shorthorns selects breeding stock for maternal qualities, muscle conformation and structural correctness. Calving takes place in sheltered barns during Minnesota winters, allowing close observation of newborn calves and timely care when needed. Herd records are meticulously kept, documenting lineage and performance data for each animal to support consistent herd improvement. The farm emphasizes low-stress handling techniques and maintains clean facilities with ample shelter, reflecting a commitment to animal welfare throughout the year.