Faye Smith

Faye Smith, Shorthorn cattle, Walton, KS, in south-central Kansas near Wichita. Smith has been breeding Shorthorn cattle for over a decade and maintains active membership in the American Shorthorn Association, with all animals screened for genetic conditions.

Her calves spend their first weeks under close supervision, grazing on mixed-grass pastures before settling into rotational grazing paddocks, and they have access to a shaded loafing shed. As a third-generation cattle farmer, Smith combines traditional practices with modern biosecurity measures to support herd health and temperament. Every animal is introduced to low-stress handling routines and offered balanced mineral supplements to promote steady growth during all seasons. Routine vaccination protocols are tailored to seasonal challenges, ensuring each animal moves through weaning with strong immunity. Careful sire selection focuses on sound structure and maternal traits, reinforcing the farm’s commitment to longevity and productivity. This approach has earned praise from local ranchers for consistent weight gains and calm dispositions.