Iron Wire Ranch

Iron Wire Ranch, Heritage Shorthorn cattle in Janesville, CA, operates from Sierra County and the Sierra Nevada near Reno. Katie White has over a decade of experience with Shorthorn genetics and maintains registry memberships with industry associations for transparent record keeping.

Calves are raised in small family herds on pasture, with daily handling from birth to encourage calm temperaments and ease of transition to placid adult animals. Facilities include open barns and rotational grazing paddocks to support hoof health and natural foraging behavior through each season. Regular health checks and targeted breeding goals focus on structural soundness and longevity, reflecting a philosophy that healthy animals yield balanced production and well-being.

She brings a background in sustainable ranching practices from years of working alongside experienced local breeders. Visitors note the clean pastures and approachable herd during scheduled farm tours. Many customers appreciate the ranch’s small scale and personal attention at each stage of growth.