J & K Donovan Beefmasters

J & K Donovan Beefmasters raise beefmaster cattle in Grass Valley, CA, in Nevada County near Sacramento. Jim and Jeanne Donovan have been raising beefmaster cattle for more than a decade, guided by both national and regional breed association standards and routine health screenings. They hold membership in Beefmaster Breeders United, participate in quarterly performance evaluations and maintain detailed records on maternal traits, growth rates and structural soundness.

Their herd grazes on open pastures under a rotational schedule and receives daily hands-on care to promote calm temperaments and robust health. Newborn calves receive individualized attention during daily herd checks, helping them adapt smoothly and build trust with handlers. Their multi-generation ranch blends traditional grazing methods with attentive stockmanship, ensuring each animal develops strong foraging skills and a balanced disposition. Reviews often note the gentle nature of calves from this family operation, reflecting the Donovans’ commitment to thoughtful animal husbandry.