Pence Family Farms

Pence Family Farms breeds Shorthorn cattle in Mechanicsburg, OH, serving Champaign County and the Dayton area. Nathan Pence has focused on Shorthorn breeding for several years, follows health screening protocols recommended for the breed, and participates in national registry programs.

The herd grazes on lush pasture with rotational grazing to promote soil health, and animals access open-front barns with fresh bedding. Feeding programs combine grazing with supplemental hay and mineral mixes, while a local veterinarian oversees vaccinations and routine check-ups. Calving begins each spring in heated pens designed for warmth and easy monitoring. Calves receive daily attention from birth through weaning, with early socialization and handling to foster calm temperaments.

Selection for structural soundness and fertility guides breeding decisions to support long-term herd performance. This family-run operation draws on generations of experience, balancing tradition and sustainable practices as it refines breeding goals and tracks lineage through detailed records.