R Place Ranch

R Place Ranch is a Hereford cattle breeder in Powell, Texas, serving Smith County and the Piney Woods near Tyler. The ranch has over a decade of experience and is a member of the American Hereford Association, with routine genetic and health screening for calving ease and disease resistance. Its registry paperwork and pedigree records are available for prospective buyers to review. It raises its cattle on native grass pastures, rotating herds seasonally and socializing calves from birth to ensure calm, adaptable animals.

Jack and Lyn Chastain focus on balanced conformation and temperament, and their bloodlines include several show winners at state fairs. Cattle are handled regularly to build confidence, and the ranch’s open-air barns offer shelter while maintaining fresh air and natural light. Visitors often note the Chastains’ steady approach and the animals’ friendly disposition on reviews. Many customers appreciate the ranch’s transparency in sharing breeding goals and performance data.