Shady Acres Shorthorns

Shady Acres Shorthorns is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Cameron, WV, in Marshall County and the Northern Panhandle near Wheeling. Roger Strope and Ellen Mae Strope have been raising Shorthorns for more than a decade, following American Shorthorn Association guidelines and routine health screenings to support strong bloodlines. The family-run farm sits near the Ohio River and balances modern care with traditional husbandry methods.

The animals graze on mixed cool-season grasses and receive daily handling from birth to ensure calm temperaments. The Stropes emphasize low-stress management, allowing calves to remain with their mothers on pasture and grow at a natural pace. Local buyers often note the cattle’s sturdy conformation and gentle nature, qualities rooted in the farm’s commitment to balanced selection. Each calf receives a veterinary assessment before leaving the farm, helping maintain herd health across generations.

Residents in West Virginia value the Stropes’ long-standing stewardship of farmland and thoughtful approach to sustainable livestock care.