Shane Okeson

Shane Okeson is a Hereford cattle breeder in Bagley, MN, in northern Minnesota near Minneapolis. The operation follows recommended health-screening protocols, including annual hoof trimming and respiratory exams, and registers cattle through recognized breed associations.

Calving is managed on open pastures with daily monitoring and nightly checks, and young stock benefit from early socialization alongside the family and farm dogs. Cattle graze on rotational pastures of mixed clover and native grasses during the grazing season and return to roomy loafing barns each evening. Over winter they receive a mix of stored forages, mineral supplements and free-choice hay to support steady growth and maintain body condition.

The farm maintains detailed records on weight gains, feed efficiency, performance and temperament to guide breeding decisions. Sustainability is supported by mixed forage plantings, rotational grazing and careful pasture rest periods to preserve soil health and biodiversity. Local producers appreciate the consistent temperament, balanced growth rates and flesh quality of the herd.