Shirley'S Shorthorns/Sp&Rb

Shirley’S Shorthorns/Sp&Rb, Shorthorn cattle, Edson, KS, is located in southwestern Kansas near Dodge City. The operation has been raising Shorthorn cattle for over a decade and is a member of the American Shorthorn Association, adhering to recommended health protocols including annual genetic screening and vaccinations. Its herd grazes year-round on native grass pastures and calve outdoors to support natural behaviors.

Owned and managed by S Pearson and Ron Busse, the ranch follows a low-stress handling system with daily interaction to reinforce calm dispositions and strong maternal instincts. Each calf remains with its dam until weaning, ensuring a gentle social start. The ranch’s cattle regularly earn top ribbons at regional fairs and participate in rotational grazing projects that promote soil health and biodiversity. Visitors often remark on the herd’s consistent conformation and quiet temperament. Their approach has fostered partnerships with neighboring ranchers and local conservation groups.