The Bilmar

The Bilmar, Shorthorn cattle, Camden, West Virginia, Lewis County and the Central West Virginia near Charleston. Operated for over a decade, The Bilmar is a member of the American Shorthorn Association and carries out routine health screenings for Johne’s disease, bacteriological mastitis checks, and bovine viral diarrhea. The farm traces its roots to a small family homestead and now balances traditional breeding with modern record keeping.

Cows and calves graze on rotational pastures enriched by native grasses and legumes, and calving season takes place under sheltered pens to monitor newborns closely. Regular handling from birth fosters gentle temperaments and ease of management on both pasture and in the barn.

Emphasis on structural soundness and balanced muscling supports both breeding and beef production, appealing to commercial and small-scale breeders alike. Neighbors often comment on the herd’s calm nature and the straightforward, transparent breeding records maintained by the Bilmar team.