The Stangeland Family

The Stangeland Family are Shorthorn cattle breeders in Barnesville, MN, serving the Red River Valley near Fargo. They participate in American Shorthorn Association registrations and maintain routine health screening including regular veterinary checkups and genetic testing when appropriate.

Their herd grazes on rotating pastureland bordered by woodlots, with calves raised in an environment designed to reduce stress and given daily interaction to foster confident, well adjusted animals. The family has stewarded this farm for generations, drawing on traditional grazing methods and modern animal welfare practices to support sustainable growth. Shorthorn cattle here are selected for balanced conformation, gentle temperaments and strong maternal instincts that adapt well to both small farms and larger ranches. Winter housing in updated barns ensures the herd stays comfortable during Minnesota’s colder months, while rotational grazing practices maintain pasture vitality.