W. O. Shorthorns

W. O. Shorthorns, beef cattle and grass fed/grazing cattle, Merrill, IA, Plymouth County and northwest Iowa near Sioux City. The farm follows industry health testing protocols with routine veterinary checks and maintains detailed records to ensure herd wellbeing.

Animals graze on rotational pastures and are provided shelter in open-sided barns to encourage natural behaviors and social interaction. The breeder emphasizes low-stress handling techniques and a diet free of antibiotics or added hormones. Local buyers often comment on uniform weight gains and gentle temperaments that simplify pasture management. Each calf receives individual attention from birth, reflecting a farming approach rooted in both tradition and ongoing learning.

Well-drained paddocks and fresh water from an onsite well support herd health through all seasons. Calf growth rates align with performance benchmarks recognized across the Midwest and the operation has grown steadily with returning buyers valuing transparency in herd management.