Y Lazy Y Shorthorns

Y Lazy Y Shorthorns raises shorthorn cattle in Corvallis, Montana, with a program oriented toward serving both purebred and commercial shorthorn producers. Ralph Larson operates the ranch in the Bitterroot Valley, situated in western Montana roughly 50 miles south of Missoula.

The program's stated focus is on producing shorthorn genetics that perform reliably in commercial production settings, with an emphasis on functional, moderate-framed cattle suited to range conditions. Heifer development follows a forage-based approach, with heifers raised on grass hay, wheat hay, and moderate-quality alfalfa rather than grain-heavy rations, a method the operation views as foundational to long-term cow longevity and structural soundness.

Bulls from the program have been performance-tested and evaluated for semen quality, with documented ultrasound data tracking rib fat, rump fat, ribeye area, and intramuscular fat. Those looking for shorthorn bulls or breeding stock for sale in Montana will find the herd selected with commercial acceptance in mind, prioritizing cattle that work across the ranch gate without intensive management. The operation has also drawn attention from other regional shorthorn producers who follow its heifer development and selection criteria closely.

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