Zeb Gough

Zeb Gough breeds Shorthorn cattle in Aroda, VA, in Rockingham County and the Shenandoah Valley near Harrisonburg. With more than a decade of experience, he has been a member of the American Shorthorn Association and adheres to breed-specific health screening protocols. His cattle graze on rotational pastures and are handled daily to encourage gentle temperaments. His breeding program emphasizes maternal ability and structural soundness, traits valued by both small farms and larger operations.

Buyers often note the calm demeanor of calves at weaning as an indication of consistent socialization and attentive care. The cattle herd is managed on a hillside pasture farm where soil fertility is maintained through rotational grazing and cover cropping. Calves are sheltered in spacious barn facilities during extreme weather and have access to clean water and mineral supplementation year-round. Many customers seeking reliable seedstock for beef programs appreciate the herd’s uniform growth rates and calm dispositions.