Harstad Trucking

Harstad Trucking provides livestock transport services out of Plaza, North Dakota, serving farms and ranches across the region near Minot. Led by Jay Harstad, the operation moves horses, cattle, sheep, goats, chickens, and pigs for producers who need dependable hauling between farms, sale barns, and processing facilities.

The company holds an active USDOT registration as a registered motor carrier.

Harstad Trucking works with a range of animal handling needs, from small flock and herd moves to larger cattle and hog shipments tied to breeding, sale, or seasonal relocation. Producers in north-central North Dakota rely on this kind of hauling to keep animals moving safely between pastures, auctions, and buyers without long delays. Whether it's a single trailer of goats headed to a new farm or a full load of cattle bound for market, the service is built around flexible scheduling and familiarity with the rural roads and logistics common to this part of the state. Local ranchers and small operations often turn to carriers like this one when their own equipment or drivers aren't available for a run.