The grazing Report
Welcome to life at Horstmann Cattle Company! Here, we share updates from the pasture, behind-the-scenes stories, tips for cooking our beef, and insights into regenerative farming. Follow along as we continue our mission to raise nutrient-dense beef, care for the land, and feed our community—one herd at a time.
Local Ecology
Apr 30, 2026
Spring Grazing Done Right
Spring is one of the most critical and most misunderstood times in the grazing calendar. As pastures begin to green up, it is tempting to turn livestock out early and let them graze freely on that fresh, new growth. What looks like abundance can actually be one of the most fragile stages in a pasture’s life cycle.
Feb 28, 2026
Winter on the Wing: How Horstmann Cattle Company Supports Migratory Birds in Owensville, Missouri
At nearly 1,200 acres, Horstmann Cattle Company is not just a regenerative cattle operation. It is a thriving, living ecosystem. By relying on native plants as the primary food source for cattle and carefully managing forests, pastures, and waterways, the farm creates critical winter habitat for birds and wildlife that depend on healthy landscapes during migration.
Oct 26, 2025
Green Forage, Year-Round: Maximizing Grazing Through Pasture Diversity
How Horstmann Cattle Company Maximizes Grazing Through Pasture Diversity
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Sep 14, 2025
Amazing Bird Diversity on the Farm: A Visit from the Audubon Society and Missouri River Bird Observatory
This summer, we had the incredible opportunity to work with the Audubon Society and the Missouri River Bird Observatory (MRBO) as part of an important bird survey on our farm.
Aug 10, 2025
New Faces on the Farm: Horstmann Cattle Co. Welcomes a Flock of Sheep
This year, we’re excited to introduce a new addition to the farm: a flock of 150 ewe lambs.
Jul 12, 2025
How Horstmann Cattle Company Thrives Through Hot Missouri Summers Using Regenerative Practices
Summers in Missouri are no joke—sweltering heat, thick humidity, and periods of drought are a regular part of the season. But at Horstmann Cattle Company, these challenges are met head-on with time-tested, regenerative farming practices that support both the land and the livestock.
Apr 27, 2025
Spring at Horstmann Cattle Company: A Season of New Life and Native Wonder
As spring deepens in the rolling, wooded pastures of Owensville, Missouri, Horstmann Cattle Company comes alive—not j...