The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association (NDSA) hosted its 39th Annual All Breeds Cattle Tour on October 6-7, drawing more than 200 attendees from across the region to south central North Dakota. The two-day event highlighted eleven seedstock producers representing four distinct breeds of cattle, with a significant focus on operations in and around Morton County.
The tour commenced with registration at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Mandan, N.D., before attendees embarked on visits to five ranches located within Morton County. These stops included YellowTop Angus of Solen, N.D.; Schaff Angus Valley of St. Anthony, N.D.; Ellingson Angus of St. Anthony, N.D.; Keller’s Broken Heart Ranch of Huff, N.D.; and Tokach Angus Ranch of St. Anthony, N.D. The first day's activities concluded with a supper held at the Verein Hall in St. Anthony, N.D.
During the evening's gathering, NDSA Vice President Joe Schettler, a cow-calf producer from Killdeer, N.D., provided attendees with updates on association activities and discussed current industry issues pertinent to cattle producers. Jonathan Marohl of Solen, N.D., who served as the Tour Chairman, praised the participants' efforts, noting, "The breeders showcased tremendous pride in their programs." Marohl added that producers welcomed attendees to their operations and openly shared insights into the genetics, management practices, and dedication that contribute to their success.
Day two of the tour also began with a gathering at the Comfort Inn & Suites in Mandan, N.D., before the group departed for visits to six additional seedstock operations across Grant and Sioux counties. These included 6 Mile Angus of Raleigh, N.D., in Grant County; Campbell Red Angus of McIntosh, S.D., located in rural Sioux County; Maher Angus Ranch of Morristown, S.D., also in rural Sioux County; Katus Ranch Angus Seedstock of Watauga, S.D., in rural Grant County; Brenner Angus of Carson, N.D., in rural Grant County; and Gumbo Hill Ranch of McIntosh, S.D., situated in rural Sioux County. The comprehensive tour concluded with a final supper at the Gumbo Hill Ranch sale barn.
NDSA Vice President Joe Schettler reflected on the tour's impact, stating that this year’s event was a strong reflection of the quality of both cattle and people in North Dakota. Schettler underscored the significant value of the annual gathering, highlighting the opportunity for participants to visit various operations, exchange ideas, and connect with fellow cattle producers year after year. The All Breeds Cattle Tour is a dedicated project of the NDSA Seedstock Council. Looking ahead, planning for the 40th annual tour is slated to begin in Spring 2027, with future events scheduled to take place in the Bismarck and New Salem, N.D., areas.
