Meet the Hendersons
Beef is central to Austin’s life in Dickinson, where he raises and markets cattle, cares for the land, and emphasizes herd health and sustainability while sharing a passion for the industry with the next generation.
Meet Austin:
DESCRIBE YOUR OPERATION:
As both a livestock market owner and a cattle feeder, Austin plays an important role in the cattle industry—from the sale barn to the feedyard. His experience gives him a broad perspective on the flow of cattle and the importance of strong market relationships.
HOW DO YOU KEEP ANIMALS SAFE AND HEALTHY?
His approach to herd health includes vaccinations, proper shelter, and strong day-to-day management practices that focus on every animals well-being.
HOW DO YOU CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT?
Good range and manure management practices are a key part of his operation, helping to preserve natural resources while maintaining a productive and sustainable system.
WHAT MESSAGE DO YOU HOPE TO PASS ON TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT FARMING AND PRODUCTION AGRICULTURE?
“It can be very rewarding, depending on what you put into it.” He wants the next generation to know that hard work and commitment in agriculture can bring long-term fulfillment.
Henderson Operation
Dickinson, ND
Cow/Calf Ranch
Cows are bred and calves are born and raised every year on cow-calf farms and ranches, spending time grazing on grass pastures within sight of their mothers.
Feedyard
Cattle spend their final 4-6 months at a feedyard being fed a scientifically-balanced diet and receiving daily care.
Backgrounding
Between 6-12 months of age, cattle spend time at stocker and backgrounder farms and ranches where they graze on a variety of pastures. Here they gain weight and convert forage and grass into lean protein.
