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MC Cattle Ranch runs a “old school” breeding program
BROKEN ARROW, OKLA. – Chryssa and Marcus Matthews, 28 and 30, respectively, were raised in the ranching world. Prior to being married, each knew that whomever they grew old with would have to commit to the ranch life.
Today, the spouses own and operate MC Cattle Ranch LLC on over 200 acres of land in Broken Arrow. The ranch started with a single cow, gifted by Chryssa’s grandfather, but has increased well beyond that number – approximately 80 to 100 head of cattle (depending on the year). Although the Matthews own horses, donkeys, and a goat, their primary focus is on cattle.
“The cattle breeds we run right now are Black Angus and Longhorns,” Chryssa said. “We use other breeds as well … our favorites that we sometimes get from our herd are called Charolais.”
The Angus breed, she said, is known to have smoother gestations and births and is generally easier to maintain.
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The Matthews run a self-described “old school” breeding program: two to three bulls are rotated between pastures. Each bull, as well as the momma cow, is monitored for growth.
“If we don’t think that they [momma cows] can hold a baby, that is when we pull them in,” Chryssa said. All cattle are kept from birth to end of life.
At four to six months, calves are weaned from their mothers, and when they reach two years of age, they are transitioned into the breeding program.
The cattle are 100% grass-fed and grain-finished with a range meal grain mix provided by a local feed store. The Matthews bale their own hay, aiming for three cuts a year, weather permitting. Salt and mineral blocks are supplied to the livestock to make up for missing nutrients.
“We take lots of genetics, nutrients, and management classes that are nationally certified,” Chryssa said. “We also go regularly to our local farm show to get caught up on the latest inventions.”
She added that Oklahoma State University provides scaffolding for the practices the ranch institutes, including health protocol, which is need-based.
“We only give them medicines and vaccines if they absolutely need it,” Chryssa stated. The cattle receive Pour-On twice yearly (in the spring and fall) to prevent parasites, larvae, and flies.
“We try our best to do what is right for our animals,” Chryssa said, “they come first.”
MC Cattle Ranch sells beef, pork, and farm fresh eggs – all of which you can order via their website, mccattleranchllc.square.site.
“We started MC Cattle Ranch because we want people to get their hands on some fresh food for a good cost,” reads the web description.
The Matthews are active within their community, including multiple FFA and 4-H programs. That experience is knowledge, which translates into the breeding program and livestock market.
In the future, MC Cattle Ranch plans to add a butcher shop to its operations, complete with a store.
Collaboration is key here: the Matthews have worked with a range of experts, including breeders and veterinarians, and credit these partnerships with the success of their ranch.
“These partnerships have poured their knowledge and expertise into our program to get it going.”