About Us
Our ancestors immigrated to Canada in the early 1900’s. The Philipps brothers from South Wales and the Lewis family from England. The Lewis family homesteaded in the Bottrel area in 1904. The Philipps brothers homesteaded in the Dogpound, Bottrel area in 1910. Frank Philipps married Florence Lewis and my grandfather Owen was born in the Cochrane hospital (now the Cochrane museum). Mick and Morgan Lewis were involved with development of the Dogpound Rodeo.
After his wife passed, John Fenton and 8 of his children moved from Ontario to Alberta in 1929. John purchased a farm in the Cochrane Lake district in 1931. A park in Gleneagles East is named after the Fenton families. Eva, youngest daughter of John, married Owen Philipps. Their daughter Vicki married Cameron (Turk) Deeton raising 2 children, myself and my sister.
I graduated from Cochrane High School and worked at the Jumping Pound gas plant before taking over the ranching operation in 1991. With the assistance of my two daughters and their husbands, we operated a successful working cattle ranch. Most of our work is done in the time honoured tradition of horseback with low impact handling and low stress to our cattle.
Here’s what makes Our Farm Special
Pasture Raised Excellence: Our cows roam freely on lush pastures, grazing on nutrient rich grasses that ensure they grow healthy and strong. We prioritize their well-being, allowing them to exhibit their natural behaviours while enjoying plenty of sunshine and fresh air.
Natural and Sustainable Practices: From rotational grazing to water conservation, we employ a wide range of sustainable practices to minimize waste, conserve resources, and promote soil health. By nurturing the land, we create a harmonious ecosystem where our cows can thrive for generations to come.
Family Values: As a family run ranch, we understand the importance of integrity, transparency and accountability. We take pride in the trust our community places in us and strive to uphold our values in every aspect of our operation.
Quality Assurance: From birth to processing, our cows are treated with the utmost care and respect. We partner with local processors who share our commitment to humane practices and food safety standards, ensuring that every cut of beef that reaches your table is of the highest quality.
Direct from Farm to Table: By purchasing beef from our farm, you’re not just buying a product – you’re supporting a way of life. When you’re shopping on our farm site, you can trust that you’re getting delicious, nutritious beef that’s been raised with love and dedication.
Thank you for choosing to support local agriculture and for being a part of our ranch family. Together we’re cultivating a brighter, more sustainable future, one pasture raised cow at a time.
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