Shasta Valley Producers

06/06/2026

What does a day of working registered calves actually involve?

At Hinton Ranch Simmentals, fall calves recently went through an important stage of herd management that helps ensure accurate records, genetic tracking, and long-term performance evaluation.

During processing, each calf received:
• Weaning weights to measure growth and performance
• DNA samples for genetic verification and data collection
• Permanent identification tattoos in the ears
• Freeze brands for easy visual identification throughout life

These records help producers make informed decisions about genetics, replacement females, breeding programs, and overall herd improvement for years to come.

While it may look like a busy day in the corrals, every step plays a role in maintaining the quality and integrity of registered cattle programs.

Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes before cattle are marketed, shown, or added back into a breeding herd?

Tell us what part of the cattle industry you’d like to learn more about in the comments.

06/01/2026

Many people know Tristan Allen through CLT Logging, BK Ranch, MMZ Farming, or the work he does throughout Siskiyou County. But before any of that, he was simply a young man who grew up in an agricultural family, earned a degree in Animal Science from UC Davis, and found himself drawn to working with equipment and solving problems. Logging wasn’t originally the path he planned to take, but an opportunity in the mid-1990s led him into the industry, and the rest is history. (Timberline Magazine)

Today, Tristan’s story reflects something many producers and business owners understand well: sometimes the road you end up traveling isn’t the one you expected, but it’s built through hard work, relationships, and a willingness to learn.

We enjoyed sitting down with Tristan to hear about his beginnings, what brought him to the logging industry, and the experiences that helped shape the work he does today. Be on the lookout for more videos of his perspective on the logging industry!

How long have you known Tristan, or when did you first cross paths with CLT Logging, BK Cattle Ranch, or MMZ Farming? Share your story in the comments!

05/29/2026

Don’t wait! Fair entry deadline is Friday, June 5th. Quality assurance for market animal exhibitors is also due June 5th! Get your entries in and be part of the fun! 🐖🐄🐐🏆🌻

05/25/2026

05/24/2026

Join us in congratulating the Hinton family on their exciting day! Producers support each other through good times, bad times, and everything in between! Every operation has a family behind it.

05/20/2026

If you’re a member of SVP, send us your favorite photos or video clips of your ranch dogs doing what they do best. Funny moments, working moments, puppy moments…we want to see them all. 🐾

Ranch dogs are part of the family around here. They work hard, keep us company, and somehow always know exactly where the action is.

We’ve got a fun project in mind featuring the dogs of Shasta Valley Producers, and we’d love your help!

Message this page to submit yours. 🐶

05/05/2026

California is officially drought-free…something we haven’t been able to say in a long time.

But around here, we know it’s not that simple.

A good year doesn’t erase the years before it. It doesn’t change how carefully water is managed, or how much planning goes into every season. It just gives a little breathing room.

Local producers have been doing the work long before headlines caught up. Producers have been conserving, adapting, and making sure there’s something left for the next year, not just this one.

That is stewardship.

What are you seeing this year around Siskiyou County? 👇

05/02/2026

There’s something special growing in Grenada 🌸

Heart T Flower Farm has officially joined Shasta Valley Producers, and their u-pick flower season is right around the corner. By late June or early July, the fields will be ready for the community to come out, walk the rows, and pick their own fresh bouquets.

This is what Shasta Valley Producers is all about—supporting local agriculture and creating opportunities for people to connect with where their food and flowers come from.

Follow along for updates on opening day and plan a visit this summer 🌼

04/27/2026

Some people see expenses…
we see sunsets, fresh air, and hard work

“Blowing all your money on that ranch?”
Maybe. But we’re also building something most people can’t buy.

Ranching isn’t easy right now. Margins are tight, costs are up, and there are real challenges behind the scenes. But moments like this? That’s the return that keeps families going.

If you know, you know.

Drop a 🐄 if you’d trade a little comfort for a life like this.