The Brough Family
The Brough Family: A Legacy in Clover Valley
Nestled in the foothills of the majestic East Humboldt Mountain range, Brough Ranch began its story in 1947. Fresh home from the war and searching for a place to put down roots, Ferris Brough—alongside his parents, Owen and Ivy, and his brothers, Owen and Robert—purchased a small ranch on the south end of Clover Valley.
In June of 1949, Ferris married Marlene Schultz. Together, they raised three children —instilling in them a deep stewardship for the land and a lifelong love for the valley. For decades, Ferris and Marlene managed the day-to-day operations, specializing in a traditional commercial cow/calf operation.
Growth and Innovation
In 1986, Wilde and Sherry joined Ferris and Marlene to expand the ranch's footprint in Clover Valley, forming the Brough Partnership. The operation continued to evolve, pivoting to a stocker operation in 2009. It was during this time that the family introduced their first Wagyu cattle, laying the groundwork for the premium quality the ranch is known for today.
Wilde and Sherry raised their six children—David, Jeff, Brian, Emily, Jenna, and Jordan—right here on the ranch. They taught them the value of hard work, a respect for animals, and the self-motivation required to sustain a family legacy. While each child found success in their own endeavors, Jordan’s goal remained steadfast: to continue the work of the generations before him.
The Next Generation: Brough Ranch Beef
After graduating college, Jordan and Kari Lyn returned to the ranch to work alongside Wilde and Sherry. Driven by a desire to diversify and share their high-quality heritage directly with consumers, they founded Brough Ranch Beef.
What started with Kari selling at local farmers markets to friends and neighbors has grown into a thriving regional business. Today, Jordan and Kari Lyn continue to grow both the ranch and the beef business, working side-by-side with family to bring the very best of Clover Valley to your table.
