The Rambur Charolais operation had its origins over thirty years ago when Howard Rambur developed an interest in cattle. After completing his education, Howard decided to make the development of superior cattle his life’s work. Always an individualist, he decided to work with a breed of cattle distinctly different from any other breeds in eastern Montana, so he chose Charolais, at that time a relatively new breed to the area. Howard built his herd carefully and well, and today he owns 300 purebred Charolais cattle and will hold his 29th annual production sale this spring.

     When the Ramburs first entered the Charolais business thirty years ago, the breed still retained its full French heritage, and animals grew quite large as adults. Howard set about modifying the breed to not only suit his customers but also to ensure that his Charolais fit the Montana environment. Charolais put on pounds quickly but this led to calving problems, so Howard bred his Charolais down to a smaller frame which led to calving ease. It took Howard and Denise several decades to do this, but the Ramburs now have customers who will use a Charolais bull on their first calf heifers.

     Because of the improvements made through the years to the Charolais they own, Howard and his wife Denise have seen Rambur bulls sell to cattlemen all across the country.

     The Ramburs know that cattle breeds continually evolve, but they stick with what their customers want and need, rather than following popular trends. Howard believes in full performance testing and subjects his animals to rigorous criteria. This careful attention to details has paid dividends, as packers and feedlots all know and respect the Rambur name.

      The Ramburs breed for profile, smooth shoulders for calving ease, sound feet and legs so the animals can travel the country, and a good carcass structure. They also use DNA for parentage verification. For Howard and Denise, it all boils down to what makes a good steak on the plate.

       Rambur cattle have done exceptionally well at the Denver Stock Show. Rambur Charolais has won top honors three times and has received Reserve Champion on several other occasions.