The Matador Community
Family owned and family operated. Home to 20 families across both divisions, our team is an integral part of what we do here. With a wealth of knowledge and combined experience working land and cattle, each team member brings essential skills and insight to Matador Ranch and Cattle Company.

Our Values
Do What’s Right
We act with integrity and care in every decision; honoring our roots, protecting our future, and doing right by the environment, the cattle, and each other.
Lead with Courage
We lead with curiosity and innovation, blending tradition with progress to advance ranching, conservation, and the beef industry for generations to come.
Take Ownership
We take pride in our work and responsibility for our outcomes, building a lasting legacy through accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Community & Collaboration
Ranching is a shared endeavor. We invest in people, aim to strengthen communities, and work together across the industry to create a stronger, more resilient future.
Demand Excellence
We hold ourselves to the highest standards, caring for the land, the animals, and the quality of our products with pride and purpose.
Matador Management




Dillon, Montana
We believe community to be at the heart of ranching and farming. Supporting the next generation of youth is essential to preserving the legacy we hope persists for many years to come. By working with local organizations and youth-focused programs, we strive to advance agriculture and ensure its future. We proudly collaborate with commercial, environmental, and social partners, believing that sharing knowledge benefits us all.

Outreach & Industry Collaboration
At Matador Ranch and Cattle, we believe it is our responsibility to extend beyond our fences. Our outreach efforts reflect a commitment to engaging and learning with our community, sharing knowledge, and contributing to the broader industry. From classrooms to conference halls, we value every opportunity to connect, educate, and collaborate.
Over the years, we’ve partnered with a wide range of organizations, big and small, to advance understanding of responsible business and land management, animal care, and sustainable food production. These efforts include hosting homeschool and college class presentations, coordinating educational field trips, and collaborating with leaders across the agri-food industry. Through these connections, we aim to foster appreciation for ranching’s vital role in nourishing people and caring for the environment.
Our approach is rooted in one of our core values: Community and Collaboration.
We know ranching is not a solitary pursuit; it is a shared endeavor. We invest in our employees and their families, respect and support our vendors, and actively contribute to the Dillon community. Across the industry and the globe, we stand as collaborative partners; valuing tradition, embracing progress, and working together for a stronger, more resilient future.
Local Business
MRC is a Beaverhead County Chamber of Commerce member and donates to the Dillon and Lima volunteer fire departments to support their annual operating expenses, new equipment, and facility upgrades.
Montana Western
MRC partners with the University of Montana Western, providing hands-on learning opportunities for students in farming and ranch management classes, ranching internships, and the use of the on-site arena for rodeo practice during the fall and spring seasons.
Dillon Youth
We provide financial assistance to the Dillon Little League Program, the Beaverhead County High School Booster Club, and Lima School District. We are proud to be involved with groups that encourage experiential learning for youth by supporting the Beaverhead County 4-H and FFA.
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Our gates are open - the knowledge we gain and advancements we make are and will be shared openly with the public and the ranching community.













