More Than Cattle. A Family Commitment to Excellence.
For over 60 years, our family has built a trusted Charolais breeding program; rooted in integrity, performance, and respect for the land.
Our Purpose
We're here to make breeding decisions easier and more rewarding.
We exist to help cattle producers build profitable, reliable herds, through genetics backed by integrity, built for performance, and proven over generations.
That means practical cattle with predictable results, a commitment to real-world performance. Not trends.
And relationships that last as long as our genetics.
From 1933 to Today: The Story of DeBruycker Charolais
What started as a small Montana ranch in 1963 has grown into one of the most respected Charolais programs in the country.
Our family’s legacy is built on six decades of innovation, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the ranching community.
We’ve stayed focused on what matters: real results, resilient cattle, and relationships that last.
“Our family starts ranching in Montana, laying the foundation with hard work and resilient cattle.”
“Lloyd and Jane DeBruycker introduce Charolais to the herd setting the course for a new kind of performance.”
“With 12 heifers and a purebred bull, the DeBruycker seedstock operation officially begins.”
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“From leasing bulls to shipping cattle overseas, DeBruycker becomes a name known for leadership and scale.”
“We hold our first official sale, offering 224 bulls—kickstarting a tradition that still drives our business today.”
“Lloyd and Jane are inducted into the Montana Pro Hall of Fame. Their children step up, growing the operation while honoring its roots.”
“Now run by the second and third generations, raising the fourth our family continues to breed with purpose, passion, and practical excellence.”
Lloyd & Jane DeBruycker: The Founders Who Built Our Legacy
What started as a small Montana ranch in 1963 has grown into one of the most respected Charolais programs in the country.
Our family’s legacy is built on six decades of innovation, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the ranching community.
We’ve stayed focused on what matters: real results, resilient cattle, and relationships that last.
Lloyd grew up on Montana ranches and always believed in pushing boundaries. In 1958, Lloyd and Jane purchased their first Charolais bull, setting a new course for the family’s future.
They combined traditional ranching values with innovative ideas, like leasing bulls to make quality genetics accessible to more ranchers.Jane was more than a rancher’s wife; she was a partner who worked alongside Lloyd through every challenge. Her determination, even while expecting their first child, showed the strength that would define the family’s spirit for generations.
Together, they raised seven children, instilling in them a deep respect for the land and the cattle. Their vision was not just about raising great cattle, but about building lasting relationships with their customers and the ranching community.
Today, their children and grandchildren continue Lloyd and Jane’s mission, expanding the ranch’s impact while honoring the values that started it all: integrity, innovation, and family.
Meet the DeBruycker Team:
Behind every calf crop and catalog is a team of family and professionals who live this work every day.
From genetics to customer service, breeding to business, we’re proud to combine generations of hands-on experience with support that feels personal. Because it is
Brett, the youngest son of Lloyd and Jane, returned home after college to join the family operation. Since then, he has played an essential role in the daily management and continued growth of DeBruycker Charolais.
Brett holds a degree in Agricultural Economics, and under his leadership the ranch has further refined breeding strategies, marketing, and cattle performance. Brett also manages his own segment of the herd -owning cows independently, purchasing cattle to feed, and producing hay and wheat - while coordinating with the broader family enterprise to leverage shared resources.
Brett is dedicated to continuing Lloyd’s vision - helping ranchers maximize hybrid vigor and showing how Charolais crosses can add 25–100 extra pounds to calves at weaning.
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Mark is the oldest son of Lloyd and Jane DeBruycker. He has been an active part of DeBruycker Charolais since his teens carrying forward the family’s ranching tradition with dedication and leadership.
From Mark’s early twenties he stepped wholeheartedly into the family ranching life. Over the years, he has contributed steadily to the expansion of DeBruycker Charolais, embracing both the traditional farm and ranch values and forward-thinking genetics programs the family is known for.
Today Mark works closely with his siblings to maintain herd consistency, performance benchmarks, and continued growth of the DeBruycker legacy.
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Jacque, daughter of Lloyd and Jane, has been an integral part of DeBruycker Charolais for more than 40 years. Jacque has always been the quiet force behind the scenes, keeping everything on track as our head cattle bookkeeper - a job that’s no small feat with a herd this size!
As head cattle bookkeeper, she has managed the intricate herd records that keep a large-scale breeding operation running - a role demanding both precision and deep dedication. But Jacque’s work has never been limited to the office.
She’s just as comfortable in the corrals or out in the field, pitching in with cattle work, managing crew schedules, or running combine teams during harvest. Always working behind the scenes, Jacque’s steady presence has been a foundation of the operation and helped to sustain the DeBruycker legacy.
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Joe is married to Cathy, Lloyd and Jane’s daughter, who is well-known for preparing our delicious sale day dinners. Joe has been involved with the ranch since the early 1980s - in fact, the very first DeBruycker Charolais bull sale was held at Joe and Cathy’s place in 1984!
Joe has been part of the operation for over four decades. From building infrastructure and managing logistics to helping host sale day events, he’s been integral to the success and hospitality that define the ranch.
Today, Joe continues to contribute his steady leadership and hands-on experience to every aspect of ranch life.
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Explore our Genetics
If our story resonates with you, let’s talk cattle. Whether you’re looking to build a better herd or just want to learn more about our program, we’d be glad to hear from you.
Contact Our TeamRooted in the Ranching Community
Jane DeBruycker was an advocate for rural voices; active in organizations like Women Involved in Farm Economics (WIFE) and the Teton County CattleWomen.
She also served in the Montana State Legislature, helping shape agricultural policy from firsthand experience.
Help ranchers thrive, generation after generation.
Our family continues that legacy through involvement in breed associations, producer collaborations, and local sponsorships. Whether it's contributing to cattle marketing initiatives or working to improve industry standards, we believe a strong cattle business starts with a strong community.
Where we are located.
1692 6th Ln NE, Dutton, MT 59433, United States
Our ranch is headquartered in Dutton, Montana, with additional land near Choteau and Conrad.
From breeding pens and calving barns to working corrals and rotational pastures, every facility supports our focus on real-world performance. We also utilize a dedicated feedlot at North Montana Feeders to collect valuable performance data.
DeBruycker Charolais
Dutton, Montana
Phone:
Brett & Kay 406-590-3214
Mark & Belva 406-590-0355
Joe & Cathy 406-788-5821
Kesler 406-450-4482
