About Us
My name is Joe Lofthouse I own Lofthouse Livestock Services, a Consulting and Management Service for the Feedlot and Cow/calf Industries.
My approach to any position is pretty “Hands on” as I will not ask anyone to do a job that I cannot do myself.
I have developed skills in man management and enjoy interacting with people on all levels- wether they be employees or business owners.
Here is a little about my career experience over the last 16 years.
Most recently I was Feedlot Manager at Korova Feeders, Acme, Alberta. I worked closely with Doug Price, introducing new work practices and mentoring employees with the goal of improving the Feedlots efficiency and profitability.
I had between 40-45 employees at any one time that I coordinated on a daily basis. By implementing these new practices the capacity has gone up to 24,000 head from 16,000,without having to increase it’s carbon footprint.
In 2017, I played a crucial role in the design and construction of the cutting-edge 2nd Feedlot, located East of Acme, which currently boasts a capacity of 14,000 head. This state-of-the-art facility features roller compacted concrete pens and sturdy steel fences. Moreover, as part of our responsibilities, we handled the procurement of all the grain for both Echo Sands Ranching and the newly acquired Rimrock Feeders in High River, amounting to a staggering 20,000 tonnes per month. Additionally, my expertise led me to Stockholm Saskatchewan, where I spearheaded the coordination and participation in the harvest of 7,000 acres of organic crops at the Big Sky Grazing Grazing and Organic Farming Operation. During this time, I effectively managed a grazing operation consisting of 1,000 Beef Suckler Cows and 4,500 Grass Cattle. This responsibility continued for two seasons until a permanent manager was appointed. Prior to my role at Korova Feeders, I successfully managed Echo Sands Ranching for Doug Price, overseeing a 7,000 head Feedlot at Sandy Crest and actively engaging with the 4,500 head Cow/Calf operation. Notably, I took personal responsibility for calving 650 heifers annually and utilized the Herdtrax Programme to input vital herd information.
Furthermore, my experience extends to setting up a Sheep Feedlot onsite at Echo Sands Ranching, following my accomplishments in running a 26,000 head Sheep Feedlot in Saskatchewan, where I custom fed lambs for Sunterra Farms. This operation eventually relocated to its own site west of Acme, providing lambs to the Sunterra Lamb packing plant in Innisfail. Finally, as an avid supporter of 4H, I actively participate in various roles such as mentoring youngsters in their Beef Club and serving on the 4H on the Parade Heifer committee. Additionally, I lend my expertise as a judge for 4H Sheep Clubs and Beef Clubs, as well as for Achievement Days and the Sheep Show at 4H on Parade. I take immense satisfaction in shaping the future of the Livestock Industry through my involvement with these endeavors.