Raising the highest quality show cattle and proven genetics for 40+ years near Wessington Springs, SD.

Thompson Show Steers is a family run operation started in the early 1980’s by Ron Thompson.  Chad and Sara Thompson along with their 3 boys and some outstanding employees work hard to raise show calves and elite genetics. At TSS, we have the highest standards for show cattle that are leading the way in structure, composition, and look. Raising the bar is a common phrase in this industry, but we do it in every decision we make, and never settle for good enough. Invest in the good ones and they will pay you back.

When you buy calves or genetics from TSS we want them to exceed your expectations – we love the excited calls after a calf is picked up, an embryo calf is born, or a show is won – THAT is the goal! When we make herd decisions we are constantly asking if we would want to buy it or if we saw that animal standing in somebody else’s pasture or show barn would we say “wow”.  If the answer is no then we know we have to do better.  



We are fortunate to have 3 amazing boys to share this business with. The old adage “we raise cattle to raise our kids” couldn’t be truer here. We love the challenge of producing cattle that raise the bar, and when you get to teach your kids along the way it’s even better.

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Thank you for your interest in Thompson Show Steers. We look forward to working with you. Please contact us with any questions or interest you might have, we are happy to help you achieve your success in the show ring.