🌱 Where Does Our Passion for Health Come From?
It’s not a trend. It’s not a marketing slogan. And it’s definitely not the easy road. Our passion for health comes from a deep commitment to stewarding the land well, honoring the animals in our care, and providing nourishment that families can trust with confidence. We believe healthy soil grows healthy crops, which feed healthy animals — and ultimately support healthy people. At K Creek Ranch, every decision we make is intentional. From regenerative practices and conservative tillage to USDA Organic certification and transparent record-keeping, we choose the path that protects the land today while preserving it for generations to come. We don’t cut corners. We don’t rush the process. And we don’t compromise our values — because the health of our soil, our livestock, and your family matters too much. This is more than farming. It’s a responsibility. It’s a calling. And it’s the legacy we’re proud to grow every single day.
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LyleOwner/Rancher
LyleOwner/RancherLyle has spent his whole life pursuing the dream of agriculture. With his family by his side he works to provide the highest quality products money can buy! He doesn't settle for mediocrity so he continues to grow in knowledge and improve management practices in order to best serve consumers! He is never to proud to say "we need to change this to be better at that!" He loves hearing the health journeys of our customers, and connecting with those who have been with us from the beginning, and get to know those who have just found us!
JoAnnMarketing Director/ Customer Service
JoAnnMarketing Director/ Customer ServiceJoAnn's passion for health and wellness came from her own tranformation from sickness to health! Now she is on a mission to make healthy food more accessible and help others conquer their health goals!
DanielleGrazing Specialist
DanielleGrazing SpecialistDanielle knows the cattle by name and spends her days outside perfecting the grazing rotation with a her passion to improve soil health. The heard comes running when they hear her voice! We want you to know that the quality of K Creek Ranch meat comes from the amazing work she does to take care of our soil and livestock! She is also a master fence builder. Her fence-line is perfectly straight when she is done, and the only tool she uses in her eye!!
JessicaNutrition Specialist & Herd Manager
JessicaNutrition Specialist & Herd ManagerJessica has been on fire about healthy living ever since discovering the power of nutrition in her own life! Teaching others how to live their best life through healthy lifestyle choices is what she does best! She has a special connection to the cattle, and can spot issues before they become issues. She knows the lineages of every animal on the farm.
Matt Dwyer (Son-in-Law)Feed Operator Specialist
Matt Dwyer (Son-in-Law)Feed Operator SpecialistMatt has a passion for homesteading and sharing knowledge with our customers. If you have questions, snag him and he will be more than happy to give insight, ideas and answers. His desire is to ensure your livestock feed meets the highest standards.
Caleb DwyerBagging Specialist
Caleb DwyerBagging SpecialistCaleb is the oldest grandson. He is the son of our Daughter Kaylyn and son-in-law Matt Dwyer. He joined the team in the fall of 2024 as our bagged feed handler. As the oldest of 5 siblings, he enjoys being in charge, getting things done and finding better ways to do it! When you come for feed, he may be there bagging our feed orders for the Brookings and Sioux Falls deliveries! Give him a shout out!
James DwyerBagging Specialist
James DwyerBagging SpecialistJames is the 2nd oldest grandson. Son of our daughter Kaylyn and son-in-law, Matt Dwyer. James joined the team this spring. He and Caleb are just 15 months apart in age, so the power struggle is real! James is a hard worker, not wanting to make waves, yet wanting to have his voice heard. He has great ideas for how to get things done more efficiently, but getting Caleb to agree is the challenge. It has been a great teaching environment for them to learn leadership skills. Give him a shout out if you see him bagging away!
On his lap is the youngest grand babe, Mikayla. Soon to be a big Sister!
JordanOwner of Kruse Construction
JordanOwner of Kruse ConstructionJordan helped us build our grazing program. He has a brilliant mind for both soil health and business. He was leading the way to improve the quality of products and services through extensive research and networking. His contributions helped K Creek Ranch become what it is today! Now he is married to Ellen and they are expecting their 1st baby. He has a Construction company~ Kruse Construction where he is setting the standard in quality building, with an interest in classic construction practices. Ellen is a former nurse, who is looking forward to her new upcoming roll as mom! She is a wonderful addition to the Kruse Clan!
KaylynDaughter, Farmers Market PR
KaylynDaughter, Farmers Market PRKaylyn is our oldest daughter, pictured with our youngest grand-daughter Mikayla. We lovingly refer to Kaylyn as our test child. She is married to Matt Dwyer. They have built Golden Era Farms into a source for amazing pork and clean hand made personal care products. Not only that, but they have perfected the farmers market and vendor show craft. They sell their products as well as our K Creek Ranch Grass Fed Beef. If you ever in Brookings on a Saturday morning, look them up!
The Dwyer kiddos!Grandma's reason for living!!!
The Dwyer kiddos!Grandma's reason for living!!!The 2 grands not accounted for in the photo above are Riley on the left and Mason between James and Caleb. It is so fun to have these young ones learning about people skills, business skills and everything farming/ranching. It is becasue of your support of our family business that we can do that! SO...Thank you from the bottom of a very grateful heart!