Watkins Cattle Company

Carson and Marilyn Watkins are no strangers to the cattle business. Both grew up along the Louisiana gulf coast in Jefferson Davis Parish to rice farmers and cattle producers. Before marrying in 1982, both Carson and Marilyn ranched extensive herds of commercial Brahman-type cattle, and in the mid 1980’s they incorporated registered Brahman bulls to advance the quality and performance of their now combined crossbred operations. Today, all three of their children, Stuart, Caroline and Olivia are actively involved in the family business in addition to their families.

Brahman cattle are king along the Louisiana gulf coast and are meant to thrive in this tough environment. The Watkins family now ranches registered grey and red Brahman cattle and have built and extensive herd of superior American Brahman genetics. The “W” brand is synonymous with quality around the globe and the genetic footprint of “W” branded cattle is found in countless countries. Ranchers looking to increase quality of American Red Brahman cattle turn to Watkins Cattle Company as an answer and solution.