Working together: Ranch mom fosters tradition of ranch work while making time for kids

By Lura Roti for South Dakota Farmers Union
May 10, 2020
May 10, 2020

Reis branding — The Reis family of Reliance, S.D., works together to brand cattle in 2019. Brenda Reis grew up working cattle and included her kids in day-to-day chores as soon as she could. Now grandkids are continuing that tradition on the ranch.
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By Lura Roti for South Dakota Farmers Union

Growing up, Brenda Reis loved working cattle with her siblings, and when she and David married and moved onto his family’s Reliance, South Dakota ranch, she enjoyed helping him with cattle chores.

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David and Brenda Reis ranch near Reliance. Since their kids were young, they made it a priority to attend their events and be involved in the community.
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