Craig Haythorn || 2023 National Golden Spur Award Honoree

Craig Haythorn | Haythorn Land & Cattle Co.
Arthur, Nebraska
Craig Haythorn is the fourth generation of Haythorns to own and operate Haythorn Land & Cattle Co. in Arthur, Nebraska. At age four, he went on his first cattle drive and by age 13 was put in charge of the hay crew. After college, Haythorn moved back to Nebraska where he began managing the family’s south ranch. Since the first generation of Haythorns, the ranch has dedicated resources to developing its horses. Haythorn’s commitment to his ancestors’ vision in the horse program earned Haythorn Land & Cattle the AQHA’s first-ever Best Remuda Award in 1992. His hard work and dedication to the ranching way of life has earned him the 2008 Western Horseman Award and the 2019 Foy Proctor Memorial Cowman’s Award of Honor. In addition, Haythorn has received numerous rodeo honors, and many state and national rodeo championships. Today, Haythorn leads the fourth, fifth and sixth generations of the storied Haythorn Land & Cattle Co. along with his family.
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