Raising Cattle in Southern Colorado | Cattleman’s Corner Radio

Joe Klun and Klun Farms & Cattle

Background: Joe Klun grew up on a family farm that has been in operation since the early 1900s, giving him deep roots in agriculture and livestock production.
Return to Cattle: Although he initially sold his cattle herd after high school to purchase equipment, his interest in the cattle industry eventually returned and grew into a dedicated breeding operation.
Gelbvieh Focus: Joe specializes in registered Gelbvieh cattle because of their:
- Calving ease
- Strong growth performance
- Adaptability to challenging environments
- Overall versatility in commercial cattle operations
Herd Improvement Strategy: He emphasizes:
- Strict culling standards
- Use of elite genetics
- Artificial Insemination (AI) to continually improve herd quality and performance

Telecommunications Business

Joe also owns a telecommunications company focused on low-voltage fiber-optic infrastructure.
He has spent more than a decade building the business while continuing his cattle operation.
The company works throughout Colorado and occasionally in other states when projects offer strong incentives, such as hurricane-recovery work in Florida.
The business currently employs 12 people and is expanding into additional sectors, including:
- Transportation
- Logistics

Key Takeaway

Joe has successfully built two complementary enterprises—cattle breeding and telecommunications—by combining long-standing agricultural experience with a growth-oriented business mindset, emphasizing quality genetics, operational efficiency, and strategic expansion.