THE 2025 THIRD ANANUAL
BLUESTEM
SPECIAL CATTLE AUCTION
The Bluestem Special Cattle Auction is a premier annual sale hosted by the Cross Bell Ranch, featuring
a large number of cattle, primarily from the Osage Nation Ranch. It sells thousands of head of cattle
coming “off grass,” including thousands of calves and other premium livestock
like Hereford and Black Angus crossbreeds.
The proceeds from the Osage Nation Ranch’s sales support Osage Nation services
such as healthcare and education and are reinvested into the ranch for operations and livestock care.
The event is open to the public for in-person bidding or online via DVAuction.com, with food and a
cash bar typically available before the live auction begins.
KEY ASPECTS OF THE AUCTION:
Primary Seller: The Osage Nation Ranch, which sells cattle as part of its economic development strategy to fund services and reinvest in the ranch.
Cattle Offered: The sale features thousands of head of cattle, including fall calves, coming off grass, as well as premium Hereford and Black Angus crossbreeds.
Purpose of Proceeds: Revenue from the Osage Nation Ranch’s
cattle sales is used to fund critical Osage Nation services (e.g., healthcare, housing, education) and support ranch operations and livestock care.
Participation: The auction is open to the public. Bidders can participate in person at the ranch or online via DVAuction.com (pre-registration is required for online participation).
Pre-Auction Activities: The event typically includes food (like
ribeye steak sandwiches) and a cash bar, offered before the live auction begins.