The Fischer Family
Joe and Abbee Fischer met while studying Animal Science at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and were married in 2005. Joe
comes from a multi-generational ranching family that homesteaded in the Sierra Nevada Foothills in the 1860s. Abbee
discovered her passion for the cattle industry at Cal Poly, where she gained hands-on experience managing various
enterprises, including the Cal Poly Bull Test.
Together, Joe and Abbee have raised four children—Bennett, Myles, Paxton, and Marydith—on the ranch, passing down the values of hard work, stewardship, and community.
After 19 years of managing Bruin Ranch, the Fischers were presented with the opportunity of a lifetime in 2024, when the Harvego Family offered them the chance to purchase the operation. With deep gratitude and a strong sense of purpose, the Fischers remain steadfast in their commitment to exceptional customer service and producing high-quality cattle that are bred to thrive in the California Foothills and on western rangelands.
Lloyd Harvego (1939-2022)
Lloyd was an electrical engineer by education, but was a businessman involved in a variety of businesses for many years.
In addition to founding Bruin Ranch, his family is the owner of The Firehouse Restaurant in Sacramento, was responsible
for building a new multi-use building including 24 lofts also in Sacramento and was involved in a variety of other
business development activities. He also spent significant time in local non-profit business and charity activities
including managing the Harvego Family Foundation. Lloyd’s fingerprints are throughout the Bruin Ranch program by always
prioritizing quality and predictable cattle and service. In 2024, The Harvego family graciously provided a succession
plan by transitioning the Bruin Ranch herd to the Fischer Family, allowing the influence of the genetics and
relationships to continue for future generations.