About us
The Cowboy Loft, founded by Tim & Donna Prior in 2003 in Brussels, Ontario, is your one-stop Western & Country
store in Huron County. They offer a wide range of products, including Western tack for horses, clothing, boots,
hats, and more. Affiliated with Brussels Agri Services Ltd., they provide livestock feeds and high-quality fencing
products. They carry top brands and offer custom orders, ensuring a friendly shopping experience.
My journey in agriculture began when I started picking stones for a local farmer during high school. This
initial interest led me to Ridgetown Agriculture College, where I excelled and discovered my passion for
farming. During college, I met Donna, my wife of over 35 years, who shares my love for the farm. We've raised
three children, all of whom work and live in Huron County.
In September 1995, I joined Brussels Agri Services and quickly realized my passion for the work. Two years later, Donna and I purchased the business. I find immense satisfaction in helping our agricultural customers daily.
Brussels Agri Services is a Masterfeeds dealer of livestock feed and nutrition, offering various agricultural products, livestock supplies, feeders, and animal management equipment. We're experts in fence and grazing solutions, partnering with Gallagher Animal Management.
In 2003, we expanded by opening the Cowboy Loft, offering a wide range of western wear, equine products, and show supplies, including products for 4H shows.
In 2015, we extended our show supplies section, partnering with Weaver Leather. We're proud to support local 4H shows. In 2018, we expanded our fencing department to better serve our clients.
Community involvement is essential to us. We host annual Grazing Meetings and Pasture Walk and Talk events, support local agricultural activities, and strive to add value to our agricultural community while meeting our clients' needs.
In September 1995, I joined Brussels Agri Services and quickly realized my passion for the work. Two years later, Donna and I purchased the business. I find immense satisfaction in helping our agricultural customers daily.
Brussels Agri Services is a Masterfeeds dealer of livestock feed and nutrition, offering various agricultural products, livestock supplies, feeders, and animal management equipment. We're experts in fence and grazing solutions, partnering with Gallagher Animal Management.
In 2003, we expanded by opening the Cowboy Loft, offering a wide range of western wear, equine products, and show supplies, including products for 4H shows.
In 2015, we extended our show supplies section, partnering with Weaver Leather. We're proud to support local 4H shows. In 2018, we expanded our fencing department to better serve our clients.
Community involvement is essential to us. We host annual Grazing Meetings and Pasture Walk and Talk events, support local agricultural activities, and strive to add value to our agricultural community while meeting our clients' needs.
Tim and Donna Prior
Alycia Coultes
Alycia grew up outside of Brussels on her family’s beef cow calf operation with her parents and three
brothers. She is currently attending Lakeland College in Alberta, where she is studying in the Beef
Production Program. Alycia is an active beef and sheep 4-H member. She enjoys barrel racing with her horses
Shiney and Beau, she is running in the college rodeo with the team at Lakeland College. Alycia can be found
helping customers at most shows and can help you out with any show supplies needs as well as help you get
suited in the best Cowboy Loft gear.
Cassidy Martin
Cass grew up on her family's beef farm just outside of Brussels. She got her diploma in agriculture at
Ridgetown College. She currently lives in Blyth with her husband Noah and daughter Addy. Cass breeds American
style Labrador Retrievers. In her spare time she is an avid hunter and enjoys spending time on her family's
farm. She looks after equipment sales and is passionate about the Arrowquip cattle handling systems. She will
be happy to assist you with all of your cowboy loft needs as well.
Emily Baker
Emily was born and raided on their family's cow calf farm where she learned the importance of farm to plate.
Growing up showing cattle and riding horses, the was no better lifestyle. Emily currently lives in Brussels
with her 3 dogs , between her full-time at Metzger Vets in Linwood, part time at Brussels Agri Services and
working on family farms, there is never a dull moment. Emily is here to happily assist you with all your farm,
cattle and horse needs.
Gabby Johnston
Gabby lives on a beef feedlot outside of Brussels with her family. She Is currently in grade la at F. E Madil
and plans to pursue a post secondary education in agriculture. She is Involved in beef and sheep 4H and dances
competitively for a dance Studio in Goderich. She loves helping people gear up for 4H Shows or pick a new pair
of jeans.
Kathie Emke
Cass grew up on her family's beef farm just outside of Brussels. She got her diploma in agriculture at
Ridgetown College. She currently lives in Blyth with her husband Noah and daughter Addy. Cass breeds American
style Labrador Retrievers. In her spare time she is an avid hunter and enjoys spending time on her family's
farm. She looks after equipment sales and is passionate about the Arrowquip cattle handling systems. She will
be happy to assist you with all of your cowboy loft needs as well.
Lydia Campbell
Lydia grew up near Cornwall Ontario, she recently moved to Huron County. Lydia is a graduate of the PSW
program at St. Lawernce College. Lydia is an avid barrel racer with her horse, Gambler. In her spare time, she
can be found hanging out with her collie, Cliff. Lydia is happy to help you with all your western horse needs.
Lydia can be found posting on our social media, wearing all the best from Wrangler, Ariat and Kimes.
Megan Metske
Megan grew up on a Simmental beef farm east of Lucknow. Along with her family she manages her beef operation
and land. Megan is a graduate of Ridgetown College; she is well versed in all things agriculture. She enjoys
showing her beef calves at local shows as well as the Royal. Megan is your go to person for all your beef show
supplies. Her favourite brands at the Cowboy Loft are Twisted X Shoes and classic midrise Ariat Jeans. She is
always keen to help you find your next pair of Twisted X.
Melissa Veldman
Melissa grew up on a dairy farm south of Varna and now dairy farms with her husband Will, their children,
Faith, Jack, Rose, and Revel outside of Hensall. In her spare time, she volunteers with 4-H. She is a
passionate traveler and enjoys spending time with her family. Melissa is very passionate about agriculture and
all things dairy. She can be found wearing the latest Cowboy Loft gear and is always ready to help you find an
awesome western outfit. She can be found at many cattle shows and loves to help people find the latest and
greatest in show supplies.
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Suzanne Zieleman
Suzanne grew up on a dairy farm outside of Listowel, where she is still actively involved in the daily tasks.
She is a graduate of Ridgetown College, with a diploma in Agriculture Business. She has previous experience on
a dairy farm out west, where she worked after graduating. In her spare time, she likes to spend time outdoors
with her dogs, Scout, and Mickey. She also loves to spend time with her nieces and nephews. Suzanne can assist
you with all your loft needs and can be found wearing all your favourite brands.
Trudy Ryan
Trudy lives outside Brussels with her husband Greg and daughter Amber. Trudy is our Cowboy Loft manger and is
also a horse lover herself. She is knowledgeable with all the horse products in our tack shop and can offer
assistance and advice with horse care. Trudy is very customer oriented and is willing to go the extra mile to
help you find what you're looking for.