Alan Vandewoestyne

Alan Vandewoestyne, Hereford cattle, Geneseo, IL, is a breeder serving Henry County and the Quad Cities near Davenport.

He has focused on Hereford breeding for over a decade and maintains membership in national and regional cattle associations with a health testing program that includes routine veterinary exams and herd vaccinations. The herd follows rotational grazing on open pasture, and calves are gently handled and group housed to support early socialization and steady growth. Animals receive a balanced diet of pasture grasses and supplemental hay to promote steady growth through all seasons.

Neighbors often remark on the calm temperament and robust build of his calves, and his reputation reflects a measured approach rather than quick turnover. The farm’s roots in traditional livestock husbandry inform every breeding decision, ensuring cattle well suited to midwestern climates and family farms. His detailed records on lineage and calving ease are shared with fellow breeders at regional fairs.