Amos Troyer

Amos Troyer breeds Percherons in Bloomfield, IA, in Davis County in Southeastern Iowa near Ottumwa. He has devoted more than twenty years to developing sound, well-muscled Percheron horse lines and holds membership in the American Percheron Horse Association and the Iowa Horse Council. All breeding stock receives annual veterinary examinations and careful hoof care to ensure long-term soundness and vitality.

Foals are raised alongside mature horses on pasture with early handling techniques that help foster gentle temperaments and adaptability to farm chores. The farm’s heavy built show horses have appeared in county fairs and pull competitions, earning praise for steady dispositions and willingness to work in teams. Visitors often note the farm’s open-air barns and daily opportunities for hands-on visits with a team of friendly draft horses. Amos Troyer’s family-run farm follows multigenerational traditions of draft horse breeding, blending practical farm skills with a focus on horse wellbeing.