Arden Farms

Arden Farms are milking Devon cattle breeders in Harriman, NY, Orange County and the lower Hudson Valley near Newburgh. Founded by Nick Mortimer and Gigi Mortimer, they have raised milking Devons for over a decade with a focus on registry participation and comprehensive health screening.

Their herd grazes on rotational pasture behind the farmhouse, and calves spend early weeks in a family barn designed for social interaction and gentle handling. Arden Farms maintains herdbook entries with the national registry and follows recommended screenings for Johne’s disease and genetic conditions. The farm emphasizes grass-based dairy production and sustainable practices inherited from its farmland legacy.

Visitors often comment on the calm temperament of the cattle and the Mortimers’ willingness to share milk yield records and lineage details. Their approach reflects a belief that strong care routines build both animal well-being and lasting trust.