Ardent Homestead

Ardent Homestead is a Milking Devon cattle breeder in Arden, NY, in the Hudson Valley near New York City. It participates in state and national Devon cattle associations and ensures routine veterinary screenings to support herd health.

Each cow grazes on rotational pastures and calves spend time in family groups to encourage natural social development. Owner David Nelson emphasizes gentle handling and offers individual feeding schedules to nurture early growth and strong temperaments.

The farm’s barns feature open-bedded shelters and secure fencing for comfort and easy monitoring throughout the seasons. Neighbors often comment on the farm’s transparent practices, noting clear record-keeping and calf wellness updates. Ardent Homestead balances traditional Devon traits with sustainable methods to deliver consistent milking quality. All registrations are documented with pedigrees available for prospective herdsmen seeking reliable lineage, and calving records emphasize both maternal instincts and milk yield.