Austin Gardner

Austin Gardner breeds Hereford cattle in Walkerton, IN, in St. Joseph County near South Bend. Gardner has worked with Hereford bloodlines for more than a decade, maintaining registrations with national breed associations and following recommended health testing protocols. Calves are raised on rotational pasture with access to shelter in colder months, and daily handling helps them adapt to farm routines. The herd’s diet balances forage with mineral supplements to support growth and reproductive health.

Gardner’s breeding program has supplied animals to local agricultural shows and 4-H projects, with many offspring noted for steady temperament and solid conformation. Ground water from an on-site well and pastures managed for diversity reinforce the farm’s focus on environmental stewardship. Visitors often comment on the calm nature of the herd and the attentive care it receives. The farm sits on land managed with crop rotation and cover crops to enhance soil health and support forage production.