Brooke E Ponder

Brooke E Ponder raises Hereford cattle in Veedersburg, IN, west central Indiana near Lafayette. With more than a decade of hands-on breeding experience and enrollment in the American Hereford Association, the operation follows annual health testing for BVD, Johne’s disease, and vibrio. Animals graze rotational pastures framed by native grasses and perennial legumes, promoting natural forage habits, muscle development, and soil health.

Calf handling begins within days of birth, with early socialization and individual assessments to support uniform growth, gentle temperaments, and farm resilience. Attention to balanced feed rations, including homegrown hay and supplemental grains, reflects a philosophy of nutritional integrity and animal welfare. A multi-generation family farm, Brooke E Ponder emphasizes transparent record-keeping and open barn visits for prospective buyers, fostering trust and long-term relationships. Visitors often cite consistent frame scores, steady weight gains, and respectful farmland stewardship as hallmarks of this breeder.