Buckeye Cattle Co

Buckeye Cattle Co breeds Hereford cattle in Alden, Iowa, Hardin County and central Iowa near Des Moines. With more than twelve years of selective breeding rooted in family tradition, it follows American Hereford Association guidelines and routine genetic testing to support calving ease and coat health. The cattle graze on native grasses, with rotational grazing and rigorous annual forage analysis guiding pasture management, along with daily low-stress handling and shelter in quiet pole barns adapted to seasonal rhythms. Careful socialization allows calves to develop steady temperaments before joining the main herd.

The operation traces its roots to family farms dating back to the 1940s, blending generational knowledge with modern pasture ecology. Recent herd book records show average daily gains that outpace county norms, reflecting consistent growth patterns and sound muscling across registered Hereford lines. Local buyers routinely note the animals’ uniform conformation and calm disposition.