Cross Key Cattle

Cross Key Cattle, beefalo in Athens, AL, operates in north Alabama near Huntsville. Josef Coty Johns has spent years building a herd that meets breed association guidelines and undergoes regular health screenings. Its involvement in local cattle association meetings provides access to shared expertise and emerging husbandry practices focused on herd health and responsible land stewardship. The cattle graze on rotating pastures and are socialized from birth to ensure steady development and natural resilience.

Livestock are raised in a mixed forage system on rolling fields that reflect the farm’s multi-generational roots and local crop rotations. Visitors often remark on the animals’ calm disposition and sturdy build under seasonal weather year-round. Careful record keeping and attention to nutritional balance guide its efforts to maintain herd wellness and vitality. Feeding plans are adjusted seasonally to match forage availability and support consistent weight gain.