Dutch-Ayr Farm

Dutch-Ayr Farm raises Dutch belted or lakenvelder cattle in Cullom, IL, central Illinois near Bloomington. The farm has been part of the heritage cattle community for several years, following breed association guidelines for health testing, including annual veterinary exams and genetic screening, and maintaining full registration for each animal. Animals graze rotationally on diverse pasture, moved monthly across multiple paddocks, and spend nights in clean, climate-controlled barns to ensure consistent welfare.

Rick Haag’s approach emphasizes gentle handling and early socialization to promote calm temperaments and ease of management. Breeding stock trace to established European herds with documentation maintained for each animal. The farm participates in regional livestock exhibitions and educational workshops to share best practices with fellow breeders. This balanced focus offers small producers reliable dual-purpose performance in both milk production and beef qualities.