Dutch Meadows Farm

Dutch Meadows Farm raises Dutch belted or Lakenvelder cattle in Paradise, PA, in Lancaster County near Harrisburg. The Stoltzfus Family has bred registered cattle for more than a decade, participating in national herdbook programs and maintaining comprehensive health screenings for both mature cows and newborn calves. It follows rotational grazing on lush grass pastures, offering daily hands-on care and early social grouping that helps calves build resilience and gentle temperaments.

Its cattle have placed well at local agricultural fairs, reflecting the family’s commitment to animal structure and temperament. Calves are raised alongside older animals in a climate-controlled barn during winter months, with summer days spent under shade shelters to maintain comfort. These practices have led to a quiet herd that adapts well to new environments, earning praise from visitors and long-term customers. The farm’s century-old barn and trough-water pasture system also underscore a respect for tradition alongside modern animal welfare standards.