Eckelman Farm

Eckelman Farm is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Seymour, IN, Jackson County and the Bloomington area near Bloomington. Nathan Eckelman has been dedicated to Shorthorn breeding for more than fifteen years, adhering to American Shorthorn Association guidelines and maintaining regular health testing to monitor bloodlines and herd wellbeing. Calves are nurtured on open pastures that rotate with the seasons, and daily handling helps them develop steady temperaments for future herds or local markets.

As a family-run operation with roots in Indiana farming, the farm blends traditional practices with attention to animal comfort, ensuring clean shelters and ample space for each animal. Customers often remark on the consistent conformation and gentle demeanor of Eckelman Farm’s Shorthorn stock, qualities that reflect their focus on sustainable husbandry. Their commitment to pasture fertility and rotational grazing also contributes to the herd’s robust health and balanced nutrition throughout the year.