Eugene C. Yoder

Eugene C. Yoder is a Percheron breeder in Shipshewana, IN, LaGrange County and the Michiana region near Fort Wayne.

With more than fifteen years of experience providing sturdy draft horses for farm work and carriage driving, it maintains membership in the Percheron Horse Association of America. All horses undergo regular veterinary screenings, follow targeted nutrition plans, and participate in farrier schedules designed to support growth and promote structural soundness. The farm’s barn and paddock rotations offer seasonal shelter and fresh grazing, mirroring traditional farmstead practices adapted for animal well-being.

Each foal is raised in family paddocks where early handling, pasture turnout, and basic groundwork encourage gentle temperaments and strong bone development. Owners note the calm disposition, athletic ability, and versatility of riding and driving prospects on its century-old farmstead, reflecting a legacy of thoughtful breeding. Several of its horses have earned performance ribbons at local fairs and parades, showcasing the breed’s characteristic strength, willingness to work, and calm nature. Young stock benefit from daily turnout alongside mature mares, reinforcing herd social dynamics and confidence before placement with new families.