Fleming Herefords

Fleming Herefords is a Hereford cattle breeder in Shabbona, Illinois, in De Kalb County and northern Illinois near Chicago. The farm has been raising registered Hereford cattle for several seasons and maintains herd health through regular veterinary screenings and calf vaccinations. Breeding stock are rotationally grazed on open pasture and managed with low-stress handling to support natural behavior and growth.

Daily care includes individual attention for newborn calves and scheduled nutritional evaluations to ensure balanced diets. Sire and dam selection is based on performance records and maternal characteristics, and offspring are assessed for growth and structural soundness. The operation reflects a family-run livestock tradition in the region, with a focus on sustainable grazing practices and strong animal well-being. The ranch includes spacious barns with climate-controlled calving pens to maintain consistent care year-round. Herd records are carefully maintained to track performance data and guide future breeding plans.