Foothill Farms

Foothill Farms, Simmental cattle, Hastings, MI, serves Barry County and the Kalamazoo area with a tradition of family farming. It has been breeding Simmental cattle for more than thirty years, maintains registrations with recognized breed associations and performs routine health screenings including fertility evaluation and genetic testing. The herd grazes on rolling pasture with rotational management for optimal forage use, and calves receive daily handling in a warm, family-centered environment to encourage gentle temperament.

Owners share detailed breeding plans and herd updates through local agricultural networks and periodic farm visits, reflecting a collaborative spirit with neighboring producers. Its focus on diverse pasture-based systems supports animal welfare, soil health and sustainable land stewardship throughout the year. Prospective buyers often remark on the herd’s structural soundness, calm disposition and strong maternal instincts observed at weaning and during early development. Foothill Farms also integrates cover cropping and hay production to provide diverse forage options and support long-term soil productivity on its farmland. This combination of thoughtful breeding, attentive care and strategic land management has earned Foothill Farms respect among peers throughout the region.