Happy Acres Farm

Happy Acres Farm raises Shorthorn cattle in Richland, IA, serving southeastern Iowa near Burlington. It follows American Shorthorn Association standards and routinely performs genetic health screenings and regular veterinary assessments to support strong maternal lines and sound conformation. Calves spend dawn-to-dusk grazing periods on rotational pastures while receiving daily herd checks, gentle handling and socialization that foster resilience and trust.

Owner Andrew Greiner builds on decades of family farming tradition, selecting foundation cows for balanced temperaments and the breed’s classic beef qualities. The farm’s restored 19th-century barn and open-sided loafing sheds provide shelter during weather shifts, reflecting a commitment to low-stress environments. Its thoughtful approach to pasture fertility and water-access management also nurtures the land that sustains each generation of cattle.

Visitors often remark on the cattle’s approachable nature and the farm’s peaceful setting amidst rolling pastures. Seasonal herd health updates and calving records are maintained with transparency, reflecting its focus on accountable husbandry practices.