Hendrickson Tst/Nile Valleyfarms

Hendrickson Tst/Nile Valleyfarms, Shorthorn cattle breeder in Sedalia, MO, serves Pettis County and central Missouri near Kansas City.

With over a decade of experience, it maintains active membership in national breed associations and adheres to recommended health screening protocols for calves and breeding stock. Its herd grazes on open pastures with access to shade and clean water, and calves are handled calmly from birth to build gentle temperaments. The farm’s climate-controlled barns and rolling fields support year-round comfort and stress reduction.

Each animal receives a balanced diet of forage and supplemental grain tailored to its growth stage, and weaning practices focus on gradual transition to minimize stress. Routine veterinary checks and strict biosecurity measures help protect herd health, while individualized care plans guide calves toward healthy weight milestones. Its commitment to transparent breeding includes sharing lineage and performance records with interested buyers. Consistent calving ease and strong maternal traits have become hallmarks of its herd over multiple generations.