Jacob's Light

Jacob’s Light miniature zebu in Chicago, Illinois are stewarded by Matt Hester, who brings a family farm approach to daily routines. Their farm in the Midwest near Chicago has hosted these cattle for more than a decade under Zebu Cattle Association guidance and annual health screenings. Each lineage is tracked through DNA records to preserve breed integrity.

The herd grazes on carefully managed paddocks, sharing space with goats and sheep to promote calm social growth, and handlers introduce calves early to routine care. Stalls are cleaned daily and water stations are checked multiple times to maintain comfort and hygiene. Visitors appreciate the low-stress handling approach and note the friendly temperaments of the miniature zebu.

One local farmer described the cattle as rugged yet approachable, praising their gentle nature. Calving season is timed to coincide with spring pasture growth, ensuring access to fresh forage.