Joe Rickabaugh

Joe Rickabaugh, Hereford cattle, Topeka, KS, in the northeast Kansas region near Kansas City, is dedicated to raising robust stock for family farms. He has refined practices that promote animal health through routine testing and rotational grazing. Each calf is born and raised on open pasture, with early handling to encourage calm temperaments and easy transition to new environments.

The farm regularly supplies replacement heifers valued for maternal performance at local cattle sales. Membership in national cattle associations supports Joe Rickabaugh’s commitment to breed standards and ongoing education in livestock management. Breeding stock undergoes regular evaluations for structural soundness and temperament, reflecting a focus on reliable work animals. Local farmers and rural homesteaders in Shawnee County value the consistent quality of animals that adapt well to both pasture and confined feeding systems. Many customers note the calm nature of their Hereford cattle and steady growth rates across weaning and finishing stages.