John Harms

John Harms, Hereford cattle, Humboldt, IA, is located in north-central Iowa and near Fort Dodge. He breeds registered Hereford cattle under American Hereford Association guidelines and follows routine health screenings to maintain herd health. The herd is managed on rolling, seasonally rested pastures with rotational grazing to support natural foraging and soil health.

His hands-on approach emphasizes early handling and daily socialization so cattle adapt smoothly to varied pastures and hauling routines. Open-sided barns with individual feeding stations offer shelter, clean water and regular nutritional assessments for all ages. Attention to maternal strength and feed efficiency has produced steers prized by local growers who value consistent weight gains. A family-run operation for three generations, the farm maintains consistent herd improvement through detailed performance records and longstanding community trust. Regular farm visits by neighboring producers foster a collaborative environment for sharing breeding insights and practical experience.