John Thomas Heyl

John Thomas Heyl, Hereford cattle in Vevay, VA, serves Alleghany County and the Appalachian highlands near Roanoke. With years of hands-on experience, the farm is an active member of the American Hereford Association and state cattlemen’s group, adhering to comprehensive health-testing guidelines for parent stock.

It raises its cattle on rotational cool-season and warm-season pastures, focusing on low-stress handling and gradual socialization in family herds. Its approach to sustainable pasture management and careful oversight contributes to robust calves with steady temperaments. Many local farmers appreciate the consistency and sound structure seen in its Hereford offspring. Pasture rotations include shaded woodlots and spring-fed ponds to support animal welfare through all seasons. Calves are weaned gradually on site and accustomed to range moves that promote muscle development and resilience. Regular veterinary checkups and a balanced mineral program aim to maintain herd health and growth consistency.