Julie Thelen

Julie Thelen is a family-run Hereford cattle breeder in St Johns, MI, serving central Michigan near Lansing. She maintains membership in the American Hereford Association and supports recommended health testing and performance evaluation protocols to maintain strong genetics in her herd. Calves are raised on rotational pasture with daily hands-on care and supplemental forage to encourage gentle handling and adaptability. Animal welfare guides each stage, from calving and weaning to finishing in open-air settings.

Her small-scale approach allows for close monitoring of growth, structural soundness, and temperament in every animal. Julie selects breeding stock based on proven maternal traits, docility, and forage efficiency common to the breed. This attention to detail and careful husbandry contributes to consistent quality, resilience, and a calm herd temperament. She regularly exhibits at the local county fair to showcase herd vigor and consistent temperament to the broader community.