Kara Frankford

Kara Frankford breeds Hereford cattle in Carlinville, IL, in Central Illinois near Springfield. With more than a decade of hands-on experience, she maintains registrations through the American Hereford Association and follows recommended health testing protocols. Her herd grazes on rotational pastures and benefits from daily social interaction, quiet handling and regular veterinary care.

Each calf is introduced to structured enrichment routines from an early age to encourage calm dispositions and adaptability. The farm's emphasis on structural soundness and maternal instinct has earned favorable feedback from neighboring producers. Kara Frankford's attention to soil health and rotational grazing supports a sustainable environment for both livestock and land.

Herd sires are selected for balanced muscling, maternal traits and genetic diversity, with all bulls undergoing ultrasound scanning and fertility evaluations before breeding. Community members often remark on the herd's consistent temperament, clean feet and sturdy hooves after guided farm visits and virtual updates shared by Kara Frankford.