Kathy Hendley

Kathy Hendley is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Bloomfield, MO, serving Southeast Missouri near St. Louis. With over a decade of experience, she maintains affiliations with the American Shorthorn Association and the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association, and adheres to recommended health testing protocols.

Her herd grazes rotationally on mixed-species pastures of native grasses and legumes, and receives daily handling to encourage calm, tractable temperaments. Calves are introduced to barn life and routine human contact from an early age, ensuring well-socialized animals and regular health checks by a local veterinarian. Hendley’s focus on conformation and maternal traits reflects her commitment to sustainable livestock practices.

She regularly exhibits cattle at regional fairs and has earned honors for adherence to breed standards. Buyers often comment on consistent quality across her stock and her transparency about lineage and performance records. Farm management emphasizes soil health and responsible grazing to support long-term herd wellbeing and pasture regeneration.