Ledgehill Farms

Ledgehill Farms is a breeder of Wagyu cattle in Hortonville, WI, Outagamie County near Green Bay, offering heritage bloodlines adapted to local climate. The farm has been raising foundation herds in small-scale settings for local and regional beef markets, following breed association guidelines for health testing and genetic selection. Animals graze on rotational pastures and are handled daily to foster calm temperaments. Calves are socialized from birth, moving with their dams to provide steady growth and natural weaning.

The operation emphasizes sustainable practices and soil health, with cover crops supporting seasonal pasture diversity. Visitors note the farm’s quiet rhythms and attentive care on family-owned land. Each animal’s progress is tracked through records that reflect its lineage and wellness history. David Viaene began caring for the herd with attention to temperament and marbling traits that suit both grass and grain finishing.