Logan Suddeth

Logan Suddeth, Shorthorn cattle, Steward, IL, in Ogle County near Rockford. As members of the American Shorthorn Association and the Illinois Farm Bureau, they uphold rigorous health testing and registration protocols and participate in annual performance evaluations. The herd grazes on mixed grass pastures with open-access barns designed to support natural movement and shelter.

Calves remain with their mothers in small family groups and receive daily handling to encourage calm and curious temperaments. Feeding routines incorporate locally sourced hay and rotational grazing to balance nutrition and maintain pasture quality. Seasonal hoof trimming and veterinary checks are scheduled well in advance to prevent stress and ensure steady growth. A handful of yearlings have earned ribbons at the annual Ogle County Fair for structural soundness and steady temperaments.