Manning Hill Farm, LLC

Manning Hill Farm, LLC raises Lakenvelder (Dutch belted) cattle on 126 acres in Winchester, New Hampshire, in the southwest corner of the state near Keene. Sam Canonica and Sarah Costa are first-generation farmers who bought the property in 2005 and transitioned to full-time farming by 2010, building their herd from nine Dutch belted cows sourced from an Amish farm in Pennsylvania.

The farm's focus centers on grass-fed dairy production, with the herd managed on rotational pasture. In 2023, the operation expanded its grazing infrastructure by clearing 10 additional acres and installing perimeter fencing specifically to support rotational grazing. The farm bottles its milk on site and has invested in upgrades to its milking system over recent years to improve efficiency and reduce energy use.

Beyond its dairy herd, Manning Hill Farm also raises grass-fed beef, pork, laying hens, and meat chickens, and produces hay and maple syrup. Those looking for Lakenvelder cattle in New Hampshire will find a working farm with a documented commitment to breed preservation, soil stewardship, and pasture management. The Cheshire County Conservation District recognized the farm as its 2025 Cooperator of the Year for its ongoing land stewardship efforts in partnership with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.

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Species	Cattle Lakenvelder (Dutch Belted)
Website	www.manninghillfarm.com
Email	sam@manninghillfarm.com
Phone	+1 603-239-4397
Owner	Sam Canonica
Location	Winchester, NH, US