Manning Hill Farm, LLC

Manning Hill Farm, LLC raises Dutch belted cattle in Winchester, New Hampshire, Cheshire County near Manchester. Sam and Sarah Canonica have bred Dutch belted cattle for over a decade and maintain memberships in regional cattle associations. Their breeding stock undergoes routine genetic and veterinary health testing through recognized national registries to ensure breed integrity.

Their cattle graze on rotational pastures with three movable shelters, and calves are introduced to gentle handling from birth. Regular hoof care and nutrition assessments help each animal meet the modest frame and milk production standards of the breed. The Canonicas restored a family homestead to support their herd, blending traditional New England farming with measured innovation. Over the years, their herd has earned a reputation for even temperaments and robust health, and they share findings at local livestock meetings. Detailed records track lineage, performance, and seasonal weight gains to inform each year’s breeding plan.