Mason Montgomery & Son

Mason Montgomery & Son raise Hereford cattle in Cypress, IL, Johnson County and southern Illinois near Carbondale. They have worked with this breed for several generations, participate in American Hereford Association programs, and conduct annual genetic and veterinary health screenings on all breeding stock. Calves are born and nurtured on open pasture with gradual introduction to handling, allowing them to learn between paddock companionship and gentle socialization with family members and ranch hands, then move to rotational grazing systems to support optimal growth.

The farm’s deep roots date back to the early 1950s when the Montgomery legacy began with a single bull, and each new calf carries that lineage. Visitors often comment on the clear communication and transparency in breeding records, noting consistency in temperament and structure. Mason Montgomery & Son maintain a modest scale that prioritizes animal welfare and genetic health over rapid expansion.