Meier Hillside Herefords

Meier Hillside Herefords breeds Hereford cattle in Gratiot, WI, serving Lafayette County and southwestern Wisconsin near Madison. They have been raising purebred stock for nearly two decades and hold registration with the American Hereford Association.

Animals are raised on pasture with rotational grazing, and calves spend their early weeks close to the barnyard to encourage gentle handling and daily interaction. Family members and visitors share open access to fenced paddocks, helping young cattle develop calm temperaments. Meier Hillside Herefords remains a family-run operation where several generations share chores and celebrate each calving season.

Several of their bulls have earned performance and conformation acknowledgments at county fairs, reflecting the farm’s steady commitment to sound structure and maternal traits. Feedback from neighboring producers highlights consistent growth rates and easy calving on their most recent calves. Their low-stress handling protocols and spacious winter shelter support cattle well-being throughout the year.