Michael Ward

Michael Ward, Hereford cattle, Butlerville, IN, raises Hereford cattle in Ripley County and the surrounding southeastern Indiana area near Cincinnati. With more than two decades of experience, he is a member of the American Hereford Association and follows Beef Quality Assurance standards, including genetic evaluations and routine health screenings for Johne’s disease and bovine viral diarrhea. His farm features spacious paddocks shaded by oak trees and a rotational grazing system that supports robust growth and healthy soil.

He prioritizes early socialization, ensuring calves become accustomed to feedlot handling and gentle human interaction. Many of his cattle come from bloodlines with proven maternal instincts and efficient feed conversion. His careful record-keeping and participation in regional cattle improvement programs reflect a steady commitment to the breed’s well-being.

The farm practices nutrient management to maintain pasture health year-round, adapting to Indiana’s seasonal changes. He provides a quiet barn area for calving and time outdoors to ease stress for both mother and calf.