Mks Livestock

Mks Livestock raises Hereford cattle in Lincoln, IL, Logan County and central Illinois near Springfield.

Mks Livestock has been active in Hereford breeding, participates in American Hereford Association programs, and maintains routine herd health screenings. Their cattle graze on rotational pastures with ample shade and water, and calves are gently introduced to handling to foster calm and well-adjusted temperaments.

Breeding decisions are guided by performance records and maternal strength, yielding offspring suited for both beef quality and efficient growth. The farm’s commitment to transparent record-keeping has earned respect among regional producers. A focus on maternal traits and feed efficiency drives their selection criteria, ensuring calves maintain steady weight gain from birth to weaning. During the spring and fall calving seasons, the herd is monitored daily, and calves are vaccinated according to industry standards to support long-term herd health and performance.