Muddy Fork Ranch

Muddy Fork Ranch raises miniature Hereford cattle in Wooster, OH, in Northeast Ohio near Cleveland. Daniel Lloyd participates in the American Hereford Association and ensures each animal undergoes regular health screenings for brucellosis, BVD, and foot rot. The herd rotates through native grass pastures, and calves are handled daily from birth to foster a calm temperament and early socialization.

Their low-stress approach extends to climate-controlled calving pens and ample shade and water sources year-round. Each calf follows a vaccination schedule recommended by the Ohio State University Extension, and sire lines are chosen for consistent temperament and sound conformation. Visitors often remark on the calves’ gentle nature and balanced build, reflecting sound genetics and consistent nutrition. As a small-scale operation with a focus on sustainability, Muddy Fork Ranch provides miniature Herefords suited to both backyard enjoyment and small-farm productivity.