North Fork Farms

North Fork Farms, Milking devon cattle in Mazeppa, MN, are located in southeastern Minnesota near Rochester. Emily Buehler O’Leary and Andrew O’Leary have been raising Milking devon for over a decade and hold active membership in the Milking Devon Cattle Association, with routine veterinary wellness checks and genetic health screenings. The herd grazes on rotational pastures managed for forage diversity, and calves are raised alongside their dams under careful supervision to foster strong social bonds. Their feeding program emphasizes grass-based nutrition, supplemented with mineral mixes formulated on-site under guidance from a regional livestock nutritionist.

The farmstead blends traditional livestock husbandry with sustainable land management, featuring organic-friendly grazing practices and on-site birthing stalls designed for low-stress calving. Visitors often note the cattle’s calm temperament and the family’s hands-on approach during farm tours. North Fork Farms maintains records of lineage and performance to support breeding goals while preserving breed characteristics.