Patricia Daigle/Christianson Farms

Patricia Daigle/Christianson Farms raises Hereford cattle in Waukon, Iowa, in Allamakee County and the Driftless Area near La Crosse. They follow breed association guidelines and ensure each animal completes routine health screenings for genetic conditions common to Hereford. Calves are reared on spacious pastures with a focus on low-stress handling and balanced nutrition through rotational grazing.

Their barns provide shelter during harsh weather and allow ample time for social grouping to support herd dynamics. Generations of farming heritage guide their stewardship, blending modern standards with practices passed down over decades. Local feedback often highlights consistency in temperament and structural soundness among their stock across breeding seasons.

They incorporate manure management and regular soil testing into their annual routine to preserve pasture health and environmental balance. Visitors often remark on the cows’ maternal instincts and even growth rates achieved through consistent care.