Ponca Creek Farms

Ponca Creek Farms, Hereford cattle, Burke, SD, is located in Gregory County and the Great Plains near Sioux Falls. The farm is a member of the American Hereford Association and follows recommended genetic health testing protocols.

Cattle graze on rolling pastures with daily rotation to support natural foraging and hoof health, and calves receive gentle handling from birth to encourage calm temperaments. Many local ranchers praise the consistency of muscle depth and even disposition across their sale offerings. The management practices aim to balance productivity with animal well-being, reflecting a steady family farming tradition.

Operated by the same family for decades, the ranch emphasizes sustainable grazing and careful herd selection. Breeding decisions focus on moderate frame scores and sound structure to meet the needs of both commercial producers and purebred enthusiasts. Animals are wintered in open sheds with access to bale grazing to maintain condition in cold months.