Prairie Meadow Herefords

Prairie Meadow Herefords raises Hereford cattle in Rochester, Illinois, in central Illinois near Springfield. As a family-run operation with decades of heritage, it follows recommended health screenings, works closely with a local veterinarian for calf vaccinations and reproductive evaluations, and maintains detailed herd records. It follows national guidelines for herd registration and traceability and participates in performance reporting programs for weight gain and maternal traits.

Cattle graze on rich prairie pastures and receive daily handling to foster calm temperaments. Calves are grouped by age on open paddocks and benefit from early exposure to pasture and routine wellness checks. The property combines pasture rotation with sheltered loafing areas, reflecting a focus on animal comfort and healthy land stewardship.

Generations of caretakers have watched the herd excel in maternal traits and thrive under attentive management. Wide seasonal pastures and natural water sources on the farm support the herd through spring growth and autumn transitions.