Samuel W. Yoder

Samuel W. Yoder breeds Percheron horses in Utica, Minnesota, in southeastern Minnesota near Rochester. He follows American Percheron Association guidelines and ensures routine veterinary screenings, including dental and conformation assessments, for all animals. Operated under registry recommendations, the farm conducts health evaluations, hoof inspections, and growth monitoring on every foal. The farm maintains a spacious pasture rotation system and introduces foals to handling and light training from an early age.

His approach combines pasture-based husbandry with daily interaction to support calm temperaments and strong skeletal development. The farm’s calm environment and attentive care contribute to well-adjusted horses that are known for their sturdy build and gentle nature. Community members often comment on the horses' calm disposition and reliable performance under saddle. Samuel W. Yoder’s hands-on management on this multigenerational farm offers a straightforward setting where each horse receives personalized attention.