Sara Rose Sullivan

Sara Rose Sullivan is a Shorthorn cattle breeder in Dunlap, IA, serving Harrison County and the Loess Hills near Sioux City. For more than a decade her farm has focused on selective breeding to enhance strong maternal traits and structural soundness, maintaining registrations with the American Shorthorn Association and following recommended health screening protocols. Calves are raised on open pasture, introduced to daily handling from birth and supplemented with balanced nutrition during winter to support steady growth.

A family-run operation, the farm uses simple but well-maintained facilities and practices rotational grazing to preserve soil health and animal welfare. Herd size remains intentionally modest, allowing for individualized attention during calving and close monitoring of each animal’s development. Biosecurity measures, regular vaccinations and parasite control are part of the routine to ensure herd resilience and buyer confidence. Clear communication about pedigrees, expected calving dates and on-farm visits helps match cattle to their future homes and underlines a genuine commitment to long-term relationships.