Stan & Paula Childs

Stan & Paula Childs, Hereford cattle, Ripley, MS in northwest Mississippi near Memphis. They draw on over two decades of family breeding history and maintain membership in the American Hereford Association for ongoing breed development. They are committed to preserving the breed’s robust qualities through careful selection and health screening in line with national cattle association guidelines.

Their herd grazes on well-managed pastures with rotational grazing practices, balanced nutrition from local forage and grains, and access to clean spring water. Animal welfare is supported through regular veterinary care, low-stress handling and ample social interaction from a young age. Calving ease and feed efficiency guide their selection criteria, resulting in cattle noted for calm temperament and structural soundness.

Visitors often note the farm’s open layout and attentive care routines that contribute to the animals’ well-being.