Stephens Hereford Farms

Stephens Hereford Farms raises Hereford cattle in Taylorville, IL, serving Christian County and the Springfield area. It is a member of the American Hereford Association and adheres to recommended health testing protocols to support herd well-being. Its cattle graze on rotational pastures and receive individualized attention from weaning onward, fostering calm handling and steady growth. Drawing on a long family ranching tradition, the farm has refined its breeding approach to emphasize gentle disposition and sound conformation.

It balances pasture grazing with supplemental hay and trace mineral blocks, avoiding unnecessary additives and promoting natural growth cycles. Visitors are welcomed to observe morning herd checks and learn about sustainable ranching practices at the farm’s barn and adjacent grazing fields. Feedback from regional livestock fairs highlights the herd’s consistent show ring presence and the farm’s transparent approach to cattle stewardship. Its calves are vaccinated and dewormed according to veterinary guidelines to ensure robust health throughout development.