Steve Allen

Steve Allen, Shorthorn cattle breeder in Hampshire, IL, works in Northern Illinois near Chicago. He has been raising Shorthorn cattle for several years, participates in recognized breed programs, and maintains registration with major associations. His herd undergoes routine health screenings, and each animal benefits from year-round rotational grazing, pasture-based feeding and regular handling to support gentle temperaments.

Steve Allen’s operation includes spacious pasture rotations and climate-sheltered barns where calves are introduced to varied settings for early socialization. He prioritizes low-stress management practices and monitors ancestry records to encourage sound structure and longevity. Visitors often note the herd’s calm nature and balanced conformation during on-site farm tours. The cattle graze on native grasses supplemented with hay from the farm’s fields to maintain nutritional balance. In recent local fairs his cattle have placed well in breed classes, reflecting consistent quality across generations.