Sydney Wisnefski

Sydney Wisnefski, Herefords, Wyoming, IL, in Stark County and the Peoria area, manages a small herd of registered cattle. With years of breeding experience, she follows American Hereford Association guidelines, conducts regular genetic evaluations, and ensures thorough health screening for each calf.

Her cattle graze on rotational pastures seeded with native grasses, and calves receive early gentle handling to promote calm temperaments and ease future handling. She operates on a family-run homestead spanning gentle rolling hills, emphasizing sustainable pasture management, well-ventilated barns, and low-stress handling practices. Prospective buyers appreciate her transparent record keeping, detailed lineage documentation, and regular updates on herd health milestones and performance data.

Her involvement with local agricultural fairs reflects a commitment to community engagement and breed education among new and experienced ranchers. She is a member of the Illinois Cattlemen’s Association and participates in annual herd improvement programs and local extension workshops. Calving typically occurs in early spring when pastures recover, allowing calves to adapt easily to pasture life and benefit from fresh forage.