Upson Farm

Upson Farm raises Dutch belted cattle in Cherry Valley, NY, Otsego County and the Mohawk Valley near Utica. With over a decade of breeding experience, Cornell Upson follows registry standards and ensures each animal undergoes routine health testing and veterinary checkups. Calves spend their early weeks under close supervision in spacious pastures where they learn to socialize with both livestock and humans.

On-site facilities include a climate-controlled barn, secure handling pens, and rotational grazing fields to promote natural foraging habits. Animals receive a balanced diet of hay, grains, and mineral supplements formulated on site to support growth and overall health. The farm’s hands-on approach has earned praise for gentle handling and resilient herds, and visitors often note the calm temperament of the cattle and the farm’s commitment to sustainable practices. Their farmstead roots reach back three generations, with breeding practices refined through local fairs and peer collaboration.