Wyatt Valley Farms

Wyatt Valley Farms, miniature Herefords in Troutdale, VA, in southwestern Virginia near Wytheville, focuses on raising healthy cattle tailored for small operations. Amy Taylor maintains herd health with annual veterinary screenings for vision, joint health and calving ease, and participates in national cattle breed associations. The breeding program emphasizes balanced growth rates and gentle temperaments suited for family or homestead environments.

Calves graze on mixed grass pasture and spend time in sheltered loafing sheds, receiving daily handling to promote steady growth and calm temperaments. This hands-on approach supports natural social behaviors while easing transitions into new herds. The farm follows rotational grazing cycles on well-managed pastures with access to shelter and fresh water. Visitors note the attentive care of each calf, and prospective buyers highlight the calm disposition of the herd and the detailed lineage records provided with each animal. Their cattle adapt well to varied weather conditions across the farm’s open ridges and quiet hollows.