LE Mathers of Leveldale Farms

Leveldale Farms

Established 1852, Mason City Illinois

"Top quality genetics in Shorthorn, and Durham Reds "



Leveldale at the National Western Stock Show in Denver

We will be offering the “Pick of the Pen” of our heifers in the National Shorthorn Sale in Denver, January 17th, 2010. The bulls and heifers in the Pens will all be by one of our long term herd sires “Masterplan”. He is now deceased. These will represent the only heifers ever offered for sale by Masterplan.

Heifer Calves
We will be taking heifer calves with ear tags 903W, 904W, 906W, 918W ( 3 of these 4 will make up our pen ). The heifers EPDs range from BW -0.8 to .7 WW 18.3 to 21.3 YW 21.7 to 25.2 Milk 4.7 to 7 Many have asked us about these heifers since first putting some of their baby pasture shots on the web site. This is a great opportunity to take your pick.


These are the most recent shots take of the Denver Pen.
We sell choice---- “Pick of the Pen” and reserve the right to only one flush.
(click to enlarge)

       


Bull Calves
We will be taking bull calves with ear tags 907W, 929W, and 943W. BW -0.3 to .7 WW 16.6 to 24.2 YW 21.7 to 32.6 Milk 4.4 to 4.9 All born unassisted and had no creep feed. They were from 6.2 months to 7.2 months at weaning and have been on high fiber rations since weaning with free access to hay. One of Bulls and 3 heifers are ET full sibs. Please ask us or others who have visited our program about how our cattle are raised and the criteria for a cow to be flushed.

Gold Chain’s photo (at left) was taken at one week past his 7month birthday having had no creep feed. All calves on display in Denver for your inspection were raised on grass with no creep feed.



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Leveldale Farms, located in Mason City Illinois, has been supplying quality Shorthorn genetics since 1852. In the past, we have been called " The Headquarters For Herd Bulls ", and that remains true today. If you are looking for quality herd sires, Leveldale is the place to find them. We offer breeding stock, show steers, and heifer prospects, as well as the highest quality semen and embryos for use with your current herd.

A Rainbow At Leveldale FarmsAt Leveldale, we are continually working to improve our herds through selection, and purchase. We are a no-confinement operation, and we take our stewardship of the land that supports us very seriously. Organic farming is a growing part of Leveldale, and in the future we are aimed towards increasing reliance on this nature friendly way of farming.

We welcome you to our site, and hope you will visit us at the farm someday soon! Please contact us any time with your questions or comments.

Leveldale Farms
Mathers - Conniff - Bruce
29257 E CR 1250 N
Mason City, IL 62664
phone: (309) 678-2203 fax: (309) 266-6980
email: cattle@leveldale.com

American Shorthorn Association
Cows in the pasture at Leveldale Farms

2007 American Shorthorn Association "Builder Of The Breed" award winner.
The 3rd generation at Leveldale to win this award selected by fellow breeders.