A diversified crop and Simmental cattle operation, Diamond A Farms is located in rural Altamont. August Sr., initially settled in the area from Germany and established roots and a farming enterprise more than 100 years ago. The operation has evolved and grown over the years to support multiple families. The Diamond A Farms partnership was formed in the early 1990s by Wendell, Lloyd and their father, Victor. Today, the partnership includes Tyler, Justin and Justin’s wife, Danielle. Justin and Tyler’s main focus is the cow herd which has grown from a few heifers as 4-H projects to a herd of more than 100 Simmental cows with the focus of raising elite genetics that can compete successfully at national, regional and local shows. Several noteworthy cattle bred by Diamond A Farms have sold through the Land of Lincoln Premier Group sale, which they host on their farm.