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Efficiency Pays. Numbers Matter.

A breed to fill the need as the nation rebuilds the beef cow herd. Hereford breeders’ are at the threshold of a historic opportunity.

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Focus on Fertility

Fertility is an important trait for seedstock and commercial herds alike. Documented research and rancher tested success has shown the positive impacts Hereford genetics can have on fertility. Nate Frederickson, Spearfish, S.D., has seen firsthand the power of the Hereford-influenced female.

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Fertility, Docility and Longevity Reign Supreme!

Leveraging the traits the Hereford breed has to offer is the foundation of Merritt Ranch. Joseph Merritt, Porterville, Calif., has seen the added docility, fertility and longevity that belongs to Hereford genetics.

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1881: Hereford Network

Powered by the American Hereford Association, 1881, has a mission to share stories of the breed’s rich history in the beef industry, connect with the faces behind the bald face and share the progress that has impacted operations across the country. Check out our latest episode.

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Upcoming Events

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Iowa State Fair

Des Moines, IA

08/20/2026
Upper Peninsula State Fair

Escanaba, MI

08/20/2026
East Tennessee Hereford Association Kick-Off Classic

White Pine, TN

08/22/2026
State Fair of West Virginia Open Show

Lewisburg, WV

08/22/2026
Western Idaho Fair

Boise, ID

08/22/2026
Oregon State Fair Open Show

Salem, OR

08/22/2026
Oregon State Fair Junior Show

Salem, OR

08/24/2026
Appalachian Fair

Gray, TN

08/26/2026
Kentucky State Fair Junior Show

Louisville, KY

08/27/2026
Missouri Hereford Assn. Field Day (August 29-30)

08/29/2026

Hereford Headlines

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August 12, 2026

AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS

August 11, 2026

Hereford Leaders on the Rise in Boise

Kansas City, Mo. — One hundred National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) members from 25 states gathered in Boise, Idaho, July 29–Aug. 1, for the “Leaders on the Rise” 2026 Faces of Leadership conference. Throughout the …

July 23, 2026

Muscle Ahead

Changes in assessing total red meat yield will transform the industry.

July 20, 2026

Perfect Pairing: Harfsts Win Cow-Calf Pair Show

MADISON, Wis. — Bringing the bred-and-owned and owned cow-calf pair champions into the showring for the grand champion selection is a VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) highlight. Easton and Kaytlyn Harfst, Battle Creek, Mich., …

July 20, 2026

Golden Moment: Allan, Starnes Show Grand Champion Owned Females

MADISON, Wis. — There’s something special about Sunday at the Masters — just like Friday at the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE). In the last round, Landry Allan, Nocona, Texas, and Harper Rose Starnes, …

July 20, 2026

A Fantastic Five: Bred-and-Owned Female Champions Named

MADISON, Wis. — The top five selection of bred-and-owned females at the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) is embedded in the fabric of the event. BKMT GHC Maternal Treasure ET, shown by Grady and …

July 20, 2026

Grand Groups: New Mexico, Oklahoma Win State Group Shows, Harfsts Top Produce-of-Dam

MADISON, Wis. — States and exhibitors gathered their best groups for “The Hereford Masters in Madison,” July 7-8, in Madison, Wis., for the state group and produce-of-dam shows. Breck Debnam, Madison, Ga., evaluated the state …

July 20, 2026

Chasing Excellence: Figge Siblings Selected Grand Champion Steer

MADISON, Wis. — In an 80-head steer show, Tyree and Delaney Figge, Onaga, Kan., sorted to the top spot July 8 at “The Hereford Masters in Madison” with FBF HR Lightning 5F02. Montie Soules, Kansas …