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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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Minnesota Hereford Association Annual Go-Pher the Purple Sale

Hutchinson, MN

12/13/2025
Illinois Hereford Association Winter Classic Sale

Carthage, IL

12/13/2025
GKB Cattle & Barber Ranch The Female Event Vol. 3

Desdemona, Texas

12/13/2025
Grimmel Girls Show Cattle Sale (Online)

Jarrettsville, MD

12/16/2025
Three Hills 5th Annual Bull and Female Sale

Baldwin, IA

12/19/2025
Crittenden Land & Cattle Ltd. Complete Herd Dispersal

Imperial, SK

12/20/2025
Ad Deadline for February Baldy Advantage

12/26/2025
Arizona National Livestock Show

Phoenix, AZ

12/31/2025
Greater Midwest Certified Hereford Feeder Calf Sale

Carthage Livestock Inc. - Carthage, IL

01/03/2026
Still River Ranch Sale

Bonham, TX

01/11/2026

Hereford Headlines

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December 9, 2025

Hereford Wins NAILE Supreme Bull

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — SILO H18 Brandston 2404 ET was named the grand champion Hereford bull Nov. 19 and supreme champion at the 2025 North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, Ky. Three different …

December 9, 2025

Bald Faces in Broadbent Arena

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Ty Pezanoski, Peru, Ill., earned top honors in the national junior Hereford show in North American International Livestock Exposition’s (NAILE) Broadbent Arena Nov. 15. Zack Butler, Milton, Tenn., sorted the 118-head …

December 1, 2025

DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

November 4, 2025

NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

November 4, 2025

Team USA Tops the Global Young Breeders Competition

KANSAS CITY, MO. — Young cattle producers from around the world competed in the Young Breeders Competition, held Oct. 19-25 in conjunction with the World Hereford Conference (WHC), hosted in Kansas City, Mo., by the …

October 29, 2025

Champions Named in Historic Hereford Show

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hawes Cattle, Athens, Texas; Jeff Paulsen, Preston, Iowa; and Garrett Post, Shabbona, Ill., showed the grand champion bull and Landry Allan, Nocona, Texas, took home the grand champion female banner Oct. …

October 29, 2025

Allan Crowned Junior Hereford Show Champion

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Landry Allan, Nocona, Texas, won grand champion female Oct. 25, at the 2025 American Royal junior Hereford show in Kansas City, Mo. This year’s show was held in conjunction with the …

October 29, 2025

2025 NJHA Fed Steer Shootout Winners Recognized in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) Fed Steer Shootout teaches young people about the cattle feeding industry. HRC Feed Yards LLC, Scott City, Kan., hosts the annual event. This year the …