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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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Barber Ranch Annual Bull Sale

San Saba, TX

11/12/2025
Cherokee Sales Co. Hereford-influenced Calf Special

Cherokee Sales Co. - Cherokee, OK

11/12/2025
Tennessee Hereford Marketing Program Feeder Calf Sale

United Producers Columbia Livestock Center - Columbia, TN

11/12/2025
Hoffman Ranch Fall Bull Sale

Thedford, NE

11/13/2025
Chapman Land & Cattle Fall Freeze Frozen Genetic Sale (Online)

Nunnelly, TN

11/13/2025
Valentine Livestock Auction Special Spring Calf Sale featuring Hereford-influenced Section

Valentine Livestock Auction - Valentine, NE

11/13/2025
South Dakota Excellence Sale

Brookings, SD

11/15/2025
Middle Tennessee Hereford Association Fall Sale

Cross Plains, TN

11/15/2025
MCM Polled Herefords Steer & Heifer Sale (Online)

Ayr, NE

11/15/2025
MG/4M Farms Top Cut Bull & Female Sale

Woodville, MS

11/15/2025

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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 …

October 28, 2025

Hereford Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

KANSAS CITY. Mo. – Bill Breeding, Miami, Texas; Mark Frederickson, Spearfish, S.D.; and Art Olsen, Harrisburg, Neb., were inducted into the Hereford Hall of Fame Oct. 25 during the 2025 World Hereford Conference and American …

October 28, 2025

Hereford Hall of Merit Inductees Recognized

KANSAS CITY. Mo. – Randy and Kelly Owen, Fort Payne, Ala.; and Joe Rickabaugh, Topeka, Kan., were inducted into the Hereford Hall of Merit Oct. 25 during the 2025 World Hereford Conference and American Hereford …

October 28, 2025

Snedden New American Hereford Association President 

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Austin Snedden, Maricopa, Calif., officially took the helm of the American Hereford Association (AHA) Board of Directors Oct. 25 in Kansas City, Mo., during the 2025 World Hereford Conference and AHA …