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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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Hemphill County Beef Cattle Conference (April 29-30)

Canadian, TX

04/29/2025
South Carolina Hereford Association Annual Meeting

Clemson, S.C.

05/02/2025
South Carolina Hereford Association Sale

Clemson, SC

05/03/2025
Tennessee River Music Sale

Ft. Payne, AL

05/03/2025
Maryland Hereford Association Preview Show (May 3-4)

Gaithersburg, MD

05/03/2025
Innisfail Farm Sale

Madison, GA

05/04/2025
Traditions Hereford-influenced Feeder Calf Sale

Blue Grass Stockyards South - Stanford, KY

05/08/2025
Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Association Sale

Old Washington, OH

05/09/2025
Northwest Regional Hereford Show (May 9-11)

Madras, OR

05/09/2025
Mead Farms Female & Bull Production Sale

Versailles, MO

05/10/2025

Hereford Headlines

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April 24, 2025

Hereford Boldly Builds Leaders

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) members built foundational leadership skills and industry connections during the Building On Leadership Development (BOLD) conference in Desdemona, Texas, April 3-6. In a quest to build …

March 31, 2025

APRIL HIGHLIGHTS

February 28, 2025

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS

February 18, 2025

Hereford Champions Crowned in Cowtown

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Herefords stepped into the showring in Cowtown for the historic Fort Worth Stock Show Feb. 3. Blake Nelson, Dearborn, Mo., evaluated the 120-head female show and 46-head bull show to name …

January 31, 2025

FEBRUARY HIGHLIGHTS

January 29, 2025

Johnson Joins AHA as Commercial Marketing Representative

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Trevor Johnson, Centerville, S.D., joined the AHA as a commercial marketing representative on Jan. 2. Johnson is a lifelong Hereford enthusiast and a southeast South Dakota native. He has a bachelor’s degree …

January 28, 2025

Harvie Ranching, Colyer Herefords and Pérez Cattle Co. Top Hereford Yards Shows

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Harvie Ranching, Olds, Alberta, topped the Hereford carload bull show on Friday, Jan. 17, in the Stow L. Witwer Memorial Show Arena during the 2025 National Western Stock Show (NWSS). Colyer Herefords, …

January 28, 2025

Final Hereford Champions Selected on the Hill

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Hereford cattle took one last lap through the National Western Stock Show’s (NWSS) Stadium Arena Saturday, Jan. 18. Judges Tom and Tammy Boatman, Rockford, Ill., evaluated the 89-head female show and 50-head bull …