By Libby Rushton, NJHA Director It’s happened to most of us. There you are cruising down the road on a sunny day when you hear it…thud. While slowing down, you stare into the rearview to try to get a look at whatever that bump in the road was because it definitely sounded like it was […]

The grills were hot and competition was fierce during the Steak Cookoff Association (SCA) “Hawgin on Lanier” competition in Cummings, Ga., on July 31. Certified Hereford Beef® along with its partner National Beef Packing sponsored the event. SCA is an organization that holds steak cooking competitions all over the U.S. and in countries across the […]

By Ralston Ripp, NJHA Director Mark Twain once said, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” For me, April 25 is the first most significant day of my 20 years of life as it signifies my beginning to it all. I […]

“Quality and service at its finest” is the motto Main Street Quality Meats has stood by for nearly 25 years. Rooted in Salt Lake City, Main Street Quality Meats is the product of two family owned and operated businesses — Main Street Poultry and Quality Meats — that have provided fresh, high-quality meat since the […]

It’s easy to cut the carbs and get an extra serving of vegetables with this dish! Spaghetti squash is a great substitute for pasta. With this great taste, will you even miss the extra carbs? Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner) 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 can […]

The American Hereford Association (AHA) is pleased to announce Neogen® has developed a commercial test for Mandibulofacial Dysostosis (MD) and is ready to test all animals recorded in the AHA database. Members must contact AHA Customer Service either by phone or email to request an official MD test. Consequently, you cannot request an MD test […]

Matt Sherman, general manager of Kern Meat Co., has three degrees: an MA, a Ph.D. and an M.B.D. (married the boss’ daughter). After Sherman received his Ph.D. in American history and entering the job market at a time that was not quite conducive for this field, Sherman’s father-in-law asked if he had an interest in […]

It’s that time of year to start thinking about filling the shoes of the three retiring board members for the National Hereford Women (NHW). Serving the Hereford breed as a member of the NHW is an opportunity to work with the breed’s inspiring youth and fellow Hereford breeders, and to make lasting contributions. Each year, […]

American Hereford Association Genetic Evaluation Updates November 30, 2017 The American Hereford Association (AHA) has and will continue to offer the most robust and progressive genetic evaluation that will help identify Hereford genetics that are the most profitable for the commercial Industry. Over the last two years, the AHA Board of Directors and staff have […]

Combine the sweetness of watermelon with a savory, grilled steak to send this salad to the top of your lunch rotation! Ingredients: 1 pound Certified Hereford Beef top sirloin steak steak 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons reduced-fat or regular balsamic vinaigrette, divided 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided 1 cup […]