Over 250 years of breeding has made the famous red-coated, white-face Hereford the worlds most recognised beef breed. Capable of adapting to all type of production systems and environmental conditions, the breed can be found from the highlands of Scotland to the prairies of Canada.

The breeds many attributes include ease of calving, docile natures, and superior calf survival: however, it is not just these qualities that have seen the Hereford rise in popularity – both as a suckler cow and dairy sire. A cow suitable for a low-cost system and capable of thriving on a forage-based diet, a Hereford is the forerunner in helping combat the environment and financial challenges confronting farmers. Hereford cattle are the perfect partner in helping farmers to achieve optimal beef production whilst not compromising on soil health.

Revered by top chefs and home cooks, Hereford beef boast unrivalled flavour and tenderness. With the growing demand for marbling, the Hereford is in prime position to offer this to the market.

To discover more about Hereford beef visit: www.herefordbeef.org.uk

Breeding traits and ancestry are recorded in Breedplan, the internationally recognised livestock performance recording system programme and can be viewed on the society’s website.

Article supplied by Hereford Cattle Society.  The British Cattle Breeders Club would like to thank the Hereford Cattle Society for their support of the 2024 BCBC Conference 'Green Genes - Revolutionising cattle breeding for a sustainable future'