Hereford Cattle

General Facts:

Hereford cattle have an incredibly large sized population with about five-million living members. They are easily identified by their rusty red color with a few white regions. Herefords come in horned and polled variants. Due to their docile natural and large size they have become a favorite on farms and at fairs. Overall Hereford cattle are an incredible breed and anyone who would like to get into cattle should start off with them.

Weight:

Bulls weight about 1,800 pounds and cows weigh about 1,200 pounds.

Common Uses:

Hereford cattle are often used in meat production.

Temperament:

Hereford cattle are among the most docile of the cattle breeds.

Origin:

Hereford cattle originate from in Herefordshire England