Herefords: Why We Chose This Breed of Cattle

By Jessica HabermanOctober 5, 2022Driving by Storyteller Farm you will see our rolling pastures dotted with red cows that have sweet white faces and bellies. This is our herd of Hereford cattle, and while we think they are the cutest type of cow, we selected this breed for more than just their appearance. The following post describes the Hereford cattle characteristics we appreciate.Herefords grow well on grass.The breed originated in Herefordshire, England in the 1700s and was developed specifically for beef production. Herefords were bred to efficiently convert grass into body mass. They were imported to the US in the early 1800s and rose in popularity on the large cattle ranches of the west and southwest in the late 1800s because they are hardy and able to grow on forage. Herefords were able to produce beef despite the rugged conditions and long drives to rail stations.These thrifty characteristics are still present in today’s Herefords and make them an ideal choice for grass-fed/gr...