Backache Acres

Backache Acres, Hereford cattle breeders in Harrisville, WV, in Ritchie County and the Mid-Ohio Valley near Parkersburg. Backache Acres has more than a decade of experience breeding Herefords, maintains registration with the American Hereford Association and conducts annual genetic, coat color and structural evaluations on all breeding stock. Its cattle graze on rotating pastures seasonally to maintain forage quality and are raised in a low-stress environment with regular handling to promote gentle temperaments.

Calves are weaned gradually and supplemented naturally to support steady growth, and it occasionally develops registered bulls for performance trials. One local reviewer praised the herd’s sound structure and ease of management. Backache Acres also produces hay and preserves woodland corridors for wildlife habitat, reflecting a holistic approach. Its cattle consistently meet target weights and display docile dispositions suited to family farms and mid-sized operations. Seasonal herd health protocols include vaccination schedules and mineral supplementation.