B&J Cattle Co.

B&J Cattle Co., Hereford cattle, Hamilton, TX, operates in Hamilton County and central Texas near Waco. The family-run farm has raised Hereford cattle for more than a decade and works with the American Hereford Association for herd improvement and routine health screening.

Registered cows calve each spring in covered pens equipped with soft bedding, and newborn calves are ear-tagged and weighed to monitor early development. Cattle graze open pastures under a rotational system that promotes natural foraging, supported by a mineral supplement program balanced for local forage.

Owner Doug Perks draws on three generations of ranching knowledge when selecting breeding pairs, recording lineage details to maintain genetic consistency. The property features shaded loafing pens, creek-fed water troughs, and a covered feeding area that offers shelter during extreme weather. Perks also mentors youth through nearby 4-H programs, sharing hands-on experience in cattle care and responsible stewardship.