Blackjack Herefords

Blackjack Herefords, Hereford cattle in Fredonia, KS, serve Southeast Kansas and the Joplin area. They participate in the American Hereford Association and conduct routine health screenings to ensure healthy genetics. Their cattle graze on open pastures with access to shelters and receive early handling for calm temperaments.

A family-run operation, they welcome farm visits to share their day-to-day breeding practices and commitment to stock improvement. Genetic selection prioritizes calving ease and growth rates to meet commercial herd goals while maintaining docile dispositions. Calves receive vaccination protocols, nutritional trace mineral supplementation, and deworming treatments under veterinary guidance to support robust development.

Pastures are rotated seasonally across wooded and open acres to preserve forage quality and minimize parasite pressure, reflecting a sustainable ranching approach. Blackjack Herefords produces well-balanced cattle known for long-term structural soundness and consistent maternal traits ideal for diverse grazing.