Boone River Polled Herefords

Boone River Polled Herefords, Hereford cattle, Eagle Grove, IA, north-central Iowa near Fort Dodge. The farm follows American Hereford Association guidelines and emphasizes sound structure through routine evaluation and multigenerational selection. All breeding stock is fully registered and evaluated in national performance programs to track growth and maternal efficiency.

Cows and calves graze on rotationally managed pastures with shelters that offer shade and wind protection, and young animals receive daily handling to build familiarity. It supplements grazing with hay grown on site, and each animal undergoes regular vaccination and health checks under the care of a local veterinarian. Boone River Polled Herefords has emphasized maternal traits in its bulls and heifers, noting consistent milk production and calf vigor.

Reviews from regional livestock events acknowledge the herd’s uniformity and even temperament, reflecting the ranch’s attention to balanced traits. Fencing is designed to provide safe turnout, and the ranch makes use of riparian buffers to protect local waterways.