Burden Brothers

Burden Brothers is a Hereford breeder in West Plains, MO, serving the Ozark Highlands near Springfield. It has been raising Hereford cattle for several years and maintains active membership in the American Hereford Association, following recommended health-testing protocols for disease prevention and genetic soundness. Its cattle are rotated on open pastures overseen by a pasture management plan, allowing access to native grasses and shelter barns that support natural behaviors and consistent weight gain.

It prioritizes early socialization by introducing calves to family and farm crews from birth, fostering calm dispositions that ease handling and build trust with new owners. Burden Brothers often receives feedback on the balanced conformation and maternal traits of its cattle, reflecting a breeding approach rooted in practical farm heritage and community engagement. Its feeding programs emphasize seasonal adjustments with locally sourced hay, grain supplements that support rumen health, and mineral blends tailored to forage variations.