Daniel Fawcett

Daniel Fawcett is a Hereford cattle breeder in Ree Heights, SD, serving Hand County and the South Dakota prairie near Huron. He has been raising Hereford cattle for over a decade and adheres to breed association guidelines for health screening, including genetic evaluation for known hereditary conditions. He maintains detailed records on breeding performance and progeny growth rates to guide selection decisions.

Cattle are managed using rotational grazing across native grass pastures, where daily observations and routine veterinary visits help monitor health and behavior. Emphasis on low-stress handling and early socialization supports calm temperaments and reliable adapting to new environments.

The breeding program focuses on structural soundness, maternal efficiency and balanced muscling, aiming for cattle that perform well on both forage and feedlot systems. Calves consistently show steady weight gain and uniform conformation, traits appreciated by both commercial producers and small-scale operations. Daniel also takes part in county fairs and educational workshops to share practices that support sustainable beef production.