Don Harris Farms

Don Harris Farms, Hereford cattle, Gillsville, GA, Northeast Georgia near Gainesville. With roots in family agriculture dating back several decades, it stays current with best practices for herd health, including regular veterinary checkups, genetic screening, biosecurity measures, and participation in breed registry programs overseen by national associations.

Each calf is raised on open pastures and receives early handling to support gentle temperaments. The farm manages rotational grazing on warm-season grasses and provides shelter in barn facilities with clean bedding and constant access to freshwater. The pasture mix includes clover and native grasses to support optimal nutrition. Youngstock remain with their dams for six to eight months, ensuring steady growth and social development. Generations of selection have prioritized sound feet and structural correctness, traits often remarked upon by neighboring producers. Visitors note the calm nature of the herd and the farm’s tidy appearance throughout rolling fields.