Emilie Herbst

Emilie Herbst, Shorthorn cattle, Boerne, TX, in Bexar County and the Texas Hill Country near San Antonio. She is a dedicated small-scale breeder with over a decade of experience raising registered Shorthorn. As a member of the American Shorthorn Association, she adheres to recommended health testing protocols and promotes genetic diversity in her herds. Her calving program tracks each cow’s lineage with detailed records and emphasizes temperament along with performance traits.

Her cattle graze on open pastures with rotational grazing methods and receive early handling to support calm temperaments. Herbst’s modest farmstead combines traditional practices with modern welfare standards, offering cows ample shelter and access to forage. Several of her cattle have earned regional recognition for their balanced conformation and docile nature. A long-standing local veterinarian partnership and positive feedback from neighboring farms underscore her consistent focus on animal well-being.