Et Herefords

Et Herefords raises Hereford cattle in Leeton, MO, Johnson County and central Missouri near Columbia. Et Herefords has long-standing ties to the American Hereford Association, maintains herd book registrations, and follows recommended genetic health screening protocols for calving ease and fertility. Their breeding program emphasizes sturdy structure, maternal traits, and robust health, qualities valued by both small homesteads and commercial operations.

The herd grazes on rotational pastures seeded with diverse forage blends, and calves are handled daily to foster calm temperaments and early imprinting. Family members personally care for each animal from birth through weaning, ensuring balanced nutrition plans, mineral supplementation, and regular veterinary oversight. Many of their cattle have been recognized at regional fairs and county exhibitions for uniformity, sound conformation, and docile behavior, reflecting the farm’s steady commitment to sustainable practices. Educational partnerships with local agriculture programs and nearby community college support livestock record-keeping, pasture rotation studies, and sustainable grazing research. Recent calf crops have shown consistent growth rates, above-average weaning weights near regional benchmarks, and minimal health interventions, underscoring attentive management.