Hawes Cattle

Hawes Cattle, Hereford cattle, Athens, TX, serves the East Texas region near Tyler. The operation draws on more than a decade of breeding experience, maintains membership with the American Hereford Association, and follows health testing protocols recommended by leading breeders, including annual brucellosis and Johne’s screening.

Calves are raised with access to open pasture and sheltered barns, allowing gradual adaptation to changing weather patterns and a natural forage-based diet without growth-promoting additives. Each herd receives routine veterinary checks and early socialization to support calm handling and steady growth. Performance records guide selection for efficiency and maternal strength, ensuring breeding stock meets balanced conformation and longevity goals.

Customers note a consistent temperament and sturdy frame across generations, reflecting the farm’s steady investment in animal welfare. The farm’s hands-on approach combines traditional ranching values with ongoing attention to pasture management and herd health.