Hp Polled Herefords

Hp Polled Herefords raises Hereford cattle in Rupert, VT, Bennington County and the Green Mountains near Rutland. Their operation follows American Hereford Association guidelines, performs routine health screenings and shares EPD data on traits like calving ease and post-weaning gains.

Their cattle graze on rotational pastures bordered by maple woods, and daily low-stress handling helps develop calm temperaments from birth. Spanning multiple generations, their breeding program emphasizes structural soundness and maternal traits, with several head placing at regional fairs. They practice responsible land stewardship, integrating cover crops and stream-side buffers to support water quality. Winter feeding relies on hay grown on-site and mineral supplements tailored to each life stage.

Owners engage with local youth agricultural programs and host occasional open barns to discuss cattle welfare and pasture management. Visitors often note the quiet demeanor of the herd and the care evident in each animal’s daily routine.