Laurelmar Farms

Laurelmar Farms, Hereford cattle, Marlinton, WV in Pocahontas County and the Potomac Highlands near Elkins. Laurelmar Farms has been raising Hereford bloodlines for over two decades and holds membership in the American Hereford Association. Its herd health program includes regular veterinary checks, fertility assessments and Johne’s disease testing to ensure robust, consistent calves. Calves are raised on open pastures with sheltered loafing sheds and gentle daily handling to support early socialization and steady growth.

The farm’s focus on sustainable grazing and rotational paddocks helps maintain soil quality and forage diversity. Visitors often note the calm disposition of the cattle and the farm’s welcoming approach to answering questions about breeding goals. With a history of producing quiet, structurally sound Hereford cattle, Laurelmar Farms blends traditional small-farm values with attention to modern herd health practices. Several sire and dam lines carry proven EPD records and maternal strength, meeting industry benchmarks for weight gain and calving ease.