Mackey Creek Enterprises

Mackey Creek Enterprises, Hereford cattle, Old Fort, NC, McDowell County and the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, breeds Hereford cattle. It has over fifteen years of experience along with memberships in national and state Hereford associations and conducts routine health testing on its herd. Calves are raised on open pastures with daily socialization to ensure calm temperaments and easy handling. The operation follows rotational grazing practices on lush grass to maintain pasture health and minimize environmental impact.

Several of its cattle have earned regional awards for conformation and temperament at local fairs. Mackey Creek Enterprises maintains a small family style operation that emphasizes transparency and close communication with buyers. Every animal is inspected regularly by a veterinarian and fed a balanced diet free of unnecessary additives. The ranch’s rolling hills provide natural shelter and grazing variety that supports strong bone development.