Milk Dud Ranch

Milk Dud Ranch is a Hereford cattle breeder in Anderson, MO, in the Ozark Highlands near Joplin. With over a decade of careful breeding, it holds registration through the American Hereford Association and follows USDA-recommended health screening protocols. Calves graze outdoors on rolling native grasses, receive regular veterinary checks and socialization with older stock to foster balanced herd behavior.

The ranch maintains a pasture-based feeding plan that highlights local hay and grains, ensuring consistent growth and digestive health. Breeding selections emphasize structural soundness and calm temperament, reflecting a family tradition in sustainable livestock management. Milk Dud Ranch also traces bloodlines to regional champions and shares performance records with prospective buyers.

Animals are handled daily from birth, a practice that supports easy handling at weaning and promotes confidence in management routines. Local farmers note steady weight gains and reliable carcass quality, traits suited to both small homesteads and larger commercial operations.