Nelson Polled Herefords

Nelson Polled Herefords, Hereford cattle, Tracy, MN, southwestern Minnesota near Sioux Falls. Nelson Polled Herefords has a multi-generation heritage of breeding polled Hereford cattle registered with the American Hereford Association and follows USDA quality assurance protocols along with genetic and structural health testing.

The herd grazes on open pastures under rotational grazing, and calves receive daily handling and gentle acclimation before weaning to promote calm temperaments. Owners participate in county fair competitions and community agriculture events, highlighting the breed’s consistent conformation and maternal traits. Following AHA guidelines, all animals are evaluated for eye, hoof, and reproductive health, and breeding stock comes with traceable lineage documents.

This approach supports regional ranchers and small farms looking for robust, easy-care cattle adapted to local pasture conditions. By blending traditional farm practices with modern registry standards, Nelson Polled Herefords sustains a reliable source of Hereford genetics in the region.