Rafter D Ranch Hereford Show Cattle

Rafter D Ranch Hereford Show Cattle is a Hereford cattle breeder in Early, TX in the Texas Hill Country near San Antonio. The ranch has built its program over years of careful selection, enrolling stock in recognized registry programs and maintaining comprehensive health screenings.

Herd management combines rotational grazing on mixed grass pastures with attentive calving supervision to ensure animal well-being and sound development. Calves remain with their mothers in family groups to promote natural social behavior and are handled regularly to foster calm temperaments. Several bloodlines on the ranch have placed at regional livestock shows, reflecting consistent attention to structural soundness and coat quality.

Sustainable grazing practices and pasture improvements support local ecosystems, while the ranch’s hands-on approach emphasizes respect for both animals and the land. Local veterinarians note the herd’s consistent health records and the ranch’s low-stress handling methods. Future breeding plans include integrating data-driven selection tools to further enhance growth rates and maternal traits.