Rutledge Cattle Company - Hereford Division

Rutledge Cattle Company - Hereford Division raises Hereford cattle in Pontotoc, MS, serving Pontotoc County and the northeast Mississippi region near Tupelo. The farm adheres to national herdbook standards and maintains regular health screenings for bovine viral diarrhea and Johne disease. Herds graze on rotational pastures with access to shelter and clean water, and calves are socialized daily to encourage calm temperaments. Feeding follows seasonal planning, with natural forage supplemented in colder months by hay and mineral blends to support growth and reproductive health.

Operated as a generational family enterprise, the cattle division reflects decades of commitment to balanced structure and maternal traits. Selections are guided by performance records and foot and leg soundness, yielding animals noted for easy handling and adaptability. Visitors to the farm comment on the herd’s uniform conformation and steady dispositions across age groups. Each breeding season follows rotational mating plans that emphasize genetic diversity and longevity across the herd.