T 8 Farm

T 8 Farm, Hereford cattle, Smithville, TX, is located in Bastrop County and the Greater Austin area near Austin.

With over a decade of experience, the farm maintains detailed herd records through recognized cattle associations and routinely arranges veterinary health screenings to ensure strong genetics. The farm holds membership in the American Hereford Association and adheres to its guidelines for herd improvement. Calves spend their first weeks under gentle daily handling and graze on mixed native grasses supplemented by locally milled feed. Their breeding philosophy emphasizes natural behaviors, with cattle rotated through open pastures and shaded paddocks for balanced growth.

The herd’s calm temperament reflects their structured socialization and low-stress handling during weaning. Seasonal breeding cycles follow soil-conservation grazing plans, contributing to pasture health and steady weight gains. Visitors often comment on the farm’s welcoming, down-to-earth atmosphere and knowledgeable approach to family-scale cattle raising.