Umberger Polled Herefords

Umberger Polled Herefords breeds polled Hereford cattle in Rozel, KS, Pawnee County and south central Kansas near Wichita. It adheres to American Hereford Association guidelines, maintains detailed production records, and conducts routine health screenings, fertility checks, and parasite management to ensure herd vitality. Calves are raised on open pasture with weather-protected shelters and earmarked for individual monitoring, receiving daily handling and early weaning protocols to encourage calm, social temperaments.

Its cattle benefit from an extensive rotational grazing system that promotes seasonal nutrient cycling, soil health, and animal well-being through cover-crop integration. Animals graze year-round on fescue-rich, native mixed-grass pastures, with free-choice access to a tailored mineral program supporting growth and reproductive health. Individual animals undergo thorough pre-sale veterinary evaluations, including fertility and structural assessments. Many local ranchers praise the herd’s consistent calving ease, maternal performance, and docile nature across varied climates.