West/Shelby

West/Shelby Hereford cattle in Denham Springs, LA, are part of the Florida Parishes region near Baton Rouge. With over fifteen years of careful breeding and membership in the American Hereford Association, West/Shelby follows breed-specific health testing and maintains detailed lineage records. Calves graze on lush pastures and receive daily handling to encourage gentle temperaments and smooth transitions to new environments.

They balance growth rates and docile dispositions, offering bulls and heifers suited for both small-scale farms and expanding operations. Facilities include covered feeding stations, rotational grazing paddocks, and routine veterinary assessments to support ongoing herd vitality. A modest farm history informs a focus on responsible stewardship and balanced nutrition through all seasons. Several local customers note the cattle’s sturdy frame and consistent weight gain as hallmarks of the operation’s practical approach. Their careful attention to soil health and rotational grazing also helps preserve the local ecosystem for future generations.