Windhorst Polled Herefords

Windhorst Polled Herefords raise Herefords in Syracuse, NE, in Otoe County and the Nebraska plains near Lincoln, breeding healthy stock. They participate in national breed associations and routinely conduct health screenings such as genetic tests and breeding soundness evaluations.

Their cattle graze on rotational pastures with open shelters, and calves receive early handling to encourage calm temperaments. Cattle are supplemented with high-quality forages during winter months, and calving is monitored around the clock. The operation typically manages around fifty registered brood cows, maintaining manageable herd numbers that allow individual attention.

The farm embraces traditional practices alongside animal welfare guidelines, resulting in cattle well-suited for both commercial herds and small-scale operations. Windhorst Polled Herefords maintains detailed records for each animal, ensuring traceability and consistent performance. Some of their cattle have competed successfully at county fairs, demonstrating solid conformation and docile nature.