One of the most recognizable breeds of cattle across the United States is the Hereford.
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One of the most recognizable breeds of cattle across the United States is the Hereford.
Arrival in U.S.:
1817
Current number of head in U.S.:
120,000 registered; unknown how many in commercial herds
Distinguishing markings:
bald (white) face; red body; sometimes white flanks and markings below the knees and hocks. In the case of non-polled Herefords, horns.
National office:
American Hereford Association
11500 NW Ambassador Drive, Suite 410
Kansas City, MO 64153
816-842-3757
www.hereford.org
State offices:
Nebraska Hereford Association
1519 F St., Fairbury, NE 68352
402-239-9712
www.NebraskaHerefords.com
Kansas Hereford Association
765 South 3000 Road
Herington, KS 67449
785-466-2266
www.KansasHereford.org
Iowa Hereford Association
13359 280th Street
Redfield, IA 50233
515-833-2991
www.IowaHereford.org
Interesting breed fact:
In 2013, a Hereford bull named C Miles McKee 2103 ET set the world record for a cattle sale, selling for $600,000.
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