Inbreeding is basically the mating of animals that are related. Within the pedigree of the mated sire and dam, one or more animals will be in common; resulting in progeny with a certain level of inbreeding. The level of inbreeding will depend on the relationship between the two mated animals. The closer the relationship, the … Continue reading Inbreeding – Be Alert but not Alarmed!
Showing Beef Cattle
Showmanship is more than entering the show arena during the fair or livestock show! It includes all the hard work that exhibitors put into their project from the day they purchase their animal. Showmanship is defined as the ability to present your animal to the best of it’s genetic ability. Many factors enter into the … Continue reading Showing Beef Cattle
2012 Miniature Herefords Virtual Cattle Show
Welcome to the second Virtual Cattle Show for Miniature Herefords. Although entries were slow to start coming in there are many more than last year which is encouraging. One person had to pull out reluctantly when her computer refused to co-operate with recording photos. However, when that is remedied she is going to start photographing … Continue reading 2012 Miniature Herefords Virtual Cattle Show
Smaller cattle fit farmer’s operation, easier on pastures
KELLEY - Jason Mishler has been raising miniature Herefords since 2004 in southwestern Story County and found them to be the perfect fit for his small farm. There are many benefits of raising smaller breeds of cattle, such as the Miniature Hereford, including less feed and pasture and they are easier to handle and care … Continue reading Smaller cattle fit farmer’s operation, easier on pastures
Halter breaking cattle
At Chandler Herefords, they halter break all of the bulls for sale each year and all of the breeding replacement heifers going back into the herd. The procedure is as follows: Separate cows from calves Pen all calves tight enough such that they can't run while each calf receives a halter Calves with halters to … Continue reading Halter breaking cattle
Virtual Cattle Show for Miniature Herefords 2012
The Australian Miniature Hereford Breeders Network Inc., held a Virtual Cattle Show for Miniature Herefords via the internet in June, 2011. The results for that show can be seen here . Because the show was a great success AMHBN has decided to hold another one this year. Details of the Virtual Cattle Show for Miniature … Continue reading Virtual Cattle Show for Miniature Herefords 2012
Australian Miniature Hereford Breeders Network 