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    Which bull to use?

    I also have a small registered herd of Polled Herefords. I have AI'ed to several different bulls over the years, including Boyd Masterpiece, Durango 4037, R294, Revolution 4R, DR World Class, Lambeau, Times A'Wastin, About Time, Trust 100W and Trust 167Y. I try to keep good phenotype with solid...
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    Heifter Bull

    What about the Final Answer clone bull? Genex.
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    Opinions needed?? Getting my feet wet.

    I have had all kinds of cattle and I would have to say that for beginners, you may consider Hereford cows. Herefords are gentle and easy to work with. They are seldom the kind that want to fight when worked and most will respect you and your fences. You can then put your Black, eared bull on...
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    Hereford bull RST Times A'Wastin 0124

    Is there semen out there on him now? Accelerated Genetics has been promoting him for a while now, but can't seem to get semen according to my representative... I see the Genesource says they have some, but it is $50 a straw...$20 more a straw than Acc had it for.....
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    What kind of herd do you run, and why?

    I have a small herd of Purebred (Reg) Polled Herefords. I have always had commercial Herefords but got into the papers when the kids started showing in 4H. Here the Herefords just work good for us. I work a 40 hour week, and my cows give me very few problems. They calve easy, take care of their...
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    Best Hereford Bull

    My Durangos cows are 5.6 to 6.0 frame cows. They are docile and milk well. They have a bit larger teat size than ideal. I've never assisted one calving...
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    Best Hereford Bull

    Here is a young bull that I am keeping an eye on and probably going to try out. Out of a good dam and a breed leading epd type of sire...but totally unproven so far... http://www.thegenesource.com/storefront ... 42-et.html Personally I've had good luck with THM Durango 4037 cattle. Very good...
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    Hereford Tour

    You should stop by Tegtmeier Herefords in Burchard Ne, while you are up that way. Russ is one of the best.
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    Missouri Opportunity sale

    My boy and I are ging to try to make it this year. Probably more to look than to buy.....
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