Herd Management Tools

Frame Scoring

The following tables give current estimates of cattle height, along with adjustment equations for bulls and heifers. Values for steers are not available; however, bull height estimates may be used as approximations for steers.

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Latest News

Spring 2012 EPDs Online

The Spring 2012 Hereford expected progeny differences (EPDs) are now online. Click here to search the new data. Updated Trends, Trait Leaders and Distributions are also posted.

Educational Forum Video Available

Hereford enthusiasts can order a copy of the 2011 Educational Forum at HerefordPhotoShop.com. The forum featured presentations on genomics, EPDs and reproduction by Dorian Garrick, Matt Spangler and Bill Beal.

New AHA Leadership Announced

David Breiner, Alma, Kan., was announced as the new president of the American Hereford Association (AHA) during the Annual Membership Meeting in Kansas City, Mo., Oct. 29. Cliff Copeland, Nara Visa, N.M., was selected to serve as the 2012 AHA vice president.

Delegates elected three new Directors during the membership meeting. Fred Larson, Spring Valley, Wis.; David Trowbridge, Tabor, Iowa; and Eric Walker, Morrison, Tenn., will serve four-year terms on the 12-member Board.