Breeding

Gardner Cattle’s breeding program is a model of modern cattle breeding, integrating cutting-edge reproductive technologies, genomic tools, and performance tracking to produce superior Black Hereford and Hereford cattle. Their approach offers several benefits:

• Herd Improvement: The combination of AI, ET, DNA testing, and GE-EPDs accelerates genetic progress, producing cattle with improved growth, efficiency, and carcass quality.
• Market Appeal: Their emphasis on data-driven breeding appeals to progressive cattle producers who value predictability and performance. Genomic-enhanced EPDs and performance records provide buyers with confidence in the genetic value of Gardner’s cattle.
• Sustainability: By selecting for traits like feed efficiency and adaptability, Gardner Cattle contributes to more sustainable beef production, reducing resource inputs while maintaining productivity.
• Breed Advancement: Their commitment to Black Hereford and Hereford genetics helps strengthen these breeds, particularly Black Herefords, which are known for their hybrid vigor and marketability in crossbreeding programs.

Gardner Cattle’s commitment to enhancing their Black Hereford and Hereford herds through AI, ET, DNA testing, GE-EPDs, and performance recording positions them as a leader in progressive cattle breeding. Their data-driven approach ensures that each generation of cattle is genetically superior, offering tangible benefits to both their operation and their customers. By combining technology with a focus on elite genetics, Gardner Cattle is not only advancing their herd but also contributing to the broader improvement of these breeds, meeting the demands of modern beef production with precision and foresight.