This program is managed by the Canadian Hereford Association, where we recognize that purebred Hereford genetics have been used commercially in many environments because of their adaptability. Using purebred Hereford genetics in a crossbreeding program yields the best results as purebred Hereford cattle are truly that – purebred through and through.
The docility, do-ability, and adaptability of Hereford genetics will meet the demands of any environment. Stamped with a white face, buyers know these cattle were bred to perform and exceed expectations. Now, the Canadian Hereford Association will be providing identification and genetic services to producers who are in the market of creating Hereford-influenced breeding replacements for commercial cow herds and feeder cattle.
For animals to be recognized as Hereford Plus, they must meet one of the following criteria for eligibility:
SIRE | DAM | PROGENY |
|---|---|---|
Registered Purebred Hereford | PB Registered Other Beef* Breed | Hereford Plus** |
PB Registered Other Beef* Breed | Registered Purebred Hereford | Hereford Plus** |
Registered Purebred Hereford | Hereford Plus** | Hereford Plus** |
Hereford Plus** | Hereford Plus** | Hereford Plus** |
* Breeds considered to be dairy type will not be an eligible parent of Certified Hereford Plus progeny.
** Hereford Plus is NOT a “breed up” appendix of the Canadian Hereford Registry. Hereford Plus animals will remain within the category of Hereford Plus. There is no method by which to breed these animals up to Purebred Hereford Status. The Canadian Hereford Constitution outlines the rules of eligibility to the Purebred Herd book. Hereford Plus cattle do not meet these requirements, and therefore, will not be admitted into the Canadian Hereford Herd book.
All Hereford Plus participants will be required to take part in the Total Herd Enrolment (THE) program.
At any time, the Canadian Hereford Association may request a spot check on Hereford Plus animals.
Fees for Hereford Plus registry activities are the same as for the purebred Hereford registry.
Participants in the program will need to pay an annual participation fee. This participation fee is not a membership in the Canadian Hereford Association. Hereford Plus participants will not have voting rights at provincial or national Annual meetings as they are not members of the Association as per the Canadian Hereford Association’s definition of membership in the CHA Constitution.
Initially, you’ll need to fill out the program participant application that is included in this package. See the Fee Schedule for participant fees.
In order to start to record your Hereford Plus calves and record their performance data into the system you’ll need to set up a cow-herd inventory and be assigned personal online access to your accounts.
Please email Val at the CHA a list or excel file with the following information:
Registered Hereford & Other Breed Cows: