Certified Hereford Beef®:
Ranch-to-Table Beef that’s Better for the Environment
Because of foresight and breeder commitment to progress, the Hereford breed stands at the forefront of sustainable meat production.
Sustainable Beef Farming Practices Backed by Research
For generations, the Hereford industry has invested in research to better understand and reduce the environmental impact of raising cattle—spending tens of thousands of dollars on measurement tools, performance tracking, and genetic improvements.
Certified Hereford Beef® ranchers have used this data with purpose, making meaningful strides in areas like feed efficiency, land stewardship, water conservation, and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Their intentional breeding and management practices reflect a commitment not just to quality beef, but to a more sustainable future.
Better Beef. Better Planet.
Extensive research shows that Hereford cattle eat substantially less feed than the vast majority of other breeds. In fact, each Hereford eats two pounds less feed per day. When compared to 70 percent of the premium beef in the market, this saves more than 1.7 billion gallons of water a year and significantly reduces the carbon footprint.
Simply put, Certified Hereford Beef not only delivers a natural, richer beefy flavor consumers love, but it is also better beef for a better planet.
What Does Saving 1.7 Billion Gallons of Water Look Like?
- 🏊♂️ Equivalent to 2,570 Olympic-sized swimming pools
- 🏡 Supplies water to over 15,500 households for a year
- 🌱 Preserves local ecosystems and groundwater levels
- 💧 Reduces energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
- 💵 Represents significant cost savings for individuals and municipalities
When You Buy Certified Hereford Beef, You’re Conserving Precious Natural Resources, From Ranch to Table
When you purchase Certified Hereford Beef®, not only can you feel confident that you’re helping the environment, but you’re also providing another point of differentiation for your customers. Today’s shoppers and diners are choosing brands that align with their values. Certified Hereford Beef® delivers more than premium taste—it reflects a commitment to responsible ranching, environmental stewardship, and traceable integrity. By offering naturally flavorful beef backed by decades of data-driven progress, you’re not just meeting demand—you’re building trust, elevating your brand, and future-proofing your menu or meat case.
For the farmers and families who raise this beef, it means the continuation of their family legacy through more sustainable beef farming practices. For the environment, it means reduced impact and the conservation of valuable resources.
Contact the Certified Hereford Beef team today or find a distributor who serves your area.