The Herefords can adapt to a wide range of climatic conditions and the breed is known for its high-quality red meat and its easy temperament. The greatest early interest for the breed was in 1876 when it was exhibited at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia.
The Herefords were key in the expansion to the West since they provided beef quicker to meet the demand, and the cattle survived the tough ranching conditions, thus booming the demand for Herefords.
