We began using Line 1 genetics in the early 1970's. We then purchased our first Canadian Herd Sire in 1988 with the goal of adding more thickness and muscle to our herd. Since that time we've bought Line 1 and Canadian Herd Sires, paying close attention to the "un-measurable traits" as we crossed these bloodlines and got the best from both. 

Many important factors contribute to making a cowherd as productive and uniform as possible. You can select and select for numbers, EPD-wise, and for level of performance. But still, the unmeasurable traits need focus:

• Eye and bag pigment
• Disposition
• Correct udders and short teats
• Fleshing ability

All of these traits contribute to the Complete Super Cow. In our sale catalog we've marked our Ridder Super Cows in the pedigrees to assist our customers with their selections.

Our requirements for a Super Cow designation are:

• Calving Ease. No help ever in their lifetime.
• Perfect, problem-free udders.
• Red eyes and red bag pigment.
• Fleshing ability.
• Early calving.
• Dam of Distinction (DOD per Am. Hereford Assn). Most of our purchased and raised Herd Sires are from DODs, also.

Our cow herd is the factory. So is yours. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the best Bulls and Females possible, any breed, any where.