This year’s Valley Vista Hereford draft presents a well-balanced and carefully developed offering, with bulls selected for consistency, functionality and commercial relevance.
A key strength of the lineup is its uniformity for low birth weights combined with good growth, making these bulls well suited to a wide range of production systems where calving ease and performance are priorities.
All bulls have been thoroughly prepared and are vaccinated for Vibrio, Pestivirus and Ultravac 5-in-1, providing buyers with confidence around herd health and biosecurity.
In addition, the entire draft is free of known genetic conditions and sire verified, reinforcing the transparency and reliability underpinning the breeding program.
The catalogue includes a mix of autumn and spring-born bulls, offering flexibility for producers to select animals that best align with their joining and management programs. This seasonal diversity reflects a practical approach to breeding and ensures options for a variety of herd requirements.
A major strength of the program continues to be the female base, which remains central to breeding decisions. The herd is built on maternal, well-structured and sound heifers, displaying strong muscle expression and carrying a soft, quality hide.
These females represent the type consistently targeted within the program and form the foundation for producing reliable, easy-doing cattle.
Several new sires have been introduced to further strengthen the program. Koanui Zeus U057 (IMP NZL) (PP) has been selected for his power, thickness and soundness, while Wild Bear Stranger S007 (AI) (H) contributes muscle, fat cover and strong carcase merit. Mountain Valley Underdog U122 (PP) has also been added, chosen for his ability to deliver the functional, well-structured progeny synonymous with Mountain Valley genetics.
The continued use of Injemira Fortune M152 Q034 (AI) (PP) adds further confidence, with his proven record for low birth weight, solid growth and sound carcase traits underpinning the next generation of calves.
Overall, the program continues to evolve while remaining firmly grounded in producing cattle that are practical, efficient and commercially relevant. The sale will be held on Friday, 6 March 2026, offering buyers the opportunity to secure genetics designed to perform in real-world conditions.
