Redbird Ranch

04/14/2026

We are so very grateful for the 2" the gauge at Nopal showed on Sunday morning, plus another 8/10" Monday morning . . . add in the 1" we had on Thursday - WOW!!! Blessings from Heaven. Priceless!!!

03/29/2026

Bulls this good are no accident! We are constantly optimizing our genetics.
If you’re in the market for a premium Hereford bull, give Harlen a call at 361-649-1717.

These aren’t your grandpa’s Herefords!

03/19/2026

🙏🙏🙏 Pray for rain!!!

03/19/2026

#3045 looks exceptional from the backside too! Check that stance. These aren't your grandpa's Herefords!
If you're looking for bulls, we have them for sale!
Just give Harlen a call at 361-649-1717

03/17/2026

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03/17/2026

Nebraska needs our prayers. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I cannot imagine the many feelings the Morrill Fire has created. To lose homes, buildings, barns, livestock, and God forbid, people -- just the worst!
Texas is in a horrible drought but Nebraska's fires are so much worse.
Please pray!

03/16/2026

Sign your kids up! 🎣

03/14/2026

Prayers needed for Nebraska! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

We’re onto Day 3. The firefighters have to be beyond exhausted. They are working 24/7 to save as many homes and livestock as possible.
This fire has burned over 500,000 acres.
These are 100% deeded acres. A hard working ranch family’s livelihood depends on every acre, and the grass, hay and cattle that run on these acres. It’s what they do and love, and they are fighting tooth and nail to save what they can and also help their neighbors.
Today and tomorrow will be rough the winds are supposed to blow 30-50 mph. And switch directions.
Pray for the winds to settle. Pray for moisture. Pray for safety for all.
What we are thankful for: the firefighters. The planes. The National guard. The friends and neighbors that show up to help. For all your prayers.
We are ok, and have not sustained any damage to cattle or structures. What we’ve lost is minimal compared to our neighbors. We worry about the direction this fire is headed and what ranch family will get burned out next.
Van Newkirk Herefords Oshkosh NE.
Photo credit. Teri Moss

03/13/2026

#3045 is looking exceptional, despite being dressed in his working clothes! His women LOVE him, and we LOVE his calves!

03/12/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to Mr Ryle Merks for 3rd place, Class II, Bred, Commercial Heifers at the 2026 Cuero Livestock Show!
Ryle showed a pair of gorgeous, full-figured, blonde beauties! Always the ladies man, he doted on his heifers and made certain they were well fed and in tip-top shape -- and it showed! They certainly stood out!
Great job, Ryle! We are very proud of you!!!
Thank you for choosing Redbird Ranch cattle!

12/13/2025

His name is Lucky because if Dr Merks hadn't spent over 2 hours delivering him, he wouldn't be here.
His mama . . . well, she's just mad!