These are some of the reasons why you should own a Miniature Hereford!

Investment Potential: There are only about 200 Australian  Miniature Herefords, leaving ample time to capitalize on the breeding phase of miniature cattle.

Less Overheads: Save on less expensive fencing, stockyards handling equipment and transport.Efficient Feed Converters: Early studies indicate that they have better feed conversion rates than larger cattle, adding up to more productivity.

Registered Pedigree: They may be registered with Hereford Societies including the Australian Hereford Society and the Australian Miniature Hereford Cattle Association
Easy to Handle: Since they are small and docile, they are generally easier to handle than larger cattle.  They are enjoyable to work with and are ideal for those who do not have prior cattle handling experience.

Fertile: Miniature Herefords are very fertile and have easy birthing.

Early Maturing: Maturity is reached earlier than in conventional Herefords so you market and breed earlier.

Known to Vets: There is no need for specialised veterinarians, they are all familiar with Herefords.

Quality Meat: The traditional high quality of Herefords in maintained while offering attractive small cuts for specialty restaurants and hotels.

High Bone Out: Studies have indicated a 20% higher yield of meat per live-weight than some bigger cattle, yet still fit into a good sized family chest freezer.

Popular: Herefords are the most popular cattle in Australia so it will be easy to sell yours in the future--the market is already there.

Genetic Consistency: Miniature Hereford have the ability to reproduce consistent and true to type, which is important if you are entering the breeding program--there is no fear of 'dwarfism'.

Embryo Program: Embryos surplus to your own requirements can be marketed by Paragon at a nominal commission.
Environmentally Friendly: Their light weight places less stress to wet pastures which means less feed loss and minimal environmental damage.

More Calves: You can produce double the number of calves on your land than with larger breeds, thereby increasing the number of animals to sell.

Rear end of 21 month old Miniature Hereford bull

A bulletin from A & M University in Texas states that the total nutritional intake of cattle is directly proportional to body weight.  If this is true, then two 350 kg Miniature will eat the same as, or possibly less than one 700 kg cow.  It is also recognised that smaller sized animals need comparatively less nutritional intake than larger animals and are therefore more efficient feed converters.
Miniature Hereford also cut higher percentage yields than bigger cattle.  "An animal slaughtered by Rust Largent tipped just under 800 lb (364 kg) at slaughter.  The rib-eye steak measured 12.44 sq. in. (80.25 cm) in cross section. This is 1.5 sq. in. per 100 lbs body weight, representing nearly 50% higher ratio than normal Herefords".