Two Popular Cattle Breeds in the United States

 

Paul Kerley is a Salem, Oregon-based executive who guides Commercial Property Resources, Inc. Through the Salem, Oregon company, he oversees approximately 1800 residential units, among other properties. Concurrently, Paul Kerley serves as the owner of Steak On The Hoof and has expanded the company by acquiring a large cattle hay ranch on SW Houston Lake Road.

According to Agdaily.com, there are over 70 cattle breeds in the United States. Due to their outstanding vigor and genetic prospects, only a fraction of these breeds is utilized for animal husbandry. Regarding beef production, some breeds stand out from the rest in converting pasture into quality lean muscle mass. According to the U.S. Cattlemen's Beef Board, Black Angus and Hereford are two popular beef cattle breeds in the country.

The Black Angus is distinguished from most other breeds by its uniformly black coat color. Over 330,000 black Angus are registered for beef production in the country. Black Angus beef is well-marbled and has a unique flavor. Angus cows are also good mothers, with remarkable feed conversion efficiency.

The Hereford has a reddish-yellow coat color on most of its body, except for its face, which is typically white. This cattle breed has high feed conversion efficiency and is suitable for fattening. Herefords are also good milkers, easy calvers, and docile breeds.

A Pair of Commercial Acquisitions in Salem, Oregon

 

Paul Kerley is a Salem, Oregon, entrepreneur who oversees Commercial Property Resources, Inc., and maintains a real estate portfolio of more than 1,500 units across the state. One the properties in Salem, Oregon, that Paul Kerley engineered the acquisition of was 2965 - 2995 Ryan Drive Southeast.

Situated centrally in Salem, Oregon, the property includes a pair of class A office buildings totaling 35,806 square feet, 21,176 of which are leased to Mid Valley IPA. The remaining 14,630 square feet are leased by Atrio Health Plans. Financing for this transaction was arranged by SecurityPlus Federal Credit Union (care of Extensia Financial, LLC).

Another commercial acquisition in the city’s central business district involved the Starkey - McCully Building, which has 14,850 square feet of total space on 0.17 acres. Having been completely remodeled and made American Disabilities Act-accessible, the two-story property has become a popular location within a busy commercial corridor. Arranging its sale on behalf of the owner was SMI Commercial Real Estate, LLC.

Why You Must Consider Water Resources Before Buying a Cattle Ranch

 

Paul Kerley is a real estate manager and entrepreneur with almost 40 years of experience. He holds a juris doctor from Willamette Law School in Salem, Oregon, as well as a bachelor of science in economics from Montana State University, Bozeman. As owner and president of Commercial Property Resources, Inc. in Salem, Paul Kerley manages about 1,500 residential units. He also has invested in cattle and hay ranches in Powell Butte, Oregon.

There are several unique factors to consider in buying a cattle ranch, including the availability of water resources. Before making any financial commitments, you must obtain water rights for irrigation and riparian areas. Also, ensure you have tanks and underground piping to water your livestock.

Keeping the ranch well-watered ensures cattle don’t have to travel far distances to access water, keeping the herd healthier by reducing stress. The quality of water resources is equally important, and plays an important role in the herd's health.