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Cottle Brothers

Cottle Brothers are Hereford cattle breeders in Summersville, WV, located in Nicholas County and the central Appalachian region near Charleston. They maintain rigorous herd health testing protocols for genetic conditions and hold membership in the American Hereford Association and local farm bureaus. Their Hereford cattle graze on rolling pastures shaded by oaks and maples and receive daily health checkups from a resident livestock specialist. Calves are introduced to farm routines early, spending nights in a sheltered barn with soft bedding and warm lights to support steady growth.

The farm has been passed down through generations, with each new team member learning rotational grazing techniques and soil conservation methods. Their approach to pasture rotation supports soil health, prevents overgrazing and promotes uniform weight gain in heifers and steers. A local veterinarian notes the consistency of the herd’s temperament and overall condition, and clients have praised the calm nature of the young cattle.