The Cost of Land

The Cost of Land

In most places, the cost to buy or lease land is unbelievably high – and it seems to be going up all the time.   Never before has it been so important to maximize production per acre.   Unfortunately, most cow-calf producers remain focused on increasing production per...
The Cost of Land

A Cow for All Seasons –

Is there such a thing as a cow for all seasons or a cow for all environments?   Based on my 35 years of experience, I say, “Yes, there is a cow size and type that works best in all seasons, as well as in nearly all environments.”   I realize this goes against popular...
The Cost of Land

Making the Change –

Most cow-calf producers know their cows are too big, hard-keeping and high-maintenance – but they are unsure of the easiest and best way to change their cowherd.   Some want to sell their entire herd and buy back the right kind of cows.   That, however, is much easier...
The Cost of Land

The Choice is Yours

The fact that many PCC customers have been able to significantly increase their profitability in a relatively short period of time gives us reason to believe most cow-calf producers have the ability to do the same thing – IF THEY CHOOSE TO DO SO.   Unfortunately,...
The Cost of Land

Bragging Rights vs. Profit –

For over 50 years, the beef industry has been single-mindedly focused on increasing pounds per animal (bragging rights) – when it should have been focused on increasing pounds per acre (profit).   There is a BIG difference!   Trying to increase pounds per animal will...