#233 – Grass-based Genetics

#233 – Grass-based Genetics

by | Sep 29, 2026 | Herd Quitter® Minute

The ability to turn forage into meat is the primary function of every cow herd. To be profitable for the cow/calf producer, genetics should be grass-based. PCC® cattle must perform on grass, or they don’t make the cut. Click to read the full transcript While visiting...
#233 – Grass-based Genetics

#232 – Herd Building

by | Sep 8, 2026 | Herd Quitter® Minute

How important are growth EPD’s and big weaning weights? They are meaningless if they don’t result in more profit. For the producer building a cow herd, a profitable cow prospers on low-quality forage, calves easily, rebreeds on time and weans half her body...
#233 – Grass-based Genetics

#231 – Time Off

by | Aug 25, 2026 | Herd Quitter® Minute

Everyone needs an attitude adjustment now and then. All it took for me was a little green grass and some time off with my grandkids. Click to read the full transcript This past week I was at PCC® headquarters in Cheyenne Wells, CO for Bull Workdays. There were several...
#233 – Grass-based Genetics

#230 – New Technology

by | Jul 13, 2026 | Herd Quitter® Minute

We made the jump to some new technology. My partner and I put “Halter” collars on our cows so that he can maximize grazing management. We’ll let you know how it’s going once they’re trained. Click to read the full transcript Every now and...
#233 – Grass-based Genetics

#229 – Unpredictable

by | Jun 30, 2026 | Herd Quitter® Minute

Farmers and Ranchers deal with many variables that can be unpredictable, including the weather and the markets. The most dangerous is fire. Colorado is hosting multiple wildfires this week, all being fueled by wind and dry conditions. Click to read the full transcript...