by Robert Pulliam | Apr 11, 2023 | Herd Quitter® Minute
The first trait Kit Pharo looks for in a bull is masculinity. Early maturity is an indicator of fertility, fleshing ability, and moderate frame size. Like begets like. Masculine bulls produce feminine females with those same traits. You will not produce those kind of...
by Robert Pulliam | Apr 4, 2023 | Herd Quitter® Minute
Some producers have asked, “Your cows may be more efficient, but can your calves perform in the feedlot?” Here’s some data from a herd in the desert...
by Robert Pulliam | Mar 28, 2023 | Herd Quitter® Minute
Grass-fed beef continues to increase in popularity and market share. It opens up some profit opportunities for producers willing to explore alternative markets. Here’s a couple things to consider when selecting bulls for a grass-finished...
by Robert Pulliam | Mar 21, 2023 | Herd Quitter® Minute
Here’s some info about Brisket Disease and Pulmonary Artery Pressure testing. PCC® has PAP tested bulls raised at high elevation that will be selling in the Colorado Spring...
by Robert Pulliam | Mar 14, 2023 | Herd Quitter® Minute
If you raise your own replacement heifers, chances are you look at maternal traits when selecting a herd bull. It may surprise you which ones are most important and which ones are...