Bottom Line Conference

Bottom Line Conference

The Eighth Annual Bottom Line Conference will take place on August 20 and 21 (next week) in Lakin, Kansas. The focus will be on “Profitability through Soil and Water Conservation in a Dry Climate.” Kit Pharo will be speaking on the afternoon of the 20th. Learn...
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Oklahoma Meeting

I spoke to a sold-out crowd in Oklahoma last week. With a couple of exceptions, my message was well received. I firmly believe the cow-calf segment of the beef industry is at a Major Turning Point – and I think cow-calf producers need to get prepared. Among other...
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Forage Test Index and Grass Efficiency

I had a nice visit early this morning with a longtime customer from Western Wyoming. I thought I would share a portion of that discussion with you. This customer wanted to know what connection (if any) there is between our Forage Test Index and our Grass Efficiency...
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Great Time to be Alive

This year marks my 40th year in the ranching business – and I do not remember a time that was as good or as exciting as right now! We continue to receive unbelievable, record-high prices for our calves – and it looks like prices will go even higher. What a Great Time...
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Low-Stress Weaning

Good for the Calves… Good for the Cows… Good for You. Weaning is the process of separating a calf from its mother. It typically takes place in the fall of the year. It can be a very traumatic time for both the cow and her calf. The key to success is to...