Herd Quitter® Blog
Grass Efficiency
If you are producing your own replacement heifers, then grass efficiency may be the most important trait to select for when purchasing bulls. What is grass efficiency? Johan Zietsman, a very astute rancher and consultant from Zimbabwe, says, “Grass-efficient animals...
Get Out While the Getting is Good
In the last two PCC Updates, I discussed a major Turning Point that cow-calf producers are going to be confronted with. What has worked so well for the last 20 years will not work for the next 20 years. Most producers are headed for a train wreck – and don’t know it....
We Believe
Some people don’t want to change, no matter how unhappy and/or unsatisfied they are. Sad, but true. There is evidence of this all around us. Quote Worth Re-Quoting “The path of least resistance is the path of the loser.” ~ H.G. Wells
Turning Point
I believe the cow-calf segment of the beef industry is at a major Turning Point. Those who are the quickest to adapt and change will be in the driver’s seat. Those who are the slowest to change will be left behind or run over. Why do I believe the cow-calf segment of...
Things You Can Control
It’s easy to get caught up in the world’s issues, like the war in Iran. While we need to be aware of what is going on and why, we can’t let it consume us. Yes, it will cause disruptions to the price of oil and fertilizer. We may have to budget and plan differently...
Say It Ain’t So
Rumor has it that Kit Pharo asked a world-renowned show ring judge to speak at Pharo Cattle Company’s pre-sale meetings. Say it ain’t so! The rumor is true! Kit got acquainted with PJ Budler on his recent trip to South Africa – and was very impressed. PJ's views and...
We Believe
Ordinary people can do extraordinary things. To do so, however, requires that we stop thinking and acting like ordinary people. We need to think BIG – and we need to be willing to step out of our comfort zone. Quote Worth Re-Quoting “Before anything great is achieved,...
Variables
We often try to manipulate numerous variables to get a desired outcome. Many of these variables are interrelated or antagonistic, creating an infinite number of possibilities. Sometimes, we need to take a step back and analyze what it is that we are trying to achieve....
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...
Heat-Adapted Cows
Millions of beef cows suffer from heat stress because they are required to work in hot, humid environments. Since nothing reduces production and profit as much as heat stress, it is a problem that should not be taken lightly. Although there are several ways to manage...