#174 – Calving Ease
We have never regretted buying PCC™ calving-ease bulls. Calving season is now a peaceful, enjoyable time of year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=fAdWrLdedKA&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=174
#174 – Calving Ease
We have never regretted buying PCC™ calving-ease bulls. Calving season is now a peaceful, enjoyable time of year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=fAdWrLdedKA&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=174
#128 – Have Cows, Will Travel
It's a challenge to operate totally on leased land, but it can be done. It helps to have PCC™ cows with a gentle disposition that are easy to handle. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=Cx0gUXcAXQY&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=128
#127 – Give the People What They Want
Buc-ee's is a popular travel stop in the south. They are known for safety, a variety of quality products and cleanliness. They are popular because they give the people what they want. Can beef producers do the same?...
#126 – After One Year Feeding ACV
We started feeding Apple Cider Vinegar one year ago. Here's an update discussing our observations on digestion, cost, pest control and other benefits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=T4oJsvLVXsM&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=126
#125 – Sharing with Wildlife
In this part of the country, we have to share our stored resources with wildlife. It is another on a list of problems we have to navigate in order to run a ranch. What are the problems unique to your region?...
#124 – Tax Write-offs
This is the time of year ranchers tally up the balance sheet. If you made money, your tax man may encourage you to buy something to avoid paying excessive taxes. Here’s a suggestion. Why not visit the PCC™ Classifieds? https://pharocattle.com/classifieds/...
#123 – Fleshing Ability
If you raise your own replacement heifers, one of the most important economic traits to look for in a herd sire is fleshing ability. Cattle with good fleshing ability will gain condition quickly, maintain it longer, breed more reliably, and do more with lesser quality...
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Zebra Stripes
According to a recent Japanese study, you can paint white zebra stripes on your black cows to reduce the number of biting flies by 50%. Wow – but I have to wonder… is that because the flies prefer black over white or is it because they prefer non-painted over painted? The researchers hypothesized that the zebra-like stripes disrupt the visual system of the flies, making it harder for them to target the cows for landing. I respectfully disagree. Biting flies are...