#213 – Paradigm Shift
Kit Pharo explains the PCC® program as a "Paradigm Shift" — a change in your way of thinking about the beef business. He promotes profit-minded philosophies like increasing pounds per acre, rather than pounds per cow; grazing more and feeding less; selecting for traits like low-maintenance,...
#213 – Paradigm Shift
Kit Pharo explains the PCC® program as a "Paradigm Shift" — a change in your way of thinking about the beef business. He promotes profit-minded philosophies like increasing pounds per acre, rather than pounds per cow; grazing more and feeding less; selecting for traits like low-maintenance,...
#162 – 5 Reasons
I took a trip to visit family and we've driven by a lot of cattle in the countryside. It got me thinking about why I stuck with Pharo Cattle Company® genetics. Here's 5 reasons why....
#161 – Enjoying the Journey
One of the things I've learned to enjoy is spending time with my cattle. Walking through the weaned calves I get to enjoy the fruits of my labor. PCC has made my cow deal more profitable and more enjoyable....
#160 – Weaning Time
I took a trip to visit family and we've driven by a lot of cattle in the countryside. It got me thinking about why I stuck with Pharo Cattle Company® genetics. Here's 5 reasons why....
#159 – Profit Picture
The cattle market is at an all time high which offers an opportunity for profit. However, high input producers have watched their cost of production rise at the same rate, limiting profit. The decisions you make today will affect your opportunities tomorrow. Now is...
#158 – Grazing Alfalfa
As the presence of alfalfa has increased in our rotational grazing pastures, we've had to learn how to graze it safely. Here's a few ideas to prevent bloat when grazing alfalfa....
#157 – Masculinity
Masculinity is one of the most important traits when selecting a herd bull. It should show up in their offspring at an early age. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=E2UcBQjnw1U&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=157
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Seems a Little Early
I look in on a couple of internet discussion forums just to see what status quo producers are thinking and doing. Over the weekend, one discussion group started a thread on “Fly Control.” Really? That seems a little early. I usually don’t hear much talk about fly problems until May – when it quickly becomes the hottest topic within the beef industry. Without exception, these discussions focus on controlling flies with toxic chemicals. Toxic chemicals,...