#177 – How Long Does It Take?
I'm often asked, "How long does it take to change out your cow herd to moderate-framed, low maintenance PCC® cows?" It took us about 5 years and here's the short version. That may seem like a long time, but in reality, the years flew by. The hardest part was getting started. The best time to plant...
#177 – How Long Does It Take?
I'm often asked, "How long does it take to change out your cow herd to moderate-framed, low maintenance PCC® cows?" It took us about 5 years and here's the short version. That may seem like a long time, but in reality, the years flew by. The hardest part was getting started. The best time to plant...
#106 – A History Lesson
They say if we don't learn from history, we're destined to repeat it. We should learn from economic history of the past. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=DZ0aAXyGisw&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=106
#105 – Helping with Bull Delivery
We had several PCC® customers purchase bulls with one of our stay-at-home options. It was good to meet new people and deliver a load of bulls to Western Colorado and Utah....
#104 – Colorado Spring Sale 2023 Optimism
Sale season at PCC® has become a gathering of Herd Quitters — those who aren't afraid to think for themselves and search outside-side-the-box for solutions to beef production challenges. What an encouraging group of people!...
#103 – Buy Genetics to Fit Your Herd Goals
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...
#102 – Can PCC® Calves Perform in the Feedlot?
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 Southwest. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=6-Q3sIM_JkI&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=102
#101 – How to Select a Bull for Grass-fed Production
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 operation....
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Loving the Heat
We are currently developing over 100 Heat-Tolerant Bulls in Texas. These grass-developed bulls love the heat! They will be sold at our Alabama Bull Sale on November 15. Mark your calendar! These Heat-Tolerant bulls can be delivered all across the south and southeast. Learn More