#230 – New Technology
We made the jump to some new technology. My partner and I put "Halter" collars on our cows so that he can maximize grazing management. We'll let you know how it's going once they're trained. Click to read the full transcript Every now and then something comes along that is a game changer for your...
#230 – New Technology
We made the jump to some new technology. My partner and I put "Halter" collars on our cows so that he can maximize grazing management. We'll let you know how it's going once they're trained. Click to read the full transcript Every now and then something comes along that is a game changer for your...
#224 – Maternal or Terminal
Our pre-sale speaker challenged producers to choose between terminal and maternal traits when selecting seed stock. It's a choice that determines who gets the profit. Listen to Jared Luhman interview PJ Budler in this Herd Quitter® podcast. Click to read the full...
#223 – One Trait: Masculinity
There is a ton of information that can help you choose your next PCC® herd sire. Most of it is available on our unique quick sort program. However, if you could only choose one trait, this would be it: Masculinity is indicative of several other traits that are vital...
#222 – Head in the Right Direction
My brother's night time trip got much longer when it was discovered they were headed in the wrong direction. Are you moving your cow herd toward Grass-efficiency and Low-maintenance? Your bull buying decisions will determine if you are headed in the right direction....
#221 – Heat Tolerant Bulls
If you live where the weather gets hot and humid, you may experience loss of production because of it. PCC® has a great selection of heat tolerant composite bulls in our spring sales: Texas April 7, Missouri April 13, and Colorado April 20. Click to read the full...
#220 – Maternal Traits
Here's some things to consider when buying a bull: What maternal traits are you building as you add replacements to your herd? Here's a few that translate directly to your bottom line. Click to read the full transcript If you raise your own replacement heifers, you...
#219 – Bull Buying Tips
Bulls will be expensive this year, so why not spend your money on one that takes your program in the right direction? Click to read the full transcript If you are buying bulls this spring, you will probably pay more than you ever have in your life. However, keep in...
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Genetics
Genetics are the point of the arrow when it comes to the livestock industry. Although genetics are of equal importance to disciplines such as herd management, nutrition, animal health, marketing, forages, record keeping, and human resources, genetics remain the prime mover. As the FIRST link in the value chain, with the consumer being the final link, genetics determine how the rest of the value chain flourishes or fails. It is the duty of the seedstock producer to...