#234 – Calf Weaning Options
We used to wean calves in a feedlot, then spent days dealing with the health issues that we created. For several years now, we have been fenceline weaning on grass, and it has made a big improvement. Here are some ideas to think about. Click to read the full transcript In our part of the world,...
#234 – Calf Weaning Options
We used to wean calves in a feedlot, then spent days dealing with the health issues that we created. For several years now, we have been fenceline weaning on grass, and it has made a big improvement. Here are some ideas to think about. Click to read the full transcript In our part of the world,...
#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...
#218 – The Most Important Trait
When purchasing a bull, what is your most important trait? Most select for growth or carcass, but one of the most basic attributes of a bull is producing a live calf. "The weaning weight for dead calves is distressingly low" (Kit Pharo). Click to read the full...
The Latest from our Herd Quitter® Blog
Proactive vs. Reactive
It is always much better to be proactive than reactive. The difference between being proactive and reactive can be compared to the difference between fire prevention and frantically running around putting out fires every day. Being proactive requires us to think and plan ahead. That, however, doesn’t seem to come naturally to most people – but it can be developed. Those who have developed the ability to be proactive live a much more relaxed, enjoyable, and...