#173 – Carcass Thickness
Don't overlook the benefits to depth of body and carcass thickness. A generous heart girth allows for greater carcass yield, lower maintenance requirements, and better use of low-quality forage....
#173 – Carcass Thickness
Don't overlook the benefits to depth of body and carcass thickness. A generous heart girth allows for greater carcass yield, lower maintenance requirements, and better use of low-quality forage....
#17 – That Won’t Work Here
Our natural reaction when faced with a new idea: ""That won't work here."" Being a Herd Quitter means you are willing to try new ideas. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=7G6db3t5IIo&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=17
#16 – Blessed
Sometimes with all of our busyness and bad news, we forget to be thankful for the blessings we have. Join me in a salute to the freedoms we have left. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=0-utNYUtGLE&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=16
#15 – Colorado Cattlemen’s Association Convention
We had a great time talking with beef producers at the Colorado Cattlemen's Association Convention. We also found time for an interview with the original Herd Quitter, Kit Pharo....
#14 – Oswalds
The Oswald Cattle Company has been doing things different for more than twenty years. Although a bit camera shy, Steve is an original herd quitter who has built a successful ranching business by implementing progressive and profitable ideas....
#13 – Get Away
It can be quite difficult for a livestock producer to get away from the farm or ranch, but some things are more important than work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=6E3AGncfFxQ&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=13
#12 – Life Change
Some decisions can change the direction of your whole life. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=nBZNVvW2Ups&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=12
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