#196 – Retirement Questions
Today we had a visit from some vacationing PCC® customers, the Unruhs. We're about the same age, so we had a good time getting to know one another, as well as a great discussion about retirement. This raised many questions, especially how to manage the cow herd as the time draws near....
#196 – Retirement Questions
Today we had a visit from some vacationing PCC® customers, the Unruhs. We're about the same age, so we had a good time getting to know one another, as well as a great discussion about retirement. This raised many questions, especially how to manage the cow herd as the time draws near....
#180 – Kill the Cow?
In recent years, climatologists have villainized the cow as a primary culprit of global warming. They claim that methane gas (or cow farts) along with traditional farming methods are major contributors to increased carbon in the atmosphere. Are cows the problem or the...
#179 – Improving Soil Health
Our grazing project has improved a worn out rented hay farm. After three years, we can notice a definite difference in the health of the soil. Here are 5 principles that will promote soil health....
#178 – Didn’t get a Bull?
What can you do if the PCC® spring sales are over and you didn't get a bull? Here's a couple of options. https://www.youtube.com/watch?loop=1&v=ZuLzpJ970HQ&list=PLSpP--7TbVItPcvRmNfEugZ0Hu8SfIOay&index=178
#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...
#176 – Ready for the Future
Cattle prices have never been this high but we know that won't last. Inputs have never been this high either, but will probably go higher. This is a great time to purchase low-input genetics and be ready for the future....
#175 – Let A Cow Be A Cow
Why would you NOT let a cow be a cow? Why would you NOT want less work and more enjoyment at calving time? Why would you NOT want more live calves? Why would you NOT buy a guaranteed calving ease bull to use on your heifers? WHY?...
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#248 – Derek Schwanebeck – Seasonal Grazing for Improved Lifestyle and Profit
Derek Schwanebeck and his wife took over her family’s ranch and weren’t afraid to make changes to improve both profitability and quality of life. They transitioned from a traditional owned cow/calf operation to a fully seasonal custom grazing model focused on fall cows, bringing in cows each spring and sending them out in the fall. Derek shares how this shift improved the ranch’s profitability and positively impacted their lifestyle. Switch to Audio-Only Resources...