#228 – Grazing Observations
Have you ever just sat and watched your cows graze? What part of the plant are they most interested in? Are they avoiding certain things? We don't often take time to observe the details of such mundane processes. Here are some observations from a rotational grazing system. Click to read the full...
#228 – Grazing Observations
Have you ever just sat and watched your cows graze? What part of the plant are they most interested in? Are they avoiding certain things? We don't often take time to observe the details of such mundane processes. Here are some observations from a rotational grazing system. Click to read the full...
#207 – No “Waspy” Cows
Years ago I learned a lesson about "Waspy Cows." It makes me thankful for the gentle disposition bred into our PCC® herd. Click to read the full transcript There are several traits that make PCC® cattle low-maintenance. Most ranchers would love a cow that can calve on...
#206 – Working for a Living
As Americans we respect those who can take care of themselves by working for a living. We should expect the same from our cows. Click to read the full transcript As Americans, we respect those who work for a living. Shouldn’t we demand the same from our cows? This...
#205 – When to Cull Cows
This time of year cowmen are making decisions on which cows to cull from their herd. Some of those decisions should be obvious. Don't make excuses for problem cows. Click to read the full transcript This is the time of year when many cowmen are preg checking, aging...
#204 – America Needs Beef
As the government weighs in on the high price of beef, the cattle market has declined. However, there is still, and will be a strong demand for beef. Hang in there and keep building -- America needs your beef. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbVInHcaNoE Click to read...
#203 – Getting in at the Top
The cattle market is at an all time high. Is it too risky to buy in now? Here's a couple ideas that can put you in the cow business but still limit your risk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QFrTPv_O7s Click to read the full transcript I recently attended our local...
#202 – How Much is a PCC® Bull Worth?
Are bulls expensive? Yes. How much is a bull worth that can reduce feed, labor, calving loss, and breeding cost? More than you'll ever have to pay for him. Here's a reminder that it still costs 5 calves to buy a good bull. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YGmvx9Snn4...
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The $30K Sofa
Dying Breed recently posted an article about the $30K sofa. A couple bought a $100 sofa in the 1950s and then had to redecorate their entire house to make everything else match. In the end, the husband figured the sofa cost him over $30K. How often do we see this exact same thing in the cattle industry? We buy a fancy cow or bull and then have to change our entire operation to “match” that high-maintenance cow or bull. In retrospect, this seems ridiculous, but it...