#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 time without help, wean a...
#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 time without help, wean a...
#171 – PCC® Female Auction
I started buying PCC® bulls for the guaranteed calving ease. It was life-changing for me and actually made calving time enjoyable. However, the best bonus is the thick, grass-efficient, fertile females that can build a profitable cow herd. These are usually hard to...
#170 – The National Western
The National Western Stock Show has many years of history and tradition. Located in Denver, Colorado, it has been a cowboy gathering for generations. Though the cowboys are few and far between, it's still a worthwhile adventure....
#169 – Winter Cover
Cows love to find cover for bedding down in the winter. A windbreak or grove of trees is helpful, but the best cover you can provide them is a fluffy hair coat and a thick layer of fat (standard on PCC® models)....
#168 – Holiday Reset
Although Christmas has been hi-jacked by Santa Claus, there's still a positive benefit to our way of life. The Christmas holiday is like a reset button that prompts us to connect with loved ones and get ready for another new year....
#167 – Sentimental Gifts
I grew up with a toy tractor in one hand and the fender grip of a John Deere 4020 in the other. I have since restored one, lost it, and was looking to replace it. My wife is understanding of my sentimentalism, so she said, "Happy Birthday . . . and Merry Christmas."...
#166 – Working for a Living
This is the time of year when your genetic choices are put to the test. Winter can be the most expensive time to be in the cow business. Are your cows working for you, or are you working for your cows?...
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Beef Tenderness
The number one consumer complaint about beef is the lack of consistency in tenderness. For the last 30 years, that has been my number one complaint too. I would rather eat chicken than a tough steak. We have been DNA testing all of our bulls for Tenet®. Bulls that are Certified Tenet have the genetic predisposition for superior beef tenderness. This is a must for those who direct market beef to the end consumer. Others are selecting for Certified Tenet bulls in...