Feeling Frisky and Fine
Breakfast is complete and the dishes are piled in the sink for later attention. I dress in coveralls, ball cap,…
Eggs and a Cow Tour
How do you get eggs on a cow tour? We took a day trip to visit Paul Portugue, who…
How to Read a Hay Test
Understanding a hay test can help make hay selection easier for you and more enjoyable for your animals. There are…
“Big B” Delivery
We were able to deliver a Polled Hereford bull to Shirley and Dean Henry of Colville, Washington recently. He is…
Worming for Parasites
Now is a great time to worm and get rid of parasites in your cattle. A pour-on wormer applied down…
Harder Ranch Visit
We had the chance to visit the Harder Ranch in Lamont, Washington last month. Henry, Linda, and son, Harry were…
2018 Herd Sires Looking Great
2018 Herd Sires Looking Great The bull calves that will be for sale in 2018 have now been weaned…
New Purchases
New Purchases September has been a busy and productive month. Third cutting alfalfa has been safely tucked into the…
Winterizing Cattle
Winterizing Cattle It is important to start getting cattle ready for winter before the weather gets cold. Here are…
Raking Hay for a Fluffy Windrow
Raking Hay for a Fluffy Windrow Don’t merge windrows or turn hay until it is dry enough that it…
Breaking in Your New Herd Bull
Breaking in Your New Herd Bull Bulls require a significant investment, and this should be matched by your effort…
Establishing a Pasture
Establishing a Pasture Establishing a pasture for your animals presents many variables that need consideration. Type(s) of soil, available…
Cutting Hay
Cutting Hay Here are a few tips when you are ready to start cutting: Read your owner’s manual…
Buying Hay – Why do my animals waste so much hay?
Buying Hay – Why do my animals waste so much hay? Most people who buy hay for their animals…
HCH at the WCA bull sale
“The Washington Cattlemen’s Association held their 24th annual Bull Test Sale on March 22 following the 120 days of feeding…