Chasing Water: The Daily Drive That’s Costing Ranchers
Chasing Water: The Daily Drive That’s Costing Ranchers If you have ever been in the business of raising cattle, this morning routine likely sounds familiar: the truck fires up before sunrise, tires crunch over dry pasture roads, and you spend the next couple of hours checking the water system across the ranch. Whether it is […]
Clockwork Cattle: Rotational Grazing
Clockwork Cattle: Rotational Grazing You’ve heard of it. But have you used this technique before? What is Rotational Grazing? Rotational grazing involves moving your cattle from one paddock to the other, often clockwise to let the land rest. This not only “lets the land rest” but lets the biodiversity of the land flourish. The number […]
Cattle, Water, and Drought: A Utah Rancher’s Perspective
Cattle, Water, and Drought: A Utah Rancher’s Perspective Utah receives 95% of its water through snowpack, so with a bad winter, no wonder we are stuck in a drought. As you’re driving through the valleys of Utah, you’re bound to see cattle grazing in pastures or gathered near water troughs. Here in Utah, ranching is […]
Nebraska Needs Water
Nebraska Needs Water As you’re driving through Nebraska, you’re bound to see cattle grazing in pastures or gathered near water troughs. Here in Nebraska, ranching is more than a way of life, it’s a commitment to raising healthy herds and sustaining rural communities. The health and longevity of your cattle start with water. Every drop […]
Considerations for Texas Ranches During Drought Conditions
Considerations for Texas Ranches During Drought Conditions Cattle, whether they are black or red, predominantly make up the animals you see when you drive up and down backcountry roads. In Texas, we pride ourselves on raising healthy herds and families alike. The life and well-being of a cow begins in the water they drink. Each drop […]