#PreptoWin 12 Days of Christmas

On the first day of Christmas, my parents bought for me a new show goat.  I wasn’t sure what to do with the bleating, lonely goat.  So, on the second day of Christmas, I called up two good friends.   They came with some sound advice to lend.  On the third day of the Christmas, the goat still seemed alone,   So, my friends brought their three wooly lambs with really […]

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Winter Management: Controlling Stress in Varying Temperatures

As we move into winter, it is hard to know what the temperatures are going to be like. You might be bundled up tight for morning chores, but by noon are ready to start shedding layers as the sun warms us up. Imagine being a haired up show animal during this same time frame, except they can’t […]

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2021 Sure Champ Christmas Guide

The calendar pages flip by quickly, and Christmas will soon be here. If you are still looking for ideas for your favorite livestock enthusiast, don’t fret. Our Sure Champ elves have collected ideas to help make your shopping a little easier. But don’t delay; with supply issues and transportation logistics, we make no promises that […]

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Thankful for the Agricultural Industry

In much of our society, things are different than they ever have been before. However, 2021 was a much better year for young people who are involved in the livestock world. Shows happened without pause, show livestock are in demand and more programs and conferences were in-person instead of cancelled or virtual. Let’s recount some […]

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Mark That Card – Simmental Bulls

Placing 4-1-3-2Cuts 3-2-4 I’ll rank the Simmental bulls 4132. There’s a pair of bulls up top who I think will prove profitable, but it’s with elite seed stock production in mind where I’ll start 4. It’s hard to make cattle opened up and stout down low while still keeping them sound and flexible at the […]

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A Bigger Plan Paves Path to Agriculture Passion

“We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.” Proverbs 16:9  Perhaps no other verse is more fitting for one former softball player turned future agriculture teacher. Growing up in Rockingham County, Virginia, the most abundant ag county in the state, it might seem natural for a young person to be involved in 4-H or FFA, especially if […]

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