There’s nothing like a livestock show, but someday you’ll age out of the youth programs you participate in today. However, with sharpened industry knowledge and public speaking skills, you might just be the one picking a champion on the green shavings in Louisville or Houston 20 years from now. Livestock judging, and the skills acquired […]
Product Upgrades Designed to Keep Your Stock Going in the Right Direction
If you’ve ever shown livestock, you’ve most likely experienced the frustration of your animals going off feed. BioZyme® Inc., is excited to announce new products and some enhancements to its Sure Champ® line this spring because if your animals aren’t eating, you’re not winning. “Keeping animal health and digestive health in the forefront is our […]
Increase Digestive Health and Nutrient Absorption with Spark®
Chances are, you’ve heard someone say, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” And that is sound advice. However, if you can enhance a product you already use and increase its effectiveness that creates a win for everyone. Show feed is just like any other product. Everyone has a favorite brand, and a mix or […]
Mark That Card: Simmental Heifers
Thank you to LC Promotions and Bichler Simmentals for providing this class. and to Jeremy Burkett, Casper College Livestock Judging Coach, for providing the official placings and reasons. To view more livestock judging classes click here. Placing: 1-2-3-4 Cuts: 3-6-3 I like the Simmental heifers 1234. I will always buy into attractive females that combine it with the brood cow […]
From Weaning to the Winner’s Circle
Three families had a night they won’t soon forget when the grand and reserve grand champion market barrows were selected at the 2018 National Western Stock Show. Two young people, 11-year-old Payton Rodgers and 9-year-old Weston Lackey, both agree they were so excited and even in shock when they were awarded the gigantic purple banners. […]
Why Appetite is Important to Your Show Livestock
Management is key to your success with show animals. But management refers to more than just skin and hair care or having the latest and greatest in equipment and products. The heart of good management starts with a sound nutrition program, and feeding your animals correctly to maximize their look. “If your animal’s appetite is […]