You’ve begged and pleaded with your parents. You’ve shown several market steers, and now you want a show heifer. She will be an investment, and you will have a foundation for your very own cow herd. But do you know the steps to transition her from pampered Pollyanna to a progressive, progeny producing female? Kevin […]
Cattle Nutrition 101
When should you feed your animal? Consistency is key when feeding both steers and heifers. Typically, you will feed morning and night and want 12 hours between those feedings. During the summer hot weather can decrease appetite, so it is beneficial to feed early in the morning and late at night. Make sure you clean […]
Mark that Card: Whether Dams
Thank you to Nolan Hildebrand, Connors State College Livestock Judging Coach, for providing the official placings and reasons for this class of wether dams. Thank you to Hobbs Show Lambs and Morgan Meisenheimer for providing the pictures. To view more livestock judging classes click here. I like the wether dams 1324. The overwhelming stoutness and power the white muzzled ewe […]
In Their Show Box: Lexie Gibson
Lexie Gibson knows about working and spending countless hours in the barn. She has worked with her family to make breeding decisions over the years, and those decisions coupled with her dedication and endless effort made the Dixie National in Jackson, Mississippi, a supreme event for Lexie. The 17-year-old from Newton, Mississippi, said this was […]
How and When to Incorporate the Vita Charge Stress Tub
by Blaine Rodgers, Area Sales Manager The Vita Charge® Stress Tub is one of the most innovative and popular products at BioZyme®. The effectiveness and diversity of the orange tub makes it suitable for many situations. While the popularity stems largely from its unique formulation and high quality ingredients, the tub’s mode of consumption also […]
Haul ‘Em Charge ‘Em
You’ve worked so hard at home. You’ve practiced showmanship, been brushing hair like crazy, and now is the time to hit the road for the big show. Prepping to win takes a lot of planning, time and dedication, but all that hard work can come to a halt if your animal stops eating. Stress is […]