Recipes from the Ranch: Two Ways to Turn Up the Taste

by Alise Nolan, The Ranch Kitchen In the last few years, black beans have found their way in to my pantry. They are a versatile vegetable that we can enjoy with more than just our Tex-Mex dishes. Black beans are not only delicious in these salsas, but are very high in fiber and a good […]

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Jr Spotlight: Riley Francis

Riley Francis has been very active in the agriculture industry and has had experiences most could only dream of, especially for her age. Riley took an internship in Russia working on a ranch and has brought back tales of her adventures. Tell us about yourself. My name is Riley Francis and I’m from North Dakota. […]

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Mark That Card: Crossbred Bred Gilts Results

Scenario: Place these bred females as they are to function in a total confinement setting in North Central Iowa. The primary focus is to retain the top end of the females to substitute for an older set of sows. The firms goal is to keep soundness and build in mind. Crossbred Bred Gilts Official Results Provided […]

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Beat the Heat: Barn Misters on a Budget

Keeping your animals cool is an important part of the summer care routine and sometimes the budget or situation prevents installation of a professional misting system. We have two low-budget options that will help you beat the heat these final months of summer!   Option 1 :: DIY Misting System This, like a professionally installed […]

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Children’s Books About Agriculture

The world of reading begins at a young age, giving children opportunities to explore anything from A to Z. We’ve put together a list of our favorite children’s books covering all aspects of agriculture, from farming and ranching to by-products and compassion for animals and others. Levi’s Lost Calf by Amanda Radke: Amazon review: New […]

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Jr Spolight: Shayne Myers

Shayne Myers is from northern California, but most of her summers are spent in the Sandhills of Nebraska on her uncle and grandfather’s cattle operation, Hoffman Ranch. In fact, her favorite memories have been spending the summer with the family and crew in the show barn. Family is extremely important to Shayne. “I love to […]

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