By, Rhonda McCurry In a season of appreciating what we have, one Kansas family says they are most thankful for the time they spend together on the show road. Bob and Tami Weaber are Wamego, Kansas show parents. Together with their three children, Maddie, Cooper and Wyatt, the family works morning and evening on their […]
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9 Ways to Fireproof Your Barn
Dry conditions are sparking wildfires across the nation reminding us all to take fire-safety seriously. There are easy precautions you can take to keep your livestock safe. Here is a handy fireproofing guide to help remind you of those often overlooked hazards. Clean up Keep your barn tidy, uncluttered and clean. Clear your barn of […]
Junior Spotlight: Madison Fischer
Spunk and drive are two easy words that can be used to describe Madison Fischer. The nine-year old from Katy, Texas already has seven years of showing under her belt, and has already found much success. Showing cattle was a natural choice for Madison and her family, who have operated a Red Brangus seed stock operation for […]
Brain Power: Unplugging with Your Livestock
Your schedule is jam packed from the time your alarm goes off in the morning until your head hits the pillow at night. Between school, sports, homework and family time it can be hard to find time for yourself to just unplug and relax. Instead of making your trip to the barn just another thing […]
Selecting the Best
Before you are named Grand Champion, you must first find a baby pig with the makings of a champion. Mike McCoy of Real McCoy Genetics, would say it all starts with being structurally and skeletally sound so the pig has endurance in the show ring. McCoy believes the goal is to be the one that […]
Recipes From the Ranch: Lasagna Three Ways
By, Alise Nolan, The Ranch Kitchen This month is a busy one with our local county fairs, football games and school. Throw in a few speaking contest for our youngest daughter, her market broilers and hogs, and then work, cheerleading and school and you have what most Sure Champ customers know all about….life as a […]