Our fast-paced society often doesn’t leave extra time for reflection on the little things in life that bring us the most joy and happiness. As agriculturists and livestock raisers, we know this all too well. Amongst farming, feeding and caring for livestock, daily chores, traveling to shows and our daily lives, it seems there isn’t […]
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Sure Champ 2019 Stock Show Christmas Wish List
Most retail shops you step into have a “countdown to Christmas” sign posted right inside their doorway. This year I even received a catalog from Amazon, which takes “online” shopping back one step, but makes it fun to reminisce about my own childhood, looking through the catalogs and making a list. Regardless of where you […]
Arkansas Exhibitor Thankful for Boosting Friendships Through Livestock Industry
Showing livestock is something Whitney Walker takes personally. She makes it her personal responsibility to be the best exhibitor she can be while in the ring, and her personal mission to meet new people, forge friendships and help those who seek her advice. The college freshman was born into the cattle business and grew up […]
How Youth Programs Influenced One Exhibitor’s Life
Animal husbandry. Leadership. Public speaking. Compassion. Although these words might seem like a mismatched list at first glance, they are just a few of the traits that one young lady can attribute to her involvement in youth programs like 4-H and FFA. Catherine Stangl, Kingfisher, Okla., has been showing hogs competitively since she was just […]
5 Reasons it’s More than JUST a Livestock Judging Team
Any livestock judging enthusiast knows that the busy fall judging run is filled with many mixed emotions. Every contest that happens is filled with history and prestige, regardless of where you stand in the livestock judging ranks, and the stakes and pressure run high. Those in high school may be preparing to represent their state and chapters at the national contest level. Many […]
Our Six Tips to Successfully Halter Breaking Calves
Summer is winding down, and the busy fall and winter show season is just around the corner. As older calves’ show careers end, a new project is just beginning. Though you may want to jump right in and head to a show, your road to success starts at home with halter breaking. The way you […]