Depending on your location or what species you show, jackpot season is here or rapidly approaching. Jackpot shows are a great way to give your animals a warmup – get them out on the show road and give them the experience of getting out of your home barn, into the show ring and before a […]
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Five Minutes with Amy Cowan How to #PreptoWin at Banners in the Bluegrass
Relationships are one of the best things about the livestock industry. Friendships are formed. Business deals are forged, and trust is built. All of that can be said between the American Hereford Association and BioZyme and the long-standing partnership these entities have in building the next generation of young leaders. Recently, Amy Cowan, Director of […]
Five Minutes with Kaitlyn Chisum: #PreptoWin Advice for Char – Cation 2022
Care that comes full circle. That is more than just a slogan. It is the commitment that BioZyme® Inc., stands on. That is why it is important to the animal nutrition company to partner with breed associations on sponsoring junior livestock events that build leadership skills and teach responsibilities. BioZyme, maker of Sure Champ® is […]
Tips for Winter Skin and Hair Care
Keeping your show cattle looking good in the winter should be a snap, right? Turn them out in the cold, and let their hair grow. However, the bitter cold combined with the harsh winds sucks the moisture from the animals’ hide, leading to unhealthy skin and dried out hair, if not properly cared for. Especially if you are exhibiting […]
Winter Management: Controlling Stress in Varying Temperatures
As we move into winter, it is hard to know what the temperatures are going to be like. You might be bundled up tight for morning chores, but by noon are ready to start shedding layers as the sun warms us up. Imagine being a haired up show animal during this same time frame, except they can’t […]
Tips and Tricks on Getting New Show Projects Acclimated
The time has come. You’ve traveled many miles, evaluated several dozen head of livestock, and made some significant purchases for your next show livestock projects. The animals are now in your barn, their new home, and it is time to get them tamed down and broke to lead so you can work with them. This […]