What We’re Working On in March to Prepare for Summer
March doesn’t look impressive on a farm. The grass is just starting to wake up.The ground is still soft.The trees are bare. But March is where summer is decided. If you wait until June to think about summer, you’re already behind. Here’s what smart farms are doing...
How Much Does It Really Cost to Raise a Cow?
Most people see the price of local beef and think: “Why is it so expensive?” What most people don’t see is what the farmer paid before that calf ever stepped into the pasture. Let’s walk through what it actually costs to raise one steer right now. 1. Purchase Price In...
What Most People Don’t Understand About Raising Cattle
When people picture cattle farming, they usually imagine one of two things: Rolling green pastures with cows peacefully grazing. Or Massive feedlots and industrial operations. The truth for small farms sits somewhere in between. Raising cattle well is less about the...