The problem is when people start getting a sense of entitlement. Every show is a new show, it doesn't matter if you have the best animal that's ever walked on 4 legs and has been grand at ever show imaginable. NO amount of previous winnings entitles a calf to win another show. You paid the judge...
If you aren't going to act mature and respectful yourself than how do you expect your children to act that way? Also, how can he complain about her cussing when he has a sailor's mouth?
Gerts are extremely adaptable. There is a herd in Canada also. There is a half blood gert heifer in Arkansas sired by Jakes proud jazz that is nothing short of amazing. The first heifer was FREE by the way thanks to our breeds donated heifer program... Something no other breed does. Good luck...
By breeding such tight bloodlines, these operations have a great opportunity to take advantage of in-breed heterosis. This is done a lot in the Hereford breed and produces outstanding results.
I've done some custom fitting the past 2 years. I used to think that was the career path I wanted to pursue but some recent experiences have changed my mind. I've made some good side money at it. If you're hauling to shows anyway and play your cards right, I found it possible to pay for some or...
One of the best Star 5's (half Gert, half anything else) is out of JPJ. She is a powerhouse - the only thing she can be faulted on is being too small framed for the show ring but she'll be perfect for production.