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    when will the show industry start to reflect the production side?

    it doesn't have to follow the commercial industry to a T, however, we must remember that for the large majority of people who show cattle, especially heifers, there is a desired end point to a show animals career, whether that is freezer beef from a steer or a cow from a heifer. It just seems to...
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    when will the show industry start to reflect the production side?

    I agree with saying the best should win regardless of size, but this is starting to fall through lately . In the class example I gave , I don't want to say the third place heifer was flawless, cause that would be a lie , but he didn't fault her in his critique except for saying he didn't like...
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    when will the show industry start to reflect the production side?

    After attending a show this weekend, and doing some thinking, what I used to alway think became an evident fact. The show industry seems to be heading in the wrong direction for economically raising cattle. I saw a heifer class where there were three pretty good heifers in the top end, which...
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    Supplements for Simmi Steer

    A good steer will develop down his topline on his own. Just feed and time. As far as I know , there is no miracle supplement out there that is just gonna add muscle and width down a calfs top, if you find it then let me know! Feed additives for his kinda thing are like hair growth supplements...
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    Interesting reading on Sullivan flyer !!!!!

    Joshua is 100% right on with his comment, the shorthorn breed has plenty of frame size with the majority of the bloodlines, so I don't see much problem there. The problem lies with maturation, as most bloodlines in the shorthorn breed have harder doing, later maturing traits. There is an...
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    Opinion on Clippers

    I have a PREMIER 4000C. It is a Very good clipper and runs exceptionally quiet compared to the oster and listers. I would reccomend them to anyone. Now they are a little pricey, however, you get what you pay for !!!!
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    sexing semen

    Has anyone ever sexed bull semen or know how much it costs to do ???
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    vaccine knots

    anyone have any secrets for getting rid of knots on the neck due to vaccinations?
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    Vegas x Radio Active Heifer

    looks like a pretty good heifer, would probably look really good once she gets clipped out
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    What's it cost to sex semen?

    Does anybody know if Inerglobe Genetics in Illinois sexes semen?
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    Hereford Heifer for sale

    posted on page 2 of  "CATTLE FOR SALE". Dont let this great offering pass you by!
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    Hereford Heifer for sale

    This is a June 20 2011 polled hereford heifer out of Star of Fire 145W ET who is a son of Bright Future, and a Reload cow that was Reserve Grand Hereford heifer at 2007 KY Beef Expo , and a class winner at 2006 Hoosier Beef Congress. She is nothing short of her mother and possibly even better...
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    Hereford Heifer

    Hereford Heifer This is a June 20 2011 polled hereford heifer out of Star of Fire 145W ET who is a son of Bright Future, and a Reload cow that was Reserve Grand Hereford heifer at 2007 KY Beef Expo , and a class winner at 2006 Hoosier Beef Congress. She is nothing short of her mother and...
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    Drawing bull semen

    I was wondering where a good place to get semen drawn on a bull would be. The closer to southern Indiana the better. Thanks!      <rock>
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    Bushy Park Farm HAA New Level 3 year old cow for sale in IN.

    Was wondering if I could get a pic of the shorthorn cow ..  thanks !
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    fluffing hair

    ive got a calf with some decently long hair, however the problem with it is that it doesnt "pop" out. it is not like a fuzzy type hair or "fur" , it is more like long thin hair. I was wondering if anyone had some secrets they would share on how to make this lay flat hair stand out and be useful...
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    Coolest Farm Hats

    this is the coolest hat design for a show firm
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    Andis 5-speed clippers

    i am considering getting a set of 5-speed clippers and was wanting to hear some input from people who own, or have used them. i know they are quite a bit lighter than the 2-speeds and go slightly faster, but im wondering if the lighter, smaller design, and 10% faster motor are worth the $50...
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    sullivan half chutes

    I am considering getting a sullivans half chute for show purposes only. I have a steel one at home to break calves with. I would love to hear anyones thoughts about them that has them or has ever used one or know someone with one. All input welcome.
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    Sonny Shorthorn Heifer

    can i get some more pics?
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