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    Photo Taking and Editing Class

    Has anyone seen the posts for BJ Eick's online Livestock Photography course? I am throw a few of modules so far and it is really. Good I have particularly liked the how to set up a picture pen, equipment and editing videos. The class isn't cheap but I think it is really good value considering...
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    Preventative actions preparing for shows

    Give them Vita Charge for three consecutive days prior to the show and then during as need. It will protect the digestive system through stress and keep them eating. You won't see the full effectiveness of antibiotics if they aren't eating or nutrition isn't on point.
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    Joint Supplement Survey

    I have a quick joint supplement survey that I am working on and would love to get some responses from this group. Here is the link: http://lanresourcesllc.com/cgi-bin/rws5.pl?FORM=JointSupplementSurvey
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    What's your "don't leave home without it" show box item??

    This is an article that we put together for Sure Champ that features Seldom Rest Farms and what is in their tack box. http://surechamp.com/2016/04/06/showbox-secrets-for-success-seldom-rest-farms/ I loved two of their suggestions - the credit card and a hand saw!
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    Valentine's Day Coloring Sheets

    If you are needing to keep the kids busy have them print off one of Sure Champ's Valentine's Day coloring sheets. http://surechamp.com/2016/02/03/valentines-day-stock-show-life-coloring-contest/
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    Stock Show Christmas Wish List

    Putting together these wish lists is one of my favorite things that I get to do on the Sure Champ blog each year. In addition to the family wish list there is a girls and guys list. You can find all the wish lists, and where to purchase at...
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    Video: Grand Champion Steer Drive Cow Palace

    I didn't get out to California this year, but my Sure Champ team capture this video of the Grand Champion Steer Drive: https://youtu.be/b85PhZ3TmY8 You can watch the goat, steer and hog drives here: http://biozymeinc.com/surechamp/?p=8617 I am excited to see everyone at the Royal next week!
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    Weaning with Quiet Weans (nose clips)

    Another breeder and I were talking about that exact scenario the other day. I would think the calves would try and go back to nursing? We would looking at our cow's udders last night. Our quiet weans have been in for about 10 days, and the cow's udders aren't completely dry. Anyone else have...
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    Weaning with Quiet Weans (nose clips)

    To be honest we haven't really had any noise out of the calves once they are pulled. There is a little from the cows, but not very much.
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    Getting goats to eat and gain weight

    Full disclosure I work for BioZyme the makers of Sure Champ and Vita Charge, but they are two products I would definitely take a look at. This testimonial from a customer sounds a lot like what you are dealing with - http://surechamp.com/testimonial/evan-kemper/ If you don't need the protein...
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    Concrete vs sand

    This is a really good article about concrete vs. dirt by Jason Lackey - http://lackeylivestock.com/concretedirt/#more-54
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    Weaning with Quiet Weans (nose clips)

    We have used Quiet Weans for a really long time, but I this year we have received more questions about them than I can remember. We put together a blog post about why we've liked using them. http://jjbcattlecompany.com/low-stress-weaning-with-quiet-wean For us one of the biggest benefits has...
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    Putting weight on market hefier

    Full disclosure I work for Sure Champ, but I would recommend you adding it to her ration. It will allow her to utilize what you are currently feeding more effectively and stimulate appetite. We several have peer review research studies that show Amaferm (found in Sure Champ) will give you an...
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    HomeMade Feed Recipe

    BioZyme, makers of Sure Champ, gives free access to all of their nutritionists. If you want them to take a look at your ration fill out the form at http://surechamp.com/feeding-strategies/ and we would love to help you out.
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    Go Pro

    That's cool. Did you use a clamp or suction mount?
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    Go Pro

    Anyone else have a GoPro? We did this fun video with at the National Junior Angus Show today. We set it on time lapse to take photos while the Grimes Family was getting their heifer ready. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgs_dlADQOw
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    Hereford Videos from Grand Island

    Here is the Champion Polled Owned Drive. https://youtu.be/EE7z8hRt2JY Owned Horned Heifers, Bred and Owned and Bulls can be found here: http://biozymeinc.com/surechamp/?p=7797
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    Hereford Videos from Grand Island

    We are into the Owned Show now at Hereford Junior Nationals. Been a really good show with tons on new exhibitors, which I think is even more exciting. Grand Champion Steer Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk_jnzupILE Additional show ring videos from Hereford...
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    fly spray

    There has been tons of the SWAT product Sullivan's sells at Junior Nationals. Is not supposed to break down glue. Haven't tried it ourselves, but plan to at State Fair.
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    Red Angus

    Recently returned from the North American Red Angus Junior Event (similar to a junior national, but this isn't sanctioned by the Association). It it was an awesome event put on by Red Angus breeders from across the country that understand the value of junior programs. Lots of nice show females...
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