Hot Barn Report

HOT BARN REPORT: R-CalfUSA Friday with Karina Jones

According to the Daily Livestock Report, weekly data from USDA‐AMS shows that, through the week ending April 9, US imports of fresh/frozen beef were 30% higher than the same 15 week period a year ago. Higher imports from Brazil have accounted for more than half of the overall increase. At this time last year Brazil accounted for 2% of US imports but currently its market share has jumped to 15%. [READ MORE…]

Ranch Raised

Ranch Raised – Episode 144

I know I am behind my usual schedule for my garden. By now I usually have all my root crops in and my cool season greens. And frankly, the April wind left me battered and beaten and honestly avoiding working in my garden. But, the spring moisture has finally arrived and this damp crisp air has me invigorated to lay in garden rows of cool season crops like radishes, greens and root crops. [READ MORE…]

Ranch Raised

Ranch Raised – Episode 143

Yesterday started some of my girls most favorite work, AIing their cattle. It was a big surprise to have one of the heifers that was just shown 48 hours earlier and earned some top honors, come into heat yesterday. But that is the priority, making cows first and doing some showing on the side. [READ MORE…]

Ranch Raised

Ranch Raised – Episode 142

Before long, these hills will awaken from their long winter naps and come alive with a fresh, vibrant landscape. We hustle around to help all of our neighbors work their spring calves and enjoy a bit of friendly company with those that enjoy the same way of life that we do. [READ MORE…]

Ranch Raised

Ranch Raised – Episode 141

There is no better time of year to share about life on the ranch than spring! We just had a warm, spring shower pass through and I think I saw my chives grow 6 inches before my eyes and I’m just sure that is the sound of brome grass I hear growing out in the pastures. [READ MORE…]

Ranch Raised

Ranch Raised – Episode 140

If spring was a color it would be green and there is no doubt that right now spring greens are popping up in gardens across America. As the days warm up and we all turn to being more active and outside, it is natural that we all pivot from those fall and winter comfort foods to lighter eating fair. [READ MORE…]