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Jun. 20, 2013

New Contest, New Video & More Fluffy Cows

The official start of summer begins tomorrow, and to kick off the beginning of a new season, I thought it would be a good time to have a photo....More
Jun. 19, 2013

Does Red Meat Increase Diabetes Risk?

Does red meat increase your chances of getting Type 2 diabetes? A new study released on June 17 by JAMA Internal Medicine has come to that conclusion....More
Beef checkoff grilling photo
Jun. 18, 2013

Consumers Face Sticker Shock At Meat Case This Summer

While you’re spending time in the tractor baling hay this summer, you’ll likely hear the new beef campaign, “Beef, Above All Else,” featuring the....More
Jun. 17, 2013

We Scramble To Make Hay Amid Rain, While Others Pray For Rain

Last year’s drought, coupled with an extremely long and harsh winter, has depleted our hay supply. Luckily, we have received a steady amount of....More
stress on the beef ranch
Jun. 13, 2013

Is Stress Wreaking Havoc On Your Family Ranch?

Weather-related stress and other sources of concern in agriculture can put persistent strain on farmers and ranchers operating in today's....More
Jun. 11, 2013

Calling All Single Cowboys

During calving season earlier this year, I jokingly suggested that BravoTV make a reality show called, “Real Ranchwives of Rural America.” I learned....More
Jun. 11, 2013

What Do Young People Need To Stay In Rural America?

Rural communities are losing the next generation. How can we retain young people in rural America?....More
lautner farms responds to viral fluffy cow hype
Jun. 7, 2013

Is The #FluffyCow Trend Good For The Industry?

The show cattle industry is gaining lots of media attention, as photos and commentary about “fluffy cows” are showing up on websites and in....More
Jun. 6, 2013

Feeder Responds Positively To Tyson FarmCheck™ Audits

Last fall, you may have read about Tyson Foods' announcement of a new audit program, called Tyson FarmCheck™, that aims to ensure responsible on-farm....More
Jun. 5, 2013

10 Favorite Ranch Life Memories

In the last couple of weeks, I dedicated not one but two blog posts to signs you might be having a bad day on the ranch. The response was so great....More
beef industry hot topics you should know
Jun. 4, 2013

5 Feel-Good Stories About Beef This Week

All too often, we focus on the negative things being said about our industry in the media. Today, I want to look at the bright side of things, so I....More
Jun. 3, 2013

Readers Pick Their Favorite Ranch Sweetheart Photos

There have been many fun photo contests on this blog over the years, featuring everything from calves, to kids, to cowgirls. But I must say, I think....More
May. 30, 2013

Spring Rains Rally Our Ranch Hopes, But Is It Too Little Too Late?

Untimely snow in April and non-stop rains in May have added moisture to the area, but is it enough to alleviate the drought?....More
May. 29, 2013

Beef Demand Is Soft In Kickoff To Summer Grilling Season

Memorial Day is regarded as the kickoff weekend to summer. Even though the official start to summer doesn’t roll around until June 21, it’s evident....More
May. 28, 2013

Tailgate Up Or Down?

Nothing says “country” quite like a pickup truck. The age-old debate about which make is better – Ford, Dodge and Chevy – continues among ranchers....More
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A fifth-generation rancher from Mitchell, SD, Amanda grew up on a purebred Limousin cattle operation in which she and husband Tyler are active. She graduated with a degree in agriculture journalism...
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