Beef Goes to Europe
American Rancher
After years of being denied access by the European Union, U.S. beef may be heading to markets in Europe.
Understanding Pigeon Fever
American Rancher
A disease has moved into the West from California that can take a terrible toll on your horse.
Cliff's Day
American Rancher
We laid a friend and neighbor to rest last week. While funerals are not pleasant this one was fitting
Work Ethic and Art
American Rancher
The mental attitude and work ethic is is strong for those work from the back of a horse.
Western Americana
American Rancher
They are rare....they are a part of our Western history and if you're lucky on your next road trip you might actually spot one!
Intensive Grazing
American Rancher
I just learned about a grazing technique that is very interesting to say the least.
Cattle DNA Part II
American Rancher
Researching the sequenced bovine genome may be the next step in the judging and selection of beef animals to improve the product ranchers provide consumers.
Cattle DNA
American Rancher
Ever since man decided cows needed to be better in his eyes there has been a selection process and judge to carry out the evaluation and make a final decision.
EPA and Agriculture
American Rancher
Sometimes a government agency recklessly throws out rules without regard to the economic hardship they could cause American industries.
Confidence and Competition
American Rancher
Some people loose confidence when they get on a horse while other folks gain confidence because of their horse.
Making a Difference Through Hitches
American Rancher
We often imagine that American companies are ruled by greed, that
certainly isn't trlue with B and W Trailer Hitches
Bovine viral diarrhea or BVD
American Rancher
Bovine viral diarrhea or BVD in cattle is an ailment that is estimated to cost the industry right at $50 million each year.
Oregon Woves Part Two
American Rancher
In early April wolves came and killed 19 lambs within 200 yards of an Oregon ranch house. This is not what proponents of wolf reintroduction convinced followers and legislators would happened if wolves were turned loose in the wild.
Oregon Wolves Part One
American Rancher
They are here again, in my opinion they shouldn't be, but they are, so, now we inherit the problems they bring.
Recap on Calving Season
American Rancher
Calving season in the Pacific Northwest is mostly in the home stretch. So what are a lot of ranchers thinking about now?
In The Company of Cowgirls
American Rancher
An event in Pendleton Oregon this Thursday honors a person who has inspired countless cowboys and ranchers.
Pendleton Cattle Baron Weekend and Western Classic Gelding Sale
American Rancher
May 4 2009
Let er buck! It's not the Pendleton Round-up... it's a whole new deal! A great event you won't want to miss!
Water Workout
American Rancher
Ranchers are not only as independent as a hog on ice, they are also self-dependent when the need arises.
Keep Them Comfortable
American Rancher
Making sure cattle are comfortable can provide better returns for producers
Mostly Controlled
American Rancher
Total control of bovine diseases just doesn't happen overnight.
Polo Ponies and Lambs
American Rancher
21 polo ponies mysteriously die and it is an international event. 23 lambs were brutally killed little a over a week prior and the mainstream media ignores the story! Surprised?
Ten Things Horseshoers Don't Want to Hear
American Rancher
Ten things your horse shoer never wants to hear.