Midwestern Cattle Management

Archive for: July 2009

July 30, 2009

Keep Cattle Safe from Rustlers

Filed under: Uncategorized - 30 Jul 2009

A recent article published by Reuters declares that cattle rustling is on the rise. With the economy tanking, people are looking to get cash fast.

Stolen cattle are often loaded onto trailers and taken straight from the farm or ranch …

July 28, 2009

It Pays Not to Burn Any Bridges

Filed under: Uncategorized - 28 Jul 2009

While in my previous job as Editor of a popular agricultural newspaper, I had the privilege of meeting and working closely with many people across the country whose hearts and lives are firmly embedded in agriculture. I also had the …

July 27, 2009

Beef Checkoff - a 500% return on your Dollar

Filed under: Uncategorized - 27 Jul 2009

Over the years I have heard mixed reactions to the Beef Checkoff Program from producers. Some declare the money they spend is worth every penny, while others grumble and complain that the government is just taking more money from their …

July 25, 2009

It’s Saturday and Recipe Day!

Filed under: Uncategorized - 25 Jul 2009

Grilled Beef Fajita Salad

Salsa Dressing
1 container (14 ounces) refrigerated salsa (1 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil

Fajita Salad
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 pound beef sirloin steak, about 1 inch thick
2 medium red or green bell peppers, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
9 cups bite-size …

July 23, 2009

USDA Awards Money to Assist Disabled Farmers, Ranchers

Filed under: Uncategorized - 23 Jul 2009

Have you ever heard of the AgrAbility Program? It has proven to be a huge help to farmers or ranchers who have been hit with a disability which may otherwise stop them from earning a living, doing the hard work …

July 22, 2009

Furniture Row Racing Promotes Agriculture

Filed under: Uncategorized - 22 Jul 2009

“Heartland” Race Car Visual Proof of Support for Ag Producers

I have always felt that the “general public” is typically disconnected from farmers and ranchers, and that there often exists a communications gap between “urban” and “rural.” Sometimes it …

July 21, 2009

Hay Fires are Out There - What to Watch For

Filed under: Uncategorized - 21 Jul 2009

With the wet spring many areas have experienced in Colorado and Nebraska this year, producers were challenged with small windows of opportunity to bale and store hay at the proper moisture level, while at the same time trying to avoiding …

July 20, 2009

Some Women Don’t Know their own Strength

Filed under: Uncategorized - 20 Jul 2009

Out in my neck of the woods, fire hit a local farm over the weekend. Fortunately, structural damage was minimal, and no livestock was lost, thanks to the bravery and clear thinking of a soft-spoken Southern-bred lady who happens …

July 18, 2009

A recipe from Texas Chef Harry Salazar …

Filed under: Recipes - 18 Jul 2009

Chipotle Sloppy Joes with Crunchy Coleslaw

Sloppy Joes Ingredients:
1 lb. lean ground beef (95%)
1/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup frozen (or fresh) corn

July 17, 2009

What a Sale! (and Thanks, Joel B.!)

Filed under: Uncategorized - 17 Jul 2009

It’s been a very busy week at Midwestern Cattle Marketing with our 2009 Reno Video Auction held this past Monday, July 13! I have been so busy, I have missed blogging for a couple of days!

Those of you who tuned …

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