Category Archives: Ag
Giveaway: Butte County Locals Only
This is a blog about our cattle ranch, so it’s time to do another beef giveaway. Unfortunately I can’t ship my beef so this giveaway is for locals only, sorry! This is for one pound of our grass finished, fall … Continue reading
Outhouse in House?
In honor of Dr. Grandin’s visit, my Parent’s are installing our third set of humane handling corrals. I got to share with Dr. Grandin how much her designs have helped us and our cattle. I think she liked hearing that. … Continue reading
Farm Bureau 2012 Annual Dinner
Yesterday was a major life event for me. Not only did I get to see my agricultural hero speak in person. Twice. I also got to have lunch with her (I took her left over quesadilla home!). As if that … Continue reading
Like a Fat Kid in a Candy Store
I feel like a fat kid in a candy store right now. My idol. My hero. Dr. Temple Grandin is coming to speak in Chico tomorrow. AND I GET TO GO. Dr. Grandin is pretty much the reason why I … Continue reading
Thank YOU for Your Donation…..
The Beef Jar has the best readers. The response to The Scholarship has been pretty spectacular. It’s only been live for two weeks and my readers have already donated 10% of the $5,000 I need to establish the scholarship. I … Continue reading
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Fun Ag Facts VII
fun ag fact of the day: To prevent leftover cheese from hardening, butter the exposed edges before storing. fun ag fact of the day: Selection for economically important traits like wool type, has resulted in more than 200 distinct breeds … Continue reading
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Guest Post: Professional Aquaculture Services
Did you know that 50% of the seafood consumed in the world is farmed? And as the world’s population increases, aquaculture production is expected to grow to satisfy the demand? Blame it on the Cattle Ranch, but aquaculture is not something … Continue reading
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