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Horns N Hooves
🐄 Horns and Hooves: The Highland Cattle Podcast
Are you tired of sorting through bad advice about raising Highland and Highland Cross cattle? Do you need practical, proven strategies to make smart decisions for your farm? You've come to the right place!
Welcome to Horns and Hooves, the podcast dedicated to being your go-to source for all things Highland and Highland Cross cattle.
Join your hosts, Lori Racicky (from Creekside Highland Haven) and Taylor Hauser (from Hausers Homestead). We started this podcast because we learned the hard way - through our own mistakes and by trusting the wrong advice. We know what it's like to feel all alone, juggling costly decisions and second-guessing every move.
The good news is: You don't have to anymore!
What We Cover:
We dive into topics that truly matter to the everyday cattle owner, offering real stories and honest advice from people who live it. We keep it real and share what works, learning from experience, not nonsense.
- Farm Economics: Expert tips on managing feed costs and making financially savvy choices.
- Buying & Selling: Strategies for navigating the complexity of livestock auctions and sales.
- The Hard Truths: We tackle the subjects others avoid, like getting straight answers about cattle sizes, temperament, and quality.
- Community Support: Our mission is to build a strong community where everybody feels welcome, no matter how long you've been in the game.
Our goal is to cut through the noise and give you the practical takeaways you need to raise a healthy, successful herd.
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How To Build A Cattle Business At 11 Years Old
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Join us for an inspiring journey into the heart of cattle ranching as we sit down with a guest who began her agricultural empire at just 11 years old. From starting with a small bottle calf to navigating the high-stakes world of embryo transfers and Angus-Jersey crosses, this episode explores the dedication required to build a successful livestock business from the ground up.
We dive deep into the technical side of ranching, including the challenges of raising twins, the intricacies of managing recipient cows, and the "miracle" stories that keep ranchers motivated through tough seasons. Whether you are a seasoned producer or just starting out, you will find invaluable insights on genetic pairings, market readiness, and the true meaning of stockmanship.
Key Takeaways
Starting young in agriculture builds a foundation of knowledge and resilience that pays off in college and beyond.
Strategic breeding, such as using Jersey recipient cows for embryos, can lead to higher success rates and better maternal care for high-value calves.
Successful ranching requires a support system of mentors, including family and experienced cattlemen, to navigate difficult calving situations.
Episode Highlights
The guest shares how she used her childhood savings to purchase her first two heifers at 11, turning a hobby into a thriving business.
A look at the "Broken Bow" miracle and the excitement of discovering rare Highland-cross calves.
Navigating the emotional and physical demands of bottle-feeding calves while maintaining a full-time school schedule.
Timestamps
02:15 Genetic pairings and embryo transfer success
08:45 The logistics of bottle calves and recipient cows
15:30 Building a business at eleven years old
22:10 Managing high-energy Highlands and Jerseys
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Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/