The quintessential model of the American versatile family horse
SEYMOUR, MO. - Chris Nerland was born in Iowa in 1954. His family moved to South Dakota and purchased a dairy farm, which he collectively owns with his siblings. Nerland graduated high school in 1972 and joined the Navy one year later. Nerland was introduced to his future wife, Susan, through his...
Broken Trace Acres Keeps the Lockes Busy in Retirement
QUAPAW, OKLA. - What began as a way to stay busy in retirement turned into a growing livestock operation for Darren and Vicke Locke of Broken Trace Acres in Ottawa County. The couple officially started the farm in 2021 after returning home and purchasing a small property near Quapaw. While the...
Students embark on the Ag Industries Tour
POINT LOOKOUT, MO. - Over spring break, Dr. Brian Wilson and nine College of the Ozarks agriculture students embarked on an immersive, statewide industry tour designed to broaden their understanding of modern agriculture and the diverse careers that support it. The three-day trip took students to fourteen agricultural and ag-adjacent operations across Missouri,...
Family and Faith Guide the Work at Double K Gelbvieh
AFTON, OKLA. - Rodney and Heather Knepp built their cattle operation with a focus on family, quality livestock and a dedication to agriculture. Located near Afton, Okla., in Ottawa County, Double K Gelbvieh operates as both a seedstock Gelbvieh program and a commercial cow/calf herd.
Today, the Knepps manage approximately 20...
AGS: Not just a red meat allergy
It might be easy to think that something as small as a tick is harmless, but as a growing number of people in Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma are learning, this tiny arachnid can cause life-altering illness.
Living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome is different for everyone, but staying vigilant and stopping the tick bites is one...
Route 66’s Role in Connecting Farmers to America
SAPULPA, OKLA. - For generations of Oklahoma farmers, Route 66 was more than pavement stretching across the countryside – it was a pathway to survival, opportunity, and growth. Sapulpa, proudly known as the “Crossroads of America,” stands on this historic highway just outside of Highway 75, and now celebrates 100 years of...
Location: Nevada, Mo.
County: Vernon
Owners: Landon and Avery Hutchison, Justin and Charity Ogle
History of the business: Signature Livestock Sales was started in early 2026 as a collective idea between all members. We all have long histories in many facets of the livestock industry and wanted to offer a different online marketing opportunity to producers.
What are the products and services offered? We...
Hometown: Butler, Mo.
County: Bates
Family members: Mom, Myra
Off-The-Farm Career: “I graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor’s in Animal Science May 2020 and worked as a Vet Tech at H&E West MO Veterinary Clinic during Covid-19 to gain some work experience. During my time at the clinic I devided to start my Master’s Degree online through University of Nebraska-Lincoln....
Hometown: Miami, Oklahoma
County: Ottawa
Parents: Cathy and Troy Alexander
Siblings: Breanna Alexander
FFA Chapter: Bluejacket FFA
Chapter Advisor: Shawn Martin
What is your involvement in agriculture? I grew up on a farm right outside Miami, Oklahoma, with my parents and sister raising cattle, horses, and goats. When I was in 6th grade, I discovered I loved working with and showing goats. I showed goats...
A Eureka Springs Gem, Containing Countless Treasures from Local Artists
EUREKA SPRINGS, ARK. - The historic town of Eureka Springs, often coined Little Switzerland, is no stranger to art. The whole town is showcased in creative endeavors to offer a unique experience like none other. While there is no shortage of shops lining the historic rock-paved streets of Eureka’s downtown,...
Location: Stockton, Missouri
County: Cedar
Owner: Johnny Walker II
History of the business: I grew up in Stockton and graduated from Stockton school in 2018. My dad has been involved in building and construction, owning his own business in the area for as long as I can remember.
In 2021 I graduated from Iron Eagle Welding Academy in Stockton and began traveling for...
The United States Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of New World screwworm in the United States this past week.
The dangerous pest can seriously...
One of the most important management decisions in a cow/calf operation is determining when cows should calve. Yet, there is no single “best” calving...
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