Putting the customer first is the business motto of Rapp Premium Genetics
ROCKVILLE, MO. - Chris and Reba Rapp already had a history in the cattle business before venturing off into the world of breeding. Both come from families that raised and sold registered Hereford and Angus cows.
But it wasn’t until after they got married in 2014 that they looked...
Sweet Grass Ranch & High Prairie Cattle sell locally to the Webster County Community
MARSHFIELD, MO. - While Luke Inniger didn’t grow up on a farm, his grandfather’s farmstead in Ohio cultivated a longing in him to have his own piece of property one day. The family farm raised hogs, dairy cattle, along with corn, beans, and wheat.
Luke visited his...
MC Cattle Ranch runs a “old school” breeding program
BROKEN ARROW, OKLA. - Chryssa and Marcus Matthews, 28 and 30, respectively, were raised in the ranching world. Prior to being married, each knew that whomever they grew old with would have to commit to the ranch life.
Today, the spouses own and operate MC Cattle Ranch LLC on over 200 acres...
The Burgesses strive to provide the healthiest beef they can
ROLAND, OKLA. - The origin story of the Soggy Bottom Cattle Co. is unique, to say the least. It involves tragedy, found love, inspiration and a bout of two left feet.
“I lost my first wife to Lou Gehrig’s disease and afterward ran into a childhood friend. We grew up together...
Bret and Kristy Wilson run Flying W Cattle Company in Fairland, Okla. where they are also both real estate agents.
FAIRLAND, OKLA. - Bret and Kristy Wilson dated in high school, but then they went their separate ways. About 28 years later, they got back together and are now married.
A similar story could be told about the ranch they operate outside...
Hometown: Rogersville, Mo.
Parents: LaBreea Coon
Siblings: Kyler Edmonds, Makayla Edmonds, Elijah Coon
FFA Chapter: Logan-Rogersville FFA
Chapter Advisor: Mrs. Smith and Mr. Holt
What is your involvement in agriculture? My family breeds Arabian horses so I work at my family farm feeding horses and cleaning stalls. I also show and ride cutting horses with my family and friends, so I spend a lot...
Hometown: El Dorado Springs, Mo.
County: Vernon
Family members: Husband, Robert. Adult Kids Levi and Hannah
In Town: I am a group leader at 3M manufacturing in Nevada, Mo. My department makes car wraps and printable films that companies use for advertising.
In the Country: Our family runs a commercial cow/calf operation on 320 acres. Our cows are Red and Black Angus based that...
Location: Seymour, MO
County: Webster
Owners: Camden Billings
History of the business: My passion for tractors and farm equipment started when I was very young and got my first toy farm set. I took apart all the implements, learned how they worked, then fixed or modified them. I then started helping my parents and grandparents on their farms, especially during hay season....
A Historic Relic that Continues to Stand the Test of Time
JOPLIN, MO. - Wilder’s Steakhouse, located on historic Main Street in downtown Joplin, Missouri, hosts one of the oldest buildings in the southwest corner of the state, which was erected in 1908. Mike and Marsha Pawlus purchased Wilder’s Steakhouse in 1996. The restaurant was originally owned by Vern Wilder...
Hi-Way Cafe in Vinita, Oklahoma, is a popular stop along Route 66 and is loved for its delicious food and fun photo opportunities.
VINITA, OKLA. - Since 1963, Hi-Way Cafe has been a fixture along both Route 66 and the Jefferson Highway just 2 miles west of Vinita, Oklahoma, providing a different style of cuisine with each owner and delighting...
Owner: Kirk Powell
Location: Green Forrest, Ark.
History: Gene Powell started the business in 1942 and it was located on the town square. Gene sold the business to his brother Daniel Kirk (D.K.) & John Powell in 1974. D.K. bought out John in 1975. The mill was then moved next to the North Arkansas Livestock Auction barn in 1986.
The business is...
Having your cattle ready for spring breeding
One of the major issues many face upon the arrival of spring is maintaining adequate nutrition levels in...
Getting a BSE for your bulls before turnout
During the breeding season, determining if your bulls will be satisfactory for your herd’s gene pool should...
Is your herd benefiting from the minerals and vitamins they need
Minerals and vitamins account for a very small proportion of daily dry matter intake...
Artificial insemination (AI) is a powerful tool for beef cattle producers, providing a strategic approach to genetic improvement, increased productivity and higher profitability.
Artificial Insemination...
Tips for Keeping Livestock Healthy and Prepared for Weather Changes
With the new year fully underway, the Ozark region enters the final few months of...
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