Passing on the Skills
Linda James began cooking as a young 4-H member
DIAMOND, MO. - For 28 years, Linda James taught home economics (Family and Consumer Science) at...
The Recipes for Success
Couple travels to four states with their award-winning chili
MUSKOGEE, OKLA. - Richard Millsap has always loved to cook, especially chili. After some prodding by...
Cowboy Cooking
Justin Jackson combines his love of outdoor cooking and Western heritage
HOWE, OKLA. - As a boy, Justin Jackson began cooking at deer camp with...
Switching to Angus
The Casteras say going to Angus has been more profitable for their farm
ROMANCE, ARK. - Mark Castera knew something didn’t make sense. When he...
From Show Horses to Show Heifers
Blue Ridge Farms began a Shorthorn operation five years ago
MOUNT VERNON, ARK. - Blue Ridge Farms in Mount Vernon, Ark., began as a rehab...
A Buzzing Business
Arkansas teen found bees when looking for a project to strengthen her SAE
JASPER, ARK. - In her senior year of high school, Arkansas FFA...
Back in Business
Rodney and Lisa Alderson took a break from the cattle industry, but started again after moving to the Ozarks
ZANONI, MO. - The Ozarks is...
An Honest Approach to Beef
T.J. Martin’s clients trust him to provide a quality, chemical free product
MUSE, OKLA. - T.J. Martin has been part of the cattle business for...
Meeting the Challenge
Braveheart Cattle Company changed their marketing strategy as their audience changed
MOUNT VERNON, ARK. - Like any industry, when your cattle company drastically (or even...
From Small Town Kid to State Officer
Wapiti Mefford has served as a leader in Arkansas 4-H
JASPER, ARK. - In 2022, Newton County Arkansas 4-H welcomed its’ first state 4-H officer....
