Draft Day

Far more exciting than NFL Draft Day, Draft Day at Blasdel Ranch is the day that determines, to a large degree, the future of the herd. (I was hoping to insert a witty sports joke here, but who am I kidding - I've got nothin') I have fond memories of riding in my dad's pickup …

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Weaning

If you think a toddler wails loudly when separated from its mom, imagine the absolute cacophony of 200 calves bawling at the same time…then add the distressed cries of another 200 mama cows, looking for their babies. “Say goodbye to Mama,” I chuckle with my ranch hands. Because, well, there ain’t no sissies in ranchin’!  …

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