Articles by Rick Machen
As cattle prices rise due to drought, low cattle numbers and other factors, the hope that profitability will come with it skyrockets. However, many factors play into profitability, not just the price of cattle.
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Economic importance of cow longevity and depreciation
Cow longevity is directly related to the profitability of an operation. Cows that leave the herd before weaning a fifth calf saddle the remaining cows with extra costs.
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13 non-monetary incentives for ranch employees
Most people who work on a ranch don’t do it for the money. With that in mind, non-monetary incentives provided for employees who exceed expectations can be a great way to motivate and retain a great workforce.
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