He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.
We spoke in the morning of May 14 to the Green Hills Farm Project in Linneus, Missouri. Then, in the afternoon Richard demonstrated some techniques of Low-Stress Livestock Handling. First he drove these yearling bulls around the pasture to begin their training, then he brought them up to the group.
Then groups of 3-6 people went out to practice the techniques alongside Richard. Special thanks to Allen and Tauna Powell for the use of their cattle and facility!
Richard Lee McConnell, 76, of Wishart, Missouri, passed away on April 26, 2026 in his home. He was born on June 2, 1949 in Republic,
June 2, 1949 – April 26, 2026 Father, husband, brother, son, grandfather, friend, and teacher A great friend of ours, Greg Christiansen, writes wonderful essays
Remember, the early bird price savings to attend our Spring online Proper Livestock Marketing course ENDS on February 20! Don’t forget to register before then
In-person School, Bolivar, Missouri, March 2-4, 2026 Each year we hold an in-person school in Bolivar, Missouri just before the annual Bud Summit. Registration is
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18