Animals want us to lead, not with a carrot, but with a calm assertive energy.
Richard explains some key points to a landowner.
This has always been a difficult gather for this cattleman and his wife. They have to gather the field, put them in a corner, open the gate, and cross a paved highway into another field. Usually some go over and some cut back. Today the three people approached the gate in the perfect straight line perpendicular to the gate . . .
. . . and the cattle streamed across without any thought to cutting back!
After a short break this summer to regroup, I will be continuing our online Proper Stockmanship and Proper Livestock Marketing courses as well as the
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
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