Simplicity is an acquired taste. Mankind, left free, instinctively complicates life.
Richard had a chance to speak to conference attendees before speaking.
This was our largest audience so far, about 200 attendees. Here they are finishing dinner while Richard gets his powerpoint and movies ready to show.
It was great to see faces who have attended other talks, especially there were several people who were at the Houston and Hartville schools. Also nice to hear one fella say he came to the program just to hear us talk!
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