Experience teaches only the teachable.
Richard and I attended the excellent Bud Williams Marketing and Stockmanship school November 6-8. Every time we visit the master we learn many new things.
Jim Lindsay of Low Stress Stockhandling in Australia, Jack Martin of Bar M Bar Ranch, and Richard discuss stockmanship at the school.
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