Why Jackpots?
You might be asking, “Why bother with jackpots? The county fair is what really matters.” Here’s the truth: jackpot shows […]
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Five-Minute Drills for Every Species
A lot of families overcomplicate showmanship practice. They think it has to take hours every night in the barn. The […]
The Three Pillars of Showmanship Success: Training, Knowledge, and Practice
Every champion you see in the show ring, no matter the species, is standing on the same three pillars: training, knowledge, and practice. Miss even one of these, and it shows. Get all three right, and you’ll be hard to beat.
Foundations of Cattle Ring Awareness
In this blog on ring awareness, I wanted to look at the first components of transitions and moving in the […]
Cattle Selection Series: Width and Muscle
In this last blog of the cattle selection series, I wanted to look at the two biggest components of market […]
Cattle Selection Series: On Body Types
Lets dive into three components of selecting a show calf that will help you win at your next show. Three […]
Cattle Selection Series: “Up Fronted”
When evaluating a show calf, a key feature to evaluate is the front end. In showmanship this can be particularly […]
Cattle Selection Series: Topline
When evaluating a show calf, one of the most important features to consider is the topline. This is the easiest […]
Considerations For Club Calf Selection
Show cattle selection is a very difficult skill to master. Showmen are notorious for selecting the less desirable calf in […]
The Importance of Knowledge and Practice with Show Livestock
Sheep, goat, cattle, and swine showmanship aren’t about getting good and staying there. Showmanship is about getting good enough to […]