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Attracting Birds to Your Backyard

Summer is a season of warmth, vibrant colors, and the joyful chirps of wild birds. For many, there's something magical about having a variety of feathered friends visit your backyard. Whether you're an experienced bird enthusiast or just starting out, attracting wild birds during the summer months can turn your...

Tips to Help Your Horse Beat the Summer Heat

Tips to Help Your Horse Beat the Summer Heat: the summer heat is here, and with it comes a unique set of challenges for our beloved equine companions! The combination of heat and humidity can place an added burden on horses during training sessions, competitive showings, and when they are...

6th Torneo Charro de Los Alazanes

¡Marquen sus calendarios! El 6th Torneo Charro de Los Alazanes se llevará a cabo el 6 y 7 de septiembre en honor a Marcos Valdez. Equipez -Punteadero Pialadero Libre Y Ninos. Este en Lienzo Charro Los Pinos, 4801 County Rd., Alvarado, TX. Mas informes contacto Pepe en 469-499-7481.

Ultimate Guide to Summer Gardening

Ultimate Guide to Summer Gardening: With the warmth of summer on the horizon, it's time to prepare your garden for the vibrant season ahead. Transitioning your garden to handle the hot summer months is an essential task for every gardener. This shift not only involves adapting your garden to the...

Summer Mineral Minute – Cattle Mineral Program

Summer Mineral Minute - Enhancing Your Cattle's Health with a Comprehensive Mineral Program As we embrace the warmth and vitality of summer, it's the perfect time to focus on optimizing your cattle's health and productivity through a well-rounded mineral program. Here are some quick and timely considerations to ensure your...

2026 Livestock Shows

The eagerly anticipated calendar for the 2026 Livestock Shows in the great state of Texas has been officially announced. It’s time to mark your calendars!  From the heart of the Lone Star State to its sprawling outskirts, each venue will offer a unique experience. Check them out and experience the...

Avoiding Heat Stress With Horses

In the height of summer competition season, it is common to have days of intense heat. This heat can be even harder on your horse than it is on you. If you are seeing sluggishness in your horse here are some facts that are important to know about the heat...

Feeding Deer in Late Spring and Summer

  Feeding Deer in Late Spring and Summer: The deer herd has survived the winter and early spring and is entering the most energy and nutrient demanding period of the year. Bucks have antlers developing, does are finishing gestation and starting to lactate, and fawns are growing at their peak...

Using Cattle Minerals as Your Ounce of Prevention

It’s time to think about cattle minerals differently. Using cattle minerals as your ounce of prevention can pay off for producers in the long run. A mineral can be more than just a way of efficiently delivering nutrition to your herd – it can also be a cost-effective health management...

Raising Chicks 6-8 Weeks

At week six, you made it through the brooding period! Between 6 and 8 weeks of age, your chicks will be much larger and will need twice the amount of floor space they started with. If the temperature is mild and the chicks are fully feathered, they can be allowed...