Author Archives: Julie Turner-Crawford
Lessons from the pandemic
The COVID pandemic has changed how we do many day-to-day things. We can’t go anywhere without being asked to wear a mask, and a night on the town may be…
Getting Results
Knowing the nutritional value of forages can help reduce feed costs Cattle producers are looking at their hay supply for the colder months. For some, that means it’s time to…
Austin Farms Salvage
Location: Butler, Mo. Owners: Bonnie Austin, and sons Mark and Joe Austin History: Austin Farms Salvage began in 1963. It evolved into the farm equipment salvage business in the late…
Saving History
Appleton City Landmarks Restoration, Inc., brings history back to life in St. Clair County, Mo. In Appleton City, Mo., a group of dedicated volunteers are digging deep into their community…
Is He Sound?
Breeding Soundness Exams can save money As fall approaches, cattle producers are looking to turn bulls out with females, but will he be able to do his job? Producers can…
Developing Bulls
Production of future herd sires begins before a bull is born When selecting a herd sire, producers look to what they want in the future. While some look to their…
Farmers and ranchers beware
I thought this day would never come. I never thought I would be telling farmers and ranchers in the Ozarks to be cautious about whom they allow on their farms,…
What’s VSV?
Vesicular stomatis is impacting equine owners in the Ozarks; the virus can spread to other livestock Animal health officials in Missouri, Oklahoma and Arkansas are warning livestock owners to be on…
Developing Bulls
Production of future herd sires begins before a bull is born When selecting a herd sire, producers look to what they want in the future. While some look to their…
Selling for Decades
Dwight and Melodee Glossip bring buyers, sellers and horses together at the Missouri Horse Auction For more than a quarter-century, Dwight and Melodee Glossip have been selling horses on the…