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  • The End of an Era: Saying Goodbye to Rainmaker
    October 19, 2025

    The End of an Era: Saying Goodbye to Rainmaker

    HF Rainmaker 871 joined our herd in 2019 as an inexpensive young bull with average numbers on paper. Over six breeding seasons he covered 25 to 35 cows each year and outlasted every higher-priced bull that followed him. What he lacked in pedigree, he made up for in performance, and his legacy will live on through the cattle he left behind.

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  • One of the Trade-Offs of Pasture-Raised Beef
    October 18, 2025

    One of the Trade-Offs of Pasture-Raised Beef

    Pasture-raised cattle live active lives, walking and grazing across open land rather than standing in feedlots. That movement builds stronger muscles and richer flavor, which means the beef may not be as tender — but it’s more nutrient-dense, deeply flavorful, and a true reflection of how the animal lived.

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  • The Truth About Water Footprints and Pastured Beef
    September 4, 2024

    The Truth About Water Footprints and Pastured Beef

    You may have heard the saying that reducing your red meat consumption can significantly lower your water footprint. It’s a claim often repeated in discussions about sustainability, but let me tell you why this statement can be misleading, especially when...

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