We finally set up a Facebook account! Find us online @lostwellscattle. Our Facebook page will be devoted to Grassfed beef, health, and wellness. This blog will focus on issues facing cattle producers. Happy New Year!

 

We finally set up a Facebook account! Find us online @lostwellscattle. Our Facebook page will be devoted to Grassfed beef, health, and wellness. This blog will focus on issues facing cattle producers. Happy New Year!

 

Many toxins are dangerous in very small quantities. It makes sense that we should avoid these toxins, whether they are being tested for or not. Buy your food from a trusted source, and preferably locally. Dr Mercola discusses some of the dangers of hidden toxins in his article Dangers of Hidden Poisons in Your Food.

Many toxins are dangerous in very small quantities. It makes sense that we should avoid these toxins, whether they are being tested for or not. Buy your food from a trusted source, and preferably locally. Dr Mercola discusses some of the dangers of hidden toxins in ...

This is one of the best articles I have seen on Fats and Proteins vs. Carbs. We need to be able to separate the main-stream marketing ploys from the facts when it comes to healthy eating. Dr. Sears takes a look at our anthropology to explain our current state of health. Click here to read his article.

This is one of the best articles I have seen on Fats and Proteins vs. Carbs. We need to be able to separate the main-stream marketing ploys from the facts when it comes to healthy eating. Dr. Sears takes a look at our anthropology to explain our current state of ...

I often wonder if I`m doing all I can to improve my ranch management skills. Sometimes I fall into an arrogant spell, and think that I have it all figured out. This type of thinking limits progress and puts the brakes on advancement. Sure, many ideas can come from ingenuity, but it never hurts to listen to someone else`s ideas. Finding ways to adapt other peoples` successes to your operation is key to success. I have caught myself saying, "That will never work in our environment." It`s only when I recognize this defeatist attitude and address my pride that I can admit that maybe there is more to learn. Many ranchers get stuck in the mode of, "This is the way we have always done it." The only thing this type of thinking will guarantee is that you will be limited to historical mediocracy. Burke Teichert does an excellent job of explaining ways to improve Ranch Management skills. Click here to read his article.

I often wonder if I`m doing all I can to improve my ranch management skills. Sometimes I fall into an arrogant spell, and think that I have it all figured out. This type of thinking limits progress and puts the brakes on advancement. Sure, many ideas can come from ...

Dr. Al Sears combines a great sense of humor with some sobering facts about FDA policy and real health. He gives you the facts, and doesn`t mince words. Just another reason not to rely on the government for your health information. Click here for the full article.

Dr. Al Sears combines a great sense of humor with some sobering facts about FDA policy and real health. He gives you the facts, and doesn`t mince words. Just another reason not to rely on the government for your health information.

Chris Kresser explains the benefits of grassfed meats over their grain-fed counterparts. Most people are aware that grassfed meats are healthier, but few know why. Chris explains the difference and why you should care: Click here for the full article.

Chris Kresser explains the benefits of grassfed meats over their grain-fed counterparts. Most people are aware that grassfed meats are healthier, but few know why. Chris explains the difference and why you should care:

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In the last post, I briefly mention treating food as medicine. The constant response I get is that good food is expensive. My response to that has been, "pay for it now (with good food) or pay for it later (in medical bills)." Not to make light of people`s financial situation, I know how difficult it is to eat healthy. I also know how important it is, especially for growing kids and pregnant women. This article (and associated documentary) showcases a few innovative ways to improve access to healthy foods. 

`Food Frontiers` Documentary Reveals the Changing Landscape of the American Food System

In the last post, I briefly mention treating food as medicine. The constant response I get is that good food is expensive. My response to that has been, "pay for it now (with good food) or pay for it later (in medical bills)." Not to make light of people`s ...

I`ve read a lot about Ketogenic diets and their benefits for fighting cancer. This article by Dr. Mercola reinforces this point. When we start treating food as medicine, I think we will start to see a reprieve in these tragic modern diseases.  How a High-Fat Diet Helps Starve Cancer

I`ve read a lot about Ketogenic diets and their benefits for fighting cancer. This article by Dr. Mercola reinforces this point. When we start treating food as medicine, I think we will start to see a reprieve in these tragic modern diseases.  

The secret to their health has finally been discovered, and it`s not what you may think. The article from The Wellness Blog sheds some light on what the French diet and Grassfed meat and dairy have in common. Full Article.

The secret to their health has finally been discovered, and it`s not what you may think. The article from The Wellness Blog sheds some light on what the French diet and Grassfed meat and dairy have in common.

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Saturated fats have long been vilified as causing a barrage of health problems. It`s funny, though, how the low-fat, low-cholesterol diets that have been pushed on us the past few decades have failed to make us any healthier. Again, it`s time to look at history for the answers. Dr. Mercola does a great job reviewing the data concerning saturated fats. The conclusion: Eat more saturated fat! Grass-fed beef (and the fat) provide a great source of healthy protein and fat. Mercola article

Saturated fats have long been vilified as causing a barrage of health problems. It`s funny, though, how the low-fat, low-cholesterol diets that have been pushed on us the past few decades have failed to make us any healthier. Again, it`s time to look at history for ...

Organic and grassfed products often catch a lot of heat for their prices. I like to think of these holistic products as "custom made." The "custom" part generally means we are getting something better, something superior, not average. When I make the decision to "customize" the food I buy, it often leads me to think about my future, or the future of my kids. I have to ask myself, "Why would I want to skimp on my kids` development, or my kids` future health?" The issue is, of course, with the cost. Now we have more information to help us make healthy and longterm food buying decisions. Click on the link below to see the results of a recent study. 

New Studies Prove Organic and Grass-Fed Are Worth the Price

Organic and grassfed products often catch a lot of heat for their prices. I like to think of these holistic products as "custom made." The "custom" part generally means we are getting something better, something superior, not average. When I make the decision to ...

I`ve addressed the topic of bull buying in a March 2015 post. Recently, Drovers put out a similar article which goes into more detail about what to look for and how to find the right bull. I enjoyed the article, and was a little shocked to see this kind of advice come out of a major beef publication. Usually these publications tow the line for the major bull stud corporations, feedlots and packing plants. It was a welcome change from the "norm" of BS that we are constantly fed, and gave me hope that a few more people are starting to see that change is necessary. It all comes down to selecting a bull from a reputable producer who raises cattle to be sustainable and profitable. The article explains some of the problems with EPD Indices, discusses the value of heterosis, and talks about size, type, and quality. My favorite part is the discussion on "fancy, sexy bulls" near the end of the article. All joking aside, buying a bull that adds value will help move your herd in the right direction. Drovers Article

I`ve addressed the topic of bull buying in a March 2015 post. Recently, Drovers put out a similar article which goes into more detail about what to look for and how to find the right bull. I enjoyed the article, and was a little shocked to see this kind of advice come out of a ...

An interesting article in Drovers magazine points to mounting data showing the American cow herd is becoming less productive and requires more inputs. Calf weaning weights have not changed in over 20 years while cows have become higher maintenance. Seedstock producers and feedlot buyers are pushing these type of cattle at the commercial cattleman`s expense. The sad part is that many cattleman will not see it coming and will go out of business. Moderate cattle that thrive on grass with minimal inputs are the only answer to this problem. One of the suggestions is to "Purchase bulls out of cows that are managed like yours, or worse; have never missed a calf; and calve early." At T&T Cattle, we track exposure dates on our cows and check the calving dates to ensure all replacement heifers and bulls calve within the cows` first 2 cycles. We only keep bulls from cows that have never missed a calf. At calving, our cows are scored for udder quality, maternal traits, and disposition. At weaning, our cows are weighed, measured for hip height, and given a body conditioning score (BCS). The calf`s 205-day adjusted weaning weight is compared to the cow`s BCS-adjusted weight and an efficiency percentage is calculated. We shoot for a 50% efficiency score. Last year our entire herd (commercials included) averaged 49.9% efficiency. Our cows are pushed hard to make sure their bull calves will perform for you. We want to help you improve your genetics, not just sell you a bull.

 

An interesting article in Drovers magazine points to mounting data showing the American cow herd is becoming less productive and requires more inputs. Calf weaning weights have not changed in over 20 years while cows have become higher maintenance. Seedstock producers and ...

For me, the Christmas season usually includes splurging. I`m not talking financially, but about all the holiday candies, cookies, and desserts. It generally gives me a stomach ache, but I can`t help myself. Kelley Herring shares in her blog foods that help us detox from daily chemical exposure. Or, if you`re like me, detox from my holiday sugar high. The best part: grassfed meats should be part of a healthy diet that help our bodies detox all year long. Kelley`s Article

For me, the Christmas season usually includes splurging. I`m not talking financially, but about all the holiday candies, cookies, and desserts. It generally gives me a stomach ache, but I can`t help myself. Kelley Herring shares in her blog foods that help us detox from daily ...