As the final days of 2024 gave way to the fresh, hopeful start of a new year, we take a moment to pause and reflect. The past year, filled with its unique set of challenges and victories, was a testament to the resilience of both our land and our family. Join us as we look back on a year of hard work, growth, and the lessons we carry forward. Expanding our Purebred Herd One of the year's highlights was the expansion of our purebred herd. This strategic move wasn't just about numbers; it ... VIEW POST
Reflecting on 2024: Triumphs and Trials at Ogilvie Stock Ranch
Beating the Heat: Haying Season Strategies
As the mercury climbs, so does the intensity of haying season. The scorching heat waves present unique challenges, but with careful planning and a few cooling tricks, we manage to keep both our family and our hay crops thriving. Here's a closer look at how we navigate the season, ensuring our balers roll out the highest protein-packed bales for our cattle while keeping our sights firmly on the future health of our fields. Staying Cool Amidst the Heat First things first, the wellbeing of ... VIEW POST
Looking Ahead at 2024
Its sometimes hard to believe how fast the year goes by on a cattle ranch. We always like to spend some time planning the year in January and February because once calving arrives in March, it seems like it is full steam ahead until November. 2024 is jammed packed with fun and exciting new things! Here is a bit of a yearly ranch life summary of our upcoming year. January We are so thankful that the snow started to fall! We received about 20 inches in January, so we had a few ... VIEW POST
The First Snowfall: Embracing Winter’s Arrival
The first snowfall is always a magical moment at Ogilvie Stock Ranch, but this year it brings an even deeper sense of relief and renewal. The white blanket that covers our land comes as a much-needed relief after the recent forest fire that swept through the area. It is a reminder of the resilience and regrowth of nature, and the strength of our community. The devastating fire left its mark on the landscape, leaving charred trees and scorched earth in its wake. It was a time of heartache ... VIEW POST
Extending Fall Grazing
Fall grazing presents its own set of challenges for ranchers, but with the right strategies and tools, we can ensure the well-being of our cattle, minimize our costs and maximize the quality of forage for our cattle. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of using cattle protein tubs to extend fall grazing and share some valuable tips on how to graze cattle late into the season Understanding the Role of Protein Tubs Protein tubs, packed with essential nutrients, have become a ... VIEW POST
