by David | Feb 21, 2025 | Posts
The 2025 Great Basin Bull Sale was a terrific event. The team at the Rafter 3 Arena, M3 Marketing, and the organizers of the sale do a great job and improved the sale year over year. While we didn’t fair as well as we would have liked (three of our four bulls...
by David | Nov 25, 2024 | Posts
Have you ever wondered about the journey your beef takes before it reaches your plate? At Rafter 9 Ranch, we believe in transparency. Let’s walk through the process together, from our pastures to your table! Starting in the Pastures Our journey begins in our...
by David | Sep 12, 2024 | Posts
Summary: TLDR This post explores the rising popularity of grass-fed beef and compares it to conventional grain-fed beef. Key points include: “Grass-fed” lacks a universal definition, but generally means cattle fed only grass throughout their lives....
by David | May 23, 2024 | Posts
Americans’ Love Affair with Beef Shows No Signs of Slowing Down When it comes to beef consumption, the U.S. is in a league of its own. Americans devour a staggering 59.6 lbs of beef per person annually, ranking #2 globally. This voracious appetite shows no signs...
by David | Feb 12, 2024 | Posts
For cattle ranchers, every penny counts. Feed costs can represent a significant portion of operational expenses, impacting profitability and sustainability. This is where Residual Feed Intake (RFI) emerges as a valuable tool, helping producers identify the most...
