Meteorologist; Makens Weather LLC Matt Makens has presented thousands of weather forecasts and outlooks to dozens of industries since the 1990s. Makens Weather, LLC was formed in 2016 and grew quickly by providing actionable weather and climate information, clearly communicated. The primary focus is on long-term seasonal forecasts and short-term weather hazards for the agricultural industry. Makens Weather serves global …
John Maddux
Owner and Manager; Maddux Cattle Company John Maddux is the fourth-generation manager of the family ranch operations, which includes 45,000 deeded and leased acres, 2,500 mother cows, and 6,000 yearlings. In addition to his daily ranch duties, he is a past member of the Nebraska Grazing Lands Coalition; the Nebraska Investment Council, which is responsible for managing the state’s 9 …
Antibiotics Leaving Store Shelves
by Rick Machen, Ph.D. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) directive Guidance for the Industry #263 is scheduled for implementation June 11, 2023. When the directive goes into effect, antibiotics used for treating animal illness or injury will only be available from veterinarians or a distributor with a pharmacy license (requires a veterinary prescription). Local farm and feed stores …
19th Annual Holt Cat Symposium Highlights
by David Delaney, M.S. & Rick Machen, Ph.D. The 19th Annual Holt Cat Symposium on Excellence in Ranch Management, “Ranching in the 21st Century: Learn Proven Strategies from Industry Leaders” was full of impactful ideas and examples straight from the best minds in the industry. Below is a brief overview of the most common and proven strategies shared by industry …
Sustainable Ranching: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities
The annual King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management symposium will be a hybrid event on Sustainable Ranching, delivered in Kingsville, Texas, and online October 14-15, 2021. In the past, “sustainability” was a relatively simple concept within the ranching industry. It was passing on the ranch to sustain the next generation by taking care of livestock and wildlife and maintaining or …
Taking Education to the Ranches in 2021 through Virtual Outreach
KRIRM expands rancher learning opportunities as virtual outreach in 2021. By Clay MathisWinter 2021 Newsletter There is no doubt 2020 will be remembered as a year of uncertainty and change. We have all been forced to reconsider ‘normal’ life. Organizations and businesses of all kinds have adapted their methods for fulfilling their mission…out of necessity! The King Ranch® Institute for …
KRIRM Recognizes 2020 Recipients of the TFC Certificate in Advanced Ranch Management
Kingsville, Texas (Nov. 10, 2020)—During the King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM) recent virtual symposium, The Future of the Wildlife Enterprise: Applying New Knowledge and Tools, recipients of the Texas Farm Credit Certificate in Advanced Ranch Management were recognized. On October 29, 2020, ten individuals from four states successfully completed the requirements to earn the certificate. The awarded individuals …
Free Virtual Symposium on the Future of the Wildlife Enterprise
Kingsville, Texas (Aug. 4, 2020)—Two institutions dedicated to the conservation and stewardship of natural resources will present a free virtual wildlife and ranching symposium titled “The Future of the Wildlife Enterprise: Applying New Knowledge and Tools” on October 29-30, 2020. The King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management’s (KRIRM) 17th Annual HOLT CAT® Symposium on Excellence in Ranch Management will be …
Beef Marketing Symposium Highlights and Review
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Beef Marketing, Consumers, Technology, and Opportunities Discussed at Ranch Management Symposium Kingsville, Texas (Oct. 29, 2019)—A detailed look into the changing consumer, worldwide beef consumption, technology, and more was discussed at the 16th Annual Holt Cat® Symposium on Excellence in Ranch Management in Kingsville, Texas, Oct. 17-18, 2019. Professionals spanning the beef industry offered their knowledge to more …
Video: The Future of Beef Marketing Symposium
Watch the latest video on the 16th Annual Holt Cat® Symposium and hear what our director, Dr. Clay Mathis, has to say about the event. The Future of Beef Marketing: Technology and the Changing Consumer symposium will leave you with a better understanding of what to expect with the change that’s coming and how to make the best management decisions to get …
Symposium: The Future of Beef Marketing
The 16th Annual Holt Cat® Symposium on Excellence in Ranch Management will be held October 17-18 in Kingsville, Texas. In a world of emerging technologies and changing consumer expectations, how will producers market calves to the highest potential in the future? At the 16th Annual Holt Cat® Symposium on Excellence in Ranch Management, beef industry professionals will share their vision …
Video: Our Vision
Our vision is to educate leaders in the ranching industry and ensure that our hard-earned heritage is not lost. Through the only Master of Science in Ranch Management program in the world and dynamic ranching learning opportunities of our lectureships and symposia at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, we are committed to our vision. Watch the video below to hear what a …