A passion for ranching and proficiency in business management are the hallmarks of the storied career of Dave DeLaney. The retiring Vice President and General Manager of Ranching and Wildlife Operations for King Ranch, Inc. reflects on his journey from a Virginia upbringing to iconic Texas experiences. View and download the Spring 2021 Newsletter here By Kindra Gordon Over the …
By Clay Mathis, Ph.D.KRIRM Director and Robert J. Kleberg, Jr. and Helen C. Kleberg Endowed Chair View and download the Spring 2021 Newsletter here. It seems so simple on the surface…a ranch should have clear goals toward which the team works to achieve success for ownership. But, we also know goals vary from one ranch to the next. This is …
This article is part two in a three-part series with Progressive Cattle magazine, published in February 2021. Be sure to read part one “Bragging rights require knowing costs” and part three “Evaluating stocker cattle cost of production and profitabilty“. By: Rick Machen, PhD, and Stan Bevers In the first article in this series of three, we discussed the difference between unit …
By Jason SawyerWinter 2021 Newsletter Enhancing the sustainability of ranching systems is a primary goal of the research, education, and outreach programs of the King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management. From the perspective of an individual ranching business, sustainability might be viewed as the outcome of stewardship that creates economic viability through management of natural resources, personnel, and production efficiency …
Hank Willemsma shares his goal of growing as a businessman while valuing ranch traditions and employees By Ashley PattersonWinter 2021 Newsletter It started with the goal to be a good cowboy. Then, the goal progressed to be a good stockman. Today, Hank Willemsma’s goal is still the same, but now the focus is to be a good businessman. Willemsma, a …
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’s 2021 graduates share their experiences and outlook as they work toward graduation and roles within the ranching industry. By Kindra GordonWinter 2021 Newsletter It is said that “life is not about the destination, but about the journey.” A viewpoint that reminds us all to embrace not only accomplishments, but also adversity, and to celebrate each step along the path. …
Position Title: Ranch Manager Name of Ranch/Business: Stuart Land and Cattle Co Location: Rosedale, Virginia Position Description: The Stuart Land and Cattle Company of Virginia, Inc (SLCC) is seeking a Farm Manager. This is a unique, rewarding, and challenging opportunity to help lead the oldest continuously-operating cattle ranch in the country. We are looking for a self-motivated, thoughtful, experienced, and …
By: Stan Bevers, KRIRM Practitioner in Ranch EconomicsFeature appeared in the KRIRM Fall 2020 Newsletter Horses play a large role on today’s commercial cattle ranches. From carrying the ranch brand at playdays to carrying ranch hands gathering cattle, they are a source of pride and an important ranch tool. On some ranches, they provide a valuable revenue stream, while on …
Three new students join the KRIRM master’s programFeature appeared in the KRIRM Fall 2020 Newsletter The King Ranch® Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM) is pleased to welcome three new students into the ranch management master’s program this fall 2020 semester. Scott Crozier, John Worthington, and Ethan Young will call Kingsville their home for the next two years as they work …
Still confused about what SUSTAINABLE BEEF PRODUCTION really means…here is your chance to understand! For many of us, the word sustainable has meant “passing on the ranch to the next generation while maintaining or improving the natural resources for generations to come.” Today, that definition is much more broad. The Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef “envisions a world in which …
Chief Science Officer; East Foundation jsawyer@eastfoundation.net • 361-593-5401 Jason Sawyer is the Chief Science Officer for East Foundation, where he leads the Science mission of the Foundation, integrating research programs within the Foundation’s ongoing ranching operations to develop translatable knowledge and innovative solutions for stewards of working lands. Jason has over 20 years of experience in applied research and management, …