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David came home to the ranch sooner than he anticipated. He was working at a different operation in another state when his dad got hurt badly in a ranch accident. David chose to leave that position to come home so he could help after the accident. Following the accident the family ranch went through some tough times. Market drops, droughts and digging out from a burden of debt took its toll. David led the ranch through this, by perseverance and hard work. He cut costs as far as he could, went without equipment upgrades, and took on some side jobs. During this time he also got married and raised a family. Now in his mid 40’s he’s got more experience than most his age.
His approach that got him through the trials and tribulations of taking over the ranch from his dad, may not work in the future. Putting his head down and getting to work may not be the right strategy for the next hard time. Now they have added another family to the payroll of the ranch. Along with other overheads that have crept in, it now takes 3x the money going out just to keep the basics going. David knows that these periods of high prices are only short term but he wants to fix it now so that when prices moderate the ranch will still be in the black.
Sometimes we are our own worst enemy. The solution that helped us get through the last situation may not be the solution that gets us through this one. Actually it might make the situation worse.
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Take a listen to Dallas Mount, owner of Ranching for Profit, as he explains the importance of developing business management skills to best navigate challenging times in agriculture. | |
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March 18, 2025
Ranching for Profit Workshop
Saint Paul, AB, Canada
Dallas Mount, owner of Ranching for Profit, will present the 3 Secrets for Increasing Profit. Participants will find out if their operation is a profitable business or just a demanding, low-paying job. Dallas will explain why economics should precede finance, teach three key strategies to increase profits, and help identify the weak link in your business so that participants can build a plan for growth.
Click here for more info or to register.
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March 24 - 27, 2025
Succession Intensive
Oklahoma City, OK
Dave Pratt, CEO Emeritus Ranch Management Consultants will lead this hands-on intensive. This three day intensive is design to help Ranching for Profit alumni and their families work through succession and estate planning issues. During this intensive participants will develop their draft plans to ensure success in their operation's transitions.
This program is only open to RFP alumni.
Click here for more info or to register.
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Couple seeking summer ranch work in Canada
We are Bec and Lachlan, an Australian couple (both 29) seeking work on a beef cattle ranch in Canada over the summer (June – September). We have both grown up on and around beef cattle properties in Queensland, and are experienced in handling cattle and general farm maintenance.
Bec has previously worked for RCS in Australia (RMC equivalent), managed a 4500hd family grazing operation, and currently works as a Beef Extension Officer for the State Ag Department. Skills include:
- Forage budgeting, grazing land management
- Data recording and analysis (herd and business)
- All aspects of livestock handling and welfare
- Experienced horse rider
Lachie has been working in the aquaculture industry for the past 10 years, currently as a Farm Manager at a lobster farm. And is a part time cow chaser with Bec. Skills include:
- Understanding of commercial animal production
- Extensive knowledge of pumps and water infrastructure
- Machinery operation
We welcome any opportunity to learn about your grazing operation in Canada! We're practical, take pride in what we do, aren’t afraid to get our hands dirty and are passionate about sustainable grazing practices.
Please get in contact if you may have an opportunity for us to join your team, and we can provide additional information. Bec: rclap6@gmail.com
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Regenerative Grazing Contractor
Responsibilities will be to develop and implement an intensive grazing system on high desert irrigated meadows. The Individual will be responsible for developing the system from the ground up. The terrain is somewhat challenging, but has plenty of live water. You will also be responsible for training the cattle to the hot wire fence. This is a self-directed job for someone with experience with intensive grazing. You will also be responsible for the irrigation to coordinate moves and maximize regrowth. This position would last the length of the grazing season, approximately May through September. Housing available. Compensation – I am open to bids for what a program like this would cost.
This is an ideal job for someone with experience with management intensive grazing that may want to start their own operation but is limited by the cost of land or cattle in today’s market. We have the land and the cows; we just need someone with the experience to implement the program. This experience may be suitable for an experienced person from the eastern US looking for a uniquely western experience, or possibly someone international looking for a US adventure.
For more information please contact: Jake 208-308-4963 or jcbrackett42@yahoo.com
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Ranch Management Apprentice
The apprentice will be involved in the day-to-day workings of a 2,500 cow-calf and stocker operation. Their Primary responsibility is to operate and maintain an extensive livestock water pipeline. Other tasks will include: learn to winter cows outside on extensive BLM permits, implement grazing systems, ride, rope, brand, fence, operate equipment. The apprentice will also learn to work in the existing culture of a ranch and learn from long-term employees. And after a while, have the opportunity to help hire, train and oversee new employees. Housing Provided. Competitive wages and benefits.
This position is ideally suited for someone who has completed a ranch management degree, but wants to build their operational experience. The apprenticeship can be seen as transitional role to gain the day-to-day experience to go on and manage a ranch. The experience will include annual continuing education opportunities to be able to network and grow into a longer-term management position.
For more information please contact: Jake 208-308-4963 or jcbrackett42@yahoo.com
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Job Wanted
Couple Seeking Ranch Work in the Southwestern USA
Our names are Cody and Sarah Newtson. We are Ranching For Profit Alumni as of January, 2025. Our objective is to lease, partner, or manage a ranch specializing in commercial livestock production and rangeland rejuvenation. We would primarily like to be in the Southwestern US. It is our goal to use our knowledge base and the RFP principles to help you create and/or maintain a profitable and sustainable livestock operation that will maintain a healthy ecosystem for both livestock and wildlife. We strive to continually learn and grow our knowledge base for
the betterment of the land, animals, and your business.
Click here to read their full posting.
For more information please contact: newtsoncody@gmail.com
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