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  • Siesta Q Ranch: A Promise in the Pasture - Carrying a Father’s Dream Forward

    by Shreene Johnson | Feb 03, 2026
    Siesta Q Ranch is more than a breeding program — it’s a promise kept. Daniel shares how honoring his father’s dream, building quality cattle, and using Hired Hand’s pedigree-powered website are shaping a growing Texas Longhorn operation in East Texas.
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  • Ranching in Idaho: Longhorns, Bloodhounds & Dirtbag Ranch

    by Shreene Johnson | Jan 27, 2026
    From first-generation ranching in Idaho to building a registered Texas Longhorn herd, Tony & Monica Rosen of Dirtbag Ranch share how grit, patience, and Hired Hand’s pedigree-powered website are helping grow a modern breeding program and connect with fellow breeders nationwide.
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  • Built on Grit: The Legacy and Philosophy Behind S&A Longhorns

    by Molly Clubb | Jan 20, 2026
    In this episode of From the Pasture with Hired Hand, we sit down with Shawn Sayre of S-A Longhorns to explore nearly five decades of Texas Longhorn history, family tradition, and thoughtful herd building. From the early days of B&C Longhorn Ranch and the Show Me Longhorn Sale to today’s black-and-white breeding philosophy at S-A, Shawn shares firsthand perspective on how the breed has evolved — and what truly endures. This conversation touches on legacy, land stewardship, rotational grazing, intentional genetics, and the importance of pairing time-honored ranching values with modern tools. It’s a warm, reflective look at what it means to build a program rooted in grit, family, and respect for the past while preparing for the future.
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  • Weekend Recap: 2026 Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic

    by Holly Peacock | Jan 19, 2026
    We recently attended the 2026 Eddie Wood Cowtown Classic. The sale utilized Hired Hand Live for the internet viewing and bidding for its​ sale. Check out how the internet influenced bidding plus view photos from the event.
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  • The Total Package Cow: 35 Years of Breeding Wisdom with Nancy Dunn of Rolling D Longhorns

    by Shreene Johnson | Jan 06, 2026
    Nancy Dunn shares 35+ years of breeding wisdom, from her Alabama farm roots to building elite “total package” Longhorns known for balance, maternal power, and record horn. After a long health battle, she’s back in the breed she loves, urging new breeders to see cattle in person, avoid trends, and build herds around their own goals.
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  • Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year: What “Cloud Dancer” Means for Breeder Branding & Website Design

    by Molly Clubb | Jan 01, 2026
    Pantone’s 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, highlights the power of clarity and simplicity in design. This blog explores what the color represents and how breeders can use its meaning to refresh their website, branding, and digital marketing in 2026.
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  • 2025 Hired Hand Live End-of-Year Recap

    by Holly Peacock | Dec 29, 2025
    It's that time of year for the Hired Hand Live End-of-Year Recap. It’s our chance to step back, look at the data, and celebrate the breeders, buyers, and animals that made the past year unforgettable. If you consigned, bid, hosted, or even just watched a sale in 2025, you were part of a record-breaking year for the Longhorn industry. Let’s break it down.
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  • 2025 End-of-Year Animal Data Recap: The Bulls, Cows & Breeds Powering the Pedigree-Powered World

    by Shreene Johnson | Dec 23, 2025
    Every year, we dig into thousands of data points from across the Hired Hand-powered network — every website, every animal, every click — to uncover what’s trending in breeding, marketing, and livestock visibility. The 2025 results are in, and they tell a story of consistency, innovation, and serious growth across the pasture (and beyond).
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  • 2025 NLFR Futurity Champions: Winning Strategies & Advice for Next Season

    by Shreene Johnson | Dec 16, 2025
    The 2025 NLFR season crowned two unforgettable champions: Danielle Mershon’s homebred heifer “Heads, I Win” and the powerhouse bull M7 Double Jack from the partnership of Jeffrey Wilson and Jimmy Jones. Their stories highlight the heart, grit, and breeding strategy behind today’s top Texas Longhorn programs—and the pedigree-powered tools helping them shine.
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  • From MLB Pitcher to Texas Longhorn Breeder: Ross Ohlendorf’s Ranching Playbook

    by Shreene Johnson | Dec 09, 2025
    Former MLB pitcher Ross Ohlendorf shares how Rocking O Longhorns grew from a childhood family project into a leading Texas program known for beauty, productivity, and exceptional customer service. Discover his breeding philosophy, favorite cows, mentorship influences, and how Hired Hand tools support his marketing and herd management.
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  • Both Sides of the Mic: Stacey Schumacher with Jaymie & Molly

    by Shreene Johnson | Dec 03, 2025
    Stacey Schumacher of Schumacher Cattle shares how Hired Hand’s pedigree-powered websites transformed her ranch’s marketing — from early online adoption to the viral “Hey Scott” videos that educate and entertain. Discover how this Texas breeder blends tradition, tech, and storytelling to build her brand and her herd.
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  • Weick’s Registered Longhorns — Mentors, A Plan, and Quality Over Quantity | Hired Hand Websites

    by Shreene Johnson | Dec 03, 2025
    Brad and McKenna Weick of Weick’s Registered Longhorns are building a Michigan-based program rooted in mentorship, structural correctness, and a quality-over-quantity mindset. Learn how this young, passionate family shifted from beef plans to the show ring—and how their Hired Hand website helps them plan pedigrees and grow their brand.
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  • Introducing Jones Law Firm: Their New Website is Live!

    by Molly Clubb | Dec 01, 2025
    Jones Law Firm in Cedar Falls, Iowa, launches a new custom website powered by Hired Hand. Explore their business, health, and real estate law services today.
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  • Introducing Worthewaite Farm: Their New Website is Live!

    by Molly Clubb | Nov 24, 2025
    Worthewaite Farm in Weare, New Hampshire raises Registered Texas Longhorns with purpose and care. Explore their new Hired Hand-powered website today!
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  • Increasing Private Treaty Sales, Growing a Beef Program and more with Rocking M Cattle Co.

    by Shreene Johnson | Nov 18, 2025
    For nearly two decades, Rockin M Cattle Company has built a registered Texas Longhorn and beef program in the mountains of Northeast Oregon. Learn how Jeremy and his family have grown their herd, developed private treaty demand, and built a thriving beef brand rooted in sustainability, genetics, and long-term vision.
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  • Introducing Horsehead Creek Ranch: Their New Website is Live!

    by Molly Clubb | Nov 17, 2025
    Horsehead Creek Ranch of Hartman, AR raises Texas Longhorns & Quarter Horses and crafts leather goods. Explore their new Hired Hand website today!
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  • Introducing Blue Duck Farm: Their New Website is Live!

    by Shreene Johnson | Nov 11, 2025
    Discover Blue Duck Farm in New Ulm, TX—breeding elite Texas Longhorns with heritage and heart. Explore their new site and join their journey today!
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  • Quality Longhorns & Premium Wagyu with Chase Lunsford of 20/20 Cattle Co

    by Shreene Johnson | Nov 11, 2025
    Chase and Elizabeth Lunsford of 2020 Cattle Company are raising registered Texas Longhorns and Wagyu cattle with purpose and precision. From thoughtful genetic selection to value-added beef marketing, learn how this young Kentucky family is building a sustainable breeding program rooted in quality, community, and legacy.
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  • Lone Chimney Longhorns — Family, Baseball, and Building a Breeding Legacy

    by Shreene Johnson | Nov 11, 2025
    Meet Trevor and Heather Maxwell of Lone Chimney Longhorns, an Oklahoma family blending ranch life, baseball, and Texas Longhorns. Discover how their Hired Hand Website helps them manage pedigrees, connect with buyers, and grow their breeding program one pasture and one pedigree at a time.
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  • Weekend Recap: B&C Show-Me Fall Longhorn Sale

    by Holly Peacock | Oct 27, 2025
    We recently attended the 2025 B&C Show-Me Fall Longhorn Sale. The sale utilized Hired Hand Live for the internet viewing and bidding for its​ sale. Check out how the internet influenced bidding plus view photos from the event.
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