Why Cattle Need Roughage for Optimal Digestion and Health

To ensure that the cattle we raise for you are always healthy, we provide them with a consistent supply of roughage in their diet. Cattle need to ruminate their food, and this takes a lot of time. Roughage provides a steady source of forage while keeping the rumen working properly. The addition of grains to their feed regimen can provide an energy boost, but only if added in proper balance and moderation. Without roughage, cattle's digestion and overall health can be severely compromised, leading to significant financial losses for us and poor beef for you.

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The Beefalooza: Reasons Why Beef Jerky and Sticks are the Best Snack

Snacking is an enjoyable pastime for many of us, and while we enjoy munching on chips and fries, it’s time to elevate our snacking habits. Beef snacks like jerky and sticks have become an increasingly popular snack in recent years, and for good reason. They’re high in protein, low in fat, and perfect for those who need an energy boost throughout the day. But there are plenty of other reasons why beef jerky and sticks are the ultimate snack.

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The Benefits of Using Tallow in Your Cooking

Have you ever heard of tallow? It's that random thing on a beef carcass that most people tend to overlook. But did you know that tallow, or rendered beef fat, is actually really useful in cooking? For moms who have food allergies in the house and are wanting to save a few dollars, tallow might just become your new cooking friend. In this blog post, we'll explore the many benefits of using tallow in your cooking and baking.

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Tallow Lip Balm: A DIY Solution for Winter Lips

Have you ever heard of tallow? It may seem like a random thing on a beef carcass that no one thinks about, but it's actually quite useful. If you're a mom looking to save a few dollars on lip balm and eliminate toxins from your beauty routine, making your own lip balm from tallow might be an option for you. In this blog post, I'll share my favorite recipe for tallow lip balm that I love to carry with me on the go during the harsh winter months.

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Tallow: The Secret Ingredient for DIY Hand Cream

Tallow is the rendered fat from beef carcasses, often overlooked as just a random thing discarded after butchering. However, tallow has numerous benefits and uses, including making your own hand cream that is free from extra toxins found in store-bought products. For moms looking to save a few dollars while giving their hands some extra TLC during harsh winter months, this recipe for DIY hand cream made from tallow is perfect!

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Say Hello to Tallow: Your New Lotion-Making Best Friend

When we think of beef, we think of steaks and burgers, right? But there’s another product of a beef carcass that may surprise you. Tallow - rendered beef fat - is an incredibly useful and versatile ingredient that can be used in cooking and even skincare! And for moms wanting to save a few dollars and eliminate harmful toxins from their lotions, making your own lotion from tallow might just be the perfect option for you.

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The Secret Ingredient for Homemade Soap

When you hear the word "tallow," what comes to mind? Most people probably don't think much about it, but it's actually a secret ingredient that you don't want to overlook. Tallow is rendered beef fat that can be turned into a variety of useful products, including household soap. Making your own soap from tallow is not only a cost-effective option, but it also ensures that you're not exposing your family to unnecessary toxins and chemicals found in commercial soaps. In this blog post, we'll dive deeper into the benefits of tallow soap and share a favorite recipe for you to try at home.

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Catching a Sick Calf: A Guide to Early Detection and Recovery

As a mom, the health and wellbeing of our children is always a top priority. The same holds true for us at 76 Cattle when it comes to their livestock. In particular, catching a sick calf as soon as possible is crucial for their recovery. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to identify the signs of a sick calf, determine the cause, and take the necessary steps for treatment.

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Cooking tips for absolutely delicious, fall apart tender beef roast every time

Everyone loves a delicious, fall apart roast, and the secret to having a fall apart roast every time, isn’t all that secret. There are 4 primary ingredients for a fall apart tender roast, salt, acid, fat, and heat. Keep reading for the details of each.

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Snacks with Protein

Growing kids need protein. Adults need protein. We all need protein. This keeps everyone content, hangry attitudes away and blood sugar balanced. As my family turned away from processed foods and to more natural whole food, snacks were a problem. Snacks usually are fruits, fresh or dried, or vegetables. As I realized the need for protein in our snack too, I had to get creative. Below are a few of our favorites that came out.

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The best Brisket recipe and it's so simple

Who does not love a good brisket? My 6-year-old loves it enough to ask Daddy to smoke one for her birthday coming up.

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How to select the most tender steak

The grill is sizzling and aroma tantalizing. You can’t wait to take a bite of that steak just waiting to be set on your plate. The time comes, you bite and pause. That was not as tender as you thought. What happened! Read on for the best tips on selecting the best steak.

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