At Spring Valley Farms near Mt. Gilead, the activity is punctuated twice a month by the appearance of a purple cattle chute ...

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George Buchanan “Buck” Hamilton III grew up living every young boy’s dream. When others were watching Roy Rogers, Gene Autry ...

The Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association is petitioning state governments nationwide to legislate livestock loading ramp standards which are currently an unenforceable guideline.

This common piece of equipment is putting South Aussie farmers in “dangerous situations” and now they’re demanding action on laws they believe will save lives. The Australian Livestock and Rural ...

Rodeos in Texas are adrenalin-pumping, high-energy events that blend excitement and entertainment. For the Champion family, they are something much more — a source of income and a way of life. For ...

Cody Sherman stands against the new metal corrals at the Mission Valley FFA Stockyards. The loading chutes were redone last summer. (Emily Messer / Leader) Paul Guenzler, a member of the FFA alumni ...

The rhythmic hum of hydraulic cylinders, the steady drone of chute motors, and the focused concentration of handlers working in perfect sync – these were the sights and sounds that drew crowds to the ...