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Ranching is an extensive way of raising livestock, primarily grazing cattle, sheep and horses, but also involves production of many other animals. The term ranch is used loosely as it is primarily up to the owner's discretion whether his/her locale is a farm or ranch, but it is commonly known as a very large tract of land that is often used in its native state. The historical and current practices of ranching and rangeland management among other things pertaining to ranching can be discussed in this category.

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What was the purpose of Operation Ranch Hand?

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The purpose of Operation Ranch Hand was to spray herbicides, including Agent Orange, over large areas of Vietnam to destroy vegetation that provided cover for the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese forces. This operation was carried out by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War from 1962 to 1971.

How does Steinbeck portray the life of a typical ranch hand?

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Steinbeck portrays the life of a typical ranch hand in "Of Mice and Men" as full of loneliness, hardship, and lack of stability. He delves into the struggles and dreams of these men, emphasizing their isolation and the fragility of their existence. Through characters like George and Lennie, Steinbeck highlights the harsh realities and limited opportunities faced by ranch hands during the Great Depression.

What is the name of the archway leading into a ranch?

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The archway leading into a ranch is commonly known as a ranch gate or ranch entry gate.

What does a ranch hand do?

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A ranch hand performs various tasks on a ranch, such as feeding and watering livestock, mending fences, operating machinery, and assisting with breeding and birthing animals. They also help with general maintenance and upkeep of the ranch facilities.

Where does Mystery Ranch of the Boxcar Children take place?

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Mystery Ranch in "The Boxcar Children" series takes place in the countryside, in an old ranch with a cabin and surrounding wilderness. The exact location is not specified, but it is depicted as a remote and peaceful setting where the Alden children have exciting adventures.

Example how you introduce yourself for new job that you got job?

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Hello, my name is [Your Name]. I am thrilled to join [Company Name] as [Your Position]. I am looking forward to contributing my skills and experience to the team and making a positive impact on the company.

Why do horse ranches have double fences surrounding them?

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it is because most horses want to try to break out and if this happens at night(or any other time) then the rancher wont have to worry

What do you need for farming?

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There are a lot of vehicles needed for farming, but what is necessary depends on the size of the farm. A commercial sized farm would probably require a vehicle for tilling, cultivating, ploughing, planting, and more.

How do coyotes get water in the winter?

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Coyotes, like any animal in a desert environment, will find water wherever it can be found. If no surface water is available, some will dig in stream beds to find groundwater, or locate succulent crop plants. In extreme cases, they have even been known to eat the so-called "coyote melons" (Cucurbita palmata), which are very bad-tasting.

Why did ranchers brand their cattle?

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It's a way to tell if those animals are theirs if they are either stolen or if they are grazing with animals from other ranches. Each ranch has its own individual brand, and this way cowboys could easily tell which cattle belong to that ranch they're working for or not. They still do.

What are advantages of modern technologies in livestock production?

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Saves time, requires less people, lowers cost to consumers, increases the health of the animals.

What are facts about Clydesdales?

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Grant's Farm is located just south of St. Louis. It's a ranch that the public can visit. The Busch family has raised Clydesdales there for a long time, but President/ General Grant once owned the homestead: http://www.grantsfarm.com/ http://www.grantsfarm.com/ClydesdaleStables.htm

Why did the cattle ranching end?

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Cattle drives were for taking cattle to the stock pens for shipping by rail. Trucks replaced the rail stock yards and now they just go from large ranches to sale. Yet, there are small cattle drives that still do take place in some areas.

What complaints did ranchers and farmers make about sheep?

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Ranchers hate wolves because wolves eat their cattle and livestock(which they need to make a living)

What qualifications do you need to become a horse vet?

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The qualifications to be an equine (or horse) veterinarian are the same as for every other kind of veterinarian: graduate from an accredited school of veterinary medicine, pass the NAVLE and become licensed in the state you wish to practice in.

What are the positive and negative effects of cattle ranching?

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The positive effect is you make some money and its probably the funnest thing you could do. The negative effects are that sometimes you can run low on hay or your cow breaks throw the fench the worst is when hefires have trouble calving.

What were the conflicts between farmers and cattle ranchers about?

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I know after the invention of barbed wire in 1874 by Joseph Glidden the farmers and homesteaders fenced off their land, which closed off the open range and prevented any further cattle drives. I think it was always sort of a land issue, farmers wanted it to farm and ranchers wanted it to raise and drive cattle. It could also be a water issue, since in most areas water was kind of scarce.

Where is the Cattle kingdom?

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Texas Longhorns were the foundation of the Cattle Kingdom in the USA. Herefords soon followed popularity when they were imported to the USA a couple hundred years after the Spanish brought over their cattle.

Why did they raise cattle on ranches?

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Ranches were and are the only places that a person can raise a large number of beef cattle on for income. One cannot raise cattle in cities or towns unless it's for a family and their need for milk.

How much do cattle ranchers in the rainforest destroy in a day?

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None. Ranchers don't raise their cattle in the rainforest. They raise their cattle on land that was once rainforest, and deforested for reasons either for making more land for more cattle, or more land to grow more crops from palm oil to soybeans.

What is an unbranded calf called?

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A maverick cow. Any unbranded animal is referred to as "slick". Maverick is a term mostly used on steers or bulls that have quit the bunch or are wily and hard to capture (how they remain slick!). Rarely a cow will behave this way, mostly she'll stay within eyesight or earshot of her herd. Maverick cows teach their habits to their calves and become problematic when its time to gather them.

Why is cattle ranching happening?

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Cattle ranching is happening because we need to feed the worlds population.

Are liquid amber trees toxic to livestock?

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Yes, the liquid amber trees are toxic to the livestock. They are toxic to the livestock like the horse. Their seeds and leaves also contain the toxin.

What is the most frequent cause of death with horses?

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The most frequent cause of death in horses is diarrhoea caused by intestinal infections i would have to think that it is diarrhea, because the horses eat to much, they become colic, and they get diarrhea, and they will die if they do not get better. -i _luv_horses