Craig Piggott, CEO of Halter, tells the story of the largest virtual fencing company in the world. Halter passed the 250,000 collar mark in 2024 and is quickly positioning itself as a new, unique opportunity for U.S. ranchers interested in getting the most from their pastures. Piggott talks about how he and Halter got started, what makes them unique and their vision to be an integral part of the success and sustainability of U.S. ranches.

When it comes to children being severely or fatally injured in farming and rural communities, the statistics are sobering. According to the National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Safety and Health (NCCRASH), about every three days a child dies, and every day around 33 children are injured due to agriculture-related incidents in the U.S.

Low-stress handling is a stockmanship practice that incorporates the understanding of the herd’s natural behaviors as it relates to movement and more positive management.

Heifers remain a significant part of fed cattle population, indicating producers are not yet rebuilding herds.

Teenagers are not growing up on farms like they used to just 30 years ago. To overcome this gap, it is our responsibility to provide the platforms necessary for the next generation of beef cattle producers and industry experts.

Building immunity in feedlot cattle requires a holistic focus that begins long before an animal reaches the feedlot.

I have thought quite a bit about Mary this Christmas season, especially the part at the end of the Christmas story we read in Luke 2: “But Mary kept all these things and pondered them in her heart.”

Christmas is a special time of year, filled with sharing memories of Christmases past and spending time with friends and family. Progressive Cattle staff and a few of our regular contributors share Christmas memories that have a special place in their hearts.