Beyond The Ring

Dale and Ryan discuss the pros and cons of using single or numerous livestock judges for shows.

Dale and Ryan share personal experiences about “The Search,” “The Feeding,” and “The Target Show.” The good, the bad, and the priceless.

Dale and Ryan discuss how to prepare when the Grand Drive is at a set time or different date.

The topic of this week's discussion is Ryan’s latest social media post that garnered a lot of attention.

A follow up to last week's episode, Ryan and Dale discuss situations and things to avoid in the stock show industry.

Ryan and Dale offer strategies livestock show families might want to try.

Ryan and Dale mainly argue over judges using projections and future predictions in their evaluation.

Ryan and Dale discuss correlations that may or may not hold true and have been in play in the show ring since its inception.

In Part 2 of this series, Ryan and Dale reveal more insights on species-specific questions from a survey of 40 livestock show judges, each with recent experience judging major shows, national events, or state fairs.

In this two-part series, Ryan and Dale share the results of survey questions asked to 40 livestock show judges, all of whom have judged one or more major national shows within the past five years.

Ryan and Dale discuss multiple ways you can put in protect your livestock investment.

Dale and Ryan focus on how much time is devoted to livestock show projects.

Dale and Ryan talk about all the expenses obvious and hidden that are involved in going to judge a show the greatest of all those that can’t be financially measured is time.

This week's topic explores why minor breeds are often overlooked in a grand drive.

Ryan and Dale discuss the need to evolve and make each Judging Contest as best possible.

Dale and Ryan explore the intent behind show rules and how they often produce unintended outcomes. While most competitors seek a fair and level playing field, some exploit loosely enforced rules, gaining an unfair advantage over those who follow them. Clear, concise, enforceable rules with consistent consequences are essential to truly level the playing field.

This week's topic focuses on the basics of feeding show animals in terms of nutrition, rations and supplements.

Dale and Ryan discuss the different way show animals are bought and sold.

Ryan and Dale have a lengthy discussion about the methods, myths, tricks and tips of getting animals show broke.