Rock Creek Cowboys (By Janey Beumeler - Pullman, Washington)

Recalling names can be a challenge

Michael Thompson, Almena, Kansas, listens to a young questioner during a Farmer 2 Farmer tour in Larned, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Work ethic necessary at an early age

Amy Langvardt minds the cattle at the May Beef Month proclaimation event May 12 near Manhattan, Kansas. Lyons Ranch hosted the event where Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed the proclamation. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Cattle futures can be a puzzle at times

Texas wildfire (Texas A&M Forest Service photo.)

Controlled burns require vigilance

If conditions have been dry, wildflowers will need a drink. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Late night proves taxing on Easter sunrise

(Photo by OSU Agriculture.)

October cattle futures drop

Feedlot near Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Prices generate a lot of optimism

Grain Elevator (Journal photo by Lacey Newlin)

Still on the hunt for needed rain