Country Sunset

Spunk of the elderly admired trait

Cows graze a field in northeast Wyoming. (Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Extension.)

Any rain received is a blessing

Feeders are looking for opportunities to add capacity, if it is feasible. This photo was taken during a King of the Ring competition several years ago at Winter Livestock, Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Numerous stories can bring a smile

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

(Photo by OSU Agriculture.)

October cattle futures drop

Closeup of white-faced cow, an unknown cowboy, and a group of white-faced cows in the background. (Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

Cattle futures can be frustrating to follow 

(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Cattle price run overall looks positive 

End of live-person pit trading has drawbacks