Resources Online Training Start Raising Cattle in 2026, Make Smart Decisions Name* First Last Email* 1. What does Jared say has changed the most in the cattle industry over the past year?* Government regulations Types of cattle breeds Prices of cattle and beef Farming technology 2. What app does Jared recommend for checking cattle prices?* USDA Market News AgriStats Live Cattle Price Watch Farm Tracker Pro 3. What are the three main cattle operation models discussed?* Cow-calf, stocker, and finishing Breeding, feeding, and selling Dairy, beef, and organic Pasture, feedlot, and hybrid 4. Why does Jared say the cow-calf model is risky for beginners in 2026?* It requires expensive technology It has high skill requirements and slow ROI It produces low-quality beef It is no longer profitable 5. What is one major disadvantage of starting a cow-calf operation?* Requires less labor Requires very little land Requires more land and higher investment Has quick returns 6. What type of cattle does Jared recommend buying instead of expensive young cows?* Older proven cows Steers Bulls Dairy cows 7. Why is the stocker model recommended for beginners?* It requires no land It has faster return on investment and less risk It guarantees high profits It eliminates the need for feeding 8. Why does Jared suggest buying heifers in the stocker model?* They grow much faster than steers They are significantly cheaper They provide more flexibility (breeding or selling) They require less feed 9. Why does Jared NOT recommend the finishing model right now?* It takes too long to complete There is too much labor involved Profit margins are too small It requires specialized equipment 10. What is Jared’s overall recommendation for someone starting in 2026?* Focus only on cow-calf operations Start small with a few calves and learn Avoid cattle farming entirely Start large to maximize profit This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.