Rentzel's Farm

02/08/2024

11/29/2023

Hog butchering is an invaluable skill for homesteaders, and it's not difficult to learn, though there are some key steps and concerns to keep in mind.

02/13/2021

We finally had babies on the farm.......Emma had 2 lamb rams...

01/11/2021

01/11/2021

We were able to let the sheep and goats out today since it was so nice.

05/22/2020

Although you can probably name every type of pork dish you like to eat, or which recipes go much better with bacon, you probably aren't aware of the fact that pigs are actually incredibly intelligent animals. If you were looking for a group discussion on how great BBQ baby back pork ri...

05/02/2020

It is great that we are able to get outside and work with the animals. Ryan has 3 major livestock projects this year lambs, pigs, and turkeys.

04/14/2020

Calling all livestock judges!

It’s time to test your skills in livestock evaluation with the Judge 2 Win Virtual Judging Contest sponsored by Purina® Honor® Show. What’s in it for you? Practice, entertainment, PRIZES and, of course, bragging rights for the:

🏆 Top individual in each species division
🥇 Top individual in each age division
🥈 Second-place individual in each age division
🥉 Third-place individual in each age division

That’s 16 overall winners who will each receive a special prize from Team Purina. Are you up for the challenge? Click here to view a variety of species classes, evaluate animal quality and answer questions: https://bit.ly/2JUk4Bu

02/13/2020

10/20/2019

10/20/2019

A Texas longhorn named Bucklehead broke the world record for the longest horn span at a showcase this month.