Texas longhorn cattle blog
How the Indian Blanket Got Its Colors – 3 Legends Covered
- June 2, 2019
- Cathy Valle
Gaillardia pulchella is also known as Indian Blanket, Firewheel, Indian Blanket flower or Sundance. The flowers literally cover the landscape with blankets of bright fiery colors. They are beautiful both…
Wild About Texas Wildflowers? Here are 7 Wild Flower Facts…
- May 1, 2019
- Cathy Valle
Wildflowers in Texas are not to be missed. It’s a wonderful season and lasts longer than you may think. The Bluebonnets are one of the first wildflowers to bloom. Here…
7 Points to PONDer When Building a Stock Tank
- April 1, 2019
- Cathy Valle
1. First off, in Texas we call it a TANK. Ask a Texan why and the response will likely be (with a smile, ofcourse)….”because Dad called it a tank!” Jim…
Has Your Texas Longhorn Cattle Herd Heard You?
- March 1, 2019
- Cathy Valle
I talk to my Texas longhorn cattle and sometimes they look at me funny. A few days ago, in conversation with a friend, I mentioned my love for everybody…
6 Reasons to Categorize Ranching as a Workout
- February 1, 2019
- Cathy Valle
all points considered whilst sitting at the breakfast table……… 1 – Everything – ranching- is heavy- especially the feed, from mineral blocks to protein tubs. Just sliding protein tubs…
Taking a Break From Tradition With a Traditional Break
- January 7, 2019
- Cathy Valle
A tribute to our family as we review 2018 and usher in the New Year. GVRlonghorns is about Texas Longhorns. It is also about FAMILY and TRADITION. Today, January 6th,…
5 Traits a Texas Longhorn Should Have to be a Member of Our Herd
- December 1, 2018
- Cathy Valle
Calamity Louise will be 20 years old. This is difficult to comprehend for a number of reasons including how old our dear longhorn cow is, how times flies when we’re…
4 Reasons Why Halloween is Not Our Most Favorite Holiday
- November 1, 2018
- Cathy Valle
Halloween is not necessarily everybody’s favorite holiday at Green Valley Ranch. Here are 4 reasons why, and a 5th reason that saves the day!! For a Treat, visit our SALEBARN…
Agricultural Tax Exemptions in Texas: Longhorns
- October 1, 2018
- Cathy Valle
A few Texas Longhorn cattle may be all you need to meet the requirements for Agricultural Use Exemption in Texas and the sizable benefits that the Texas Tax code offers….
From a Cow’s Eye View… 6 Things to LOOK OUT For
- September 1, 2018
- Cathy Valle
Most people correctly assume that cows see things differently to humans. After all, their eyes are on each side of their head. But, have you ever considered putting yourself in…