Ranch Economics
Due to COVID-19, many livestock sales are going virtual! Here's a quick tutorial for buying at one upcoming on-line sale - the California Wool Growers 100th Annual California Ram Sale.
CWGA Online Ram Sale - Buyer's Guide
Publications
Publications and articles on ranch economics, business planning, and financial management.
What to Buy First: Capital Purchases for New Livestock Operations
Electronic Identification Systems for Small-Scale Livestock Producers: A Case Study
UC Davis Cost Study - Yearling/Stocker Production for Northern Sacramento Valley
UC Davis Cost Study - Cow/Calf Production for Northern Sacramento Valley
UC Davis Cost Study - Grass-fed Beef
Economic Tool Box
Check out these links to economic and financial planning tools for ranchers! Check back for California-specific tools!