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  1. sunger

    Kawasaki Mule Vs Polaris Ranger

    I have owned a Kawasaki mule for roughly 4 years now, and it's been trouble-free. I believe the ranger is also a quality workhorse, so maybe let your best deal be the decider. I doubt you could go wrong with either.
  2. sunger

    Calving Season

    I would think the January's calves struggle with the weather in some areas, but your industry knows much better than I do.
  3. sunger

    Local 4H wants to come to farm

    I have them on 100 acres, divided into 3 pasture rotations. No drone needed, which would probably just spook them anyway.
  4. sunger

    Local 4H wants to come to farm

    I have the local high school FFA class come nearly every year to see my buffalo. Never an issue, and I love showing them off.
  5. sunger

    Starting a ranch

    Decide what you want to do before anything else. Then, look at what you can afford. Remember, income doesn't happen immediately, only expenses. When looking for land, consider the weather, suitability for your purpose, marketing distance, and happiness. If you're happy, your animals are probably...
  6. sunger

    Guardian Animal?

    I raise buffalo, so no worries about a guard animal......
  7. sunger

    Calving Season

    Not the answers you're looking for, because I raise buffalo, but here I go anyway. Bison typically calve April thru June, followed by a breeding season of July- Sept. The greatest thing is that pulling a calf is very rare. Bison ranchers will sell stock generally when they are between 1-2...
  8. sunger

    Bison

    Did you receive the chute mfg info I sent? The 2 main things you need for buffalo are 1. a 6' exterior fence, and 2. a handling system designed/modified for them. Their strength is unbelievable. Happy to help in any way possible.
  9. sunger

    Bison

    Buffalo are incredible animals, and I couldn't be any happier with them. They are easier than cattle, and far more profitable. I too am in Texas, so if you're ever near Jacksonville, plan to stop by. I would be happy to show you the operation and animals.
  10. sunger

    Where is your farm?

    100 acres in east Texas, and raising bison.
  11. sunger

    Bison

    Hello everyone, I'm new on this site and wonder if there are any others who raise buffalo? Thanks, and looking forward to learning about many things.
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