TAYLOR, Neb. (RFD NEWS) — Upstream Ranch is preparing for one of the longest-running production sales in the cattle industry as it gears up for its 49th Annual Production Sale. The sale will feature Hereford, Angus, and Red Angus genetics focused on performance and consistency.
Quinn Rutt of Upstream Ranch joined us on Friday’s Market Day Report to preview what buyers can expect at this year’s event.
In his interview with RFD NEWS, Rutt outlined the overall makeup of the sale offering and discussed several standout sire groups that will be available, highlighting the ranch’s continued focus on proven genetics. He also touched on how Upstream Ranch balances long-standing ranch practices with modern genetic selection, as well as the key takeaways the ranch hopes buyers leave with after attending the sale.
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