November 2025 NEBRASKA CATTLEMAN 15 Bring Us Your Genetics, We'll Send Them Back Bred! Heifer Development Facility and Background Yard (402)382-5336 Check Out All Our Programs! www.calamuscattlecompany.com Family Owned And Operated Experienced. Dedicated. Sandhills Values. Bred < /agribusiness Member FDIC | From Forbes ©️ 2025 Forbes Media LLC. All rights reserved. Used under license. ONE THAT PROVIDES. Time-tested Agribusiness banking. “We just want to give them every opportunity,” Joe says. “The oldest one’s only 9 years old, but he’s raking hay, he’s helping with calving. We just want to make room for them and plan the ranch accordingly – but also want the kids to choose their own path. All in all, a cattle ranch is a great place to raise a family.” Joe and Cyndi have learned what it takes to hand off the reigns to the next generation while also staying involved. “Communication is key,” Joe advises. “You know, family ranches have similar targets where they’re headed. Just make sure everybody’s on board and let younger partners ‘take the oars’ gradually.” Kolby agrees. “There are a lot of great days, and there’s plenty of hard days. It’s a great lifestyle. Just make it clear where you’re at on things. With family, communication is really key to working together.” ~NC~
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