Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

Proposed Water Rule Draws Concerns Of Intrusion On Farmers And Ranchers Rights

There seems to be another government invasion on agriculture producers’ already dedicated efforts to care for resources so important to their survival and profitability. Certainly, there is concern about impact of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers proposed Waters of The United States (WOTUS) rule. As of now, the […]

Persistence Pays Off

“Marvelous Mae is out here in the corral.” That note on the table when we got home was good news, because we’d been stewing ever since the night before after we couldn’t catch the old bay mare for Labor Day weekend carriage-ride engagements.

Long Term Good Times Predicted For Flint Hills Cattle Producers

“Recent declines in daily cattle market reports are not reason for alarm.” Glynn Tonsor opened his remarks in clarification of that serious concern being expressed by many of the 175 cattlemen attending the Beef Producers Information Seminar at Emporia.

Being On Time Important

” What time is it?” Mrs. Groom, our second grade teacher, asked when we were in the fourth grade during an all school assembly, as we were seated with our legs crossed in the chair. We quickly unfolded our legs and sat up square, feet on the floor.