The first time I stepped onto TomKat Ranch I was aghast by its beauty. Back then, this landscape was pure enigma.
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TKREF Intern Observations: Working and Worldbuilding with Mukethe
Working with Mukethe has been one of the highlights of my time at TomKat! Mukethe is an incredibly talented shepherd and land steward, but most importantly, she is a worldbuilder.
The Quiet Power of Rangelands
Resilient rural communities are stewards of rangelands that provide essential goods and services.
A Cool Approach to Livestock Branding
During the winter branding season, we were excited by an opportunity to try a different approach to cattle branding: freeze branding.
Private Landowners Are Carrying More Conservation Weight Than You Might Think
There’s a story about conservation in the American West that doesn’t get told enough. It happens quietly, on private land, funded out of pocket by the farmers and ranchers who live and work there every day.
Bale Grazing Trial: Results from Spring 2026
Over the past few years at TomKat Ranch, we have been exploring the practice of bale grazing. This involves feeding hay in the pasture with the expectation that cattle will “waste” 15-20% of it.
