In the heart of southeastern Montana, where winters are notoriously severe, third-generation rancher Don Polich manages a sprawling 12,000-acre ranch. The beautiful, yet sometimes challenging landscape can be a critical concern for ranchers like Don tending to livestock. The harsh winter conditions, characterized by frozen fields and ponds, pose significant challenges to cattle well-being. Undeterred […]

For ranchers, an essential part of raising livestock is feeding hay. Opinions vary on the best method on how that should be done: feeding in a bale ring or unrolling hay bales with an arm bed. In this post, we’ll go over the benefits of using an arm bed to unroll hay and an additional […]

Harper, KS – Butler Beds, the manufacturer of rugged and reliable bale beds, announced a partnership with The World Series of Team Roping (WSTR) today.   WSTR is focused on the sport of amateur handicapped team roping. WSTR produces over 140 qualification events yearly, with the WSTR Finale located in Las Vegas, NV.   This […]

Creates North American distribution for value flatbed brand HARPER, Kan. – Harper Industries, Inc. has successfully completed the acquisition of Butler Beds, a manufacturer based in Bixby, Okla., focused on durable, economical bale beds. The move by Harper further strengthens the family’s diversified portfolio in the areas of agriculture, turf management and truck equipment. “We […]