Been Awhile

It's been awhile since I have posted anything on here. Between working on videos for Matt, getting ready for finals, synchronizing and A.I.'ing it has been a hectic last couple of weeks. Throw in a couple of first communions and there hasn't been much time to do anything but work. But I prefer it that way. Nobody that is successful has made it there without burning the midnight oil and working their tail off. I feel that it is just something that I need to do to help my self get to where I want to be. Make sure to check out all of the videos that I have produced for Matt. Also look for the MLC advertising package for your upcoming sales. Videos, pictures, and a pump up video, not to mention the blog. It would be a no brain investment for your sale.

Go Time

Definitely go time here in Central Nebraska. Planter in about every other field I've driven by on way to and from class. Guys aren't messing around with possible rain later this week. That means will have to start up the scouting season pretty soon.

Last Load

Finally got the last load spread! Time to get to planting.

Busy Weekend

Sorry for lack of posts. (Which some posts are pointless and just stuff that I find humorous). Been busy of course rocking out the Matt Lautner cattle videos. Went to Lincoln Saturday morning for the Nebraska Spring Game which we were able to tailgate for an hour then we got out of there before the storms (game was later cancelled). Dodged storms the rest of the weekend and back to school this week. Hope everyone had a great weekend!

Spring Game Weekend Weather

It is not too often that on the 3-day outlook (for Saturday) that you will see a Moderate risk area already. Could be an interesting day with the OU spring game and the Nebraska spring game both taking place Saturday. If you are going to either one make sure to pay attention to what's going on. The way this system is setting up could be a day full of long lasting and strong tornadoes. Stay safe out there everyone!

Now that's a BIG Rig

Woitaszewski Farms from Wood River. They don't mess around when it comes to the equipment they use.

Matt Lautner Cattle Nebraska Spring Social

Happy to announce that there will me a MLC spring social in Grand Island, NE on Thursday April 26 at 7PM at Buffalo Wild Wings. Come out for friendship and fellowship. Talk to Matt and other breeders and enjoy yourself.

Need for the Barn!

Working Calves

Getting to that time of year.Worked about 70 calves this morning before I had to head to Kearney for class. Pink-eye, booster, and cut the bulls. I got stuck doing the grunt work pushing the calves into the cradle. Lucked out and didn't get kicked once. Good day!

Hat Supply

What does it mean when just from the back window of my car I could wear a different cattle hat for a good two weeks. Need to do some Spring Cleaning.

One way to do it.

Well either she got tired of getting pushed around or she got pushed out. Either way she seems to be fine with it. And of course out of the 100 cows that are at the farm, it is 1 of the 2 I own.

Proud Moment

I have been lucky enough to be apart of a lot of great cattle.  Whether it's is one that we raised at Ricks, or someone that has had me help them fit, I've been able to work on quite a few good ones. So why a picture of this heifer? She's not that great game changer but she holds a special spot to me. Until recently I haven't owned any cows of my own. I finally got a little extra money and bought two show heifers for the 2009-2010 showing season. Well this is the first calf out of one of those heifers.  She was Champion Maine Female at the 2012 Nebraska Cattlemen's Classic. I've had a lot of joy from being a part of winners. But raising, working on, and showing one that was all mine out of the heifer I showed and owned. A pretty cool feeling I must say. And even better yet is that this heifer sold to a great family a couple hours from me. Their girl that shows her loves her to death and that brings me great joy. Hopefully I can continue to grow my cow herd and have continued success. Instead of Rick having all the fun and enjoyment :-)

The office

This would be the office in my apartment where I try to make movie magic happen. Still learning a thing or two but still very thankful for the opportunities I've gotten so far. If you're needing any video work, don't be afraid to give me a call or shoot me an email with any questions you may have.

Well timed rain

Hopefully this post doesn't make it stop but we are finally getting a nice and well timed rain. On top of that 99% of the fields we scout are getting it. Should make a great seed bed for planting here in a few weeks!

Matt Lautner Cattle On the Road Update for April 3

Getting caught surfing the web in class.

How I react when my professor is talking and knows that I am surfing the web. Just a casual look over the laptop.

Monopoly 2 Masters Special

In honor of the greatest golf tournament of the year I am having a 10% off on Monopoly 2 orders now thru Sunday night. That makes it just $27/straw! You may not have what it takes to beat the best in the world at golf, but join the best in the world at raising show cattle and use Monopoly 2 today!

Matt Lautner Cattle Weekend Update 3/31-4/1

Welcome/Introduction

Just a warning that this will be a longer post just so I can get everything out there that you may need/want to know.

Hello my name is Derek Vogt. I live in Cairo, NE. Was born and raised in Boelus, NE (population 200). I am a 21 year old Agribusiness major at the University of Nebraska-Kearney.  I am blessed to be able to be apart of many different things in the great world of Ag.  I would not be where I am at if it weren't for the help of my brother in-law Rick Schultz.  Rick got me started into agriculture by showing sheep at the age of 8 and moving up to cattle by the age of 10. The rest as they say is history. Rick has a very successful show cattle operation, Rick Schultz Show Cattle, in Cairo, NE. I am proud to be apart of it and that is what takes up most of my spare time. There is nothing I enjoy more then getting home from class and heading out to the farm to work on calves and just free my mind.

I recently started a cattle photography and videography business.  I enjoy being able to go around and view other peoples cattle. As well as getting them displayed and promoted in a way that will help them succed with their sales. I am also very thankful and gracious to Mr. Matt Lautner. He has given me the opportunity to make him Weekend Wrapup videos for his blog. They are a great recap for the success that his bulls have over the weekend in a nice condensed package.

In the Summer when not too busy with cattle or school, I work with Rick on his Agronomy business. We run a big and busy schedule between the two of us. We look at everything and answer any question that the farmers may have.  It is a great job that I thoroughly enjoy.

I am also very lucky to have a great and beautiful girlfriend Michelle. She has to put up with my long hours, and lots of miles of traveling. And thankfully she has stuck around!

That is a quick insight into what I take part in! Hope to keep you entertained and maybe teach you a thing or two. Thanks for stopping by!