Tag: Angus

  • First Connealy Total Package Calf on the Ground And She’s Exactly What We Were After

    First Connealy Total Package Calf on the Ground And She’s Exactly What We Were After

    It’s been a busy spring and summer here at Stella Manor, and I’ve been putting off writing this update because, honestly, things haven’t slowed down enough to sit at a keyboard. But this one deserves its own post. We have our first Connealy Total Package calf on the ground, a heifer, and she has the…

  • New Arrival: A Total Package Heifer Hits the Ground at Stella Manor

    New Arrival: A Total Package Heifer Hits the Ground at Stella Manor

    We had a heifer calf born on March 29th out of 117M, one of our first-calf heifers, sired by Connealy Total Package. She came in at 78 pounds, was up quick, and latched onto colostrum without any issues. That’s about all you can ask for from a heifer’s first calving. She’s already looking the part.…

  • 239L Welcomes Her First Calf

    239L Welcomes Her First Calf

    This week was an exciting milestone at Deluisio Angus as 239L delivered her first calf. He is already showing a friendly temperament, a trait we place a lot of value on in our herd. Watching him interact in the pasture, it’s clear he carries himself with confidence and curiosity. Pedigree Strength This calf is sired…

  • Building a Calmer, More Productive Herd Through Mindful Breeding

    Building a Calmer, More Productive Herd Through Mindful Breeding

    Anyone who works with cattle knows the value of a calm herd. Stressful cattle handling isn’t just unpleasant, it can lead to lower productivity, safety risks, and even health issues in your animals. Fortunately, producers have the power to create calmer herds through mindful and deliberate breeding decisions. Genetics plays a huge role in shaping…

  • Heat Stress and Shade Seeking: Summer Comes to Stella Manor

    Heat Stress and Shade Seeking: Summer Comes to Stella Manor

    June 21, 2025 – Westmoreland County, PA: As of this morning, the National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for much of the region, with heat index values expected to reach up to 103°F in some parts of eastern Ohio. While we are not quite touching triple digits here, our temperatures in Westmoreland County are…

  • Expanding My Breeding Toolbox: Seeking Tips on Artificial Insemination & Breeding Plans

    Expanding My Breeding Toolbox: Seeking Tips on Artificial Insemination & Breeding Plans

    Expanding My Breeding Toolbox: Seeking Tips on Artificial Insemination & Breeding Plans Hello fellow ranchers, I’m excited to share some updates about my herd and get your valuable insights as I venture into new territory. For years, my focus has been on embryo transplant programs with my registered Angus cattle, a system that has served…

  • Why I Transitioned My Cattle Herd to Black Angus

    Why I Transitioned My Cattle Herd to Black Angus

    When I started raising cattle, I was drawn to the idea of managing a herd that could thrive on my pasture while also offering financial rewards. Over time, I transitioned my herd to Black Angus—a decision influenced by their strong reputation, financial advantages, aesthetic appeal, and the robust support offered by the American Angus Association.…