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Legacy Ranch American Wagyu overcomes challenges faced by first-generation farmers

November 20, 2024

Sawyer and Abbie Cottrell are like many young ranchers. They want to give their sons and daughter a childhood that’s meaningful and that will live beyond themselves.The Cottrell homestead sits at the end of a long gravel driveway just miles down the road from Eureka High School where Sawyer teaches...

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Legacy Ranch American Wagyu overcomes challenges faced by first-generation farmers