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Jacob Summerlin: King of the Crackers (Pt. 2)

Jacob Summerlin: King of the Crackers (Pt. 2)

Jacob Summerlin, affectionately known as the "King of the Crackers" and "King of the Cracker Cow Hunters," was a trailblazing figure in the cattle industry. His life's work involved shipping...

Jacob Summerlin: King of the Crackers (Pt. 2)

Jacob Summerlin, affectionately known as the "King of the Crackers" and "King of the Cracker Cow Hunters," was a trailblazing figure in the cattle industry. His life's work involved shipping...

Jacob Summerlin Jr.: King of the Crackers

Jacob Summerlin Jr.: King of the Crackers

Jacob Summerlin Jr. was not just any cattle rancher. He was the "King of the Crackers," a title that encapsulates his larger-than-life persona and indomitable spirit. This blog post delves...

Jacob Summerlin Jr.: King of the Crackers

Jacob Summerlin Jr. was not just any cattle rancher. He was the "King of the Crackers," a title that encapsulates his larger-than-life persona and indomitable spirit. This blog post delves...

Duette, Florida's Grass Farming Legacy: How Leonard Horak of Circle 6 Farm Champions Sustainable Beef Farming

Duette, Florida's Grass Farming Legacy: How Leo...

Introduction Discover the untapped potential of Florida's grasslands through the lens of Duette, a small yet agriculturally rich community in Manatee County. Established in 1888, Duette is more than just...

Duette, Florida's Grass Farming Legacy: How Leo...

Introduction Discover the untapped potential of Florida's grasslands through the lens of Duette, a small yet agriculturally rich community in Manatee County. Established in 1888, Duette is more than just...

The Evolution of Florida's Cattle Trade

The Evolution of Florida's Cattle Trade

Welcome to the inaugural blog post of the Florida Beef Initiative, where we are on a transformative journey to revitalize local economies through sustainable cattle ranching. Today, we delve into...

The Evolution of Florida's Cattle Trade

Welcome to the inaugural blog post of the Florida Beef Initiative, where we are on a transformative journey to revitalize local economies through sustainable cattle ranching. Today, we delve into...