UP Ranchers' Club

📂 𝐕𝐀𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐎 𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝟎𝟏

The UP Ranchers’ Club introduces you to its newest trivia series known as the 𝗩𝗮𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀! Be it about facts related to farming, animal management, gastronomy, food science, history, haciendero life, etc. Get indulged with random knowledge as we continue to create and nurture the interest in the field of Animal Science and related disciplines.

𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖?

𝘽𝙤𝙨 𝙩𝙖𝙪𝙧𝙪𝙨 (European cattle) and 𝘽𝙤𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙨 (Zebu or Tropical cattle) not only differ in terms of their physical appearance and climate adaptation. European-derived cattle are generally considered to have a tastier flavour profile due a physiological process known as marbling, making such beef best for premium steaks and culinary purposes.
Marbling refers to the development and accumulation of fat within the muscles (i.e., intramuscular fat) which translates to greater tenderness and juiciness of beef. The muscles of Bos ta**us have smaller fibre sizes too, contributing to such quality.

Reference:
Highfill, C. M., Esquivel-Font, O., Dikeman, M. E., & Kropf, D. H. (2012). Tenderness profiles of ten muscles from F1 Bos indicus × Bos ta**us and Bos ta**us cattle cooked as steaks and roasts. Meat Science, 90(4), 881–886. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.meatsci.2011.11.022

📝: Yugi Raule
🎨: Yugi Raule, Francine Esmile

We raise our hats to our March celebrants, riding into another year with grit, heart, and that unmistakable Rancher spirit. Just like the changing sea*on, you bring fresh energy, growth, and life to the ranch.

Even with the rougher roads lately, fuel prices climbing high and fares hitting harder than ever, you’ve kept showing up, pushing through, and riding steady despite it all. Knowing that these hindrances have only one solution, being kind. That’s pure Rancher.

Here’s to more laughter, stronger bonds, and moments that make the ride unforgettable. Happy Birthday, March Ranchers!

That’s a wrap, cowboys and cowgirls!

We’re grateful to everyone who joined the UP Ranchers’ Club Orientation and took the time to get to know the herd. Whether you decided to ride with us or simply stopped by to learn more, we hope you enjoyed the night (+ the dinner that had a kick to it 🥵) and had fun seeing the glimpse of the Rancher life. 🤠

'Til next time! 🐶

There’s a new trail waiting just beyond the fence, and it starts with a night full of wagging tails, tiny happy dances, and cowboy dreams. 🌵✨

📅 March 4, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 ICs Bar & Cafe

Channel your inner little beagle cowboy, tip your hat nice and proud, and scoot on over to the ranch for an evening of new friendships, fresh trails, and stories waiting to be written. Whether you’re a sea*oned rider or just trotting in with curious paws, there’s a warm spot saved just for you in our herd.

Expect laughter, loyal company, and a whole lot of heart as we start this journey together. Saddle up, the adventure begins here! ✨

Seats won’t last forever - so don’t stay behind the fence!

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Saddle up. The adventure starts with one brave little step.