Built on Cattle, Construction, and a Dedication to Farming
Cattle have been part of nearly every stage of Lawrence County producer Ronnie Moore's life. He got his start working beside his uncle J.W. Moore, a beef producer and owner of the former Lawrence County Stockyards, and over the years that beginning has grown into a strong operation shaped by know-how, family, and dependable local advice.
A Life Spent Around Cattle
Ronnie and his brother Ray, who now works for Lawrence Farmers Cooperative, were raised in the auction barn with the auctioneer's cadence as a constant backdrop. That early exposure lit a passion that grew stronger over time. Today Ronnie manages 140 cows plus a backgrounding operation that moves 250 to 400 calves a year.
He gives much of the credit to the Co-op. Staff members share product recommendations and practical guidance he can count on, and he feels they truly look out for his interests.
Why Pro-Lix Liquid Supplement Suits This Operation
Acting on a suggestion from Issac Belew, Ronnie started using Pro-Lix Liquid Supplement, a molasses-based feed high in protein and energy. Pro-Lix helps fill the nutrition gap in forage, particularly in dry spells, and supports cattle grazing lower-quality forages. Ronnie now relies on two formulations across his farm.
- Supports overall body condition, including hair and coat quality
- Aids milk production after calving
- Works with pasture roughage and a quality free-choice mineral to deliver protein, phosphorus, trace minerals, and vitamins
- Offers precise intake control for nutritionally and economically sound feeding
- Uses a safe, convenient delivery system with feed-out troughs and direct pasture delivery
- Helps cattle utilize fiber and corrects protein and mineral deficiencies
- Includes bonded urea for safety and improved rumen microbe stimulation
- Rain-safe, with unique intake control through sweet and sour blend ratios
In Ronnie's words, not having to worry about rain mattered when he decided to invest in the feeders. If you'd like advice on feeding rates for your own herd, talk with your local cooperative livestock specialist.
Contact UsGrowing a Business and a Family Legacy
Ronnie runs his cattle operation like a serious business focused on financial success, much like the choices he made while working with his in-laws O.A. and Dorothy (Dot) Richardson and family in their construction company. For more than 40 years he worked as a contractor building homes and subdivisions throughout Lawrence County while keeping a healthy herd.
His wife Patti shares his enthusiasm for the cattle business, and raising their family in the country has been a blessing. When they built their home, they made sure cows grazed the pastures around the yard so Patti could watch the calving and see calves running. Ronnie and Patti have two children and four grandchildren.
Ronnie urges young people to look at careers in agriculture and often mentors beginning farmers in his community. He reminds fellow farmers that no one knows everything and encourages them to lean on their local Co-op, whose experts keep him current on new technology while keeping his herd healthy.
Local News
Agricultural Exemption Holders Need to Verify Details to Renew
The Department of Revenue is reminding agricultural exemption holders to confirm their exemption by December 31, 2023, so they can keep buying certain agricultural items tax-free. To renew a tax exemption card, call the department at 615-253-0600 or email [email protected]. Holders should also have received a letter with renewal instructions.
2024 Calendars Now Available
Pick up a free 2024 Co-op calendar at the store. Calendars are at both counters while supplies last, with a limit of two per customer. Extra calendars cost $2.00 each.
Round n' Raise for Local 4-H & FFA
Shoppers at 28 member Co-ops helped the Tennessee Farmers Cooperative Foundation raise $16,398.69 through the Round 'N Raise promotion. Anderson Farmer's Co-op customers gave $502.30 from October 1st through the 31st. The local Farmers' Co-op keeps collecting for these groups from December 1st through the 31st, so stop by the store to Round 'N Raise.
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From cattle nutrition and forage support to local news and community fundraisers, this page gathers the stories and updates that matter to area producers. Browse the sections above to see how neighbors like Ronnie Moore put Co-op products and advice to work, then reach out to your local livestock specialist with questions about your own herd.