rancher
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of rancher
Example Sentences
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On beef, Mr. Youngkin explains, “prices are way up, and therefore cattle ranchers and farmers are selling their stock, which constrains supply. And that means that prices are going to stay high for a while.”
A local rancher hired the migrant to manage his herd of cattle.
From Los Angeles Times
Wolves have since recolonized the state — a development hailed by conservationists as an ecological win but derided by many ranchers whose cattle are slaughtered by the skilled pack hunters.
From Los Angeles Times
Some ranchers worry that wastewater might contaminate sources of groundwater and imperil their operations.
Before selling cattle in and out of the state, ranchers need to have them inspected by Nebraska’s Brand Committee.
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