Working Ranch Radio Show

Episodios

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  Ep 263: Cattle Markets: Still Defying Gravity w/ Trent Stewart 15.08.2026 54m

  Coming off the Video Royale sale in Winnemucca, where does the cattle market stand as we head toward the fall calf run? This week, Superior Livestock’s Trent Stewart looks at what the summer sales are telling us, what buyers are paying for, and how weight, delivery date and rising feed costs could impact marketing decisions. Plus, why he says this market is still “defying gravity” and why 2028 may be the year to watch. #WorkingRanchRadioShow #CattleMarket #CattlePrices #BeefCattle #CowCalf #FeederCattle #SuperiorLivestock #VideoRoyale #CattleMarketing #Ranching #BeefIndustry #LivestockMarketing
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  Ep 262: Should She Stay? Rethinking Cull Cow Decisions w/ Dr. Ron Gill 08.08.2026 54m

  Should today's record cattle market change the way you make culling decisions? This week, Texas A&M's  Dr. Ron Gill discusses which culling principles should never change, where the current market may justify a different approach, and the traits that lead to a more profitable, longer-lasting cow herd. Plus, in a lightning round of real-world scenarios, Dr. Gill weighs in on which cows stay, which ones go, and why. Also, Don Day explains why this El Niño may have more in common with weather patterns from the 1950s than more recent El Niño events—and what that could mean for our long-range outlook. #WorkingRanchRadio #CowCalf #BeefCattle #Ranching #CullCows #CowHerd #HerdManagement #CommercialCattle #CowLongevity #CattleManagement #ReplacementHeifers #BeefIndustry #RanchLife #Profitability #TexasAgriLife
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  Ep 261: Data Centers: What Rural America Needs to Know w/ Tony Pipa 01.08.2026 54m

  Data centers are becoming a bigger part of the conversation across rural America, but what do they actually mean for the communities where they're built? Tony Pipa with the Brooking Institution is our guest as we discuss what's driving the rapid growth in data centers, the opportunities they may bring, and the legitimate concerns surrounding water, power, land, jobs and long-term economic impacts. We also look at what rural communities should be asking before making decisions that could shape their future for decades. #DataCenters #RuralAmerica #ArtificialIntelligence #RuralDevelopment #Agriculture #Ranching #Energy #WaterResources #EconomicDevelopment #WorkingRanchRadioShow
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  Ep 260: Something Feels Different in the Cattle Market w/ Clint Berry 18.07.2026 54m

  Has the cattle market found its new normal? Superior Livestock representative Clint Berry joins us to discuss what the recent Week in the Rockies sale is telling us, why he remains bullish on the long-term outlook for the beef industry, and what producers should be thinking about as they prepare to market this year's calf crop. Plus, Purina beef nutritionist Dr. Elizabeth Belew shares practical strategies to help position your herd for next year's success, and meteorologist Don Day has your long-range weather forecast. #WorkingRanchRadio #WorkingRanchMagazine #CattleMarket #BeefIndustry #SuperiorLivestock #WeekInTheRockies #CowCalf #CattleProducers #Ranching #LivestockMarketing #RiskManagement #BeefNutrition #Purina #Weather #Agriculture
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  Ep 259: When Protein Pays with Dr. David Lalman 11.07.2026 56m

  As summer progresses, forage quality can begin to decline long before the pasture looks like it's running out. That subtle change can impact intake, digestion, weight gain, body condition, and ultimately your bottom line. Oklahoma State University professor Dr. David Lalman joins us to discuss when late-summer protein supplementation makes economic sense, which classes of cattle stand to benefit the most, and how producers can evaluate whether the return on investment is worth the added input. Whether you're dealing with drought or simply managing maturing forage, this conversation offers practical insights to help you make more informed grazing and supplementation decisions. #WorkingRanchRadio #WorkingRanchMagazine #Ranching #CowCalf #Cattle #Livestock #RanchManagement #BeefProduction #GrazingManagement #ProteinSupplementation #ForageQuality #CattleNutrition #PastureManagement #DroughtManagement
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  Ep 258: Beyond Screwworm: What's Next for the Cattle Industry Featuring Jared Wareham & Chelsea Good 04.07.2026 53m

  Screwworm has dominated headlines across the cattle industry, but what happens after the initial crisis? Jared Wareham (Horizon Venture Management) and Chelsea Good (Good & Associates) join us to examine where the industry stands today—from the economic impact of a closed Mexican border and changing cattle markets to the latest technology being deployed to combat screwworm. We also explore the longer-term implications that may emerge from today's response, including shifts in beef production, processing, and global competition that could influence the U.S. cattle industry for years to come. #WorkingRanchRadio #WorkingRanchMagazine #Screwworm #CattleIndustry #BeefIndustry #CowCalf #CattleMarkets #BeefProduction #Livestock #Ranching #AnimalHealth #AgTech #USDA #CattleProducers #BeefBusiness
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  Ep 257: What the Corn Belt Classic Is Telling Us with Bailey Ballou 27.06.2026 54m

  The first major summer video auction is in the books, and the results from Superior Livestock Auction's Corn Belt Classic are providing an early look at where the calf market may be headed this fall. Bailey Ballou joins us to discuss the fundamentals continuing to support historically strong cattle prices, what buyers are rewarding in today's market, and how health programs, genetics, and demand are influencing premiums. Plus, we break down the sale region by region across the country to see where the strongest markets emerged and what those results could mean for your operation. #WorkingRanchRadio #WorkingRanchMagazine #SuperiorLivestock #CornBeltClassic #CattleMarket #CattlePrices #CowCalf #Ranching #LivestockMarketing #BeefIndustry #CattleProducers #Agriculture
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  Ep. 256: Two Technologies Reshaping Ranch Management 13.06.2026 54m

  Technology is changing ranching—but only if it leads to better decisions. This week, Shane White of Ceres Tag discusses wearable livestock technology and how data on feed efficiency, fertility, and grazing behavior may reshape cattle management. Then Gabe Wight of HerdAdvisor joins us to tackle one of ranching's biggest challenges: getting records entered and using them to improve marketing, culling, breeding, and profitability. Two technologies. One goal: helping ranchers make better decisions. #WorkingRanchRadio #ranching #cattle #cowcalf #livestock #agtech #precisionlivestock #cattlemanagement #grazingmanagement #ranchmanagement #beefproduction #agriculture
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  Ep 255: What Happens When Nobody Talks About the Land? w/Sonja Howle 06.06.2026 54m

  A historic amount of American farm and ranch land is changing hands—and for many families, the biggest challenge isn't the legal paperwork. It's having the conversations that need to happen before the paperwork is ever signed. Today, land transition strategist Sonja Howle joins us to discuss the growing wave of agricultural land transitions, why so many families find themselves unprepared, and how understanding your family's values and vision for the land can shape better decisions for future generations. Plus, later in the show, why one cattle nutrition expert with Lallemand Animal Nutrition says, “yeast is not yeast is not yeast,” and what that means for getting more performance from your forage. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranchlife #ranching #beef #cattle #livestock #cowcalf #BeefCattle #CattleManagement #Ranchers #AgPodcast #RuralAmerica #Agriculture #FamilyRanch #LandTransition #FarmTransition #SuccessionPlanning #FamilyLegacy #WorkingLands #LandStewardship #AgLand #RanchManagement #ForageManagement #CattleNutrition #Probiotics #GutHealth #ForageUtilization
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  Ep 254: Three Ranchers. One Question. The Worst Way to Spend $50,000. 23.05.2026 54m

  If you had an extra $50,000 to invest into your ranch today… what’s the smartest way to use it? In part two of this special roundtable discussion, Zach Hopson, Dallas Mount, and Paul Foster discuss the worst ways to spend money, when equipment actually makes sense, paying down debt versus keeping cash available, and how ranchers are beginning to use AI and technology to improve decision-making, grazing management, and overall business efficiency. A practical conversation about deploying capital, managing risk, and building a stronger ranch business while cattle markets remain strong. Plus, a conversation on the first and only intranasal BRD vaccine offering protection against IBR, BRSV, PI3, Pasteurella multocida and Mannheimia haemolytica... and it's safe to use in calves 1 week of age and older. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranching #ranchlife #cowcalf #cattle #livestock #ranchbusiness #ranchprofitability #agtech #virtualfencing #AIinAgriculture #riskmanagement
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  Ep 253: Three Ranchers. One Question. $50,000 to Invest. 16.05.2026 54m

  If you had $50,000 to invest into your operation today… where would it go?  Today is part 1 of a 2-part conversation with three ranchers from different operations answer the exact same question. Zach Hopson from East Texas, Dallas Mount from Eastern Wyoming, and Paul Foster from Northern Wyoming each bring a different perspective shaped by their own environments, business structures, land access, risk tolerance, and long-term goals. From cattle trading and infrastructure development… to water projects, labor efficiency, diversification, working capital, and preparing the next generation… this conversation becomes much bigger than simply “how to spend $50,000.” It’s a practical, honest discussion about priorities, profitability, resilience, and building operations that can survive long-term. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranching #ranchlife #cowcalf #cattle #livestock #beef #cattlemanagement #ranchprofitability #grazingmanagement #agbusiness #customgrazing #RanchingForProfit
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  Ep 252: Are You Managing the Market… or Is It Managing You? w/ Abby Greiman 09.05.2026 54m

  Cattle markets are strong… but are producers truly managing risk, margins, and marketing decisions — or simply reacting to the market around them? This week Abby Greiman of Ever.Ag joins us for a practical conversation on cattle marketing, breakevens, risk management, and why surviving cattle cycles often isn’t about swinging for the fences. We discuss understanding your costs, putting a marketing plan in place, and utilizing tools that can help protect operations when markets eventually turn. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranchlife #ranching #cattle #livestock #beef #cowcalf #cattlemarketing #riskmanagement #cattlemarkets #beefproduction #ranchprofitability #cattleproducers #agriculture #LRP #livestockriskprotection #EverAg #marketingplan #breakevens #cowcalfproducers #agpodcast #ranchmanagement #cattleindustry
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  Ep 251: Keeping Ranchers on the Land: The Mission of the Noble Research Institute w/ Steven Rhines 25.04.2026 53m

  Today we take a closer look at the mission behind the Noble Research Institute and what it means for the future of ranching in the United States. Steven Rhines, CEO and President of the Noble Research Institute, joins us to share the history of the organization, the vision that shaped it in the 1940s, and how that work continues today through a focus on soil health, grazing management, and keeping ranchers on the land. We discuss the challenges facing U.S. grazing lands, the loss of producers, and why the conversation has shifted from growth to preservation. Then, we break down four key deworming concepts designed to slow resistance and improve the effectiveness of your parasite control program—practical strategies every producer should be thinking about with Dr. Jody Wade (Boehringer Ingelheim).  #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranchlife #ranching #beef #cattle #livestock #cowcalf #cattlemanagement #ranchprofitability #grazingmanagement #soilhealth #landstewardship #foragemanagement #ranchers #parasitecontrol #cattlehealth #deworming #Neogen #FlyControl #Altosid #Cargill #NoFence #CLS
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  Ep 250: Eminent Domain: What Landowners Need to Know w/ Tiffany Dowell Lashmet 18.04.2026 54m

  Today we take a closer look at Eminent Domain and what it means for landowners. Tiffany Dowell Lashmet, agricultural law specialist with Texas A&M University, joins us to walk through the basics of eminent domain, where the authority comes from, some of the common truths and misconceptions, and the practical steps landowners should—and shouldn’t—take if they find themselves facing it. Plus, as we head into fly season, we shift gears to a challenge every producer deals with—horn flies. How much are they really costing your operation, and why does timing matter when it comes to control? We look at the economic impact and how to stay ahead of the problem before it shows up. #AltosidIGR #CentralLifeSciences #WorkingRanchRadio #ranching #cattle #beef #AgPodcast #EminentDomain #PropertyRights #AgLaw #FlyControl #HornFlies #CattleHealth
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  Ep 249: Making Kentucky 31 Fescue Work—and What It Teaches About Grazing Management w/ Dr. Harley Naumann 11.04.2026 54m

  Kentucky 31 fescue—for some it’s tolerated, for others it’s hated. This week, Dr. Harley Naumann with the University of Missouri joins us to talk about how to manage Kentucky 31 fescue and make it work in a year-round grazing system. From avoiding toxicity to stocking rate, forage diversity, and matching cattle to available feed, the focus is on building a system that works—not just for ranchers in the fescue belt, but for operations everywhere. Plus, we look at the latest data on preconditioning calves and where it’s adding value in today’s market. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranching #cattle #cowcalf #foragemanagement #ranchprofitability #grazingmanagement #rotationalgrazing #pasturemanagement #fescue #kentucky31 #stockingrate #foragediversity #preconditioning #cattlehealth #Cargill #Altosid #PrimeVac #Limousin #NoFence #TankToad #Gelbvieh
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  Ep 248: Does Grazing Under Pivots Pencil? w/ Race King 04.04.2026 54m

  What does it look like to shift irrigated pivot ground from crop production to grazing livestock? On today’s episode, Race King with the Matador Ranch joins us to share how their operation approached that transition. With over 20 years of experience, we discuss what led them to explore grazing under pivots, the steps they took to implement it, and the results they’ve seen over time. From labor and infrastructure to soil health and long-term economics, we explore whether this approach can work in other parts of the country—and how it performs across different market conditions. Plus, we take a look at a different approach to fly control using a bolus-based delivery system that provides up to 195 days of coverage—reducing reliance on mineral intake and/or tags. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranchlife #ranching #cattle #livestock #beef #cowcalf #cattlemanagement #foragemanagement #ranchprofitability #agriculture #agpodcast #pivotirrigation #grazingmanagement #soilhealth #regenerativeag #rotationalgrazing #stockercattle #flycontrol #cattlehealth #Limousin #Neogen #TankToad #NoFence #Gelbvieh
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  Ep 247: Transitioning from Crops to Cattle w/ Troy Hadrick 21.03.2026 54m

  What do you do when farming no longer pencils out? Today, South Dakota rancher Troy Hadrick (Hadrick Ranch) joins us to talk about transitioning from dryland crop farming to a cattle-focused operation. We discuss what drove that shift, how direct-to-consumer beef sales created new opportunity, and what it really takes—from water and infrastructure to working with the right partners—to make a transition like this work on the ground. Plus, we look at the new pheromone-based product called, CattleZen, designed to help reduce stress in calves during key management periods. #workingranchmagazine #ranchlife #ranching #cattle #beef #livestock #WorkingRanchRadio #AgPodcast #CowCalf #BeefProduction #RanchProfitability #CattleManagement #DirectToConsumer #DirectBeef #RegenerativeAg #GrassToCattle #RanchTransition #CattleHealth #CattleZen #LowStressHandling
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  Ep 246: Why Calves Crash Three Weeks After Weaning or a Stress Event w/ Dr. Blaine Ellison 14.03.2026 54m

  Why do calves often crash about three weeks after weaning or shipping?  Today Dr. Blaine Ellison of Applied Bio Technologies, Inc joins us to explain the 21-day cortisol surge in cattle — a stress response that can suppress immune function, shut down weight gain, and increase sickness risk. In this episode we discuss: • Why cattle often stall out during the first 21–28 days after stress• The evolutionary biology behind the cortisol surge• How the immune system shifts metabolism during stress• Management decisions that may unintentionally make the problem worse• What producers might consider doing differently to reduce stress and improve performance Understanding what happens during this critical window could help producers improve health outcomes, performance, and profitability across the industry. #workingranchmagazine #WorkingRanchRadio #ranchlife #ranching #cattle #livestock #beef #BeefCattle #CowCalf #CattleManagement #CattleHealth #BeefProduction #RanchProfitability #Ranchers #AgPodcast #RuralAmerica #CattleHealth #AnimalHealth #BRD #CattleStress #FeedlotManagement #Preconditioning #Stockmanship #LivestockManagement
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  Ep 245: How Artificial Intelligence is Changing Embryo Transfer w/ Cara Wells & Jarred Wareham 28.02.2026 54m

  Embryo transfer has long promised accelerated genetic progress, but with pregnancy rates sitting around 42%, producers are forced to ask hard questions about cost, risk, and return on investment. In this episode Cara Wells, founder and CEO of Emgenisys, shares how artificial intelligence is being used to analyze embryo viability before transfer. By capturing a brief video through a microscope and applying machine learning, embryologists can now receive a pregnancy probability score — helping improve decision-making, increase pregnancy rates, and better utilize valuable recipient females. Ag Tech Strategist Jarred Wareham explains why this may be one of the first truly practical applications of AI in the cattle industry — and how it could reshape embryo transfer programs for both registered and commercial producers. Later in the show, Terrell Miller of CattleMax joins us to discuss herd management software, record keeping, and why organizing your cattle data may be just as important as improving the genetics behind your herd. Emgenisys Contact Info: info@emgenisys.com #WorkingRanchRadio #workingranchmagazine #ranching #cattle #EmbryoTransfer #AgTech #ArtificialIntelligence #CattleManagement #CattleMax
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  Ep 244: 2026 Weather Outlook w/ Don Day 21.02.2026 54m

  What will 2026 bring — and how much hinges on the timing of El Niño? Meteorologist Don Day joins us for our Extended Weather Outlook as we look at the remainder of winter, the setup for spring moisture, and what a building — but potentially “Goldilocks” — El Niño could mean for summer grass, storm tracks, and monsoon development. From snowpack concerns to regional precipitation trends, we walk through what producers across the country should be watching in the months ahead. Plus, technology that promises to change how cow-calf producers measure feed intake, reproductive efficiency, and stocking rate decisions — all through a wearable device delivering real-time data. Then, the Captain shares an update on U.S. beef exports — why China remains the wildcard in global demand, and how market access could influence price strength moving forward. #WorkingRanchRadio #WorkingRanchMagazine #AgPodcast #Ranching #RanchLife #CowCalf #BeefCattle #CattleManagement #RanchProfitability #RanchEconomics #AgWeather #Weather #ElNino #Monsoon #ForageManagement #CattleCon #CattleTechnology #PrecisionAg #BeefExports #ChinaMarket #RuralAmerica #DayWeather