Austin Maness

Austin Maness, COO of Harvest Returns, joined me to talk about the unique way that they are approaching agricultural funding. We talk about how the process works, who can participate on the investment side as well as who is best suited to participate as a producer.  Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: HarvestReturns.com

Austin Maness, COO of Harvest Returns, joined me to talk about the unique way that they are approaching agricultural funding. We talk about how the process works, who can participate on the investment side as well as who is best suited to participate as a producer. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://farmingwithoutthebank.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farming Without the Bank</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://harvestreturns.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HarvestReturns.com</a>

Ep. 317 – Austin Maness – Harvest Returns

Morgan Hartman

Morgan Hartman from Understanding Ag joined me to talk about how we apply soil health principles to turf managment in this country. We talk about golf courses, lawns, and the amount of irrigation and chemical application that occurs on these acres. we also try to chart a better path forward with regard to these acres. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Relevant Links: Soil Health Academy in New York Driving the Green Blog

Morgan Hartman from Understanding Ag joined me to talk about how we apply soil health principles to turf managment in this country. We talk about golf courses, lawns, and the amount of irrigation and chemical application that occurs on these acres. we also try to chart a better path forward with regard to these acres. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Relevant Links: <a href="https://soilhealthacademy.org/schools/regenerative-dairying-hoosick-falls-ny/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Soil Health Academy in New York</a> <a href="https://www.drivingthegreen.golf/dtg-blog/growing-greener-golf-courses-part-two" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Driving the Green Blog</a>

Ep. 316 – Morgan Hartman – Soil Health Applied to Turf Management

Jaime Elizondo of Real Wealth Ranching joined me once again. This time we discuss how to select the most profitable genetics from our herd. We talk about removing the crutches, the way to choose between two equal animals, as well as when to start keeping your own bulls. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Ranching.FYI Sunshine Bible Academy Relevant Links: https://www.RWRanching.com/calving Jaime’s Previous Episode: Ep. 247 Jaime Elizondo – Real Wealth Ranching

Jaime Elizondo of Real Wealth Ranching joined me once again. This time we discuss how to select the most profitable genetics from our herd. We talk about removing the crutches, the way to choose between two equal animals, as well as when to start keeping your own bulls. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://ranching.fyi" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ranching.FYI</a> <a href="https://sunshinebible.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Bible Academy</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://www.rwranching.com/calving" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.RWRanching.com/calving</a> Jaime’s Previous Episode: <a href="https://workingcows.net/247" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 247 </a>Jaime Elizondo – Real Wealth Ranching

Ep. 315 – Jaime Elizondo – Natural Genetic Selection

Mark Firth

Mark Firth, CEO of Arrowquip, joined me to talk about some of the trends they are paying attention to in the industry. We talk about the increasing demand for beef as well as the increased interest in a new generation of ranchers coming into the business of ranching and the equipment, experience, and education they will need to succeed. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Baja Gold Salt Co. Baja Gold Salt Co. on Instagram Relevant Links:  Arrowquip.com

Mark Firth, CEO of Arrowquip, joined me to talk about some of the trends they are paying attention to in the industry. We talk about the increasing demand for beef as well as the increased interest in a new generation of ranchers coming into the business of ranching and the equipment, experience, and education they will need to succeed. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.bajagoldsaltco.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baja Gold Salt Co.</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bajagoldsaltco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baja Gold Salt Co. on Instagram</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://arrowquip.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arrowquip.com</a>

Ep. 314 – Mark Firth – Equipping the Next Generation

Marisa Tolsma

Marisa Tolsma joined me to discuss the journey she and her family have been on towards increasing levels of health. We discuss the GAPS diet, the roll of fermented foods, as well as the importance of sea salt for human health. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Baja Gold Salt Co. Baja Gold Salt Co. on Instagram Relevant Links:  Bumblebee Apothecary Bumblebee Apothecary on Instagram Dr. Eric Berg on The Signs of a SALT Deficiency Related Episodes: Ep. 261 Robert Cain and Michael Sileck – The Sea Salt Revolution

Marisa Tolsma joined me to discuss the journey she and her family have been on towards increasing levels of health. We discuss the GAPS diet, the roll of fermented foods, as well as the importance of sea salt for human health. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.bajagoldsaltco.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baja Gold Salt Co.</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bajagoldsaltco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Baja Gold Salt Co. on </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bajagoldsaltco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://bumblebeeapothecary.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bumblebee Apothecary</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bumblebeeapothecary/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bumblebee Apothecary on Instagram</a> <a href="https://youtu.be/fqhThRC2ldQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Eric Berg on The Signs of a SALT Deficiency</a> Related Episodes: <a href="https://workingcows.net/261" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 261</a> Robert Cain and Michael Sileck – The Sea Salt Revolution

Ep. 313 – Marisa Tolsma – Thriving Human Wellness

Lynn Hoover

Lynn Hoover joined my wife Miranda and me at our kitchen table after a pasture walk at our place to discuss what we can do to improve our herd and range health without defaulting to synthetic solutions. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Sunshine Bible Academy Ranch Right LLC Relevant Links: Ocean Blue Agronomics

Lynn Hoover joined my wife Miranda and me at our kitchen table after a pasture walk at our place to discuss what we can do to improve our herd and range health without defaulting to synthetic solutions. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: <a href="https://sunshinebible.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Bible Academy</a> <a href="https://ranchrightllc.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ranch Right LLC</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://www.oceanblueagronomics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ocean Blue Agronomics</a>

Ep. 312 – Lynn Hoover – All Natural Soil and Herd Health

Karoline Rose

Karoline Rose of the KRose Company and various other enterprises joined me to talk about her teams process of setting goals. We talk about how her and her teams go about setting goals as well as how they track progress and maintain a culture of accountability. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Sunshine Bible Academy Ranch Right LLC Relevant Links:  KRoseCompany.com The Rancher’s Daughter

Karoline Rose of the KRose Company and various other enterprises joined me to talk about her teams process of setting goals. We talk about how her and her teams go about setting goals as well as how they track progress and maintain a culture of accountability. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: <a href="https://sunshinebible.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Bible Academy</a> <a href="https://ranchrightllc.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ranch Right LLC</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://www.krosecompany.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">KRoseCompany.com</a> <a href="https://www.theranchersdaughtermt.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Rancher’s Daughter</a>

Ep. 311 – Karoline Rose – Setting Goals

Wally Congdon

Wally Congdon a Deputy County Attorney and Rancher from Mineral County, Montana joined me to talk about the processes that exist to help local stewards reassert local control as they interact with the Federal Government regarding public land use. We talk about the three different ways of interacting with the Federal Government as well as some examples of reasserting local control. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank

Wally Congdon a Deputy County Attorney and Rancher from Mineral County, Montana joined me to talk about the processes that exist to help local stewards reassert local control as they interact with the Federal Government regarding public land use. We talk about the three different ways of interacting with the Federal Government as well as some examples of reasserting local control. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farming Without the Bank</a>

Ep. 310 – Wally Congdon – Reasserting Local Control

Tara Vander Dussen

Natalie Kovarik

Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen from the Discover Ag podcast joined me to discuss healthy online engagement. We talk about the issues facing agriculture today as well as how we can answer common objections. We also discuss the ways that we can have a healthier in-house discussion within agriculture, namely between agriculture and regenerative agriculture. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links Discover Ag Podcast

Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen from the Discover Ag podcast joined me to discuss healthy online engagement. We talk about the issues facing agriculture today as well as how we can answer common objections. We also discuss the ways that we can have a healthier in-house discussion within agriculture, namely between agriculture and regenerative agriculture. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farming Without the Bank</a> Relevant Links <a href="https://www.thehandsthatfeedus.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Discover Ag Podcast</a>

Ep. 309 – Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen – Discover Ag

Fernando Falomir

Exactly 300 episodes after his initial appearance Fernando Falomir of the Chihuahuan Desert in Mexico joined me to talk about the ins and outs of managing in a brittle environment. We discuss the importance of well thought out infrastructure as we attempt to manage the resource concerns of our specific context. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Continue Your Education: Register Now for Regen Ag 101

Exactly 300 episodes after his initial appearance Fernando Falomir of the Chihuahuan Desert in Mexico joined me to talk about the ins and outs of managing in a brittle environment. We discuss the importance of well thought out infrastructure as we attempt to manage the resource concerns of our specific context. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Continue Your Education: <a href="https://soilhealthacademy.org/regen-ag-101/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register Now for Regen Ag 101</a>

Ep. 308 – Fernando Falomir – Managing in Brittle Environments

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Jacob Miller

Jacob Miller of Livewire Fence Supply joined me to discuss the process they have gone through over the last few years to get through a record setting drought in Southwest Nebraska. We discuss his destocking strategy as well as how the soil health journey they have been on set them up to recover quickly from this drought. We also discuss the importance of paying attention to your mental health during difficult times. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: InheritProgress.com Performance Livestock Analytics Relevant Links: LivewireFenceSupply.com 

Jacob Miller of Livewire Fence Supply joined me to discuss the process they have gone through over the last few years to get through a record setting drought in Southwest Nebraska. We discuss his destocking strategy as well as how the soil health journey they have been on set them up to recover quickly from this drought. We also discuss the importance of paying attention to your mental health during difficult times. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://inheritprogress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">InheritProgress.com</a> <a href="https://performancelivestockanalytics.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Performance Livestock Analytics</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://www.livewirefencesupply.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LivewireFenceSupply.com</a>

Ep. 307 – Jacob Miller – Surviving Drought

Logan Pribbeno

Jeff and Logan Pribbeno of Wine Glass Ranch welcomed me into their office for a discussion about the ins and outs of keeping their ranch together for 5 generations. We talk about it’s founding after the Civil War and some of the keys to transitioning the ranch since that time. Our conversation touches not just on the process of passing the ranch from one family to the next but also on the importance of selecting animals that thrive in their environment and the importance of a healthy ecosystem. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Sunshine Bible Academy Ranching.FYI Relevant Links: Wine Glass Ranch Logan on Twitter

Jeff and Logan Pribbeno of Wine Glass Ranch welcomed me into their office for a discussion about the ins and outs of keeping their ranch together for 5 generations. We talk about it’s founding after the Civil War and some of the keys to transitioning the ranch since that time. Our conversation touches not just on the process of passing the ranch from one family to the next but also on the importance of selecting animals that thrive in their environment and the importance of a healthy ecosystem. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: <a href="https://sunshinebible.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Bible Academy</a> <a href="https://ranching.fyi/register" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ranching.FYI</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://grazecattle.us" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Wine Glass Ranch</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nebraskero" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Logan on Twitter</a>

Ep. 306 – Jeff and Logan Pribbeno – Keeping the Ranch Together for 5 Generations

Gabe Brown

Allen Williams

Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams joined me to discuss matching management to context. We discuss how our management decisions can negatively affect diversity because they are not right for our context. We also discuss the process of soil aggregation, plant succession, and epigenetic improvement. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Continue Your Education: Register Now for Regen Ag 101

Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams joined me to discuss matching management to context. We discuss how our management decisions can negatively affect diversity because they are not right for our context. We also discuss the process of soil aggregation, plant succession, and epigenetic improvement. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Continue Your Education: <a href="https://soilhealthacademy.org/regen-ag-101/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Register Now for Regen Ag 101</a>

Ep. 305 – Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams – Matching Management to Context

Dallas Mount, CEO of Ranch Management Consultants, joined me to discuss the ways in which we can use our profit. We discuss the Three Secrets to Increasing Profit as well as how to avoid making the same mistakes we have made when we got the end of the year with excess profit. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Sunshine Bible Academy Ranching.FYI Relevant Links: RanchingforProfit.com Ep. 114 Dave Pratt – Monuments to Tax Avoidance Dallas’ Previous Appearances: Ep. 198 Dallas Mount – Succession Strategies – July 14th, 2021 Ep. 179 Dallas Mount – The Grazing Principles – March 9th, 2021 Ep. 156 Dallas Mount – Having the Courage to Talk – September 22nd, 2020 Ep. 120 Dallas Mount – Working ON the Business – December 30th, 2019 Ep. 090 Dallas Mount – Profitablity Targets – May 21st, 2019 Ep. 043 Dallas Mount – Turning the Tables – August 20th, 2018 Ep. 029 Dallas Mount – Learning in the Land Down Under – May 15th, 2018 Ep. 002 Dallas Mount – Four Pillars of a Ranching Operation – November 6th, 2017

Dallas Mount, CEO of Ranch Management Consultants, joined me to discuss the ways in which we can use our profit. We discuss the Three Secrets to Increasing Profit as well as how to avoid making the same mistakes we have made when we got the end of the year with excess profit. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: <a href="https://sunshinebible.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Bible Academy</a> <a href="https://ranching.fyi/register" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ranching.FYI</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://ranchingforprofit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RanchingforProfit.com</a> <a href="https://workingcows.net/114" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 114</a> Dave Pratt – Monuments to Tax Avoidance Dallas’ Previous Appearances: <a href="https://workingcows.net/198" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 198</a> Dallas Mount – Succession Strategies – July 14th, 2021 <a href="https://workingcows.net/179" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 179</a> Dallas Mount – The Grazing Principles – March 9th, 2021 <a href="https://workingcows.net/156" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 156</a> Dallas Mount – Having the Courage to Talk – September 22nd, 2020 <a href="https://workingcows.net/120" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 120</a> Dallas Mount – Working ON the Business – December 30th, 2019 <a href="https://workingcows.net/90" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 090</a> Dallas Mount – Profitablity Targets – May 21st, 2019 <a href="https://workingcows.net/43" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 043</a> Dallas Mount – Turning the Tables – August 20th, 2018 <a href="https://workingcows.net/29" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 029</a> Dallas Mount – Learning in the Land Down Under – May 15th, 2018 <a href="https://workingcows.net/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 002</a> Dallas Mount – Four Pillars of a Ranching Operation – November 6th, 2017

Ep. 304 – Dallas Mount – What is Profit For?

Don Day of Day Weather joined me to discuss the long term predictability of weather patterns. We talk about how consistent these weather patterns are as well as the timescale involved in these cycles. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank CSU Stock Planning Paper: StockingPlanningCSU

Don Day of Day Weather joined me to discuss the long term predictability of weather patterns. We talk about how consistent these weather patterns are as well as the timescale involved in these cycles. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farming Without the Bank</a> CSU Stock Planning Paper: <a href="https://workingcows.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/StockingPlanningCSU.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">StockingPlanningCSU</a>

Ep. 303 – Don Day – Long Term Weather Forecasting

Burke Teichert

Burke Teichert joined me to continue our conversation on the characteristics of successful ranch managers. We talk about Burke’s journey into regenerative management as well as some specific production practices that made the difference on the ranches he has managed. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Attend a Soil Health Academy: Adaptive Grazing Burke’s List:  What are the major determinants of financial success?  Enterprise mix and choices Overheads Stocking rate  Cow size and milk production Grazing and pasture management Fed feed vs. grazed feed   Calving Season  Herd fertility Wise input use for optimum production   Marketing   What key ratios drive profitability?   Reduce overheads Increase turnover Market well Then improve three key ratios:  Acres per cow Cows per FTE Fed feed vs. grazed feed      Previous Conversation: Ep. 299 Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 1 – May 12th, 2023

Burke Teichert joined me to continue our conversation on the characteristics of successful ranch managers. We talk about Burke’s journey into regenerative management as well as some specific production practices that made the difference on the ranches he has managed. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Attend a Soil Health Academy: <a href="https://soilhealthacademy.org/schools/adaptive-grazing-hope-michigan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adaptive Grazing</a> Burke’s List: <ul> <li>What are the major determinants of financial success? <ul> <li>Enterprise mix and choices</li> <li>Overheads</li> <li>Stocking rate <ul> <li>Cow size and milk production</li> <li>Grazing and pasture management</li> <li>Fed feed vs. grazed feed</li> </ul> </li> <li>Calving Season <ul> <li>Herd fertility</li> <li>Wise input use for optimum production</li> </ul> </li> <li>Marketing</li> </ul> </li> <li>What key ratios drive profitability? <ul> <li>Reduce overheads</li> <li>Increase turnover</li> <li>Market well</li> <li>Then improve three key ratios: <ul> <li>Acres per cow</li> <li>Cows per FTE</li> <li>Fed feed vs. grazed feed</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> Previous Conversation: <a href="https://workingcows.net/299" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ep. 299</a> Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 1 – May 12th, 2023

Ep. 302 – Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 2

Daniel Hayes

Daniel Hayes of Snakebird Stockdogs joined me to discuss the process of learning and succeeding with stock dogs. We talk about the importance of mentors as well as some tips for getting started.  Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: Daniel on Facebook

Daniel Hayes of Snakebird Stockdogs joined me to discuss the process of learning and succeeding with stock dogs. We talk about the importance of mentors as well as some tips for getting started. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farming Without the Bank</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100081773804743" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel on Facebook</a>

Ep. 301 – Daniel Hayes – Succeeding with Stockdogs

Jolene Brown

Jolene Brown a renowned farm and ranch transition expert. She joined me to discuss the importance of communication and preparing the next generation to take the reins of leadership in our businesses. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: JoleneBrown.com

Jolene Brown a renowned farm and ranch transition expert. She joined me to discuss the importance of communication and preparing the next generation to take the reins of leadership in our businesses. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: <a href="https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Farming Without the Bank</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://jolenebrown.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JoleneBrown.com</a>

Ep. 300 – Jolene Brown – Developing the Next Generation

Burke Teichert joined me for a conversation on what it takes to be a successful ranch manager. We talk about the most important things we should be keeping an eye on including some of the key ratios that go a long way toward determining profitability. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Take a Course from Understanding Ag: Regen Ag 101 Burke’s List:  What are the major determinants of financial success?  Enterprise mix and choices Overheads Stocking rate  Cow size and milk production Grazing and pasture management Fed feed vs. grazed feed   Calving Season  Herd fertility Wise input use for optimum production   Marketing   What key ratios drive profitability?   Reduce overheads Increase turnover Market well Then improve three key ratios:  Acres per cow Cows per FTE Fed feed vs. grazed feed     

Burke Teichert joined me for a conversation on what it takes to be a successful ranch manager. We talk about the most important things we should be keeping an eye on including some of the key ratios that go a long way toward determining profitability. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Take a Course from Understanding Ag: <a href="https://soilhealthacademy.org/regen-ag-101/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Regen Ag 101</a> Burke’s List: <ul> <li>What are the major determinants of financial success? <ul> <li>Enterprise mix and choices</li> <li>Overheads</li> <li>Stocking rate <ul> <li>Cow size and milk production</li> <li>Grazing and pasture management</li> <li>Fed feed vs. grazed feed</li> </ul> </li> <li>Calving Season <ul> <li>Herd fertility</li> <li>Wise input use for optimum production</li> </ul> </li> <li>Marketing</li> </ul> </li> <li>What key ratios drive profitability? <ul> <li>Reduce overheads</li> <li>Increase turnover</li> <li>Market well</li> <li>Then improve three key ratios: <ul> <li>Acres per cow</li> <li>Cows per FTE</li> <li>Fed feed vs. grazed feed</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul>

Ep. 299 – Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 1

Dawn Hnatow a stockmanship instructor from Sulphur Springs, TX joined me to talk about some lessons she learned when Bud Williams came to the feedlot at which she was working. We discuss the impact to the bottom line of good stockmanship as well as what to do with the excess energy of newly arrived cattle. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Ranch Right LLC Sunshine Bible Academy Relevant Links: CattleUpStockmanship.com 2023 Stockmanship School June 1-4

Dawn Hnatow a stockmanship instructor from Sulphur Springs, TX joined me to talk about some lessons she learned when Bud Williams came to the feedlot at which she was working. We discuss the impact to the bottom line of good stockmanship as well as what to do with the excess energy of newly arrived cattle. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at <a href="https://www.sea-90.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.sea-90.com</a> or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: <a href="https://ranchrightllc.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ranch Right LLC</a> <a href="https://sunshinebible.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunshine Bible Academy</a> Relevant Links: <a href="https://www.cattleupstockmanship.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CattleUpStockmanship.com</a> <a href="https://workingcows.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/2023-Stockmanship-School-June-1-4.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2023 Stockmanship School June 1-4</a>

Ep. 298 – Dawn Hnatow – Changing Stockmanship

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Working Cows

Gabe Brown, of Brown’s Ranch in Bismarck, ND, joined me to talk about what they are doing to develop heifers that can perform in their environment. We talk about different ways of getting animals into the herd as well as different ways to market animals that fall out of the herd.

Gabe Brown, of Brown’s Ranch in Bismarck, ND, joined me to talk about what they are doing to develop heifers that can perform in their environment. We talk about different ways of getting animals into the herd as well as different ways to market animals that fall out of the herd.

Ep. 121 – Gabe Brown – Heifer Development in Sync with Nature

John Coleman

John Coleman Locke of the Locke Division of the J.D. Hudgins ranch joined me to discuss their transition to and implementation of mob grazing to improve their resource base. We talk about his influences like Dave Pratt, Dallas Mount, and Ian Mitchell-Innes. We also discuss how much of a paradigm challenge it is for a seed stock operation to employ these techniques. Be sure to tune in to their bull sale on Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 to see how your business might be improved by some Bos Indicus genetics.

John Coleman Locke of the Locke Division of the J.D. Hudgins ranch joined me to discuss their transition to and implementation of mob grazing to improve their resource base. We talk about his influences like Dave Pratt, Dallas Mount, and Ian Mitchell-Innes. We also discuss how much of a paradigm challenge it is for a seed stock operation to employ these techniques. Be sure to tune in to their bull sale on Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 to see how your business might be improved by some Bos Indicus genetics.

Ep. 084 – John Coleman Locke – Mob Grazing to Improve Land, Livestock, and Life

Burke Teichert of Teichert Management and Consulting joined me to discuss the training programs that consistently produce the most well equipped ranch managers. We talk about how future ranch managers can be prepared to lead teams that follow Burke’s Five Essentials for a Profitable Ranch.

Burke Teichert of Teichert Management and Consulting joined me to discuss the training programs that consistently produce the most well equipped ranch managers. We talk about how future ranch managers can be prepared to lead teams that follow Burke’s Five Essentials for a Profitable Ranch.

Ep. 100 – Burke Teichert – Training the Next Generation of Ranch Managers

Wally Olson

Wally Olson is a rancher and educator in Claremore, OK. He teaches people how to maximize profit through marketing decisions. He joined me to talk about how we can handle the marketing decisions we face this fall and into the future.

Wally Olson is a rancher and educator in Claremore, OK. He teaches people how to maximize profit through marketing decisions. He joined me to talk about how we can handle the marketing decisions we face this fall and into the future.

Ep. 112 – Wally Olson – Navigating Difficult Markets

Morgan Hartman is a seed stock producer, grazier, and Holistic Management educator. He joined me to discuss the process he would go through to get started with Holistic Planned Grazing. Morgan also challenges the paradigms of some of those who are paradigm challengers themselves.

Morgan Hartman is a seed stock producer, grazier, and Holistic Management educator. He joined me to discuss the process he would go through to get started with Holistic Planned Grazing. Morgan also challenges the paradigms of some of those who are paradigm challengers themselves.

Ep. 099 – Morgan Hartman – Getting Started with Holistic Planned Grazing

Dallas Mount, Extension Educator for the University of Wyoming and instructor for the final class of the High Plains Ranch Practicum joined me ahead of the June 26th launch of the class. We discuss profitability targets for the 2018 calf crop and how you could use them to inform the decisions you are still making about the 2019 calf crop.

Dallas Mount, Extension Educator for the University of Wyoming and instructor for the final class of the High Plains Ranch Practicum joined me ahead of the June 26th launch of the class. We discuss profitability targets for the 2018 calf crop and how you could use them to inform the decisions you are still making about the 2019 calf crop.

Ep. 090 – Dallas Mount – Profitability Targets

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