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Providing thought provoking information and resources for Ranchers that have a desire to be Responsible, Adaptive, and Profitable. From cows, to land, to people, and technology... issues every ranching business deals with. Hosted by Justin Mills, a 5th generation Wyoming Rancher.
A production of Working Ranch Magazine.
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Beef on Dairy... today is Part 1 of a two-part series looking at that segment of our cattle industry. Dr. Ty Lawrence of West Texas A&M University is one of the most recognized experts on this subject. Today we will look at the factors in the dairy industry that has dairy producers cross breeding to non-dairy genetics. Then we’ll begin to peel back the layers as we look at "the Good", "the Bad"... and in next weeks show will finish with the Ugly and my questions on this subject.
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With the start of a new year let’s stop and think about what we want in the year ahead. While we may know what we’d like to accomplish, what we end up doing is often something different. Ranching Consultant and Coach Allan Crockett returns as a guest as we discuss what we can do to be effective in the next year. From settle goals to identifying the obstacles that keep us from reaching those goals. Allan provides insight as to how we can move off center and avoid feeling overwhelmed. Let's start the year off right!
Plus, Marcia Bunger, Administrator for the Risk Management Agency joins us to talk about their upcoming "Livestock Roadshow".
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Randy Blach, CEO with CattleFax, joins us to talk about why he is so optimistic about our market outlook. We'll discuss influential factors including beef demand and harvest capacity and the trends that the calf market is calling for.
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The ability to utilize Virtual Fencing to control the movement of livestock on your ranch looks to be one of the next big things. Chad Boyd, with the USDA-ARS out of Burns, OR gives us the details of a study they have conducted using Virtual Fencing and provides insight into how it works, costs, and other useful information.
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Part 2 on the Walmart Beef Supply Chain with guest Lamar Steiger, as we address whether Walmart's vertically integrated beef supply could someday control prices all the way down to the rancher and the benefit of having the largest grocery retailer in the country focused on beef.
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Walmart has created their own Beef Supply Chain. In this episode we talk with Lamar Steiger, a rancher and consult to Walmart on this endeavor, as he shares about how it came together and what pushed the largest retailer to step into the beef industry.
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A very large-scale project using sex-skewed semen on a terminal cross commercial cow/calf ranch is underway. It's aimed at improving profitability and sustainability. In this episode learn about the partnership between ABS Global and the Bair Ranch of Montana and how it is relevant to the commercial rancher.
Plus, Meteorologist Don Day explains how Solar Minimums can predict our weather patterns as far out as ten years!
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A look at two tools that can provide valuable decision-making information for your livestock operation. Our guests are Meteorologist Don Day on Weather Stations and Terrill Miller from Cattlesoft, Inc on Cattle Record Keeping Software.
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The cattle industry is full of products or companies promising you an increase in your profit per head if you use it. In this episode we look deeper into Selling Program Cattle… from Age & Source Verified, to All Natural, all the way to GAP certified. Host, Justin Mills, talks with Superior Livestock Rep Clint Berry to layout the details and what you need to be aware of so you can decide if the return is worth your investment.
When the National Western Stock Show in Denver announced it's was cancelling it's 2021 event, it brought out the creation of a new major livestock show called Cattlemen's Congress hosted by the Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) in Oklahoma City. Host Justin Mills talks with Tyler Norvell, a board member of the Cattlemen's Congress and President of OYE, about how it came together, how they plan to make it happen, why it's already considered a MAJOR show and... what about the future of Denver?
Year End Preparation. COVID Assistance has put a lot of capital in the ranching business so have you prepared for the tax liabilities your operation may have... plus estate planning and tax exemption limits considering the election. Dennen Gamradt with the accounting firm EideBailly joins me today.
Meteorologist Don Day breaks out long term weather for each region of the United States and Canada and will hear from the Captn' with Tim's 2 Cents.
The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is coming up, but this year it's been moved to Arlington, TX.... and it’s going be held in a 40,000 seat baseball stadium! ProRodeo Announcer and host of Pro-Rodeo Tonight on the Cowboy Channel, Justin McKee, joins us to give us the layout of the arena and talk details.
Plus Tim's 2 Cents and Meteorologist Don Day on what history maybe forecasting about our long term La Nina weather pattern.
The dust hasn't completely settled on the election, but some changes in leadership are inevitable. Jess Peterson with Western Skies Strategies talks with host Justin Mills about the details of the changes we could see. Plus, Tim's 2 Cents, long term weather with Meteorologist Don Day, and a Livestock Market recap.
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
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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.
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Clint Berry (Superior Livestock) joins us for our annual Cattle Market Outlook following the latest projections presented at Cattle Industry Convention by CattleFax. As we head into 2026, we evaluate where we are in the cattle cycle — have we truly stopped liquidation, or simply slowed it? We discuss heifer retention trends and projected prices across the board, including fed steers, 550-weight calves, cull cows, bred females, and the strengthening bull market. We also examine the impact of the Mexico border closure on supply and industry infrastructure, along with the strong consumer demand that continues to support beef prices despite historically tight cattle numbers. If you’re a cow-calf producer, stocker operator, cattle feeder, or anyone involved in the beef industry, this episode provides perspective to help you think through risk, opportunity, and profitability heading into 2026.
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This week we’re joined by University of Kentucky livestock economist Dr. Kenny Burdine for a timely conversation that starts with cow size and weaning weights — and quickly moves into the bigger picture of efficiency, consistency, and profitability in the cow-calf business. We discuss how mature cow size ties back to real costs, why consistency in the calf crop matters more than many producers realize, and how marketing dynamics like lot size can add — or leave — money on the table. We’ll also take a look at current market signals, herd retention, competing meats, and what ranchers should be thinking about as we head into 2026.
Plus a discussion with Jeremy Martin & Chrisman of Stockmen's Source Bull Sale.
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Today we sit down with Nebraska rancher John Maddux of Maddux Cattle Company to talk about business decisions that often matter most — and are sometimes the hardest to make. John shares how a disciplined financial mindset has shaped their operation over generations, including how they evaluate cows as assets, balance emotion with economics, and make long-term decisions designed to keep the ranch viable. We also dig into replacement strategy, heifer development, and how managing appreciation and depreciation in the cow herd plays into overall profitability. It’s a thoughtful conversation on ranch management, financial focus, and what it takes to build an operation that lasts. Plus we'll talk about their upcoming "Maternalizer" Mature Bred Cow Herd Dispersal Sale.
Then, a visit with Ted Perry (Purina) about how we need to evaluate our mineral program throughout the year.
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Are we leaving money on the table with our breeding decisions? This week Wyoming rancher Jared Boardman (Wishbone Simmental) joins us for a business-minded conversation on cattle genetics and breeding decisions in today’s market. We step back and take a hard look at how many commercial producers select genetics based on the small percentage of replacement heifers they keep each year, while the majority of the calf crop is sold. Jared explains why that approach can leave money on the table and how thinking in terms of output, inputs, and profit can reshape breeding strategies. We also discuss terminal versus maternal focus, the technologies available in the industry that provide producers with more options, and how disciplined decision-making can help align genetics with how cattle operations actually make money.
Also, a conversation with Dan Leo (Apex Cattle) on Heterosis and their upcoming Production Sale.
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We kick off 2026 with a forward-looking conversation on where the cattle industry is headed and how ranchers can position themselves for the year ahead. My guest is Jared Wareham, (website: Horizon Venture Management) a beef industry, ag-tech consultant and Southern Colorado rancher. We discuss cattle markets, herd rebuilding, cost of capital, and what may be holding expansion back — without simply rehashing the same talking points. Instead, we focus on the factors influencing real-world decisions at the ranch level and how we, as producers, can think about managing risk, operations, and long-term profitability as we plan for 2026.
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