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Working Cows

A Platform for Producers

What is the key to becoming a more regenerative ranch? How do we increase the effectiveness of our management of the Land, Animals, Money, and People that have been entrusted to us? The Working Cows podcast exists to glorify God by providing farmers and ranchers a platform to discuss and share best practices for increasing soil health, profitability, stockmanship and leadership ability. Each week host, Clay Conry, will talk to leaders in the industry who have made the regenerative shift in their business so that their ranches are more profitable from an economic and ecologic perspective. They will discuss grazing, Holistic Management, herd health, low-stress stockmanship, leadership, and of course putting your cows to work for you.

Latest Episode

From NFL Data and Analytics to Profitable Maternal Cowherd (WCP 433)

Tyson Langland started his career with a data and analytics firm that worked with NFL football teams. When he decided to come back to the family farm and take over the cowherd, he brought that expertise with him. He achieved some goals regarding maternal traits early on, but that left him wanting more in the...

April 28 • 59m 2.8s

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From NFL Data and Analytics to Profitable Maternal Cowherd (WCP 433) cover art

From NFL Data and Analytics to Profitable Maternal Cowherd (WCP 433)

Tyson Langland started his career with a data and analytics firm that worked with NFL football teams. When he decided to come back to the family farm and take over the cowherd, he brought that expertise with him. He achieved some goals regarding maternal traits early on, but that left him wanting more in the...

April 28 • 59m 2.8s
The Massive Opportunity Presented by Managing US Military Installations Regeneratively (WCP 432) cover art

The Massive Opportunity Presented by Managing US Military Installations Regeneratively (WCP 432)

The US Military has millions of acres within the US Border. In addition, they have the opportunity to impact many more acres outside of the United States by assisting those around US Military installations abroad to bring their management into alignment with regenerative principles. Maj. Eric Czaja is working to see this happen starting here...

April 25 • 59m 1.7s
How Matt Stone Found His Ideal Customer (WCP 431) cover art

How Matt Stone Found His Ideal Customer (WCP 431)

Your ideal customer is looking for what you are selling when you are selling it. They are willing to pay more because you have what they are demanding when the supply is lowest. Knowing your ideal customer isn’t just for direct-to-consumer business. In fact, Matt Stone of Dakota Growth joined me to discuss how Cow/Calf...

April 22 • 45m 6.5s
Dr. Allen Williams Shares His Keys to Successful Grass-Finishing (WCP 430) cover art

Dr. Allen Williams Shares His Keys to Successful Grass-Finishing (WCP 430)

If we are going to grass-finish our animals, we should do it excellently. There are many pieces to accomplishing this. It is possible in almost all latitudes and longitudes. Today, Dr. Allen Williams shares with us what he has learned about grass-finishing in nearly 30 years of doing it. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding...

April 18 • 1h 13m 29.4s
The First Step to Managing What Matters (WCP 429) cover art

The First Step to Managing What Matters (WCP 429)

If we aren’t measuring what matters we can’t manage it. First, we need to decide what we are trying to accomplish and then start measuring the data that correlates to that goal so that we can make good decisions for profitable businesses. Eric Jasinski of Ambrook helps us think about how we can get started...

April 14 • 58m 23.7s
How Principles Keep You From Getting Left Behind by Chasing Fads (WCP 428) cover art

How Principles Keep You From Getting Left Behind by Chasing Fads (WCP 428)

Principles are powerful tools that can help us to avoid the temptation to follow the crowd and ranch like everyone else. Today we talk to Bart Carmichael and Pat Guptill about their new venture together, Principled Land Managers. We discuss both of their histories with regenerative agriculture as well as how they work to foster...

April 12 • 52m 52.5s
Burke Teichert on His Five Essentials of Successful Ranch Managers (WCP 427) cover art

Burke Teichert on His Five Essentials of Successful Ranch Managers (WCP 427)

Burke Teichert has a long track record of success in managing profitable ranches. Over that time, he has noticed some commonalities among successful ranch managers. He has boiled it down to Five Essentials. Today we discuss these 5 Essentials and how to apply them in a way that all resources under management are on a...

April 7 • 1h 22m 58.5s
Robust Solutions to Infrastructure Necessities (WCP 426) cover art

Robust Solutions to Infrastructure Necessities (WCP 426)

Neil Thorsteinson of Range Ward and Powerflex Supply joined me to discuss his journey into regenerative ranching as well as his work with Range Ward over the years. We discuss Powerflex Supply’s Rancher Success Program, the history of the companies, as well as the versatility of these systems. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!...

April 4 • 1h 7.1s
Lessons Learned After Capturing Over 100 Life Stories (WCP 425) cover art

Lessons Learned After Capturing Over 100 Life Stories (WCP 425)

It won’t be long until everyone living was born after a time when electricity was ubiquitous in it’s availability. How does that fact change our society? Vance Crowe, of Legacy Interviews, joined me to discuss how this project has impacted him as well as some of the common lessons people share with him as he...

March 31 • 50m 7s
Predicting Exceptional Beef Tenderness with 100% Accuracy through this Genetic Marker (WCP 424) cover art

Predicting Exceptional Beef Tenderness with 100% Accuracy through this Genetic Marker (WCP 424)

A positive beef eating experience depends on more than flavor and marbling. Frank Hendrix has discovered the genetic marker that is 100% accurate in predicting exceptionally tender beef. We discuss his journey into this discovery as well as the bottom line of profitability related to finding animals that display this marker. Thanks to our Studio...

March 28 • 46m 47.6s
The Skills Necessary to Profitably Run Goats (WCP 423) cover art

The Skills Necessary to Profitably Run Goats (WCP 423)

Goats are notoriously difficult to contain. Daniel Magalsky joins me to discuss the tools and skills necessary to keep goats in as well as ensure their success as a family unit. We also discuss how goats continue to be more profitable than cow/calf enterprises even in our current market conditions. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor,...

March 26 • 1h 11m 20.8s
High-Density Sheep Grazing that Drives Soil Health (WCP 422) cover art

High-Density Sheep Grazing that Drives Soil Health (WCP 422)

Sheep like “weeds.” They will eat them first. This makes them a great tool for improving all kinds of landscapes, including forage crops. Matt Goble, a sixth-generation sheepman from Utah, joins me to discuss the different strategies he and his family employ to make their wool sheep a very profitable enterprise. Thanks to our Studio...

March 24 • 1h 51.2s
Applying the Six Principles of Soil Health in Our Gardens (WCP 421) cover art

Applying the Six Principles of Soil Health in Our Gardens (WCP 421)

Are we consistently applying the Six Principles of Soil Health to all of our acres? Even our gardens? Marni Thompson of Understanding Ag joins me to discuss the lessons she has learned in applying these principles in her garden. We discuss the challenges, best practices, and the role of compost in the success of this...

March 21 • 38m 56.9s
How Horses Fit into a Regenerative Grazing Business (WCP 420) cover art

How Horses Fit into a Regenerative Grazing Business (WCP 420)

Horses are severe grazers. They are capable of causing almost unparalleled damage in a pasture. Meg Greski joined me to discuss the lessons she has learned in developing a horse grazing business that is regenerative and profitable. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: PowerflexSupply.com...

March 17 • 44m 46.3s
Profitable Marketing of Bulls and Other Ranch Products (WCP 419) cover art

Profitable Marketing of Bulls and Other Ranch Products (WCP 419)

It’s easy to focus on the various pieces of our marketing strategy to the point that we forget to actually sell the products we are marketing. Karoline Bohannan, of the KRose Company, joined me to discuss the things to pay attention to as we seek to get the word out about our ranch and rural...

March 14 • 59m 20.5s
Profitable Marketing of Bulls and Other Ranch Products (WCP 419) cover art

Profitable Marketing of Bulls and Other Ranch Products (WCP 419)

It’s easy to focus on the various pieces of our marketing strategy to the point that we forget to actually sell the products we are marketing. Karoline Bohannan, of the KRose Company, joined me to discuss the things to pay attention to as we seek to get the word out about our ranch and rural...

March 14 • 302ms
Natural Substitutes for Agronomic Applications that Drive Soil Health (WCP 418) cover art

Natural Substitutes for Agronomic Applications that Drive Soil Health (WCP 418)

As we seek to bridge the gap toward a redesign of our agricultural systems natural options are going to be the best option for a host of reasons. Lynn Hoover of Ocean Blue Agronomics joins me to discuss the role of sea salt in balancing nutrients, activating soil biology, and connecting plants with the nutrients...

March 12 • 43m 9.9s
Drones to the Rescue! How Drones Are Opening Up Hard to Access Landscapes for Planting Cover Crops (WCP 417) cover art

Drones to the Rescue! How Drones Are Opening Up Hard to Access Landscapes for Planting Cover Crops (WCP 417)

Drones continue to improve in efficiency and cost. They are proving useful across agriculture and reducing waste and over application of chemicals. Preston Cave shares some of his experiences using drones in different agricultural applications. We also talk about him joining a team of heroes that help delivered relief to victims of Hurricane Helene in...

March 10 • 52m 59.6s
Sound Money’s Role in Fixing America’s Broken Rural Economies (WCP 416) cover art

Sound Money’s Role in Fixing America’s Broken Rural Economies (WCP 416)

Is regenerative agriculture enough to fix America’s broken rural economies? Can we simply soil health our way out of the mess that the has been created by inflation and the printing of money? Joel Hollingsworth says “no.” While soil health and regenerative agriculture are crucial without sound money we are going to struggle to get...

March 8 • 1h 14m 22.2s
Profitable Winter-Feeding Strategies that Move the Needle (WCP 415) cover art

Profitable Winter-Feeding Strategies that Move the Needle (WCP 415)

Managing winter feed costs can boost profitability as reliably as almost any other change we can make. Stefan Bouw, of Edie Creek Angus, joined me once again to discuss some of the different strategies they have implemented over the years to manage labor costs and boost animal performance through his harsh Canadian winters. Thanks to...

March 7 • 47m 40.3s
Redesigning Our Nutrient Management for Soil Health (WCP 414) cover art

Redesigning Our Nutrient Management for Soil Health (WCP 414)

Brian Dougherty of Understanding Ag joins me once again. This time to discuss how we can become more adaptable with our nutrient management. Rather than following the conventional 4R approach of right source, right rate, right time, right place we look at the 6P approach where we let the 6 Principles of Soil Health guide...

March 3 • 54m 48.5s
Will Winter on The A to Z of Apple Cider Vinegar (WCP 413) cover art

Will Winter on The A to Z of Apple Cider Vinegar (WCP 413)

Will Winter joins me once again. This time we are focused on the A to Z of Apple Cider Vinegar. What purpose does it fill in a livestock operation? Why the source matters? As well as some practical considerations for how we use it on our operations. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head...

February 28 • 1h 1m 4s
A Homeopathic Approach to Calving Season (WCP 412) cover art

A Homeopathic Approach to Calving Season (WCP 412)

Calving season can be a stressful time for cattle and cattlemen alike. Ellen Bench joins me once again to talk about a different approach to helping calving season go more smoothly and less stressfully for everyone involved. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: KRose...

February 24 • 43m 19.3s
Changing Our Mindset to Help Facilitate Regenerative Agriculture (WCP 411) cover art

Changing Our Mindset to Help Facilitate Regenerative Agriculture (WCP 411)

Our mindset determines what we are willing to entertain as an option. Being willing to wean ourselves off of conventional approaches to agriculture and experiment with regenerative agriculture is no different. Luke Jones, Consultant with Understanding Ag, joins me to discuss the process he has seen work well in helping people change their mindset and...

February 21 • 51m 4.6s
Applying the Six Principles of Soil Health in Orchards (WCP 410) cover art

Applying the Six Principles of Soil Health in Orchards (WCP 410)

If we are going to regenerate our food system we must also work on regenerating fruit and nut crops generally grown in orchards. Much of the conventional wisdom in the orchard industry is stacked against the application of the Six Principles of Soil Health. Chuck Schembre, Soil Health Consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me to...

February 17 • 54m 45s
Planning for Profitable Market Transaction (WCP 409) cover art

Planning for Profitable Market Transaction (WCP 409)

Marketing is a big lever for the average ranch. How do we push on that lever with the right information at the right time to help us make profitable market transactions? Nelson Koehn developed his Value of Gain website to help people do just that. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to...

February 12 • 44m 7.1s
Leadership According to Jesus (WCP 408) cover art

Leadership According to Jesus (WCP 408)

In this episode I share a talk I gave during a breakout session at the recent South Dakota Grassland Coalition annual conference. I take a look at a few passages from the New Testament Book of Matthew and consider the implications for how we handle leadership. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over...

February 7 • 28m 15.3s
The Necessary Pieces for Leaders to Replace Themselves (WCP 407) cover art

The Necessary Pieces for Leaders to Replace Themselves (WCP 407)

Good leaders direct their organizations toward success. Great leaders replace themselves with leaders better than they are. Josh Kerpan has been on a journey to replace himself. He and his team have accomplished that. Today on the Working Cows podcast we discuss the importance of Purpose, Processes, and People to escape the entrepreneurial trap. Thanks...

February 4 • 53m 26.1s
Managing the Unseen Before it Becomes Visible (WCP 406) cover art

Managing the Unseen Before it Becomes Visible (WCP 406)

How do leaders shape the future of the resources with which they have been entrusted? What does it take to avoid catastrophe and maximize positive results? In a word, intentionality. We have to continue making small regular investments in our resources to ensure long-term success. In this episode I share a keynote I gave to...

January 27 • 49m 58.5s
How Sheep Improve Soil Health and Profitability (WCP 405) cover art

How Sheep Improve Soil Health and Profitability (WCP 405)

Many places around the country talk about sheep being the mortgage lifters. South Central Kansas is no different. Ryan and Kelsey Keeling have been on a journey to transition the ranch they manage to a higher percentage of grazing days allotted to sheep. They joined me to discuss how they are sharing this journey on...

January 20 • 53m 27.9s
Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams on Fixing America’s Broken Rural Economies (WCP 404) cover art

Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams on Fixing America’s Broken Rural Economies (WCP 404)

In part two of a discussion on where we stand in American agriculture Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams joined me to discuss what we can do to revive rural America economically speaking. We discuss the role of regenerative agriculture in accomplishing this goal as well as the causes of the hollowing out of rural...

January 18 • 1h 4m 41.7s
Developing Easy-Keeping Cattle for Maximum Profitability (WCP 403) cover art

Developing Easy-Keeping Cattle for Maximum Profitability (WCP 403)

Wineglass Ranch has been on a mission for many years to develop easy-keeping cattle. They have sought to do this by developing heifers that get bred year after year, developing bulls that add heterosis, and maintain a low frame score cow that can graze 365 days per year. Cow boss TJ Ellicott joined me to...

January 14 • 46m 50.3s
Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams on Fixing America’s Broken Water Cycle (WCP 402) cover art

Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams on Fixing America’s Broken Water Cycle (WCP 402)

What is the State of Agriculture in 2025 in America? How do we substantively make a difference in 2025 in American Agriculture? Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams join me to discuss their understanding of where we are in agriculture and how we make real progress in a regenerative direction. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor,...

January 6 • 56m 25.7s
How Body Language Affects What People Hear with Joshua and Tara Dukart (WCP 401) cover art

How Body Language Affects What People Hear with Joshua and Tara Dukart (WCP 401)

Over 90% of our communication is non-verbal. From body language, to tone, to mirror neurons it’s less about what we said and more about how we said it including our posture while saying. Guests Joshua and Tara Dukart help me take a deep dive on all things communication. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!...

December 30 • 1h 6m 33.2s
How Joel Salatin Develops Leaders Ready to Thrive at Polyface Farms (WCP 400) cover art

How Joel Salatin Develops Leaders Ready to Thrive at Polyface Farms (WCP 400)

The Great Wealth Transfer is coming. What are Joel Salatin and Polyface Farms doing to prepare leaders to thrive? Among other things they are training them to run attractive businesses, fostering a culture of innovation, and teaching their employees how to complain. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book...

December 23 • 58m 46.2s
Ep. 399 – Jared Luhman – Investing in Real Estate cover art

Ep. 399 – Jared Luhman – Investing in Real Estate

Jared Luhman, host of the newly rebranded Ranching Returns podcast, joined me to discuss his strategy of investing in real estate. We also discuss his favorite resources and lessons learned. We get the discussion started by talking about his recent rebrand. The conversation turns to real estate investing as Jared discusses lessons learned through the...

December 16 • 50m 11.9s
Ep. 398 – John Hays – Marketing Pastured Proteins cover art

Ep. 398 – John Hays – Marketing Pastured Proteins

John Hays, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me to discuss the journey he and his family have been on to diversify and market the products raised on their farm. We discuss the necessary education, connections, and infrastructure to succeed in direct marketing pastured proteins. We also discuss his ability to compete for leases in...

December 9 • 1h 8m 9.3s
Ep. 397 – Eric Fuchs – Walking the Regenerative Path cover art

Ep. 397 – Eric Fuchs – Walking the Regenerative Path

Eric Fuchs, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me to talk about the journey they have been on at his farm to get to more diversity. We talk about the role the Six Principles played in this journey as well as some of the things he had to unlearn from his previous education in grazing...

December 2 • 49m 52.2s
Ep. 396 – Jonathan and Stefan Bouw – A Journey into Grass-Based Genetics cover art

Ep. 396 – Jonathan and Stefan Bouw – A Journey into Grass-Based Genetics

Jonathan and Stefan Bouw of Howrey Angus and Edie Creek Angus joined me to discuss the journey they have been on to find grass-based genetics. We discuss the steps they have taken from genetics developed to thrive in the feedlot to genetics developed to thrive on grass. We also discuss the process of taking over...

November 25 • 58m 53.2s
Ep. 395 – Grant Vassberg – Finding Fertile Cattle cover art

Ep. 395 – Grant Vassberg – Finding Fertile Cattle

Grant Vassberg, of Bos Sires and Kallion Farms, joined me to discuss the journey he has been on to develop a cooperative for producers looking to source fertile cattle. We discuss what makes a fertile cow as well as the heritability of fertility. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to...

November 18 • 1h 11m 28.7s
Ep. 394 – Kent Donica – Learning Market Lessons cover art

Ep. 394 – Kent Donica – Learning Market Lessons

Kent Donica, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me once again to discuss the lessons he has learned from his career as a Sell/Buy Marketer. We discuss the importance of discipline, the roll of fear and greed, as well as things he will never do again. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over...

November 12 • 1h 2m 53.1s
Ep. 393 – John Kempf – Making America Healthy Again cover art

Ep. 393 – John Kempf – Making America Healthy Again

John Kempf, Host of the Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, joined me to discuss his perspective on what it is going to take to regenerate and relocalize America’s food system. We discuss success stories he has seen as well as the opportunities presented by the challenges of our current infrastructure. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!...

November 4 • 51m 50.5s
Ep. 392 – Amber Bell – Ruminating with Real Ag cover art

Ep. 392 – Amber Bell – Ruminating with Real Ag

Amber Bell is the newly minted host of Ruminating with Real Ag. She joined me to discuss the podcast and her goals for it. We discuss lessons she has learned in this new venture with it’s broader agricultural focus. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!...

October 28 • 44m 26.1s
Ep. 391 – John Moody – Fighting RFID cover art

Ep. 391 – John Moody – Fighting RFID

John Moody of Rogue Food and other endeavors joined me to discuss the reasons we should fight the mandatory implementation of RFID. We also discuss his previous experiences of resisting tyranny and the methods that he has seen be effective in pushing back against government overreach. We also discuss the upcoming Rogue Food Conference in...

October 26 • 54m 34s
Ep. 390 – Joshua and Tara Dukart – Experiencing Breakthroughs cover art

Ep. 390 – Joshua and Tara Dukart – Experiencing Breakthroughs

Joshua and Tara Dukart are Holistic Management Educators from Seek First Ranch in North Dakota. They have helped many people experience breakthroughs in their ranch businesses. They joined me to discuss some examples of those breakthroughs from a recent course they taught as well as how their approach to instruction differs from other educators. We...

October 21 • 54m 9s
Ep. 389 – Dr. Tom Roskos – Investing Herd Health cover art

Ep. 389 – Dr. Tom Roskos – Investing Herd Health

Dr. Tom Roskos joined me to talk about his perspective regarding managing herd health. We discuss the difference between fixing herd health and investing herd health as well as some of his preferred strategies and products when it comes to helping our herds thrive. Dr. Tom’s website is a wealth of information and resources regarding...

October 14 • 1h 4m 36.5s
Ep. 388 – Gabe Brown and Luke Jones – Making the Regenerative Shift cover art

Ep. 388 – Gabe Brown and Luke Jones – Making the Regenerative Shift

Gabe Brown and Luke Jones joined me once again to discuss making the switch to regenerative agriculture. With Understanding Ag recently crossing 36 million acres on which they have consulted they have seen a lot of people make the regenerative shift. We discuss some of the commonalities among those who have not succeeded as well...

October 7 • 1h 2m 9.1s
Ep. 387 – Shanon Sims – Being a Grass Nerd cover art

Ep. 387 – Shanon Sims – Being a Grass Nerd

Shanon Sims joined me once again to respond to discuss the effects of differing years and our management on the grass the grows. We kick this conversation off by me playing a clip for Shanon of Dallas Mount calling him a grass nerd. We talk about the ways he has educated himself on the species...

September 30 • 46m 51.5s
Ep. 386 – Richard and Tina McConnell – Getting Herd Momentum Started cover art

Ep. 386 – Richard and Tina McConnell – Getting Herd Momentum Started

Richard and Tina McConnell of Hand ‘N Hand Livestock Solutions joined me to discuss the process of getting a herd started moving in the same direction. We discuss what direction we want the herd to move as we are getting started as well as what percentage of the herd we want gathered before we start...

September 23 • 1h 8m 12.9s
Ep. 385 – Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten – Outwintering Cattle cover art

Ep. 385 – Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten – Outwintering Cattle

Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten of Understanding Ag joined me to discuss strategies for managing outwintering cattle. We talk about how our goals for winter feeding shape our strategies as well as how we maximize the benefits and minimize the challenges. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your...

September 17 • 1h 10m 36.1s
Ep. 384 – Clay Conry – Biblical Stewardship cover art

Ep. 384 – Clay Conry – Biblical Stewardship

Jared Sorenson Invited me to come share on his Regenerative Legacy Summit. I chose to talk about the topic of bilical stewardship. I attempted to make the case the we were intended by God to exert influence on the creation for the benefit of the ecosystems we manage. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!...

September 14 • 34m 24.1s
Ep. 383 – Alex Russell – Finding Your Target Market cover art

Ep. 383 – Alex Russell – Finding Your Target Market

Alex Russell of Chucktown Acres in Charleston County, SC joined me to discuss the journey he has been on to find his target market. We discuss who he thought would be his target market and what he did when he found out he was wrong. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to...

September 10 • 1h 19.3s
Ep. 382 – Roy Thompson – Healing Autoimmune Disease cover art

Ep. 382 – Roy Thompson – Healing Autoimmune Disease

Roy Thompson, a rancher from near Selby, SD, joined me to discuss his journey from Dis-ease to the Abundant Life. We discuss the role dietary changes played in healing his Crohn’s Disease as well as the role Regenerative Agriculture played in healing his family’s farming business. Roy will be a speaker at the first ever...

September 2 • 46m 34.5s
Ep. 381 – Tom Krawiec – Reinterpreting Bison Grazing Patterns cover art

Ep. 381 – Tom Krawiec – Reinterpreting Bison Grazing Patterns

Tom Krawiec joined me once again. This time to talk about recent developments in understandings of how bison moved across the North American landscape. He challenges the paradigms about the role of wolves vs. the role of Indigenous populations in influencing the grazing patterns of the bison. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head...

August 26 • 1h 2m 15.1s
Ep. 380 – Gabe Brown, Dr. Allen Williams, and Fernando Falomir – Soil Health Academy Q and A cover art

Ep. 380 – Gabe Brown, Dr. Allen Williams, and Fernando Falomir – Soil Health Academy Q and A

At a recent Soil Health Academy in Ft. Pierre, SD I was able to record the Q and A sessions during the academy. This is a wide-ranging discussion including financing, direct marketing, grazing, and of course soil health. Thanks to the team at Soil Health Academy for letting me capture this content. Thanks to our...

August 19 • 1h 38m 27.5s
Ep. 379 – Lane Hale and Justin Rader – The Philosophy of Bull Leasing cover art

Ep. 379 – Lane Hale and Justin Rader – The Philosophy of Bull Leasing

Lane Hale and Justin Rader of 100th Meridian Ranching in Canadian, TX joined me to discuss the growth and maturation of their bull leasing business. We discuss the lessons they’ve learned in bull selection, handling, and genetics. We also discuss the ins and outs of leasing bulls through 100th Meridian Ranching and the benefits of...

August 12 • 46m 21.3s
Ep. 378 – Greg Christiansen – Grazing Sheep and Goats Successfully cover art

Ep. 378 – Greg Christiansen – Grazing Sheep and Goats Successfully

Greg Christiansen of Grandview Livestock in Eastern, KS joined me to discuss some of the ideas that will be discussed at an upcoming Ranching School in Garnett, KS. We talk about how they go about acquiring land, adding infrastructure for sheep and goats, as well as integrating cows back into the operation as they noticed...

August 10 • 58m 22.7s
Ep. 377 – Lane Hale and Justin Rader – Recovering from the Smokehouse Creek Fire cover art

Ep. 377 – Lane Hale and Justin Rader – Recovering from the Smokehouse Creek Fire

Lane Hale and Justin Rader of 100th Meridian Ranching in Canadian, TX joined me to discuss their experience with the Smokehouse Creek Fire. A wildfire that burned 1.2 million acres of the Texas Panhandle and Western Oklahoma in February and March of 2024. We discuss what they did to get ready for the fire as...

August 5 • 1h 5m 23.8s
Ep. 376 – Clay Conry – Ranchers as Entrepreneurs cover art

Ep. 376 – Clay Conry – Ranchers as Entrepreneurs

Jared Sorenson recently invited me to join him for his Profitable Regeneration Masterclass. I have had this talk on Ranchers as Entrepreneurs rolling around in my head for a while now so I decided to share it with Jared’s group. What are the mindsets and streams of income available to ranchers as they seek to...

August 2 • 54m 42s
Ep. 375 – Jordan Steele – Forming an Entity cover art

Ep. 375 – Jordan Steele – Forming an Entity

Jordan Steele, a Super Cruncher at Ranch Right as well as the Director of Operations at Ranch Management Consultants, joined me to discuss the ins and outs of forming an entity. We discuss the different types of entities (general partnerships, LLCs, C-Corps, S-Corps, etc.) as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each of these...

July 29 • 51m 14.6s
Ep. 374 – Brian Dougherty and Luke Jones – Thinking About Cover Crops cover art

Ep. 374 – Brian Dougherty and Luke Jones – Thinking About Cover Crops

Brian Dougherty and Luke Jones, consultants with Understanding Ag, joined me to discuss cover crops. We talk about how they fit in to a cash grain scenario, how we can use them to speed up biological time, and how to think about integrating livestock into our cover cropping systems. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding...

July 22 • 1h 5m 34.7s
Ep. 373 – Leanne Fuchs – Challenging Human Health Paradigms cover art

Ep. 373 – Leanne Fuchs – Challenging Human Health Paradigms

Dr. Leanne Fuchs, a Chiropractor in Missouri, joined me to discuss her approach to caring for people through her various realms of expertise. We discuss her goals and some of the different diagnostic tools she uses to help her find the best path forward for her clients. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head...

July 17 • 58m 12.2s
Ep. 372 – Dallas Mount – Using Business Language cover art

Ep. 372 – Dallas Mount – Using Business Language

Dallas Mount, CEO of Ranch Management Consultants, joined me to discuss some of the helpful phrases and ideas he has come across in the years since he took over RMC. We discuss how these phrases have become useful in decision making as well as the difference they have made in their focus. Thanks to our...

July 8 • 52m 50.9s
Ep. 371 – Ellen Bench – Implementing Homeopathic Livestock Health cover art

Ep. 371 – Ellen Bench – Implementing Homeopathic Livestock Health

Ellen Bench from Remedi Animal Solutions joined me once again to answer questions that arose after the last episode we did together. She lays out the process of implementing a homeopathic livestock health strategy. We answer a number of questions from Patreon supporters as well as questions sent to me by Steve Campbell. Thanks to...

July 1 • 1h 6m 46.9s
Ep. 370 – Harry Cope – Grazing Standing Milo cover art

Ep. 370 – Harry Cope – Grazing Standing Milo

Harry Cope of Cope Grass Farm in Truxton, MO joined me to discuss his winter-feeding strategy of grazing standing milo. This strategy has been a game changer for his operation from the perspectives of labor, soil health, and finances. We discuss his lessons learned, strategies that have helped him be successful, and somethings he is...

June 24 • 52m 40.9s
Ep. 369 – Dr. Stephan Van Vliet and Dr. Allen Williams – Growing Nutrient Dense Food cover art

Ep. 369 – Dr. Stephan Van Vliet and Dr. Allen Williams – Growing Nutrient Dense Food

Dr. Stephan Van Vliet and Dr. Allen Williams joined me to discuss how Dr. Van Vliet’s recent research is challenging paradigms in the nutrition sector. We talk about how healthy food starts with healthy soil as well as what farmers and ranchers can do to take advantage of developments in consumer demand for regeneratively grown...

June 17 • 1h 5m 47.1s
Ep. 368 – Ellen Bench – Homeopathic Livestock Health cover art

Ep. 368 – Ellen Bench – Homeopathic Livestock Health

Ellen Bench a homeopathic practitioner from Montana joined me to talk about the ins and outs of homeopathic livestock health. We talk about some of the formulas she has developed as well as the most economical delivery strategies for these remedies. We also discuss how she got into this field in the first place. Thanks...

June 10 • 1h 6m 32.2s
Ep. 367 – Aaron Berger – Setting Replacement Heifers Up for Success cover art

Ep. 367 – Aaron Berger – Setting Replacement Heifers Up for Success

Aaron Berger and Extension Educator with the University of Nebraska and the Host of the BeefWatch Podcast joined me to discuss what he has seen work well as far as setting replacement heifers up for success. We talk about all phases of the replacement heifer’s life and how to manager her to give her the...

June 3 • 47m 24s
Ep. 366 – James Coffelt – Profiting from Every Layer cover art

Ep. 366 – James Coffelt – Profiting from Every Layer

James Coffelt of Ohio Land and Cattle Company joined me to discuss his journey into ranching by way of owning a hunting property. We discuss the way they have selected genetics over time to be able to survive on minimal inputs. We also discuss how he thinks about the difference between cash flow and wealth...

May 27 • 55m 49.9s
Ep. 365 – Kristine Root – Verifying Regenerative Systems cover art

Ep. 365 – Kristine Root – Verifying Regenerative Systems

Kristine Root, CMO at Regenified, joined me to discuss the current state of the regenerative food system. We also discuss the work that Regenified is doing to facilitate connections between producers, processors, and consumers of regenerative products. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: UnderstandingAg.com...

May 24 • 53m 15.2s
Ep. 364 – Hunter Jones – Getting Paid for Carbon cover art

Ep. 364 – Hunter Jones – Getting Paid for Carbon

Hunter Jones, of Grassroots Carbon, joined me to discuss the state of carbon markets as well as how people can take advantage of this market as it continues to develop. We discuss the process as well as the risks and rewards of getting paid for carbon. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over...

May 13 • 53m 3.1s
Ep. 363 – Tyson Hewitt – Selling the Ranch cover art

Ep. 363 – Tyson Hewitt – Selling the Ranch

Tyson Hewitt, of Hewitt Land Company, joined me to discuss the keys to success in preparing for a real estate transaction. We talk about how to prepare a property for sale as well as what to do to get ready to purchase a property. We talk about recent market trends and different approaches to financing...

May 6 • 1h 4m 39s
Ep. 362 – Elaine Froese – Preparing the Next Generation to Lead cover art

Ep. 362 – Elaine Froese – Preparing the Next Generation to Lead

Elaine Froese joined me once again. This time to discuss what we can do to prepare the next generation for the task of leadership. We discuss how we go about building an attractive culture as well as how we decide between successors when there is more than one interested. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding...

April 29 • 45m 1.1s
Ep. 361 – Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams – 2024 State of Agriculture cover art

Ep. 361 – Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams – 2024 State of Agriculture

Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams of Understanding Ag joined me to discuss the state of agriculture in 2024. We discuss, among other things, the unfathomable occurrence of dust storms simultaneously with floods in the Southeast as well as what this proves and how these occurrences can be mitigated. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding...

April 22 • 1h 12m 4.1s
Ep. 360 – John Haskell – Managing Tax Burdens cover art

Ep. 360 – John Haskell – Managing Tax Burdens

John Haskell of Ranch Right joined me to discuss the philosophy and practice behind managing tax burden. We talk about the importance of getting this right as well as some considerations when increasing profitability of a struggling business. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsors:...

April 15 • 1h 11m 46.9s
Ep. 359 – Logan Pribbeno – Following the Cattle Cycle cover art

Ep. 359 – Logan Pribbeno – Following the Cattle Cycle

Logan Pribbeno of the Wine Glass Ranch joined me to discuss the journey they have been on to follow the cattle cycle. After missing the opportunity presented by the market high of 2014 Logan and his dad made a concerted effort to be prepared the next time a market high presented itself. It has been...

April 8 • 50m 22.2s
Ep. 358 – Bret Davis – Keeping Young Families Mounted cover art

Ep. 358 – Bret Davis – Keeping Young Families Mounted

Bret Davis, of Horsemanship as an Art, joined me to talk about his philosophy for keeping his young family mounted on good horses they can trust. We discuss his views on training kids to ride as well as somethings maybe you shouldn’t do. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to...

April 1 • 1h 5m 3s
Ep. 357 – Alejandro Carillo – Drought: Plan Now or Pay Later cover art

Ep. 357 – Alejandro Carillo – Drought: Plan Now or Pay Later

Alejandro Carillo joined me to talk about the journey they have been on from 250 cows with 6 months of supplemental feeding to running 500 cows with only sea salt as a supplement during one of the worst droughts in recent memory. We discuss the process of infrastructure development as well as the roll of...

March 29 • 48m 57.3s
Ep. 356 – Cal Hardage – Grazing Grass Podcast cover art

Ep. 356 – Cal Hardage – Grazing Grass Podcast

Cal Hardage, Host of the Grazing Grass Podcast, joined me to discuss his operation, his podcast, and how he and his dad go about making changes on their operation. We discuss the importance of patience and open-mindedness as well as the advantages and challenges of ranching in Northeast Oklahoma. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding...

March 25 • 1h 8m 25.6s
Ep. 355 – Brian Dougherty – Managing Soil Nutrients cover art

Ep. 355 – Brian Dougherty – Managing Soil Nutrients

Brian Dougherty has been writing a series of articles on the Understanding Ag website regarding managing nutrients. The series deals with carbon cycling as well as how nutrient mismanagement is affecting water quality. We talk about what healthy alternatives look like as well as how to get from where we are to where we need...

March 19 • 56m 2.1s
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