Brands And Barbed Wire

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. This week we take a step back in History to learn about the first composite breed and first American breed in the United States. We sit down and visit with Lorenzo Lasater grandson of Tom Lasater founder of the Beefmaster Breed.  You can find out more about Lorenzo, their Beefmasters and their library of books at www.isabeefmasters.com.

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today we have a special opportunity to speak with 3 generations that have had a significant impact on the beef cattle business, both registered and commercial.  We get to learn about ranching in California and the past, present and future of Tehama Angus Ranch.  Bill, Kevin and Bryce welcome to Brands and Barbed Wire.  To find out more about Tehama Angus Ranch go to www.tehamaangus.com

In honor of the recent passing of Dave Nichols, we are rereleasing our June 2022 interview with Dave.

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today we welcome an Angus breeder, enthusiast and consummate learner to the podcast.  I’m rarely around Brian Mcculloh of Woodhill Farms when he isn’t asking questions and evaluating data.  It is a treat for me to sit down with Brian and learn about his history in the Angus breed and what motivates and drives him become a better breeder.    

September marks National Suicide Prevention Month.  The farming and ranching Industry leads the world in suicide rates and is nearly double that of other industries, however very little is tracked or discussed here in the United States.  Mental health is a serious issue among farmers and ranchers please take it seriously and don’t be afraid or too proud to talk to someone about it.   Today’s episode of Brands and Barbed Wire provides some practical advice for handling stress, mental wellness and suicide awareness.  Thank you for listening to Brands and Barbed Wire.

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  As you know here on Brands and Barbed Wire we strive to introduce you to as many segments, contributors, environments, operations, innovations, history and cultures who are involved in this tremendous beef industry, which makes me super excited about todays guest who uniquely encompasses all of those features.  Today I’m joined by Alex Johns, Executive Director of Agriculture for the Seminole Tribe in FL, who’s family has been involved in cattle production for over 500 years. Alex speaks candidly about their history, culture and struggles both then and now, but also about how they’ve become one of the top cattle producers in the entire country. I really think you are going to enjoy hearing from todays guest and am honored to introduce you to Alex Johns, Executive Director of Agriculture for the Seminole Tribe.

Welcome back to Brands and Barbed Wire.  I’m really excited to for today’s guest. His passion for the cattle he stewards is only superseded by his love for the people he works with and it’s contagious.  Dr. Dee Griffin was instrumental in the development and success of the Beef Quality Assurance program here in the United States and is a strong advocate for the culture himself and cattlemen like him have fostered for the care of the cattle, environment and people involved.  I’m honored to introduce to you, today’s guest Dr. Dee Griffin. 

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today we get the opportunity to visit with a family operation and hear about their love for the cattle, the land and their passion for breeding and raising good Hereford and Angus cattle in the Sand Hills of Nebraska.   Living the dream is a cliché you often hear when you ask folks how they are doing, but for Jason Hoffman of Hoffman Ranch it really his how he feels about going to work every day.  So let’s jump right in on our conversation with Jason Hoffman.  More information about Hoffman Ranch can be found at www.hoffmanranch.com.

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  On several of our previous we’ve heard about the historical importance of Artificial Insemination (A.I.) to the beef industry and even more specifically on episodes like Jorgensen and Richard McClung we learned how certain sires and A.I. companies shaped the industry at the time.   Today we get to peak behind the curtain of one of one of the more important jobs, within one of those companies.   I hope you enjoy my conversation with Ben Lohmann Beef Sire Acquisition Manager for ABS Global. 

Welcome back to Brands and Barbed Wire.  Once again, we strive to introduce you to a variety of people who have an impact on the beef cattle industry and today’s guest is no different.  He doesn’t make his living raising, breeding, or feeding cattle, but he’s equally important to those that do.  Chandler Keys has spent nearly 40 years advocating for the beef cattle business in a place where many of us would be a fish out of water, Washington DC.  Thank goodness for us Chandler thrives in that environment and as you’ll soon hear, after 40 years, he’s still excited and enthusiastic about the beef cattle industry. So let’s jump right in and learn more about Chandler Key’s of the Keys Group the most Senior beef cattle lobbyist in Washington DC. 

Welcome to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  I’m really excited about today’s guest, I guess you could call him a Champion of and for the Angus breed.  I’m eager to share with you the story of Paul Hill of Champion Hill Angus. 

Welcome to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. This week we’re going in a slightly different direction for Brands and Barbed Wire. We get the unique opportunity to visit with one of the industry’s leading economists. We learn a little about himself, his job and what his crystal ball says about our current cattle cycle and his forecast for the industry and hopefully we have a little fun along the way. I’m honored to introduce todays guest, Terrain economist and good friend Dave Weaber. You can find more information about Dave and Terrain at www.TerrainAg.com

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. On today’s episode we get the chance to visit with one of the legends of the Angus breed. We learn about his successful judging career, early adoption of technology and his overall contributions to the beef industry. It’s my privilege to introduce today’s guest Bill Rishel of B/R Angus.

On today’s episode we record a new first for Brands and Barbed Wire as we jump across the pond as they say and speak with the author of the book Cash Cow, Andy Frazier. We learn about Andy’s own history in the cattle business, how he became interested in the story of Jack Dick as well as his own podcast.  I’ve been looking forward to today’s interview and can’t wait to introduce you to Andy Frazier. Andy welcome to Brands and Barbed Wire.

The farming and ranching Industry leads the world in suicide rates and is nearly double that of other industries, however very little is tracked or discussed here in the United States. I’m sure we all know someone who’s fallen victim and I often reflect on a couple of men I knew myself. Mental health is a serious issue among farmers and ranchers please take it seriously and don’t be afraid or too proud to talk to someone about it. We’ll have links to information and help in today’s show notes.

On today’s Episode of Brands and Barbed Wire we get to visit with a gentleman who’s been very successful in the cattle feeding segment of the industry. We learn about that industry, his time at cattle fax as well as NCBA from its current past president Jerry Bohn.

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. Today’s guest is an iconic figure in the beef cattle business, especially in Angus circles. He’s most well known as the managing partner at Wehrman Angus here in VA, but we’ll get into lots of other interesting stories about today’s guest Richard McClung. Many have said they broke the mold when they made Richard McClung and I’d have to agree.

On today’s Episode of Brands and Barbed Wire we’re going to come to you from a slightly different angle than on previous episodes.  Today I’ve invited a good friend and current Superior Livestock representative Clint Berry to give us an update on the cattle market and talk to us about what goes into marketing feeder cattle. We hope to have Clint Berry on from time to time, to bring us updates and talk about some current market trends. I think you’re going to enjoy hearing from my good friend Clint Berry.

Welcome back to Brand and Barbed Wire.  I’m really excited to bring you today’s guest.  She’s a dear friend and remarkable person.  She’s also an inspiration to me and women in agriculture everywhere.  I think you’re going to enjoy the stories and history of Lynda Stuart of Stuart Land and Cattle.  The oldest continuous family-owned farm or ranch in the United States.

On today’s episode of Brands and Barbed Wire, we get the opportunity to hear from a man who's name is synonymous with Angus cattle. He's made a career and life out of promoting Angus cattle, and his passion for the breed is contagious.  You won’t want to miss hearing from Mr. Angus himself, Tom Burke. For more information about Tom Burke and the American Angus Hall of Fame, visit: www.angushall.com

On today’s Episode of Brands and Barbed Wire we get to speak with an individual who’s significantly impacted the beef industry.    We not only want to bring you the ranches and operations but also the people, and today’s guest is one of those individuals whose career has influenced the cattle business and beef industry.  I’m excited to hear from our guest today Dr. Larry Corah.  Dr. Corah thanks for joining us on Brands and Barbed Wire.