Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Dustin Hector, He's the Director of Business Development and he chats with Alvin Burkholder, the CEO of NEMO Feed LLC. They will lead the interview off with Alvin sharing his personal and professional background, highlighting his early experiences on the family farm and the entrepreneurial journey that led to the founding of NEMO Feed in 2000. Over the past 25 years, NEMO Feed has grown from a small family operation into a full-service feed manufacturing facility in Bering, Missouri, now employing around 30 people and producing approximately 500 tons of feed per day. 

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Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Dustin Hector, he's the Director of Business Development, and he sits down with Henry Spies, Herd Manager for Wye Angus. Henry shares his personal journey from growing up on a grain farm to developing a passion for cattle, which led him to pursue a degree in animal science and eventually manage his own cattle company focused on sustainable, direct-to-consumer beef production. After his family sold their home farm, Henry joined Wye Angus, a historic and unique Angus genetic program known for its strict line breeding practices and commitment to functional, efficient cattle.

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Welcome back to The American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Gale Mckinney, he's the owner of The American Cattlemen and he sits down with Jerry Cassady the Executive Director of The American Wagyu Association. 

Jerry and his wife Ellen both have deep roots in seed stock beef cattle operations. They will then get into the 2025 Annual General Meeting and Conference of the American Wagyu Association. Jerry highlights the “Take Back Prime” initiative, a campaign designed to ensure Wagyu producers are properly rewarded for their premium genetics and to promote the value of Wagyu beef within the industry. He explains the importance of the Authentic Wagyu Program, which assures consumers and restaurant owners of the quality and authenticity of Wagyu beef, protecting the breed’s reputation and providing confidence in the product. Jerry also discusses the association’s new progeny test program, developed in partnership with AgriBeef, which aims to improve data reliability and selection accuracy for Wagyu genetics. They then discuss, the launch of the American Wagyu Heritage Fund, a nonprofit supporting youth, education, research, and preservation of historical information. The inaugural Youth Leadership Camp, held at West Texas A&M University, was a notable success and will continue next year at Colorado State University. Operational improvements within the association, such as streamlined member services and enhanced educational resources, are also covered. The conference itself promises a robust lineup of educational sessions, expert speakers, and engaging events like the Best Wagyu Steak in America contest and a signature genetics auction. Jerry concludes by expressing optimism about the future of the beef industry and the unique role Wagyu genetics can play in sustaining profitability and quality.

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Hardware disease in livestock is a traumatic puncture of the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in the spread of infection caused by the ingestion of a sharp, hard object, usually a piece of hardware (hence the name). These pieces of metal settle in the reticulum and can irritate or penetrate the lining of the stomach. It is most common in dairy cattle but is occasionally seen in beef cattle. It is very rarely reported in any other ruminants. It can be challenging to diagnose, but it can be prevented by administering a magnet orally around the time the animal reaches one year of age. Depending on where the infection spreads, the medical names for it include bovine traumatic reticuloperitonitis and bovine traumatic reticulopericarditis. 

Join Dr. Shynia Peterman and Gale McKinney as they discuss hardware disease and best grazing practices with Dr. Grant Dewell, offering valuable tips and practical information for producers. Care in pasture management is a critical component of your operations plan. Make sure to listen to this episode.

Dr. Grant Dewell received a DVM, a Master's in Agricultural Economics, and a PhD in Epidemiology from Colorado State University. He has practiced in central South Dakota, served as a Clinical Instructor at the Great Plains Veterinary Education Center, and has been the Beef Cattle Extension Veterinarian at Iowa State University since 2008. Dr. Dewell’s research interests are health management of cattle, animal welfare, and economic considerations for beef production operations.

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Welcome back to The American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Dustin Hector, he's the director of business development, and he sits down with Paige Wyler from Ambrook. 

Ambrook's Input Costs and Expenses Tracking Software

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Today's topic is the New World Screw Worm. This is likely the most widely discussed health issue in the livestock industry today. Our guest was Dr. Thach Winslow, a technical consultant for beef cattle at Elanco Animal Health. 

Hello everyone, welcome to Cattlemen & Veterinarians, a partnership with Bovine Health. Our mission is to provide producers with timely information and solutions regarding herd health issues. I am Gale McKinney, owner of American Cattlemen, and my co-host is Dr. Shynia Peterman, DVM, from Lyons Vet Clinic in Lyons, Kansas.

Dr. Thach Winslow resides in Virginia. In his role as a veterinarian, he works with cow-calf and stocker operations throughout the U.S. and is responsible for research and technical support for sales reps and producers. Dr. Winslow earned his bachelor’s degree in animal science from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.

The New World Screw Worm, which burrows into live tissue and jeopardizes animal welfare, may once again pose a threat to U.S. cattle production.

Dr. Winslow led us through a detailed discussion of the most recent potential migration of the Screwworm Fly into the United States. Beginning with the history of the Old World Screwworm Fly and contrasting it with the New World Fly, our discussion addresses potential risks, USDA tracking and intervention, as well as common-sense guidance on reporting.

Dr. Winslow indicated he believed the USDA was implementing good monitoring and planning. The following paragraph from the USDA was suggested as a strong statement of the USDA’s vigilance in this matter.

“At USDA, we are focused on fighting the New World Screwworm’s advancement in Mexico. We have made significant progress with our counterparts in Mexico to enhance vital pest surveillance efforts and have intensified sterile fly dispersal efforts. These quick actions by the Trump Administration have improved the conditions to allow the phased reopening of select ports on the Southern Border to livestock trade,” said Secretary Rollins. “We are continuing our posture of increased vigilance and will not rest until we are sure this devastating pest will not harm American ranchers.”

While the Douglas, AZ port presents the lowest risk, based on the geography of Sonora and a long history of effective collaboration between APHIS and Sonora on animal health issues, the USDA intends to reopen additional ports in New Mexico. If it is proven safe to do so, in Texas, over the coming weeks. Additional port openings will be based on APHIS’ continuous reevaluation of the number of cases and potential northward movement of NWS, Mexico’s continued efforts to curb illegal animal movements, and implementation of further rigorous inspection and treatment protocols.

Please make sure to listen to this episode of Cattlemen & Vets. Dr Winslow is a very knowledgeable and engaging industry professional. He provides practical teaching points and advice on this highly watched industry health issue.

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Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Dustin Hector, He's the Director of Business Development for the American Cattlemen media group and he sits down with Harold Brubaker with the American Blue Cattle Association. 

American Blue Cattle Association

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Welcome to the Fall 2025 Cattle Sale Season, where we lead off with the Next Generation Foundation Female Sale to be held Sunday, August 25, 202,4, at 1:30 pm CST at Dwyer Cattle in Roseville, IL.! 

Nick Dwyer and his dad, Bob Dwyer, are co-owners of Dwyer Cattle Services. Dwyer Cattle Services manages sales for multiple firms throughout the fall and spring cattle sale season. The Dwyers also run a herd of approximately 100 cows, with a strong focus on the Simmental breed, utilizing embryo technology. In this episode, we will talk to Nick about their upcoming sale on August 25th in Roseville.

I enjoyed talking to Nick. He is a friendly, knowledgeable cattleman who, along with his wife, Jennifer, and daughter Maddox, lives on the farm in Roseville, Illinois. This sale is unique in the fact that it has a significant number of consignors and also provides a great opportunity for small and large producers, as well as show ring producers.

This year's Next Generation Foundation Female Sale features over 40 consignors' cattle, including Dwyers, who are selling alongside their cattle. This year's sale features over 145 Lots of Registered Simmental, Angus, and AOB cattle and genetics of all classes. The cattle and genetics offered are out of some of the leading donor cows in the nation. A copy of the catalog can be found at dwyercattle.com. Bob Dwyer ran this sale for 23 years, then Nick took the COVID year off, and this will be his 4th year in charge of the sale, so we’re approaching 3 decades of operating this sale.

One thing that sets this sale apart is that we assist our buyers with marketing the progeny resulting from their purchases from this sale. Another big highlight is that over 90% of the bred cattle are safe AI. Another significant advantage is that the open heifers are completely halter-broke, not just green-broke.

This sale is broadcast on CCI.live, and Videos will be out shortly after we record the podcast. Catalog is already up at CCI.

Next Generation Foundation Female Sale to be held Sunday, August 25, 202,4 at 1:30 pm CST at Dwyer Cattle in Roseville, IL.

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Pink Eye in cattle can be a devastating health issue to manage! We welcome back our guest, Dr. Meredyth Jones Cook, Professor of Practice in Livestock Production at the School of Veterinary Medicine, Texas Tech University. 

Dr. Cook was born in Texas and raised in Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kentucky. After spending many years in her dad’s mixed animal veterinary practice, she decided to attend veterinary school at Oklahoma State and focus on food animal medicine. After some time in private practice, she completed a residency to specialize in large animal internal medicine. She taught at Kansas State, Texas A&M, and Oklahoma State before joining the team at Texas Tech. She provides continuing education and consulting to large animal veterinarians, and she and her husband ranch together in Oklahoma along with their two daughters.

Dr. Shynia Peterman and Dr. Cook talked through the identification of pinkeye, as well as preventative measures and treatment options. These two professionals bring you a great discussion in an easy-to-understand conversation!

Additionally, we want to thank our listeners for some great questions. Here is some excellent advice from a fellow producer:

“We introduced more shade for our cattle, which helps reduce flies and has also contributed to a decrease in Pink Eye cases. We also have the cows congregating around manmade shelters, making it easier to spray for pests. Seems to be helping, and the cows are certainly more comfortable.”

Cattlemen & Veterinarians is a great partnership podcast that provides excellent feedback to both sides of the business. Make sure to download all the episodes!

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Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead we have Gale McKinney at the Beef and Greet Celebration in Bentonville, Arkansas and he sits down with Emily Jandak & some of the interns at The 808 Ranch. 

Emily Jandak is a passionate brand manager for The 808 Ranch, bringing a unique blend of agricultural heritage and professional expertise to her role. Growing up on her family's Angus operation, Emily developed a deep connection to livestock and land from an early age, learning valuable lessons from her grandparents and parents. Her educational background includes dual degrees in graphic design and journalism from Drake University, which she strategically leverages in her current position. At The 808 Ranch, Emily Jandak serves as a multifaceted brand manager, supporting a diverse group of young interns who are gaining valuable agricultural experience. Interns like Jackson Blood, a student at the University of Arkansas studying conservation and wildlife management, work on ranch maintenance and pasture management. Sydney Lindquist, a high school junior from Southwest City, Missouri, contributes by riding horses and helping with ranch operations. Graceyn Moore, an incoming University of Arkansas freshman, and Callie Hull, an ag business student, assist with tasks ranging from artificial insemination to general ranch upkeep. Another notable intern, Emersyn Jordon, a community college student from Goodman, Missouri, brings her passion for livestock reproduction to the ranch. A first-generation agricultural enthusiast who raises dairy goats, Emersyn demonstrates the ranch's commitment to nurturing young talent and providing hands-on learning experiences. Emily's professional journey reflects her commitment to agriculture, transitioning from a graphic design career in global branding to returning to her roots in ranching. She now lives on a hobby farm in Bentonville, Arkansas, with her husband Dan and daughter Sophie, continuing to nurture her love for livestock and land. Her role extends beyond mere management, as she actively participates in ranch operations, hosts educational events, and works to bridge the knowledge gap between agricultural producers and consumers. Her philosophy centers on the importance of personal connections, storytelling, and creating meaningful experiences. Whether through hosting her daughter's first-grade class at the ranch or engaging with young interns, Emily demonstrates a profound commitment to sharing agricultural knowledge and preserving ranching traditions. Her work not only supports The 808 Ranch's operational success but also contributes to broader conversations about sustainable agriculture, technological innovation, and the critical role of family farms in modern food production.

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