Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast

In this episode of the Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast, Michelle sits down with Donnell Brown of R.A. Brown Ranch during the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association’s 68th Annual Convention and Trade Show.

Donnell shares insights from the Cattlemen’s College session he presented at convention and discusses the importance of genetics in building a productive, efficient and profitable cattle herd. He also offers perspective on making thoughtful genetic decisions and selecting cattle that can perform for the long term.

Tune in for a conversation focused on genetics, cattle selection and practical insight from one of the industry’s respected cattlemen.

https://www.rabrownranch.com/cattle-sales

In this episode of the Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Britney Schrick with the University of Arkansas Farm Stress Program to talk about an important topic for everyone in agriculture — mental health.

Dr. Schrick shares how to recognize when someone may be struggling and, more importantly, how to start a conversation and let them know they’re not alone. We also discuss the resources and programs available through the Farm Stress Program to help Arkansas farmers, ranchers and agricultural families navigate the challenges that come with life in agriculture.

Whether you’re looking for ways to support someone else or need a reminder to take care of yourself, this conversation offers practical advice and resources for taking mental health seriously in the agriculture community.

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In this episode of the Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast, we’re back in the office to discuss several recent comments and conversations surrounding the beef industry and what they mean for cattle producers. We take a closer look at some of the issues making headlines and share perspective from the cattlemen’s side of the conversation.

We also recap the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association’s 68th Annual Convention and Trade Show, including highlights from the event, the educational opportunities, industry connections, and some of the memorable moments from this year’s convention.

Tune in as we break down what’s happening in the beef industry and look back at a successful convention.

In this episode of the Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast, we’re coming to you straight from the trade show floor at the 2026 ACA Convention & Trade Show! 🎙️

Michelle sits down with Dr. James Mitchell to talk about the Cattlemen’s College he led during convention, the current cattle market, future market trends, and what producers should be watching as the industry continues to change.

Tune in for an informative conversation on markets, management and the future of the beef industry!

https://james-mitchell-1620.shinyapps.io/heifer-analysis/

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Dr. Andrew Fidler, Animal Health Director and State Veterinarian for the Arkansas Department of Agriculture. They discuss what to watch for and information about the New World Screwworm.

In this episode, we catch up with our summer intern and learn more about her background, interests and what she hopes to gain from her time with the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association. We also recap the recent ACLC Farm Tour, highlighting the operations visited and key takeaways from the experience.

In addition, we look back at a busy month of May, discussing the many events and activities ACA was involved in across the state. We provide a membership update, share what members can expect at the upcoming ACA Convention and Trade Show, and remind everyone to register before the deadline.

Tune in for industry updates, association news and a look at what’s ahead for Arkansas cattle producers.

https://www.arbeef.org/convention-and-tradeshow

https://www.arbeef.org/join-aca

After a busy month we welcome you to our new office! We sit down to talk about a Hats on the Hill update at the state and federal level. We recap area conferences and give a membership update.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Watkins of Watkins Cattle Company and Preferred Livestock Products to talk about his journey in the cattle business and the role relationships, reputation and hard work play in long-term success.We also discuss the importance of industry involvement and why he has chosen to invest in the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association through support of the Spring Area Conferences and the Top Hand Award.

In this episode, we come to you live from Nashville at the NCBA Cattle Con. We sit down with some of the ACA leadership to talk about their experience attending the convention and why they attended.

In this episode, we sit down to talk about the 2026 membership year! We discuss monthly incentives, recruiter rewards, county programs and what to expect this year.

Want to renew your membership?

https://www.arbeef.org/join-aca