Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast

In this year-in-review episode, we cover membership growth and member engagement, key policy and advocacy efforts, and the national issues that impacted the cattle industry throughout the year.

We also highlight events and educational opportunities from 2025, discuss leadership development within the association, and share what we’re most excited about as we look ahead to 2026.

Dr. Jonathan Kubesch joins the podcast to share practical advice on managing forages through the cold season. From ryegrass to hay testing to stretching winter feed, we break down what Arkansas cattle producers should be thinking about right now.

The government shutdown is finally over, see what that means for Arkansas cattle producers.

https://uaex.uada.edu/farm-ranch/animals-forages/default.aspx

Dr. Jonathan Kubesch

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In this episode, Michelle talks about our time at the last ACLC session this week and the USDA plan to strengthen the cattle industry. She deep dives into which parts of this plan could have the biggest impact on Arkansas cattle producers and how to separate fact from fiction on issues like this.

https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA%20Beef%20Industry%20Plan%20White%20Paper.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

In this episode, we talk about our time at the Arkansas State Fair last week and discuss President Trump's plan on importing more Argentinian beef as a way to lower beef prices.

The Arkansas Cattlemen's Association is in active communication with policymakers to express strong opposition to this plan and ensure Arkansas producers have a voice in Washington. Sign this letter to tell Congress that U.S. beef producers deserve fair, market-driven policy.

https://beef.quorum.us/campaign/145001/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNodWhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFrUExHUWpjT0M2eDkwR3QzAR6tDrfIqPaRlgtek6tqz0pugLutDSLakSSxOZ3q-QpAXQROHxgaHcukq2O9Jg_aem_bJprNyjQWvti1oDdBPr8cA

In this episode, Michelle shares a federal Hats on the Hill update on the ELRP program, New World Screwworm, and the government shutdown. Noralee highlights ACA membership new and ACLC applications, and we close with interviews from the ACLC class on their experiences in the program.

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Tanner Beymer, lobbyist for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association in Washington, D.C. Tanner shares insights on what’s happening at the Capitol, the issues shaping the cattle industry, and how he works every day to advocate for producers across the country.

In this episode, we sit down with incoming ACA President, Don Hubbell. Don shares his journey in the cattle industry, his long-standing involvement with ACA, and the experiences that shaped his leadership. We also discuss his vision for the two years ahead, the challenges and opportunities facing Arkansas cattle producers, and what he's most excited about as he takes on this role.

Join us for a special episode as we visit with outgoing ACA President Scott Sullivan. Scott shares an inside look at his years of service to key wins for Arkansas cattle producers. Hear his reflections on leadership, the importance of working together, and what he hopes to see for the future of the Association. It’s a conversation filled with gratitude and perspective.

In this episode, we celebrate National Intern Day by sitting down with our summer intern, Aubrey Phillips, to reflect on her time with the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association and what she’s learned along the way. Then, we chat with Convention Chair Ron Carter about what attendees can expect at this year’s ACA Annual Convention and Trade Show, from educational sessions to the live auction and everything in between.

In this episode, we announce our final membership numbers for 2025, 100% counties, and this year's Top Hands. We also go into more details about what to expect at the Annual Convention & Trade Show.

Michelle also gives a federal update regarding Black Headed Vultures. You can find Congressman Bruce Westerman's comments here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19MX49PnN8/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Register for Convention: https://www.arbeef.org/event-details/2025-aca-convention-trade-show