Brands And Barbed Wire

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. This week we go back north of the boarder and speak with Lyle Miller of Highway 21 Group in Alberta Canada.  Lyle and his father Ed started out in the cattle feeding business and have transitioned that knowledge and desire for more profitable feeder cattle into their purebred Simmental and Charolais operation focusing heavily on feed efficiency. Today we’ll learn about their history and some innovative and transparent things their doing in the seedstock business.  For more information on the Highway 21 Group please go to www.highway21group.com

Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR

Welcome back to Brands and Barbed Wire.  This week I get the chance to sit down with long time friend Marty Ropp. We’ll catch up on his business and some interesting and innovative ways he’s helping his owners and customers do a better job of producing and suppling bulls.  No matter what part of the beef industry you’re in, this is a podcast you won’t want to miss, so lets jump right in with Marty Ropp of Allied Genetic Resources.  Marty welcome to Brands and Barbed Wire.  Find more information at www.alliedgeneticresources.com.

Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today’s episode of Brands and Barbed Wire is one you definitely don’t want to miss. I have the honor to sit down with good friend and accomplished writer Eric Grant.  We learn about Eric what inspires him and his successful business The Grant Company. Most of all we hear about his incredible new book about the life of famous western artist Hollis Williford. If you’re like me and maybe weren’t familiar with Hollis or his work, you will be after this podcast and stay tuned until the end for a special offer from Eric. I’m sure you will enjoy getting to know Eric and Hollis in this interview. For more information on Hollis Williford and to order the book go to www.holliswilliford.com and be sure to use the code JIM for $50 off the book. If you would like to know more about the Grant Company visit www.grantcompany.net.

Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.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

Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today on our special December episode, our guest on Brands and Barbed Wire is you the fan.  Today I wanted to go over where we are today, what some of your favorite episodes have been and how we got started. Thank you for all your support.  Please thank our sponsors and got to www.brandsandbarbedwire.com.  Send us guest suggestions and feedback from out website.   

Thanks to all our sponsors Knoll Crest Farm www.knollcrestfarm.com.  B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com, Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com, Cattle Baron Cigars www.cattlebaroncigars.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

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

On today’s episode of Brands and Barbed Wire, I’m excited to get the chance to hear from a true legend in the beef industry.  He’s been an innovator all his like as well as a tremendous storyteller.  You won’t want to miss the life story of Dave Nichols and what he has contributed to the Beef Cattle Industry. For more information about Dave Nichols and Nichols Farms visit www.nicholsfarms.biz

Thanks to today's sponsor Knoll Crest Farm www.knollcrestfarm.com the Total Performance Bull Sale is Friday, December 1, 2023 at noon in Red House, VA. Join Knoll Crest for their Customer Appreciation Cookout and Open House on Thursday, November 30, from 3-6. Contact Paul Bennett at 434-941-8245 or Dalton Bennett at 434-664-7946 for a more detailed breakdown of our sale offering.  B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, There BRC Ranch Performance Brahman Bull Sale is Tuesday November 21st at the ranch in Wharton, TX.  Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com, and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

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.    

Thanks to today's sponsor Knoll Crest Farm www.knollcrestfarm.com the Total Performance Bull Sale is Friday, December 1, 2023 at noon in Red House, VA. Join Knoll Crest for their Customer Appreciation Cookout and Open House on Thursday, November 30, from 3-6. Contact Paul Bennett at 434-941-8245 or Dalton Bennett at 434-664-7946 for a more detailed breakdown of our sale offering.  B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Their BRC Ranch Performance Brahman Bull Sale is Tuesday November 21st at the ranch in Wharton, TX.  Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com, and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

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.

On today’s episode of Brands and Barbed Wire we get the opportunity to visit with Michele Payn of Cause Matters.  Michele is a passionate advocate for global agriculture and has worked with farmers and ranchers in more than 25 countries, whether it's growing the farm and food conversation, developing an advocacy strategy, or discussing mental health, Michele connects conversations around the food plate.  I hope you enjoy today’s episode and get some very practical information from today’s guest Michele Payn.  You can find more information at www.causematters.com.

Register for the National Farm Safety & Heath “Protecting Your Brain from Stress” webinar at  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_06IGV6tCQ5WOoIkmmv2jtg#/registration - it’s free and all registrants will receive a link to the recording.

Michele’s AgDaily column on stress management is at https://www.agdaily.com/writer/michele-payn.

Agriculture’s Growth Journal, filled with 50 tips and challenge questions, is at  https://causematters.com/growthjournal/

Michele’s compilation of mental health resources is at https://causematters.com/mental-health-resources/

Social links are below, and Linkedin is https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpaynspeaker/.

Thanks to today's sponsor Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com ,  B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com. 

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today we have a fun episode for you, I’m joined by two enthusiastic young researchers from the University of Tennessee and we discuss some interesting research they are doing with eye tracking software and it’s practical application in the beef cattle industry. I think you’re really going to enjoy Dr. Charlie Martinez and Dr. Troy Rowan as we discuss Eye Tracking Software.  Contact Charlie at Twitter:@FarmMgt and @UTcenterfarmmgt Facebook: @UT Center of Farm Management Email: [email protected]. Center of Farm Management: https://farmmanagement.tennessee.edu: Contact for Troy Email: [email protected]: Twitter: @TroyNRowan, Lab Website: https://tiny.utk.edu/utanimalgenomicsUT

Thanks to today's sponsor Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com ,  Cattle Baron Cigars www.cattlebaroncigars.com, Gorgeous Vodka www.gorgeousbodka.com, B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com. 

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today we listen to an interesting story of where history and innovation in the cattle business meets big business and the largest retailer in the world.  Today’s guest Lamar Steiger tells us about his family’s history in the cattle business and how that experience blended with innovation and customer focus lead him to building out the beef supply chain for Walmart’s Angus branded product line.  I really think you’re going to enjoy this episode of Brands and Barbed Wire with Lamar Steiger.  For more information about Lamar visit www.the808ranch.com.

Thanks to today's sponsor Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com ,  Cattle Baron Cigars www.cattlebaroncigars.com, Gorgeous Vodka www.gorgeousbodka.com, B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com.