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April 16 3 Major Bull Sales This Weekend
If you're not familiar with our Cattleman's Corner website, cattlemanscorner.com has some great information including this interview and hundreds more. We also have a free sale calendar for those who have a sale coming up. Either a production sale, sale bar and auction or a private treaty sale.

Speaking of the private treaty sales, there's an unusual one coming up. It's actually an auction but it's in a different format. That's the Windmill Angus Ranch in Haigler, Nebraska. You heard us talking about that one earlier.

You also heard an interview from Bryce Lindskov on their huge 45th annual Charolais, Angus and Hereford Bull Sale on Saturday in Isabel, South Dakota.

Then yesterday we told you about that Saturday sale from Newsam Angus Ranch in Murdo, South Dakota.

Lots of great information on cattlemanscorner.com and you can qualify for a free interview if you'll just give us a call. And if you're in the cattle business, let's get your name out there on Cattleman's Corner and our network of stations in 5 states!
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April 15 Meet Newsam Angus
Today we have Levi Newsam from the Newsam Angus Ranch in South Dakota. How did you get started in the cattle business, Levi?

"My great-grandpa settled right here in the Murdo area and he was a farmer-r rancher and he was kind of the end of that because his kid didn't want it and so that land sold and then my dad come along and he was a carpenter and decided he wanted to be a cowman and so he started a cow herd when I was young maybe even before I was born and so then it just kind of spun off of that. He bought us a registered cow when I was really young and we kind of dabbled with that just a little bit here and there and I took over pretty young. We lost him when I was 18 and so I kind of got thrown to the wolves and took off with it and once I was kind of on my own and got a little bit established I started pushing harder on the registered deal and got to the point where all the cows are registered and so we keep all of our own replacement and we have a annual bull sale right here at the place. We've been selling bulls for I don't know 15 years at least. Last year we made it move to move it right to our place and it was really well received and went really good so we're gearing up to do it again on Saturday April 18th. We're going to sell 55 yearling Angus bulls and about 15 registered Angus heifers and have a good meal and we do something a little bit different here than a lot of places we do it in the evening so our sales start at six o'clock on April 18th."

That was Levi Newsam from the Newsam Angus Ranch.
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April 14 A Different Kind of Bull Sale
Nebraska Angus breeder Alex Peterson has a different way of conducting his sale. Tell us again when that sale is and how you do that.

"The bull sale will be April 18th at 1 o'clock and it's located two miles east of Hagler, Nebraska. We have the sale set up. It'll be a private treaty bid-off type auction. The bulls will be in pens and we'll have a big board. We go pick out the bull you want and the cattlemen set the sale order. So the bull with the most names on it starts to sale just between the guys that have their names on the board and we bid them off in $500 increments. The last guy still bidding gets the bull and then we'll just go down and say another bull has four guys on it. So we'll do that bull and then go down to the ones. Let's say we got a couple bulls that don't have any names. We'll save those clear to the end and then if somebody didn't get a bull we'll put them up if nobody bids and they just walk and we can usually get it done in 30 minutes. It's super fast. We'll have a really nice meal there. Certified Angus beef, roast beef sandwiches and cowboy candy and all kinds of different homemade food. It is a nice way to do it and it's quick. I started doing this a while back and now I see a lot more people are doing it just because it's fast and it's pretty simple. One o'clock, so show up a little bit ahead of time and get your bull picked out, eat some lunch and we'll hammer through it."

Alex Peterson from Windmill Angus Ranch in Hagler, Nebraska.
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April 12Lindskov LT Ranch 3 Breed Sale
Background and Cattle Business Overview
The discussion is an interview with a cattle business operator named Bryce Lindskov, who provides insights into his cattle operations. Bryce's family business, initiated by his father in 1981 with the registered Charolais breed, has expanded over the years to include Angus and recently Hereford breeds. The operation runs about 3,000 registered cows and 6,000 commercial cows, with over 600 bulls from three different breeds available for sale in their 45th annual bull sale.
Bull Sale Event Details
The annual bull sale is a significant event, featuring over 625 bulls, and it will take place at a state-of-the-art facility in Isabel, South Dakota, on April 18th. The event attracts a large audience, with over 1,200 attendees the previous year. There will be a pre-sale social event offering meals and a full bar on the evening preceding the sale.
Logistics and Clientele
The business sells bulls across various states, including international transactions involving embryos and semen. The facility is located conveniently near major airports and has seen significant growth in customer base due to an effective marketing strategy. There is emphasis on customer service and loyalty, with specialized programs for customers, such as a feeder cattle buyback program.
Breed Selection Rationale
Bryce elaborates on the rationale for selecting certain cattle breeds. Charolais is noted for its performance in cross-breeding to enhance weaning weights and carcass merit. Angus is chosen for its maternal traits and structural integrity, while Hereford is selected to produce cross-baldy females for crossbreeding. This diversifies options for customers looking for particular genetic advantages.
Other Business Ventures and Future Ambitions
Aside from cattle, Bryce is involved in managing multiple businesses including New Holland equipment stores and commercial hunting operations. Although he has considered running for governor of South Dakota, his current focus remains on his business engagements. The family business is characterized by its commitment to customer service and non-corporate, family-owned ethos.
Potential Business Collaboration and Marketing
Towards the end of the interview, potential collaborations are discussed, including possible upgrades to their website to better facilitate e-commerce transactions. Bryce expresses interest in enhancing the digital marketing aspect of their cattle business with the help of Hale Broadcasting, which also offers to feature their operation as part of an ongoing promotional program.
This overview provides a comprehensive understanding of the business operations, future aspirations, and the upcoming bull sale highlighted in the Cattleman's Corner interview.
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April 10 Gelbvieh On Ice Sale Announced
Lots of great things happening. The Gelbvieh on Ice Sale book is out. That's a live online auction Saturday night, April 11th at 6.30 p.m. Central. Elite Donation Genetics from Gelbvieh and Balancer breeders for AGJA to help fund the 2026 junior classic in Nebraska. All proceeds go to the American Gelbvieh Juniors Association. That's Saturday night, April 11th starting at 6.30 p.m. Central, the Gelbvieh on Ice Sale. That sale will be available online and we'll have a link to that sale on Cattlemen's Ccorner on our sale calendar. Look for that post from Mitchell Marketing Service.

According to Feedlot Magazine, one study found that nursing calves between 2-5 months of age consumed about 60% of what the cows were eating. This means that if cows consumed 4 ounces of mineral mix per day, their calves were eating just over 2 ounces. A good rule of thumb would be increase the target disappearance rate by 1.6 times to account for calf consumption once they reach 2 months of age. That's an answer to the question of how much free choice mineral are nursing calves eating. From Feedlot Magazine, you can find that post on our Harvest USA report Facebook page.

If you'd like to share your operation and what you're doing with others, give us a call. The numbers are on the screen at cattlemanscorner.com.
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April 09 Upcoming Angus Charolais and Hereford Bull Sales
So many good bull sales still coming up here in the month of April. Fink Beef Genetics... Hey, it's Galen Fink with his sale. That's the spring bull and female sale on Saturday April 11th, and the Knoll Crest Farm Spring Bull and Female sale. That's out in Red House, Virginia. Actually, the sale's in Concord. That's another one of our Gelbvieh breeders from the National Gelbvieh Association. And don't forget the 44th annual Hebbert Charolais Bull Sale. That's April 11th as well in Hyannis, Nebraska.

I just got off the phone yesterday with Linskov's LT Ranch. Bryce Linskov in Isabelle, South Dakota is doing some amazing things. It's the 45th annual Charolais, Angus and for the first time this year, Herford sale. That's Lindskov's LT Ranch.

All of these featured sales can be found right on cattlemanscorner.com. Just click on Featured Sales. For Linskov's LT Ranch, we also have an attached interview that will be appearing on that site very soon.
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April 08 Leah Peterson on Calving Heifers
On the program again today with our co-host David Woodruff is Clear Creek Ranch Mom, Leah Peterson talking about her cattle operation today. They started off talking about the screw worm.

"I've been concerned with the early spring coming with warps all the way south to Texas that keep waiting to hear that that darn thing made its way north."

"Well I think Brian had something that he posted somewhere and it sounded like they were pretty well on it in the southwest. I had never heard of it until I talked to the Flakes. I guess I had heard of it but I didn't know it firsthand. How big of a herd, how many cow calf pairs do you have to keep tabs on?"

"Well we culled really hard last year. Late moisture that didn't really come until it was time to go to grass. We culled really hard in the spring and so we're down a little bit on numbers currently of mature cows. However we raise our own replacements and so had that discussion multiple times in recent days as we weigh drought planning with trying to restore numbers, but typically somewhere around 500 adult cows on the place that would include heft bread heifers somewhere around there. A lot of people turn up their nose at calving heifers. We make very careful intentional decisions in our breeding programs so that we don't have a battle at calving time but I would rather be raising heifers right now and calving heifers than I would be spending money buying mature bred cows."
~ Clear Creek Ranch mom Leah Peterson.

That's it for today's Cattleman's Corner. Thanks again for listening and may God bless. I'm Brian Hale.
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April 07Nathan Cummins on Cowboy Poetry
Cowboy Poetry Gathering Experience: The discussion highlights the success of a cowboy poetry gathering in Taber, Alberta. It was noted as the fourth such event organized and was deemed the best so far due to high talent levels and contributions from participants like Nathan Cummins, Crystal, and other storytellers and musicians. The event served as a platform to celebrate and preserve the heritage of the old west, drawing attendees from various regions.
Community and Inspiration: Nathan expressed his appreciation for the sense of community and inspiration found at the gathering. He emphasized the importance of maintaining connections to Western heritage through storytelling and music. The event was praised for fostering a sense of camaraderie and support among participants, and Nathan felt inspired to write about these experiences.
Youth Involvement and Talent: There was a notable involvement of young participants, such as 4-H club members, who contributed to the event with speeches and poetry. The presence of younger generations is seen as vital for preserving the cultural tradition. Discussions included family stories and attempts to encourage continued involvement and participation among young attendees.

View the Article about the event here...
Saddle up for Taber’s annual cowboy poetry round-up
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April 06 8 Decades of Experience
Meet Galen Frenzen with 8 decades of experience in the cattle business...
Galen Frenzen, at 82, has a storied history in the cattle industry dating back to 1957, when he and his brother were introduced to Hereford heifers by their father. Over the years, Frenzen expanded the business with a variety of cattle breeds, experimenting with exotics and transitioning to a focus on Angus cattle after marrying into an Angus-oriented family. He reflects on past trends, such as the shift to larger cattle in the 1960s and the challenges with dwarfism, exotics, and the evolution towards a more moderate animal in response to market extremes.
Frenzen remains committed to traditional breeding practices, focusing on genetically sound and well-rounded animals actively involved in seed stock operations. He prides himself on not overindulging with feeding supplements, advocating for a survival-of-the-fittest approach in which cattle are naturally developed without inflated fattening practices. The operation tests bulls later in life, ensuring they remain functional and desirable in competitive markets without excessive conditioning, emphasizing animal adaptability and longevity over immediate appearance.
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April 03 Clear Creek Ranch Mom Leah Peterson
The conversation between David Woodruff of Hale Broadcasting and Leah Peterson, operating from Clear Creek Ranch, highlighted the challenges of managing livestock in the Nebraska heat and dryness, particularly regarding livestock operations focused on cow-calf systems with breeds like Herefords, native shorthorns, and Red Angus.
They discussed the seasonal calendar that dictates operations like weaning, sowing, and harvesting, and the genetic qualities they target for their livestock, notably hybrid vigor. The challenges of managing resources such as leased pastureland due to natural disasters and environmental conditions were also addressed, including impacts from prairie fires and their implications for cattle movement.
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