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Today on the podcast, Lauren sits down with Kaitlynn Glover, Executive Director of the Public Lands Council and leader of natural resources policy at NCBA, to discuss two major issues impacting cattle country right now: public lands grazing and the fight to delist the gray wolf.

She shares updates straight from Washington, D.C. on federal grazing policy, wildfire management, Endangered Species Act reform, recreation pressure on public lands, and the latest developments surrounding gray wolf delisting efforts. The conversation also dives into how federal land policies directly impact Western ranchers, what NCBA and PLC are focused on right now, and why producer engagement with lawmakers matters more than ever.

Links:

Public Lands Council Websitel: https://publiclandscouncil.orgPublic Lands Council

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Key Takeaways:

• New federal grazing regulation updates are being developed for the first time in decades
• Public lands policies directly impact more than half of the Western cattle herd
• Agencies are beginning to shift toward more collaborative land management approaches
• Wildfire prevention and drought management remain major concerns across cattle country
• The fight to delist the gray wolf continues through Congress, the courts, and the White House
• Producers across the West continue facing livestock losses tied to wolf populations
• NCBA and PLC are actively working on Endangered Species Act reform efforts
• Recreation, travel management, and federal land access remain key issues for ranchers
• Grazing continues to gain recognition as an important land management tool
• Producer voices and grassroots engagement are critical in shaping policy decisions

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + Caitlin Glover joins the podcast

02:00 Public lands grazing updates and federal policy changes

06:00 Why public lands matter to Western cattle producers

09:00 Wildfire policy, recreation pressure, and federal land management

12:00 The shift toward collaborative grazing management

16:00 Gray wolf delisting updates and producer concerns

20:00 Congress, the courts, and the future of wolf management

24:00 Drought, fire season, and current priorities in Washington

27:00 Why producers need to stay involved in policy conversations

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This week on the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with John Campbell to break down another volatile week in the cattle markets, what’s driving the massive swings in futures, and why headlines surrounding Brazilian beef imports and JBS continue to rattle producers across the country. John explains how algorithm trading is impacting commodity markets in real time, why producers are getting whiplash from government announcements, and what’s really happening behind the scenes with the current beef import conversations. They also touch on record fed cattle prices, strong feeder calf demand, and ongoing concerns surrounding drought and moisture across cattle country.

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Key Takeaways

• Fed cattle hit an all-time high around $2.65 this week• Feeder cattle markets strengthened significantly late in the week after earlier volatility• Lightweight calves continue to bring extremely strong prices across multiple markets• Futures markets are now heavily influenced by algorithm trading reacting instantly to headlines and news events• Comments surrounding Brazilian beef imports caused major swings in the cattle market over the past week• John believes confusion and mixed messaging from leadership are contributing to producer frustration and market instability• Both Lauren and John expressed concerns over continued beef industry consolidation and foreign influence in the protein supply chain• Consumer beef demand remains strong despite higher retail prices• Tight cattle supplies continue to support the long-term bullish outlook for the industry• John remains optimistic overall about the cattle market fundamentals moving forward

Chapters

00:00 Weather and drought conditions across Colorado and Kansas01:25 Strong feeder calf and fed cattle markets this week05:50 Why futures markets are becoming more volatile08:30 Brazilian beef headlines and JBS discussions14:00 Government messaging, market reactions, and producer frustration21:30 Final thoughts on the market outlook moving forward

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Record cash cattle prices, volatility in the futures market, boxed beef concerns, drought conditions, herd expansion, and political pressure on beef prices.... this episode covers all of it. Lauren sits down with Dan Gerhold and Samantha Cozza-Wright to break down one of the wildest cattle markets producers have seen in years and what it could mean moving into summer and fall.

The conversation dives into Trump’s comments on beef prices and imports, the growing pressure on consumer demand, why boxed beef values are creating concern despite strong cash cattle trade, and whether “high prices cure high prices” is finally starting to show up in the beef market. They also discuss drought conditions across cattle country, herd rebuilding, grain markets, feed costs, and why producers need to stay prepared even in profitable times.

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Key Takeaways:

• Cash cattle prices continue to trade at record highs
• Futures markets are showing growing volatility and uncertainty
• Boxed beef values are not rallying like many expected during grilling season
• Consumer resistance to high beef prices may be starting to appear
• “High prices cure high prices” remains a major concern in this market
• Packers remain aggressive buyers due to tight cattle supplies
• Imports and global competition continue to pressure the beef industry

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + current cattle market volatility

05:00 Record cash cattle trade and futures weakness

09:00 Trump comments, beef imports, and market reaction

14:00 Are high prices finally hurting beef demand?

19:00 Boxed beef concerns heading into grilling season

24:00 Consumer pressure, inflation, and global beef competition

29:00 Grain markets, drought, and feed costs

34:00 Herd rebuilding, dry lotting cows, and expansion concerns

37:00 EID mandates, wolves, and policy updates impacting producers

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Lauren sits down with Tom Strahm of the American Gelbvieh Association to talk about the growing role Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle are playing in today’s beef industry. From maternal strength and longevity to feed efficiency and hybrid vigor, Tom breaks down why more commercial producers are implementing these genetics into their herds.

They also discuss crossbreeding strategies, heterosis, carcass quality, female productivity, and how Gelbvieh-influenced cattle continue to succeed in a wide variety of environments across the United States.

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Key Takeaways:

• Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle offer strong maternal advantages
• Crossbreeding increases heterosis and overall efficiency
• Gelbvieh-influenced females are known for fertility and longevity
• Balancer cattle simplify commercial crossbreeding programs
• Producers can improve weaning weights and productivity
• Feed efficiency and red meat yield remain major strengths
• Gelbvieh cattle perform well across diverse environments
• Moderate mature size helps reduce input costs
• Hybrid vigor can increase profitability in commercial herds
• Crossbred females continue to play a major role in the future of beef production

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + Tom Strahm background

03:00 The history of Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle

07:00 Crossbreeding, heterosis, and maternal strength

11:30 Why Gelbvieh females stand out in commercial herds

15:30 Feed efficiency, carcass traits, and performance

19:00 Choosing between Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics

22:30 Breed growth, commercial adoption, and future trends

26:00 Programs supporting commercial producers

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Lauren sits down with Heather Welper to talk about functionality, structure, genetics, and where the show industry may need to rein itself back in while still continuing to positively influence the future of beef production. The show cattle world and the commercial cattle industry are often viewed as completely separate but the reality is, the two overlap far more than people think. They also dive into the role the show industry plays in developing the next generation of agriculture through mentorship, work ethic, and leadership.

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Key Takeaways:

• The show and commercial cattle industries are deeply interconnected
• Functional traits like structure and longevity matter in both sectors
• Some areas of the show industry may be drifting away from practicality
• Genomics and EPDs are shaping the future of cattle evaluation
• Good cattle perform regardless of what sector they come from
• The show industry develops future leaders in agriculture
• Livestock projects teach work ethic, resilience, and professionalism
• Mentorship is critical to the future of the cattle industry
• Agriculture needs more producers willing to invest in young people

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + Heather Welper background

03:30 Show cattle vs commercial cattle: where they overlap

08:00 Functional cattle, structure, and longevity

12:00 Has the show industry gone too far?

16:00 EPDs, genomics, and evaluating cattle

20:00 “Good cattle are just good cattle”

23:00 Why the show industry matters for the next generation

27:00 Mentorship, leadership, and the future of agriculture

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Lauren is joined by Gary Lezak to break down what’s behind these rapid swings, what the current pattern is telling us, and how it could shape the rest of the summer.

From snow in early May to 80 degree heat just days later, weather across cattle country has been anything but normal. They also dive into drought conditions across the Plains and what producers should be watching in the coming months.

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Key Takeaways:

• Weather patterns are cyclical, not random
• Snow and cold snaps can still occur into early May
• Heat waves later this summer are still expected
• The LRC model helps predict long-term weather trends
• El Niño is developing but not yet a major factor
• Drought remains a concern across the Western Plains
• Moisture will likely be uneven and spotty
• Late May could bring another round of severe weather

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + May snowstorm in Colorado

03:00 Weather whiplash: snow to heat

06:30 LRC model and pattern cycles explained

11:30 What this pattern means for summer

15:30 El Niño: hype vs reality

19:30 Drought conditions across cattle country

23:00 Severe weather risks heading into late May

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Today John is back to share what he heard firsthand after attending a Department of Justice briefing in Washington, D.C., where discussions focused on foreign involvement in the U.S. food supply, packer concentration, and growing concerns around national security.

From whistleblower incentives to the role of independent producers in shaping policy, this conversation highlights why these issues are gaining serious attention and what it could mean for the future of the cattle industry.

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Key Takeaways:

• DOJ is actively investigating antitrust issues in the cattle industry
• Foreign ownership in the U.S. food supply is a growing national concern
• Packer concentration continues to limit competition and price discovery
• Whistleblower programs could incentivize industry insiders to come forward
• Policy conversations are shifting toward U.S. food security and independence
• Independent producers are starting to have a stronger voice in policy discussions
• Consolidation has long-term impacts on producer leverage and market access
• The outcome of these investigations could shape the future structure of the cattle industry

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + rain and regional updates

03:30 Weekly market recap and feeder cattle trends

07:30 Record fed cattle prices and market strength

10:30 Transition to DOJ briefing discussion

13:00 What the DOJ briefing covered and why it matters

16:30 Foreign ownership and U.S. food supply concerns

20:30 Packers, consolidation, and competition issues

24:30 Whistleblower program and producer risk

28:30 Government role vs producer reality

32:00 Why this is a national security issue

35:00 Independent producers vs industry organizations

38:00 What happens next and industry implications

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Lauren is joined by Samantha Cozza-Wright once again today to break down this week’s market correction, strong beef demand heading into grilling season, and how outside pressures like oil, gas, and macroeconomics are influencing the market. They discuss how ongoing drought conditions across cattle country are beginning to factor into real decisions, impacting supply, herd management, and what the market could look like in the weeks ahead.

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• Recent market correction brought short-term volatility
• Beef demand remains strong heading into grilling season
• Packers are still short-bought and active in cash trade
• Oil and gas prices are influencing production costs
• Drought conditions continue to pressure cattle country
• Potential liquidation could impact supply in the near term
• The next few weeks will be critical for market direction

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + weather across cattle country

02:30 Recent market correction and price movement

07:30 Cash vs futures and packer behavior

12:30 Beef demand heading into grilling season

16:30 Oil, gas, and macroeconomic pressure

20:30 Drought conditions and supply concerns

24:00 What to watch in the next 15–20 days

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What if the future of agriculture and the future of our veterans could be solved at the same time? Today Lauren had a great conversation with Jeremy Clark, founder of Vets to Cowboys. He shared his journey from military service to first-generation rancher and how that path led to building a program that’s changing lives.

After completely resetting their life, Jeremy and his family jumped into agriculture with no background, learning from the ground up and building a cattle operation in Alabama. Through that experience, they discovered a bigger mission helping other veterans find purpose, healing, and opportunity through agriculture by connecting them with experienced producers and real-world training.

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Key Takeaways:

• Agriculture can provide purpose and healing for veterans
• First-generation producers face steep learning curves
• Mentorship is critical to building new farmers and ranchers
• The U.S. is losing farms and needs new producers
• Veterans are a strong fit for agriculture and ranching
• Mental health benefits of working with livestock are significant
• Community and connection are key to long-term success
• Programs like Vets to Cowboys can help rebuild the industry

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + Jeremy Clark background

03:00 Resetting life and starting in agriculture

07:00 Building a cattle operation from scratch

11:00 The start of Vets to Cowboys

15:00 Agriculture, purpose, and mental health

19:00 Mentorship and building new producers

23:00 The future of Vets to Cowboys

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The beef industry has made major strides in performance but are we sacrificing cow efficiency in the process? Lauren is joined by Travis Mulliniks, beef professor at Oregon State University, to break down how decades of selecting for growth, milk production, and output traits are impacting the cow calf sector.

From larger cows to higher milk production, Travis explains why more isn’t always better and how these changes can increase costs, reduce reproductive performance, and hurt overall system efficiency. They also discuss practical ways to improve efficiency, including better alignment between genetics and environment, grazing management, and simple tools like implants that are often underutilized. With strong markets today, this episode highlights why now is the time to make long-term changes that will matter over the next decade.

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Key Takeaways:

• Increased milk production doesn’t always improve performance
• Larger cows come with higher input costs
• Efficiency gains post-weaning don’t always benefit cow-calf operations
• Reproductive performance can decline with higher milk cows
• Grazing and nutrition management are critical to efficiency
• Genetic selection should match the environment
• Implants are a highly underutilized tool
• Now is the time to make long-term herd changes

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction + Travis Mulliniks

02:30 Selecting for milk, size, and output traits

07:00 Weaning weight and efficiency

11:30 Bigger cows, higher inputs, and reproduction issues

15:30 Identifying inefficiencies

19:30 Grazing, nutrition, and managing within your environment

22:30 The most underused tool: Implants

24:30 What needs to change for the next 10–15 years

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