Having beef production as a family business has many benefits. It strengthens the connections among family members, instills values like hard work and collaboration, ensures the perpetuation and growth of the practice through the transfer of knowledge and skills across generations, and contributes to rural economic development. However, how do things work in day-to-day life? How can parenting and ranching be done simultaneously while having other external jobs? In this special episode, I talk to Dr. Hyatt Frobose (who is my husband, by the way) about the benefits and challenges of running a family beef business.

“I think it's really powerful that our kids are going to have the same opportunities in the rural lifestyle that we had." - Dr. Hyatt Frobose

What you’ll learn:

• Highlight (00:00)
• Introduction (01:36)
• Differences and challenges between hog and beef cattle (03:56)
• Staying up to date with the latest advancements and the best practices (07:34)
• The challenges of grass cattle (09:20)
• Sustainable practices in beef production (14:16)
• Goals for the future of the ranch (19:56)
• Advice for those thinking of starting their own ranches (23:41)
• Parenting and ranching (27:46)
• Working alongside your spouse (37:48)
• Aspirations for the family's involvement in the beef cattle industry (41:41)
• Final questions (46:25)

Meet the guest: Dr. Hyatt Frobose

Experience

• Current: USA Commercial Director at Jyga Technologies; co-owner at High Bar Cattle Company

Background

• Ph.D., Swine Management & Nutrition (Kansas State University)
• M.Sc., Swine Nutrition (Kansas State University)
• B.Sc.; Agriculture; Animal Sciences & Industry, Science Option (Kansas State University)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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