Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Gale McKinney, he's the owner of the American Cattlemen and he chats with Josh Scheckel, co-owner of JJ Scheckel Angus. Married for over 20 years with seven children, Josh embodies a true family-oriented agricultural entrepreneur who started from scratch, building both an equipment business and a cattle operation without inheriting family land or livestock. 

His cattle philosophy centers on practicality and commercial viability. Josh emphasizes "meat and potatoes" breeding, focusing on problem-free, profitable traits that create functional cattle requiring minimal management. Having started as a commercial cattleman, he understands the importance of cows that breed back consistently, raise substantial calves, and maintain longevity with minimal intervention.

The upcoming JJ Scheckel Angus 2025 Black Friday Production Sale on November 28th will feature 30 bred heifers and a collection of aged-advantage bulls. The heifers, bred to drop calves between February and April, come from top-tier genetics including LD Capitalist, Connealy King Air, and Coleman Rock bloodlines. The 18-month-old bulls are carefully selected, grown slowly to ensure sound feet and immediate breeding readiness.

Sire groups include impressive lineages like Ellington Three Rivers, LD Capitalist, Coleman Bravo, and SAV Allegiance, with some bulls descending from world champion efficiency sires. Josh prides himself on transparency, reputation, and customer satisfaction, offering aggressive multi-bull discounts and free nationwide delivery.

The sale will be held at their farm in Bellevue, Iowa, managed by the American Angus Hall of Fame, with world champion auctioneer Matt Lauer. Potential buyers can participate through DV Auction and Superior Livestock platforms, with Josh emphasizing an open invitation for cattlemen to visit, view cattle, and enjoy an all-day lunch featuring Angus beef.

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