When I say my two guests are my guys, I really mean that. This podcast gets a little loose and off the rails because interviewing two of your best friends since college that have seen a bunch of the dumb crap you did, well it's harder to keep a straight tone. I do appreciate Royce O’Neil and Tyler ‘Talls’ Martin for keeping the stories to a decent minimum and the chirps subdued enough. 

We got into how I started my podcast first and then they copied my idea… actually we literally had the same brain child at about the exact same time. Then we bounced some ideas and other things off one another. My guest’s podcast is called, F’d Up Farming. If you can’t tell by the name, there are a few cuss words tossed in their episodes that cover farming topics, one of the most badass segments ever called killing the day and how they have built an epic Texas Country playlist on Spotify. Plus, maybe their claim to fame, their booze review. This is primarily bourbon, and it is exceptional. Make sure to find that playlist on Spotify and their episodes on all podcast platforms.

Wrapping up we discussed their new cattle business because heck we had too! MO Cattle Co and their ideas/philosophy. It was fun to listen and hear their perspectives as commercial cattlemen that are stepping into the seedstock market for the first time. 

Kreoger if you're reading this, yes i talk about it in the close out. 

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Tanya said right from the start before I hit record, “I usually am quite straight forward, I like doing business like that.” Tanya, I sure as heck do too! Poplar Meadows Angus is an elite supplier of Angus genetics world wide. Tanya has built her herd by sourcing top genetics in the breed that fit her vision, readily propagating them and not being shy about showing them off. With the next generation now active in the day to day, Poplar Meadows will keep doing what they love. Tanya has built a vast network of connections and a solid customer base for her bull and female sales. All based on that opening quote, being honest and straightforward. 

This interview idea stemmed from a facebook post Tanya made in the winter of 2023 about what things could be done for cost savings at ‘sales events’ such as a bull sale. The post took on a life of its own and really debated topics such as sale management fees, auctioneering fees, facility rent, crew help, meals, beverage offerings, video sales, online sales… and on and on. We cleaned up the debate topics a bit and discussed some of the ideas. 

We also talked about her in recent years herd reduction, the type she likes and her fire for a breed that her father loved too! I could have kept talking to her for hours. Selfishly I feel like I have expanded my network that much more too. 

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It was great to venture into the Speckle Park breed! Barry and Cory Ducherer were great guests to have. A rich history in the breed from literally a crow's flight to the birthplace and origin of the Breed outside of Maidstone Saskatchewan. 

River Hill is synonymous with Speckle Park and is admired across the world. They have held record highs in the sales of animals and frozen genetics. The Ducherer family has had a massive amount of success in the showring as they continuously built their brand. My favorite part is that they did all this while helping to develop and market the breed as a whole! 

We touched on sourcing genetics, the frozen frenzy of flushing cows sending eggs around the world, how the market changes and having to build breed acceptance when it is not 100+ years old. Where opportunity looks to be in the future and how their family has been a part of it all. 

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Wayne and Anne are no strangers to the business of Agriculture. They each have a diverse background of hands on experience and industry influence. 

I learnt a bunch from each as we visited, especially that a love for cattle just never seems to fade! 

Entertaining stories of working in the semen business, building and managing the Limousin Voice, having two influential roles at Remington then onto the CCIA and selling trucks! 

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This episode starts in the Agribition feed alley. Copper Creek were stalked nose to nose with us so one late feeding I was able to block

Phil from an easy exit and held him at gunpoint to come on the podcast… just kidding, he could have gone the long way around to get away. 

Asking Phil and Catherine to be guests to me is a no brainer. Hard Working people I feel is an understatement. They have always led by example and had those results speak for themselves. With a diverse background and unique experiences we are so fortunate that they were willing to share with us on the podcast.  Cow families, what should you expect from your own marketing, pivoting with change. 

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One of my favorite things about visiting with Greg Pugh is that he keeps it 100%. You ask him a question and  you’ll  get a genuine answer. Greg has experience that does not just focus on ranch and farming, he’s had several jobs off farm and maintains one of the more open mindsets to all facets of discussion I’ve encountered.

Being realistic with yourself and acknowledging the truth about the time and effort of any endeavor is some great advice shared from Greg.

No matter what, when I meet back up with Greg around the industry it always brings a smile out with a good handshake. 

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Contact Vandy Cattle/ Vandy Cattle Genetic to get your semen lined up for those spring babies, it’s not too late.

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WE ARE BACK! We missed y’all too.

Episode 27 starts Season 3 off with a bang. Garth Rancier of Rancier Farms joins me to talk about cows, getting a start in the business and describes some of his key thoughts. We talk about cow families and understanding where we are comparative to others is not always the same, that’s how we get better. Garth really hits the nail on the head talking about how marketing needs to fit your personally and how knowing people is key. 

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Also thank you to episode sponsor Vandy Cattle/ Vandy Cattle Genetics. Find them on Facebook and get your hands on the best Maine genetics available in Canada and the full Griswold Genetics line up, show them your G-  

Plus you’ll hear from our friends at Poplar Park Shorthorns and Choose Hereford. 

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Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast in 2022.

Thank you Klassen Industries as our full season sponsor for 2022.

Happy New Year,

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In the Hereford Breed he needs no introduction.

In the cattle business he is in that upper level of cattle minds and sharpness. Visiting with Tom I’ve always considered a wonderful opportunity to learn.

Tom’s marketing mindset and outside of the box thinking at the height of WTK Polled Herefords was unmatched. Countless industry leaders have personal stories about Tom and are grateful for those experiences. 

I hope you enjoy listening!

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This has been a long awaited episode to record. Jimmy Joe is a natural born storyteller that has been there, done that and sometimes tried it again. Jimmy Joe is widely known for this time with Remington and on the show road. His experience with people and marketing cattle is second to none and the stories he shares are not only entertaining but there is a pile of great advice to be absorbed.

Being born into the cattle business doesn't feel like it does justice in describing Jimmy’s upbringing, I refer to him as a son of the Angus breed in the episode and I think that is just very fitting. It sure doesn’t sound like Jim ever backed down from a “you can't do that” comment in his life. We rehash a bit of the legendary Agribition Swamp, talk about life on the road and the goodtimes that precede the hard times.

Jimmy is very open about his mental health issues he faced while working and the issues that were created as he tried to just keep pushing through. We are so fortunate today that the stigma of mental health is not as it once was and health professionals across the country are more informed than ever. If you feel that pressure or can relate to Jimmy’s story below are some wonderful services available free of charge and mostly anonymous if you choose to do so.

Thanks again Jimmy Joe for the laughs and advice. You’re welcome Lee Wilson for leaving a few stories on the cutting room floor.. Just kidding.

Mental Health Resources

211 (call / text / website) (Funded by United Way, Gov of Can)

https://bc211.ca

https://ab.211.ca

https://sk.211.ca

https://mb.211.ca

The Canada Suicide Prevention Service

Call: 1-833-456-4566 (Available 24/7/365) Text: 45645

https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca

Canadian Mental Health Association

www.Cmha.ca

Agricultural Health Safety Network

https://cchsa-ccssma.usask.ca/aghealth

SK Farm Health program

https://saskpolytech.ca/about/applied-research-and-innovation/farmh/

Online Therapy Unit, University of Regina

www.onlinetherapyuser.ca

Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program

https://manitobafarmerwellness.ca/

Farm stress lines:

Manitoba:

Call toll free: 1-866-367-3276

Websites: https://supportline.ca/

https://www.tmsd.mb.ca

Saskatchewan:

Call toll free: 1-800-667-4442

Website: www.farmstressline.ca

Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast.

Thank you Klassen Industries as a full season sponsor and to INC Cattle with their The Big Chill Frozen Genetics Sale, Dec 17 Saskatoon SK for your episode sponsorship.

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