Starting in June 2023, antibiotics will no longer be available for purchase at your local farm store. Hear from Dr. Dan Thomson at Iowa State University as he discusses this regulatory change and how producers can obtain antibiotics going forward. And later, Dr. Brad Johnson at Texas Tech University dives into the label changes for reimplanting cattle under the same FDA issued guidance. You’ll also hear David, Paul, Tyrell and Carrie’s thoughts on these changes, as well as David’s recent open house tour with True West Beef and more.

In the gripping finale of our 2023 NCBA coverage, Bridgette Readel of Rural Minds discusses mental health resources in rural America; the University of Tennessee’s Troy Rowan gives producers advice on developing a bull-buying game plan; and Dave Weaber from Terrain talks through ways the industry can rebuild the national cow herd after drought. David, Carrie, Cassidy and Tyrell also preview the March issue of Progressive Cattle and bid adieu to the convention until next year.

In the second of three podcasts, David and Carrie visit with more guests at the NCBA Cattle Industry Convention in New Orleans. Among the interviews are Chance A. Farmer of Selko nutrition discussing proper distribution of mineral feeders in grazing pastures; a discussion with Los Angeles County rancher Mike Williams on the challenges, dynamics and decision-making going into grazing near urban Los Angeles; and a review of how exports are shaping up in 2023 with U.S. Meat Export Federation CEO Dan Halstrom.

In the first of three podcast episodes, Tyrell, Carrie and Cassidy sit down with guests at the NCBA Cattle Industry Convention in New Orleans. Interviews include a discussion with David Lust of West Texas University regarding a unique project to improve quality and yield; a look at grazing management technologies with Enriched Ag’s Billy Cook; and an overview of what to expect in the cattle markets this year with CattleFax CEO Randy Blach. You don’t want to miss it!

In this episode, David, Paul, Tyrell and Carrie discuss China’s population decline, the price of eggs and, just for good measure, the weather (see Paul’s column for full details.) Tyrell visits with Rachel Frost with Montana State University, and Andrew Bardwell, manager of LF Ranch in Augusta, Montana, about the university’s ranch management program that includes internship opportunities to give students some real-world experience in operating a ranch before joining the workforce. Carrie also interviews veterinarian Tony Hawkins to take a look at calving season from a vet’s point of view.

In this episode, two guests weigh in on what's ahead for agriculture in the new year. Redd Summit Advisor's Ross Bronson addresses ways producers can leverage the decline in cattle inventory, and CoBank's Brian Earnest discusses recessionary fears, rising interest rates and more. Later, David, Paul and Tyrell chat about one of TikTok's latest crazes and their predictions (or hopes) for what will bounce back in price this year.

In this episode, editor Carrie Veselka discusses budgeting tips and financial habits for the new year with DeDe Jones from Texas A&M University. Also, Carrie, David Cooper, Cassidy Woolsey, and Paul and Tyrell Marchant preview the December issue of Progressive Cattle and duke out the best and worst Christmas songs of all time. Special thanks to Sarah Hernandez and podcast producer Ray Merritt for their assistance in narrowing down the many, many candidates. Did your favorite song make the cut? Listen and follow to find out.

In this episode, Paul visits with Dave Nichols, an emeritus professor at Kansas State University about his experiences as a livestock judge and educator, discussing opportunities to bridge the gap between agriculture and consumers. David also visits with K-State ag economist Ted Schroeder about the changing elements in the cattle markets, and the potential pitfalls of mandating cash cattle markets. David, Paul and Carrie also share a preview of the November issue, and share what they're grateful for this Thanksgiving season.

David, Carrie and Tyrell provide a rundown of AgProud.com, the new ag supersite that is now Progressive Cattle's home. Then Tyrell checks in from the National Red Angus Convention in Kalispell, Montana. Red Angus Association of America CEO Tom Brink shares details of a survey of the feeder cattle industry that indicates producers are looking to move past skin-deep methods of cattle evaluation. RAAA commercial marketing specialist Nolan Woodruff also weighs in with the latest data for hosting a successful bull sale. The episode concludes with a riveting conversation about the spaces occupied in American culture by plant-based meat and the British royal family.

In this episode, two guests from the great state of Texas join Tyrell. Ag attorney Kyle Weldon discusses open range and fence laws, and Texas A&M’s Jason Banta weighs in on cow-calf nutrition. Carrie, Paul and David discuss county fairs and the recession, then debate the merits of the Top Gun franchise.