It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they talk about pre-weaning vaccination programs and rebates for those vaccines.  Plus updates on New World Screwworm, market reports, industry news, and lots more on this all new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

Season 5, EPISODE 252

Vaccination programs are a critical part of herd management, knowing that there are dollars to be saved is GREAT news. Zoetis Animal Health is offering rebates in 2025 for common vaccines such as Draxxin and Draxxin KP as well as for Bovishield Gold. These rebates can add up fast in savings, don’t miss out on this opportunity to put money BACK in your pocket.

Claim Yours Today: https://www.zoetisus.com/services-and-programs/rebate-center/zoetis-rebate-center/

This promotion is subject to the full set of terms and conditions found on the Zoetis Rebate Center.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the CDC confirmed the first human case in the U.S. of New World screwworm.

According to a Reuters report, the individual is a Maryland resident, and they contracted screwworm during a trip to El Salvador. The CDC confirmed the diagnosis on Aug. 4, as did the Maryland Department of Health. 

In a statement to Reuters, HHS Spokesman Andrew G. Nixon said "The Risk to public health in the U.S. from this introduction is very low."

In recent months, the U.S. government has taken considerable steps in protecting livestock from screwworm. Mid-July, USDA restarted its ban on Mexican livestock imports, and just last week, the agency announced a $750-million sterile fly production facility in Texas to combat the flesh-eating parasite's spread.

In Texas alone, USDA estimates a screwworm outbreak could cost the state $1.8 billion in livestock deaths and other costs.

Screwworms are parasitic flies whose females lay eggs in wounds on any warm-blooded animal. Once the eggs hatch, hundreds of screwworm larvae use their sharp mouths to burrow through living flesh, eventually killing their host if left untreated.

Livestock traders and beef producers have been on edge about the potential for cases in cattle as prices have already hit record highs because the U.S. cattle herd is at its smallest size in seven decades.

REFERENCES:

https://www.meatingplace.com/Industry/News/Details/120354

https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/us-confirms-nations-first-travel-associated-human-screwworm-case-connected-2025-08-25/

Dr. Philip Kesterson, DVM – Zoetis Animal Health

Brett McCoy – Zoetis Animal Health

https://www.zoetisus.com/livestock/

Follow on Facebook: @ZoetisBeef

Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert

Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX

Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation

Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:

Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.

Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.

https://tiggerandbec.com/

For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:

Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/

American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/

Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/

Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/

Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view

Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/

RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/

Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/

Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/

Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/

Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/

Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/

Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

Week in and week out feeder cattle continue to break all time high prices at various sale barns across the country and on video auctions.  Below is a list of the highest 4-weight steer prices with a 10 head minimum:

Nebraska: $517.00

Montana: $561.00

Oregon: $555.00

Kansas: $555.00

Missouri: $548.00

Oklahoma: $525.00

Iowa: $525.00

Arizona: $515.00

Nevada: $512.00

South Dakota: $510.00

Minnesota: $500.00

REFERENCE:  National Beef Wire, https://www.facebook.com/NationalBeefWireDVAuction

Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.

American Gelbvieh Association

Axiota Animal Health

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

Ranch Channel

Superior Livestock Auctions

Wulf Cattle

Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420

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It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they bring you a chute side pregnancy test for less than 8 bucks and 99 percent accurate.  Plus market and industry news, horses for sale and lots more on this all new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

Season 5, EPISODE 251

Livestock producers and veterinarians now have a faster, more affordable way to check pregnancy status in cattle. The Rapid Early Pregnancy Test from Central States Testing delivers quick, reliable results while saving both time and money.

Unlike other on-site pregnancy tests, this kit includes everything you need to collect a sample—syringes, needles, and blood tubes—so you can get accurate answers without extra purchases or lab delays.

This makes the Rapid Early Pregnancy Test one of the most cost-effective options available, without sacrificing accuracy or reliability.

Two-year shelf life for long-term storage

Temperature range of 60–95°F for flexible on-ranch use

Requires only two drops of blood and buffer for fast, simple testing

Accurate, rapid results to support better herd management decisions

The Rapid Early Pregnancy Test for ruminants will be available starting September 2025. Producers can choose between individual tests or convenient 25-test kits, making it easy to scale for both small and large operations.

Early and accurate pregnancy detection allows ranchers to:

Dustin Hessman – Central States Testing

https://www.cstbvd.com/

Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert

Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX

Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation

Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:

Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.

Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.

https://tiggerandbec.com/

For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:

Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/

American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/

Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/

Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/

Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view

Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/

RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/

Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/

Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/

Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/

Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/

Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/

Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

EPISODE 95 DETAILS

According to TheStreet.Com, Beyond Meat, the plant-based meat company has reported falling sales and dwindling cash. Beyond Meat recently hired a corporate restructuring expert and has let go of 44 employees in North America (6% of its global workforce). Sales in the second quarter dropped by nearly 20% year-over-year.

Beyond Meat pushed back against rumors that it has filed bankruptcy, calling recent media reports "unequivocally false.” The statement comes amid a highly publicized and difficult financial period for Beyond Meat.  The company, which played a key role in establishing the market for hyper-realistic meat analogues when it launched in 2009, has seen sales stagnate as the market becomes more competitive and consumers move away from “ultra-processed” alternative proteins.

REFERENCES:

https://www.thestreet.com/restaurants/beyond-meat-is-headed-to-chapter-11-bankruptcy

https://plantbasednews.org/news/economics/beyond-meat-denies-filing-for-bankruptcy/

Lot’s of bull and heifer sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.

American Gelbvieh Association

https://gelbvieh.org/

@AmericanGelbvieh

Axiota Animal Health

https://axiota.com/

@MultiminUSA

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

https://jorgensenfarms.com/

@JorLandCat

Ranch Channel

https://ranchchannel.com/

@RanchChannel

Superior Livestock Auctions

https://superiorlivestock.com/

@SuperiorLivestockAuctions

Wulf Cattle

https://www.wulfcattle.com/

@WulfCattle

Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420

Or email [email protected]

FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow

SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup

Website: RanchItUpShow.com

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AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.

Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com

https://tiggerandbec.com/

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they deep dive into pre-weaning cow nutrition and how to supplement those cows when it’s too dry or too wet.  Plus beef export news market recaps and lots more on this all new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

Westway Feed Products offers high-quality cattle supplements in both liquid feed and tub form, designed to deliver essential protein, energy, vitamins, and minerals your herd needs for peak performance. These nutritional supplements bridge the gap between what your forage provides and what your cattle require—ensuring consistent, balanced nutrition year-round.

Backed by research and proven by producers, Westway’s free-choice liquid feed and tub supplements help support herd health, improve efficiency, and boost productivity.

Improved forage digestibility and utilization

Convenient, low-labor feeding solution

Highly palatable—encouraging consistent intake of nutrients

Minimal waste to maximize feed investment

Access for less dominant cattle without competition at the feed site

Better breed-up rates and enhanced reproductive performance

Potential immunity boost for calves, supporting long-term herd health

At Westway Feed Products, we know that proper cattle nutrition is more than just grass, hay, or seasonal feed—it’s about delivering balanced nutrients all year long. With 28 production plants nationwide, we can create regionalized formulations tailored to your specific forage base and climate conditions, ensuring your cow/calf herd thrives in every season.

For feedlots, Westway liquid feed products help control dust, reduce sorting at the bunk, and serve as a nutrient carrier to evenly distribute vitamins, minerals, and other feed components. From starter rations to finishing rations, our liquid feed supplements support consistent weight gain, feed efficiency, and overall herd health—while saving you time and money.

Custom Blends for specific herd needs

Suspensions for nutrient stability

Commodities for cost-effective nutrition

Stress Mix to support cattle during challenging conditions

Fly Control to help manage pests and protect performance

Boost your cattle’s performance with Westway Feed Products’ liquid feed and tub supplements—the proven choice for ranchers and feedlot managers who want consistent nutrition, healthier cattle, and stronger bottom-line results.

Dr. Kelly Sanders – Westway Feed Products

https://westwayfeed.com/

Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert

Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX

Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation

Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:

Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420

Email: [email protected]

Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow

YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp

Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.

Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.

https://tiggerandbec.com/

For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:

American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/

Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/

Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/

Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view

Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/

RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/

Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/

Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/

Top Dollar Angus: https://topdollarangus.com/

Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/

Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/

Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/

Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

Big cattle runs from big country — that’s exactly what you’ll find at Superior Livestock Auction’s BigHorn Classic, kicking off Wednesday, August 20th through Friday, August 22nd in Sheridan, Wyoming. This premier Western cattle sale will feature 116,000 head of cattle offered to the nation’s largest and most competitive buyer base.

Cattle buyers, ranchers, and livestock enthusiasts have several ways to watch the Big Horn Classic:

In Person: Attend the live cattle auction in Sheridan, Wyoming — a must-see event for anyone passionate about cattle sales.

On TV: Dish Network, channel 997.

Online Streaming: Watch live on SLA-TV.com via YouTube or at SuperiorLivestock.com.

Whether you’re buying, selling, or just love the excitement of top-tier cattle sales, the Big Horn Classic is a bucket-list experience.

Among the standout offerings this year are Top Dollar Angus Verified Feeder Cattle — cattle in the top 25% for growth and carcass traits. These high-quality, performance-verified lots selling during the BigHorn Classic can also be previewed on RanchChannel.com, making it easy for buyers to evaluate and bid on premium genetics.

Complete sale results and market recaps will be posted following the auction on SuperiorLivestock.com and RanchChannel.com, ensuring buyers and sellers stay informed.

Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE

American Gelbvieh Association

Axiota Animal Health

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

Ranch Channel

Superior Livestock Auctions

Wulf Cattle

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they go through the Angus Access program for marketing those red angus feeder calves.  Plus reports from the Video Royale Sale from Superior Livestock Auction on this all new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

Season 5, EPISODE 249

The Red Angus Association of America (RAAA) has officially rebranded its longstanding Feeder Calf Certification Program (FCCP) to Angus Access. This change reflects more than just a name update — it marks a strategic evolution in how Red Angus cattle are marketed, verified, and positioned within the beef industry.

Angus Access is the beef industry’s first genetic, age, and source verification program, now modernized for today’s traceability and quality assurance demands. USDA-approved and trusted by Red Angus producers for over 30 years, the program now better aligns with both consumer expectations and industry trends like case-ready beef and private label branding.

Red Angus cattle consistently produce premium Angus beef, a product category in high demand with consumers seeking quality and consistency. The new name, Angus Access, emphasizes the breed’s place within Angus-branded beef programs, helping Red Angus producers gain the recognition — and market share — they deserve.

Originally launched in 1995, the Feeder Calf Certification Program was developed to help Red Angus calves compete with black-hided counterparts and gain access to value-based marketing opportunities. Through USDA-backed verification and the program’s iconic yellow tags, Red Angus calves earned industry-wide recognition for:

Today, over 3.5 million calves have been enrolled in FCCP and its crossbred counterpart, Allied Access. Both programs have helped commercial producers nationwide capture added value through verified genetics and transparent sourcing.

RAAA is ensuring a smooth transition for current users. While existing FCCP tags remain valid through July 1, 2027, starting January 1, 2026, only 840 EID (Electronic Identification) tags will be issued for both Angus Access and Allied Access programs.

Benefits of 840 EID tags include:

Optional visual tags with the Angus Access and Allied Access logos will still be available for producers who value visual ID.

As vertically integrated supply chains become the norm, EID-based verification systems are now expected by many beef processors, including sustainability-driven companies like Sustainable Beef.

Research shows that beef products linked to transparent, verified production practices increase consumer trust by over 80%, driving repeat purchases and stronger brand loyalty.

The Angus Access rebrand is more than a marketing change — it’s a powerful statement of RAAA’s commitment to innovation, data integrity, and producer success. As consumer preferences and retailer demands evolve, Angus Access ensures that Red Angus genetics and the cattlemen behind them are ready to lead the way in transparent, value-driven beef production.

REFERENCE: https://redangus.org/raaa-rebrands-fccp-as-angus-access-to-increase-market-competitiveness/

135,000 head of steers, heifers, bred heifers and cow/calf pairs recently sold through Superior Livestock Auction’s Video Royale at Winnamucca, Nevada.  Click Here for complete sale report: https://ranchchannel.com/superior-livestock-auction-video-royale-sale-report-market-summary/

Jim Davis – Superior Livestock Auction Representative

https://superiorlivestock.com/

Katie Martin – Director of Communications

https://redangus.org/

Follow on Facebook: @RedAngusAssociationOfAmerica

Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert

Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX

Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation

Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:

Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.

Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.

https://tiggerandbec.com/

For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:

Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/

American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/

Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/

Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/

Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view

Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/

RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/

Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/

Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/

Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/

Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/

Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/

Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

EPISODE 93 DETAILS

Weigh-up cow prices have increased dramatically over the last two years and are now currently at prices that are close to double the average price of what they were just 3 years ago in 2022.  To put this in perspective, the average annual weigh-up cow prices per CWT were $60.05 in 2020, $65.40 in 2021 and $76.12 in 2022, as reported by USDA Market News at the Joplin Regional Stockyards in Missouri. 

For folks who are marketing home raised cows that are more than two years of age, make sure that the income from these cows is identified as capital gains income when it is being reported for tax purposes.  This is especially important this year because many cow-calf producers will also have excellent income from the sale of weaned calves and yearlings. Capital gains income is not subject to self-employment tax, and the federal capital gains tax rate will be lower than the ordinary income tax rate for the same level of earnings. Make sure you consult with your tax professional on all income tax law and liabilities.

The deadly parasitic New World screwworm has been spotted less than 400 miles from the Southwest border and is threatening Texas cattle, lawmakers say. The screwworm was first reported in Mexico in November and has steadily made its way north since then. The most northern recent reported case was in the state of Veracruz, Mexico, which is about 370 miles south of McAllen, Texas, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, says the screwworm flies could devastate the state’s cattle industry if it crosses onto U.S. soil. Cornyn says an outbreak could cost Texas livestock producers approximately $1 billion and cost the general economy $3.7 billion.

Last week, 175 groups sent a letter to Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and the U.S. House and Senate in support of building a sterile fly facility in the U.S. Among the national groups that signed the letter were the American Farm Bureau, Livestock Marketing Association, National Beef Cattlemen’s Association and the National Milk Producers Association.

REFERENCE: 

https://www.borderreport.com/news/environment/screwworm-closer-to-us-border-threatening-texas-cattle-industry/

https://www.oklahomafarmreport.com/okfr/2025/08/01/175-ag-groups-agree-we-need-a-sterile-fly-production-facility-in-the-us-asap/

Lot’s of bull and heifer sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.

American Gelbvieh Association

https://gelbvieh.org/

@AmericanGelbvieh

Axiota Animal Health

https://axiota.com/

@MultiminUSA

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

https://jorgensenfarms.com/

@JorLandCat

Ranch Channel

https://ranchchannel.com/

@RanchChannel

Superior Livestock Auctions

https://superiorlivestock.com/

@SuperiorLivestockAuctions

Wulf Cattle

https://www.wulfcattle.com/

@WulfCattle

Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420

Or email [email protected]

FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow

SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup

Website: RanchItUpShow.com

https://ranchitupshow.com/

The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.

https://ranchitup.podbean.com/

AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.

Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com

https://tiggerandbec.com/

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show!

Join Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner aka BEC, and the crew as they break down the top headlines in agriculture and livestock. Get the full recap from the Northern Summertime Classic sale with Northern Livestock Video, plus key updates on cow herd rebuilding and more. Don’t miss this action-packed episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show!

Subscribe now and turn on notifications so you never miss a beat from Rural America. 🐂📻

A tremendous feeder cattle market for the Northern Summertime Classic by Northern Livestock Video.  View complete Sale Reports here:

Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert

Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX

Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation

Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:

Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420

Email: [email protected]

Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow

YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp

Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.

Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.

Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.

https://tiggerandbec.com/

For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:

Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/

American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/

Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/

Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/

Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view

Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/

RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/

Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/

Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/

Top Dollar Angus: https://topdollarangus.com/

Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/

Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/

Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/

Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), along with numerous state cattle associations, is urging lawmakers to support the Hauling Exemptions for Livestock Protection (HELP) Act, introduced by Representative Jeff Hurd (R-CO). This critical legislation would provide long-overdue relief for livestock haulers, protecting them from the burdensome Hours of Service (HOS) and Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandates.

The HELP Act seeks to permanently codify HOS and ELD exemptions that were temporarily granted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) during the COVID-19 pandemic. These exemptions allowed livestock truck drivers to safely transport live animals without being restricted by rigid federal mandates.

For nearly two years, these waivers gave haulers the flexibility to adapt to weather, traffic, and the unique demands of transporting live animals—ensuring animal welfare and supply chain efficiency. However, once the exemptions expired, livestock haulers once again faced regulations that threaten both.

By reinstating these exemptions, the HELP Act would ensure drivers can continue safely and humanely transporting livestock across the country without unnecessary delays or stress to animals.

In a recent win for the livestock industry, FMCSA and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced the withdrawal of a proposed rule to require speed limiters on commercial trucks. While this was welcomed by livestock haulers, HOS and ELD mandates remain a pressing concern.

Unlike other freight, cattle and other livestock cannot be easily stopped, unloaded, or left idle during transport. Delays can cause undue stress or injury to animals, making flexible transportation rules essential.

The NCBA has voiced strong support for the HELP Act and applauds Rep. Jeff Hurd for introducing this livestock-friendly legislation. By passing the HELP Act, Congress can ensure that haulers have the tools and flexibility needed to protect animal welfare, support ranchers, and strengthen the food supply chain.

To Review The Bill, Click HERE.

REFERENCE: 

https://cdllife.com/2025/bill-seeking-permanent-hos-exemption-for-livestock-haulers/

https://www.drovers.com/news/industry/help-act-seeks-relief-livestock-haulers#:~:text=The%20Hauling%20Exemptions%20for%20Livestock,two%20years%20during%20the%20pandemic.%E2%80%9D

https://www.ncba.org/news-media/news/details/43643/ncba-endorses-help-act-to-support-livestock-haulers

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American Gelbvieh Association

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Jorgensen Land & Cattle

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Superior Livestock Auctions

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