It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear how to create income potential by custom grazing versus grazing your own yearlings. Plus, detailed market recaps, news you need to hear, and lots more all wrapped into this brand 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.

Custom grazing cattle for others and owning stocker cattle are two popular beef production models, each offering distinct financial, operational, and risk profiles. Understanding the differences helps ranchers, landowners, and regenerative agriculture operators choose the most profitable and sustainable system for their operation.

Custom grazing (also called contract grazing) is when a landowner or operator is paid a per-head or per-pound daily rate to manage cattle owned by someone else. The grazier provides pasture, water, fencing, and animal care—while the cattle owner retains market risk.

Key benefits of custom grazing cattle:

Custom grazing is especially attractive in regions with abundant grass, strong fencing infrastructure, and rising interest in regenerative grazing systems.

Stocker cattle are owned livestock purchased after weaning and grown on forage before being sold to feedlots or backgrounding operations. Profit depends on weight gain, purchase price, sale price, and overall market conditions.

Advantages of owning stocker cattle:

Factor

Custom Grazing

Owning Stocker Cattle

Capital Required

Low

High

Market Risk

Minimal

High

Cash Flow

Stable & predictable

Variable

Profit Ceiling

Capped

Higher upside

Labor & Management

Moderate

High

Exposure to Loss

Low

High

Which Option Is More Profitable?

Profitability depends on risk tolerance, capital availability, and land goals.

Many successful operators use a hybrid model, combining custom grazing contracts for baseline income with a smaller stocker herd to capture upside gains.

Choose custom grazing cattle for others if you want:

Choose owning stocker cattle if you want:

Jayce Doan – Black Leg Ranch

https://www.blacklegranch.com/

Follow on Facebook: @BlackLegRanch

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.

The new year has started strong for cash cattle both on the feeder and fat cattle side.  The quality and condition of the cattle have been outstanding.  Check out the latest market report for Crawford Livestock Market, Crawford, Nebraska and for Stockmen’s Livestock in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Reference: https://www.cattleusa.com/

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

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

https://jorgensenfarms.com/

@JorLandCat

Ranch Channel

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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 hear how winter grazing could save big when it comes to the feed bill.  Plus, detailed market recaps, news you need to hear, upcoming bull sales and lots more all wrapped into this brand 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.

Winter grazing cattle offers significant benefits for livestock producers looking to reduce feed costs, improve soil health, and increase pasture efficiency. By allowing cattle to graze stockpiled forage or cover crops during winter months, producers can lower reliance on stored hay, reduce labor and equipment expenses, and enhance nutrient cycling through natural manure distribution. Winter grazing also supports healthier soils by improving organic matter, reducing erosion, and promoting stronger forage regrowth in spring—making it a sustainable, cost-effective cattle management strategy with long-term productivity gains.

Jayce Doan works alongside his parents, brothers, and wife to operate a diverse regenerative agriculture operation at Black Leg Ranch near McKenzie, North Dakota. The family raises cattle and bison, while also managing cover crops and additional crop enterprises, all guided by holistic and regenerative land-management principles.

Jayce earned a degree in Animal Science from Montana State University in 2016 before returning home to continue the legacy of Black Leg Ranch, which was founded in 1882 by his great-great-grandfather. Today, Jayce represents the next generation of ranchers committed to strengthening both the land and the rural community.

The ranch supports a wide range of integrated enterprises, including cow-calf and yearling cattle operations, custom grazing, bison production, and cover crop systems. In addition, the family operates Rolling Plains Adventures, a hunting outfitting business; Black Leg Events, an agri-tourism venue; Black Leg Brewery; and Black Leg Meats, which offers grass-finished beef and bison certified through the Audubon Conservation Bird Friendly Program.

Jayce, along with his father and two brothers, has pursued extensive education in holistic management, participating in training and workshops that shape decision-making across every enterprise. These principles are applied to improve soil health, increase biodiversity, and enhance long-term profitability while restoring ecosystem function.

Passionate about regenerative agriculture, Jayce is dedicated to rebuilding natural resources, capturing and storing carbon, supporting wildlife habitat, and producing nutrient-dense, healthy food for consumers. He is especially focused on sharing a young producer’s perspective, helping others who are beginning their journey in holistic management and regenerative ranching.

Tyson Foods has agreed to pay $82.5 million to resolve a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging the company conspired to inflate U.S. beef prices by intentionally restricting supply. The settlement was disclosed Wednesday in a filing with the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota, marking a significant development in ongoing litigation targeting major beef producers.

The lawsuit was brought on behalf of grocery stores, food distributors, and other direct purchasers of beef products, who claimed Tyson Foods and other large meatpacking companies coordinated production cuts to drive up prices. According to the plaintiffs, the alleged conspiracy affected boxed beef and retail-ready beef cuts sold between 2015 and 2022, a period marked by rising beef prices across the supply chain.

Attorneys representing the plaintiffs stated they are currently finalizing the settlement agreement and expect to submit it to the court for approval. If approved, the settlement would compensate businesses that purchased beef directly from Tyson during the alleged price-fixing period, while Tyson Foods continues to deny wrongdoing.

Reference: 

https://meatingplace.com/tyson-reaches-multi-million-dollar-deal-with-direct-beef-buyers/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_cid=1103020073&utm_campaign=MTGMCD260104003&utm_date=20260105-0315

Ozarks Regional Stockyard in West Plains, Missouri kicked off 2026 with a historic start, delivering one of the highest-priced cattle sales ever recorded at the barn. The January 2 Special Pre-Vac Sale shattered expectations, setting 28 new all-time price records and establishing unprecedented highs across multiple weight classes.

The spotlight was firmly on 5-weight steers, which dominated the sale and rewrote the record books. Eight of the top 10 highest prices in Ozarks Regional history came from this weight class, led by 19 head averaging 521 pounds selling for $515.00 and 10 head at 516 pounds bringing $505.00—marking the first time 5-weight calves have ever surpassed the $500 mark at the barn.

4-weight steers were equally impressive, with top prices reaching $585.00 and $570.00, securing six of the top 10 all-time sales in that category. Momentum carried into the 6-weight class, where 14 head at 603 pounds sold for $450.00 and 25 head at 631 pounds brought $445.00, contributing to seven new record highs.

The record-breaking trend continued with 7-weight steers, as 14 head at 700 pounds sold for $404.00, officially crossing the $400 threshold for the first time in barn history. Even 8-weights posted standout results, with 65 head at 809 pounds bringing $369.50, ranking fourth highest all time.

From lightweight calves to heavy feeders, the January 2 sale underscored the strength of the cattle market and solidified Ozarks Regional Stockyard’s reputation as a leader in high-performing livestock auctions. By any measure, this sale will be remembered as one of the best to ever hit the ring in West Plains.

Jayce Doan – Black Leg Ranch

https://www.blacklegranch.com/

Follow on Facebook: @BlackLegRanch

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/

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.

The latest detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Mexico is the nearest case yet to the U.S. border.

According to reports from Mexico’s National Service of Agro-Alimentary Public Health, Safety, and Quality (confirmed by the Texas Department of Agriculture), NWS was identified on Dec. 27 in a six-day-old calf in Tamaulipas, a Mexican state that is 197 miles (about 3.5 hours) from the border. This is the northernmost detection of NWS.

Since May 2025, U.S. imports of Mexican cattle have been halted, and USDA officials have met with their Mexican counterparts about eventually resuming trade. In December, Mexican government officials detailed their own efforts to contain NWS, which surpassed $65 million across various initiatives.

REFERENCES:

https://meatingplace.com/new-world-screwworm-detected-mere-hours-from-us-mexico-border/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_cid=1103020073&utm_campaign=MTGMCD260101003&utm_date=20260101-1300

The U.S. cattle market opened the New Year with unprecedented strength as Joplin Regional Stockyards (Carthage, Missouri) and Sioux Falls Regional Livestock (Worthing, South Dakota) delivered historic sales on January 5, rewriting the record books and signaling extraordinary momentum in the feeder cattle and calf markets.

Joplin Regional Stockyards launched the year with the hottest calf market in its history, posting an all-time best calf sale and shattering 19 barn records in a single day. In an unprecedented performance, the barn established new all-time highs across 3-, 4-, 5-, and 6-weight calves, making this sale one of the most significant feeder cattle events ever recorded at the facility.

The 5-weight division dominated the market and delivered the strongest performance the barn has ever seen:

This sale now stands as the best 5-weight calf market in Joplin history.

The historic momentum extended across every weight class:

With records falling in every category, Joplin Regional Stockyards opened 2026 with a landmark sale that will be remembered as the strongest calf market in barn history.

Not to be outdone, Sioux Falls Regional Livestock in Worthing, South Dakota, kicked off the year with a barn-burner feeder cattle sale on January 5, setting 16 new barn records and posting some of the most impressive steer prices ever seen at the facility.

The sale featured exceptional demand for heavier cattle:

REFERENCE:

https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/clara-live-jan-6

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

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

https://jorgensenfarms.com/

@JorLandCat

Ranch Channel

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

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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

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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 hear the top new year's resolutions for those of us that live at the end of dirt roads.  Plus record setting land and cattle prices from 2025, new additions to the program and where the price of retail beef ended the year all wrapped into this 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.

We all need to have resolutions for the new year!  But what about the ranchers?  Here is our list for 2026:

Thou shall finally return the borrowed farm equipment

Thou shall keep better records, because apparently, a general sense of where the cows are doesn’t count as inventory management.

Thou shall reduce shouting by 50% while working cattle with the misses

Thou shall check the air in the trailer tires before using it.  

Thou shall confirm hand signals before backing up to any implement or trailer with the misses

Thou shall make sure all ear tags will be legible and if I can’t make them legible, I will assign the task to someone that can write legible.  

Thou shall fill all fuel tanks on vehicles when they are down to ¼ tank.

Thou shall not assume that everyone that helps sort cows knows exactly what I mean when I shout the black one when 253 of them are black.  

Thou shall take the batteries out of the hot shot before working cattle of any kind.  

Thou shall remember that everytime working with dogs, horses and animals of any kind at any time is a training opportunity and bad behavior is always rewarded with bad behavior.

Thou shall realize that the neighbor is not out to “one up me on everything”.  If they want to get that new truck, let them and be happy for them.  

2025 was quite a year, depending on which side of the fence you were on per say.  Records being set in the beef arena of course.  Get this out.  Did you hear of the record $32,000 per acre land sale that took place in early December in Iowa?  Yeah, in Sioux County, near Orange City Iowa, 35.51 acres.  Brownfield’s Brent Barnett interviewed Jim Rothermich, the vice president of Iowa Appraisal on the sale and the details.  

Reference: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/news/northwest-iowa-farmland-sells-for-32k-per-acre/

The highest prices ever paid for 800–899 lb steers are concentrated entirely in the months of September and October, reflecting a historically strong fall market. Valentine Livestock Auction accounts for five of the top ten sales, underscoring its outsized role in setting record values in this weight class. Nebraska dominates the list overall, hosting eight of the ten highest-priced sales. Four sales reached or exceeded the $400.00 per hundredweight threshold, marking an unprecedented level for 8-weight steers. Pratt Livestock Auction stands as the only market from Kansas to appear among these records, while Hub City Livestock Auction is the sole representative from South Dakota, further highlighting the regional concentration of these historic prices.

Highest Prices Paid for 800–899 lb Steers in U.S. History

(1)  Valentine Livestock Auction  (Valentine, NE) — 68 head, 803 lb average — $408.50/cwt — September 4, 2025

(2)  Crawford Livestock Market (Crawford, Nebraska) — 72 head, 814 lb average — $401.00/cwt — October 3, 2025

(3)  Pratt Livestock Auction (Pratt, Kansas) — 109 head, 802 lb average — $400.50/cwt — October 16, 2025

(4)  Valentine Livestock Auction (Valentine, NE) — 129 head, 832 lb average — $400.00/cwt — October 13, 2025

(5)  Valentine Livestock Auction (Valentine, NE) — 66 head, 847 lb average — $399.00/cwt — September 4, 2025

(6)  Valentine Livestock Auction (Valentine, NE) — 63 head, 810 lb average — $399.00/cwt — September 4, 2025

(7)  Valentine Livestock Auction (Valentine, NE) — 118 head, 821 lb average — $395.50/cwt — October 13, 2025

(8) Hub City Livestock Auction (Aberdeen, South Dakota) — 72 head, 860 lb average — $395.25/cwt — October 22, 2025

(9)  Bassett Livestock Auction (Bassett, Nebraska) — 31 head, 812 lb average — $395.00/cwt — October 15, 2025

(10)  Ogallala Livestock Auction (Ogallala, Nebraska) — 15 head, 813 lb average — $395.00/cwt — October 16, 2025

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 114 DETAILS

The global cultivated meat sector lost a major player this month with the closing of the Dutch-based cultivated meat start-up Meatable.

Founded in 2018, the company used a specific strain of pluripotent stem cells as it sought to produce pork sausages and dumplings through a system that sped up the conversion of stem cells into fat and muscle.

Meatable had aimed to become “a raw material supplier or vendor to a meat company.

Meatable was unable to raise additional funding. Meatable’s closure follows the recent demise of Believer Meats and a shift in growth prospects for similar companies like GOOD Meat and UPSIDE Foods.

As of late 2025, Alabama, Florida, Indiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and Texas have passed laws banning or restricting the sale, manufacturing, and distribution of cultivated (cell-cultured) meat, with bans varying in scope and duration, though some are temporary and face legal challenges.

Although the announcements from the companies spoke to “unforeseeable risks and uncertainties” and “difficult” decisions, Meatingplace coverage over the years featured critical voices that correctly anticipated the fates of Believer, Meatable and others.

REFERENCES:

https://meatingplace.com/cultivated-meat-business-folds-after-funding-challenge/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_cid=1103020073&utm_campaign=MTGMCD251226005&utm_date=20251227-0630

https://meatingplace.com/as-cultivated-meat-firms-crumble-warning-signs-were-long-apparent/

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

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

https://jorgensenfarms.com/

@JorLandCat

Ranch Channel

https://ranchchannel.com/

@RanchChannel

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

Or email [email protected]

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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 recap some of the most talked about and controversial management practices to hit 2025.  Plus, hear the latest market reports, and more of the cow stuff on this recapping 2025 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.

The concept of virtual fencing was one of the most popular management practices talked about this past year.  But do the benefits of implementing such a practice outweigh the costs associated with this new and popular technology!

Featured Guest:

Gary Tiller, Vence Virtual Fence By Merck Animal Health

https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/hub/vence/

Follow On Facebook: @VenceFence

One of the more controversial topics of 2025 when looking at management practices has been electronic I.D. tags in cattle.  Many producers wonder who is going to have to pay for the cost of the upgrade in identification systems and can the costs be worth the practice.  

Featured Guest:

David McElhaney - Merck Animal Health

https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/

Follow On Facebook: @MerckAnimalHealth

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.

U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, has reintroduced the Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety (HAULS) Act, legislation aimed at strengthening the transportation system that supports America’s farmers, ranchers, and agricultural supply chains.

The HAULS Act addresses longstanding challenges faced by agricultural and livestock haulers, particularly those related to federal hours-of-service (HOS) regulations. By modernizing these rules, the bill seeks to improve safety, flexibility, and efficiency across the agriculture transportation industry.

Key Provisions of the HAULS Act

The legislation includes several critical updates designed to better reflect real-world agricultural operations:

REFERENCE: https://www.tsln.com/news/fischer-reintroduces-haulers-bill/

Kist Livestock hosted their final bred heifer & bred cow sale for 2025.  Bred heifers ranged from $3,500 to $4,050 per head and bred cows ranged from $2,650 to $4,375.  Full report listed below:

FULL REPORT HERE: https://kistlivestockauction.com/12-20-2025-stock-cow-and-bred-heifer-market-report/

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

Jorgensen Land & Cattle

https://jorgensenfarms.com/

@JorLandCat

Ranch Channel

https://ranchchannel.com/

@RanchChannel

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

Or email [email protected]

FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow

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Website: RanchItUpShow.com

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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 their crew as they recap the past year.  Up and down in the cow business but glad to say more ups than downs.  Plus, hear the latest market recaps, how you can score some ranch it up swag one last time here 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.

2025 proved that the New World Screwworm was a serious issue pressing on the U.S. cattle industry.  It has been moving northward since 2023, spreading from Panama to Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico.  

Featured Guest:

Dr. Harold Newcomb, DVM, Merck Animal Health

https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/

Follow On Facebook: @MerckAnimalHealth

When you manage a cattle operation, it can feel like the burden of every decision rests on your shoulders. A Synovex® beef implant program from Zoetis Animal Health can offer some relief. Whether you manage a cow/calf, dry lot, pasture, stocker or feedlot operation, there’s a Synovex implant to elevate cattle performance and help you market the high-quality beef consumers demand.

Featured Guest:

Bryan Bernhard, Zoetis Animal Health

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

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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/

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Historically, this time of year we see lots of movement of bred heifers and cows.  Ogallala Livestock in Ogallala, Nebraska sold bred heifers and cows sold extremely well on Monday, December 15th.  Click Here for a market report.

A group of meat thieves got an early-morning surprise in Philadelphia when a truck driver chased them off with a baseball bat. Kurt Landry told WPVI he was fast asleep outside Quaker Valley Foods when noise at two a.m. woke him up. He peeked out to find masked suspects unloading four pallets of meat. Landry grabbed a bat, and the thieves scattered. He was hauling a Tyson Foods delivery from Nebraska.

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