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In this episode, Kolten sits down with Carter and his wife, Tessa, to talk about the journey that built their operation—from the early days of a family hog farm to developing a premium hay program trusted by cattlemen and horse owners alike. They discuss nutrition, fertility, forage quality, and why investing in better hay has paid dividends in real-world cattle performance.But somewhere along the way, the conversation becomes about much more than agriculture.Carter shares the lessons God taught him through tragedy, ministry, and marriage, including why success can become an idol, how ambition can quietly pull you away from what matters most, and why your greatest ministry isn't your platform—it's your family.Whether you're a rancher, business owner, parent, or someone simply trying to honor God with the life you've been given, this conversation is full of practical wisdom that reaches far beyond the pasture.In this episode:The story behind one of West Texas' premier hay operationsHow premium forage impacts cattle performance and conception ratesWhy quality always beats quantityLessons learned from decades in agricultureMarriage, family, and balancing a demanding lifeThe danger of chasing success at the expense of your homeFinding your God-given callingThe story behind Carter's signature phrase: "Thank You, Lord."If this episode encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs the reminder that the greatest legacy you'll ever build isn't in the field—it's at home.#TheCattleCoach #CattleRanching #RanchLife #CattleIndustry #Faith #Family #Hay #Forage #ShowCattle #CowCalf #ChristianLeadership #Agriculture #BeefCattle #WestTexas #Podcast
By Kolten Thigpen5
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In this episode, Kolten sits down with Carter and his wife, Tessa, to talk about the journey that built their operation—from the early days of a family hog farm to developing a premium hay program trusted by cattlemen and horse owners alike. They discuss nutrition, fertility, forage quality, and why investing in better hay has paid dividends in real-world cattle performance.But somewhere along the way, the conversation becomes about much more than agriculture.Carter shares the lessons God taught him through tragedy, ministry, and marriage, including why success can become an idol, how ambition can quietly pull you away from what matters most, and why your greatest ministry isn't your platform—it's your family.Whether you're a rancher, business owner, parent, or someone simply trying to honor God with the life you've been given, this conversation is full of practical wisdom that reaches far beyond the pasture.In this episode:The story behind one of West Texas' premier hay operationsHow premium forage impacts cattle performance and conception ratesWhy quality always beats quantityLessons learned from decades in agricultureMarriage, family, and balancing a demanding lifeThe danger of chasing success at the expense of your homeFinding your God-given callingThe story behind Carter's signature phrase: "Thank You, Lord."If this episode encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs the reminder that the greatest legacy you'll ever build isn't in the field—it's at home.#TheCattleCoach #CattleRanching #RanchLife #CattleIndustry #Faith #Family #Hay #Forage #ShowCattle #CowCalf #ChristianLeadership #Agriculture #BeefCattle #WestTexas #Podcast

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