That Ranching Podcast

What if you could increase your carrying capacity by 20% without buying more land? In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, Trevor Greenfield, Daryl Paskewitz, and Twain break down one of the biggest profit levers most ranchers overlook: forage efficiency.

Most producers focus on weaning weights and conception rates — and those matter — but the real question is: What’s the limiting factor in your operation?

The guys discuss - Increasing carrying capacity - Running more cows on the same acres - Feed and forage efficiency - Drought resilience - Riomax and Rhyzogreen results

If you could pull 20 more calves off the same land base… what would that mean for your ranch?

What causes foot rot, pink eye, pneumonia, and summer sickness in cattle? In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, Trevor Greenfield and Daryl Paskewitz break down the hidden nutritional deficiencies behind herd health problems — and why treating sick calves is only part of the cost.

The scary part? For every calf you treat, there could be seven more subclinical and underperforming.

They dive into:

Summer pneumonia & immune health Foot rot and pink eye prevention Why mineral deficiencies matter The hidden performance loss most ranchers never see Bioavailable minerals vs cheap mineral programs How Riomax helps cattle perform from the inside out

This episode is all about prevention, performance, and giving cattle the best chance to thrive all summer long.

Healthy herds don’t happen by accident.

What if the key to a more profitable ranch starts underground?

In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, Daryl Paskewitz and Twain Manning break down the connection between soil health, rumen health, and ranch profitability.

The same microbes that help cows unlock nutrients in the rumen also play a massive role in unlocking nutrients in the soil. Healthier soil can mean better forage production, improved grazing efficiency, and lower feed costs.

In this episode, we discuss:

How Riomax users report 15–30% forage savings Why soil biology impacts pasture and hay production The connection between healthy soil and healthy cattle Rio Nutrition’s Q50 mission for improving ranch efficiency Practical ways ranchers can increase profitability naturally

If you're interested in cattle nutrition, grazing management, soil health, and ranch profitability, this episode is for you.

Summer decisions can make—or break—your bottom line.

In Episode 16, we tackle the loose mineral vs. tub debate and what it really means for your cattle and your operation. From reducing waste and eliminating inconsistent intake to improving rumen health and forage utilization, this conversation gets into the details that actually move the needle.

We break down how better supplementation can lead to:

More consistent nutrition

Because when you zoom out, it’s not about saving a few bucks upfront—it’s about investing where you get the biggest return per cow.

In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, we sit down to unpack a common question: can a “breeding tub” really improve conception rates? The conversation highlights why success during breeding season actually starts 60–90 days before bull turnout, and why it’s tough to diagnose issues months after the fact. We explore how Riomax supports fertility through highly bioavailable minerals and improved digestion—helping cows get more out of what they’re already eating. The key takeaway: it’s not a quick fix, but a year-round nutritional approach that leads to tighter calving windows, fewer open cows, and better overall herd performance.

Nothing frustrates ranchers more than seeing cows bunched up in the corner—and flies are usually to blame. In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, we break down the real cost of fly pressure, from lost weaning weights and lower milk production to reduced conception rates and overall herd stress. The truth? There’s no silver bullet for fly control—but there are smarter ways to manage it.

We dive into practical strategies, including why repelling flies can be more effective than trying to eliminate them, and how improving cow comfort lets your herd get back to grazing, breeding, and performing. Plus, we explore how nutrition, immune health, and even natural ingredients play a role in keeping flies from becoming a full-blown problem.

Bottom line: fewer stressed cows means better performance—and that starts with keeping flies in check.

On this week’s episode of That Ranching Podcast, we’re digging into a hard truth...

What if up to 50% of your fertilizer isn’t even being used, but you're still paying for it?

It’s not about adding more fertilizer… it’s about biology. Plants rely on soil microbes to unlock and move nutrients, and without them, a lot of what you’ve already paid for stays tied up in the soil.

We break down how feeding those microbes can unlock nutrients from this year—and years past—so you can start getting more out of every dollar you spend.

Do you really need a high-mag mineral during grass tetany season… or is there more to the story?

In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, the crew breaks down one of the most talked-about spring challenges in the cattle industry—grass tetany—and uncovers what’s actually happening inside the cow. While magnesium often gets all the attention, the real issue may start with something much simpler: sodium.

They dive into:

Why grass tetany happens so fast—and can turn fatal The hidden role of potassium, nitrates, and sodium imbalance Why salt might be your most overlooked (and affordable) tool The difference between proactive vs. reactive mineral programs How to set your herd up before problems show up

If you’ve ever questioned your mineral program or felt like you’re just reacting every spring, this episode offers a practical, science-backed perspective—without the fluff.

Because at the end of the day… the cow is the judge.

You’ve spent years—maybe generations—building your herd and investing in top-tier genetics. But what if those genetics aren’t actually showing up where it counts?

In this episode of That Ranching Podcast, Twain, Trevor, and Daryl sit down around the kitchen table to talk about one of the most overlooked profit drivers in the cow-calf business: unlocking the genetic potential you already paid for.

From missed gains in weaning weights to underperforming calves, the crew breaks down how nutritional gaps—not genetics—are often the real bottleneck. They dig into real-world examples, including side-by-side comparisons of cattle raised on different nutrition programs, and how early development (even in utero) can shape lifetime performance.

You’ll hear:

Why expensive bulls don’t guarantee better results How nutrition directly impacts genetic expression and feed efficiency The long-term power of fetal programming When to start optimizing your herd (hint: sooner than you think) A real story of a breeder hitting 1,000 lb weaning weights—without changing genetics

If you’re looking to get more pounds, more performance, and more profit out of the cattle you already own, this one’s worth a listen.

Because at the end of the day—you can’t afford to leave genetic potential on the table.

What if improving your soil worked the same way as improving your cattle’s digestion?

In this episode, we break down the science behind Rhyzogreen—how a simple foliar application feeds native soil microbes, unlocks tied-up nutrients, and drives real production gains. No added biology. No gimmicks. Just activating what’s already in your ground.

We connect the dots between soil health and cattle efficiency, showing how the same microbial principles behind Riomax can boost forage yield, maintain (or even improve) feed quality, and ultimately put more money back in your pocket.

With real numbers, third-party data, and ranch-tested results, we answer the big question: Does it actually pay for itself? (Hint: in many cases, yes—within year one.)

If you're tired of pouring money into fertilizer without seeing results—or you're chasing more efficiency out of every acre—this episode lays out a practical, no-nonsense approach to getting more from your land.

More production. Better efficiency. Stronger soil.