Western Ag Life

Thanks for joining us for another episode of Western Ag Voices! We were fortunate enough to celebrate our 100th episode by having Paul, Dean, and Matt sit down and visit about some of their favorite moments of the podcast so far, and what is ahead. A huge thank you to all of our listeners and sponsors and for your support of the Western Ag Life Podcast!

Welcome to the Western Ag Voices Episode! We had the privilege of hosting Joel Judge last week, and Joel told us about his upbringing in California and his career in the purebred industry. Joel owns and manages The Judge Source, and a part of his business is Judge Sessions, where Joel and his team feature genetically superior, high quality Angus cattle and genetics in the form of embryos and semen.

Joel has an upcoming Judge Session in North Scottsdale, AZ coming up on March 2nd. North Scottsdale is where high end meets ruggedness and the western atmosphere of the Sonoran Desert. For those that attend, any amenity you could imagine is there, and you will still feel miles away from the big city. The saguaros, mountains, and unparalleled views will welcome you in and make you feel at home, just as much as the Angus industry camaraderie you will be immersed in. Come to the Hilton North Scottsdale at Cavasson on March 2nd for an unrivaled destination and a top quality Angus offering!

This episode is brought to you by Sweet Pro Premium Supplements available through Arizona Grain in Casa Grande, AZ. For all of your livestock feeding needs, head to sweetpro.com and check out all of their products for livestock.

Welcome to another Western Ag Voices Episode! We had the privilege of visiting with Jason Hershberger of Congress, AZ. Jason tells us about his career in the show pen and how he has transitioned now to managing the Hershberger Performance Horse Sale in Scottsdale. Their 19th annual sale is quickly approaching, coming up on March 1st at Westworld of Scottsdale. For more information, head to hershbergerhorses.com to see all of the consignments and information.

This episode is brought to you by Hoover Bits & Spurs located in Tucson, AZ. Hoover Bits & Spurs is your best source for handmade, local, and quality bits and spurs. Check out Hoover Bits & Spurs on Facebook and Instagram to see their work!

Steve Friskup joins us again to give us all of the details of his most recent horse sale at Clovis Horse Sales in Levelland, TX. Steve added a working stock dog competition and sale as well. As always, you can check them out at clovishorsesales.com for more information on their upcoming events and auctions. We want to thank Steve for his continued support of the Western Ag Life Podcast.

This episode is brought to you by Caroline Arendt Creative. For all of your social media, marketing, and graphic design needs, Caroline Arendt Creative is ready to help your business thrive. Specializing in marketing for agriculture and equine businesses, Caroline has helped operators all across the country tell their story. Check out her Facebook page or send an email to [email protected] to get in touch.

Welcome to a special feature here on the Western Ag Life featuring Kayla Wilson of the Southeastern Arizona Farm & Ranch Trade Show. Kayla tells us all about the history of the trade show, as well as what it has become today. Not only will there be a tradeshow, but several competitions as well including a Super Tractor Driving Competition and a Super Rancher Competition! Be sure to head to the Willcox Community Center on Wednesday February 14th. The trade show and activities all begin at 9 AM. Head to their Facebook page to view all of vendor information and schedule.

Welcome to another Western Ag Voices Episode! We are proud to bring our listeners an interview with Tina Siemens of the West Texas Living Heritage Museum located in Seminole, TX. Tina's aim is to educate, inspire, and preserve the traditions of living in the West. Tina is offering a multitude of museum exhibits, as well as classes that can allow visitors to go back in time, including canning and quilting.

This episode is brought to you by Clovis Horse Sales. Clovis Horse Sales will have a tremendous lineup of horses in their sale this coming weekend, February 9th and 10th located in Levelland, TX at the Mallet Event Center. Head to clovishorsesales.com or check out their Facebook page to see the catalog and schedule of events.

Welcome to another Western Ag Voices Episode! On this episode, we had the opportunity to visit with Devin Sisk of Muleshoe, TX. Devin was raised in New Braunfels, but now calls the Panhandle home. She served as Miss Rodeo Texas in 2009, where she traveled the country promoting rodeo and agriculture. While in college at Texas A&M, she started her photography business to help pay for rent and entry fees. Upon graduation with her Bachelor of Science in Ag Leadership and Development, Devin decided to take photography full time and hasn't looked back. Her team has grown to over 15 members and they specialize in photographing and marketing large western events like livestock shows, rodeos, and weddings. Aside from photography, Devin and her husband Jed are immersed in their AQHA and cattle operation in the Texas Panhandle and Central New Mexico. They share their love for agriculture with their two children, Sunnie and Ira, and are passionate about promoting and preserving the Western way of life.

This episode is brought to you by the 19th Annual Hershberger Performance Horse Sale, happening March 1st 2024 at WestWorld of Scottsdale. This sale will feature some of the top horses in multiple western disciplines including team roping, calf roping, cutters, reiners, and cow horse. Save the date for March 1st and head to hersbergerhorses.com for more information and to see the consignments.

Welcome to another episode of the Western Ag Voices Episode! On this episode, we had the chance to visit with Dr. Chris Thomsen from Bimeda Animal Health. Dr. Thomsen is a Technical Services Veterinarian with Bimeda, who is a developer and manufacturer of animal health products. With the new changes surrounding antibiotic use, Dr. Thomsen provides us with an update on what producers can do to proactively manage these new rules and how to properly implement them into your operation.

This episode is brought to you by Desert Springs Cattle Company LLC. Desert Springs is owned by one of the Western Ag Voices members, Matt Arendt, and provides cattle marketing and procurement solutions to southwestern producers. If you're in need of cattle marketing assistance or need cattle procured, give Matt a call at 949-351-0212 or send him an email at [email protected].

Welcome to another episode of the Western Ag Voices Podcast! On this episode, we had the privilege of hosting Seth Joel and Charlie Holland on the podcast. Seth and Charlie are Los Angeles based photographers who have made a name for themselves in the Western industry by creating and publishing the "Ranch Raised Kids" series which has documented young men and women growing up in agriculture in several Western States including California, Arizona, and New Mexico. Seth and Charlie bring a unique perspective being from an urban area, and they tell us how that has helped them to be successful in this project but also how they have been able to share the western way of life with those not as familiar.

Welcome to another Western Ag Voices Episode! We were fortunate enough to visit with Gordy Alderson, a bit and spur maker originally from Arizona and now hanging his hat in North Texas. Gordy's work can be seen in all western disciplines and is featured by many top rodeo athletes as well. Gordy tells us about his upbringing, rodeo career, and his current business.

This episode is brought to you by the 19th Annual Hershberger Performance Horse Sale. Join them on March 1st at WestWorld in Scottsdale for their 19th annual horse sale. There will be 100 horses consigned and as a buyer, you will have the opportunity to bid on and buy some of the best performance horses in the country. Horses are consigned from top trainers from both the US and Canada. For more info, head to hershbergerhorses.com to view the consignments.