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Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (MCOOL) is once again one of the most talked-about topics in the cattle industry, with producers debating whether it would strengthen the U.S. beef industry or create unintended challenges throughout the supply chain. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren invites Samantha Cozza-Wright back on with the latest cattle market update before diving...

Young people aren't the problem. In fact, they're showing up every day with passion, work ethic, and a desire to build a future in agriculture. The real question is whether the industry is creating opportunities for them to stay. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren shares an honest conversation about the future of agriculture and what it will take to support the next ge...

Ever wondered what happens after your cull cows leave the farm or how cattle buyers determine what they're worth? In this episode, Lauren sits down with Michael Pilot, a cattle buyer who purchases cull cows directly from producers across the Upper Midwest. Michael shares how he got his start in cattle procurement, what he looks for when evaluating cattle, and how relationships with producers h...

From triple-digit temperatures and lingering drought to harvest conditions and hurricane season, weather continues to play a major role across cattle country. In this episode, Lauren Moylan welcomes back Weather 2020's Gary Lezak to discuss the latest weather patterns impacting producers across the country. Together, they cover the recent heat waves, where meaningful rainfall is falling, what...

Every industry evolves, and the beef industry is no exception. While there are countless things to celebrate about agriculture—from its resilience and innovation to the people who make it all possible—there are also habits and mindsets worth reevaluating. In this solo episode, Lauren Moylan shares eight trends she hopes the beef industry begins to leave behind over the next decade. From resisting...

The cattle market saw no shortage of headlines this week, but once the initial reaction settled, the conversation became much more about the bigger picture. In this episode, Lauren is joined again this week by Samantha Cozza-Wright to break down what happened in the markets, discuss the factors that are actually driving prices, and explain why producers should look beyond a single headline when ev...

Today Lauren explores the difference between legacy and habit, challenging ranch families to ask an important question: Are we passing down wisdom, or simply continuing what we've always done? From ranch culture and family leadership to stewardship, innovation, and preparing the next generation, this episode encourages producers to take an honest look at what they're modeling every day. Wh...

The cattle industry saw one of its biggest headlines of the year as the USDA announced a phased reopening of the southern border to Mexican cattle. In this timely episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan sits down with Samantha Cozza-Wright to break down what the announcement means for producers, how the markets reacted, and why the conversation extends far beyond a single headline....

Grazing on public lands often sparks debate, but in California, innovative partnerships between ranchers, conservation organizations, and public agencies are creating new opportunities for both livestock production and land stewardship. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with Thomas Workman, a California ranch manager, to discuss how his operation works alongside org...

Volatility has become the new normal in today's cattle market, leaving many producers wondering how to make confident marketing decisions in an ever-changing environment. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with Luke Frantz to discuss what effective risk management looks like in today's market, why removing emotion from business decisions is critical, and how producer...

Beef-on-dairy cattle have quickly become one of the most talked about segments of the cattle industry, creating new opportunities for producers. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with Mr. Russell Carrell, beef cattle nutritionist with Livestock Nutrition Center, to discuss how this once overlooked practice has evolved into a valuable part of the U.S. beef supply cha...

After weeks of steep declines in both the feeder and live cattle markets, producers are asking some questions. In today's episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren is joined by Samantha Cozza-Wright once again to break down the latest market rally, discuss whether this week's bounce signals a true turning point or simply a temporary pause, and examine the forces continuing to pressur...

Mr. Jerry Speck dedicated nearly seven decades to serving cattle producers, building relationships, and strengthening one of Nebraska's most respected livestock auction markets. In this special Hall of Fame episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with Jerry's son, Mark Speck, to celebrate the life, values, and legacy of a man who believed every customer deserved the same...

Summer weather has been anything but predictable across cattle country, and producers are already looking ahead to what the rest of the season—and even fall—could bring. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren is joined once again by meteorologist Gary Lezak to separate weather facts from internet hype. They discuss the growing buzz around a possible "Super El Niño," whether it cou...

On this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren welcomes back Allie Fillingim to discuss the management decisions that can make or break a ranching operation. From rotational grazing and regenerative land management to stocking rates, genetics, data collection, and standard operating procedures, Allie shares the practical strategies that have transformed her South Texas ranch. She also ope...

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren is joined by meat scientist Spencer Tindel for a wonderfully insightful conversation that takes listeners from the research lab all the way to the meat counter. Together, they explore how genetics, nutrition, animal handling and food safety influence the quality of beef long before it reaches consumers. They also tackle one of the hottest topics in the...

What if the key to making more money isn't buying more cows, but creating more value from the ones you already own? In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren had a great conversation with direct to consumer beef consultant Jim Kraus to discuss how cattle producers can build profitable farm-to-table beef businesses. Drawing from experience selling beef directly to consumers, Jim s...

Today's episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast dives into a week for the cattle market as Lauren welcomes Samantha Cozza-Wright back to break down the latest market action. From softer cash cattle prices and growing pressure from packers to concerns over plant closures and fall market expectations, the conversation covers the factors influencing today's cattle industry. Lauren and Samanth...

Wildfires don't just threaten fences and pasture but they can have lasting impacts on cattle health, performance, and profitability long after the flames are gone. In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with Dr. Juliana Ranches, Assistant Professor and Beef Extension Specialist at Oregon State University, to discuss groundbreaking research on how wildfire smoke affec...

In this special Hall of Fame edition of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with 2026 Cattle Marketing Hall of Fame inductee Jim Odle, the visionary whose ideas helped transform livestock marketing through the creation of video auctions and what would eventually become Superior Livestock. From humble beginnings sorting cattle in a sale barn after losing his crop to hail, to pioneering o...

What can nearly five decades in the livestock marketing business teach today's cattle producers? In the first episode of our 2026 Cattle Marketing Hall of Fame series, Lauren sits down with Hall of Fame inductee Dwayne Mays to reflect on a remarkable career spanning nearly 50 years in the sale barn. From starting at the bottom to eventually owning one of the nation's most respected livesto...

In today's episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan sits down with feedlot manager and risk management professional Bryson Wright for an honest conversation about what's really happening inside today's cattle market. From managing high-priced feeder cattle and navigating shrinking margins to understanding the feeder cattle index and making disciplined decisions in volatil...

Could virtual fencing become one of the biggest technological advancements in modern ranching? On today's episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with Bridger Talbot to discuss how virtual fencing is transforming the way cattle are managed on a large cow-calf operation in eastern Oregon. Bridger shares how GPS-enabled collars are helping improve grazing management, reduce lab...

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, host Lauren Moylan welcomes Samantha Cozza-Wright to discuss another relatively quiet week in the cattle markets, what producers should expect heading into the second half of July, and why strong feeder cattle demand continues despite softer fat cattle prices. The conversation also explores how the FIFA World Cup is driving international beef demand, the grow...

What does the rest of the summer have in store for cattle country? On this week's episode of the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, meteorologist Gary Lezak joins Lauren Moylan to break down the latest weather trends impacting ranchers and farmers across the country. From drought and wildfire concerns in the West to abundant rainfall across the Corn Belt, Gary explains what producers should be watching...