Cattleman U Podcast

Listen to Providing Longevity for Commercial Cattlemen with Tierra Kessler Duke on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts     Today on the show, we spoke with 2nd generation rancher Tierra Kessler Duke. Tierra shares what it’s like to work on the family ranch alongside her dad, selling purebred Angus bulls in the Pacific Northwest. We touch on a number of topics from cattle industr...

Listen to Being a Flower Farmer in a World Full of Potato Farmers with Kylie Eilers on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts     Today on the show, we engaged with mom, wife, and rural entrepreneur, Kylie Eilers. Kylie is the face behind Gray Girl Farms, and tells us first hand what it was like to start a rare farm business without the generations of infrastructure. She dives into...

Listen to A Heart Set on Ranching with Kirsten Robinson on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Today on the show, we talked with first generation rancher and Ohio native Kirsten Robinson. She dives into what it was like to move out West to chase her ranch life dreams, and all the wonderful things she learned along the way. Being first generation has its ups and downs, and we g...

Listen to The Art Behind Building an Intentional Life with Emily Reuschel on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Today on the show, we discuss everything from proper goal setting, to empowering the next generation with our guest Emily Reuschel. Emily is a farmer’s wife, mom of two, entrepreneur, sought-after motivational speaker, podcast host, and the leader of retreats and ma...

Listen to A Life Dedicated to Ranching with Laura Hicks on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Today on the show, we talked with long time cattle rancher, Laura Hicks. Listen as she shares her valuable wisdom and insight as a woman who has dedicated her life to ranching. This conversation dives into what it was like to start a cow/calf operation from scratch alongside her fami...

Listen to Seizing Opportunity with Sara Shivers on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Today on the show, we talk about the beast that is building a direct to consumer business, and benefitting from all the opportunities it has to offer. Our guest, Sara Shivers, discusses the advantages of value added programs, as well as all the dynamics that go along with them. This conversa...

Listen to Embracing Family Dynamics on the Farm with Chelsey Erdmann: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Today on the show, we talk about integrating family and children with the farm and ranch business. 6th generational farmer and rancher Chelsey Erdmann gives us her take on incorporating these family dynamics into everyday life on their place in east central North Dakota. Ch...

Today on the podcast we have a special guest, Mary Pat “MP” Sass. MP is a highlight speaker in the Cattleman U membership in January and we wanted to have her on the podcast to give listeners an idea of the quality of speakers inside of the membership along with a sneak peek at the kind of conversations and topics we cover.   In this episode, we cover:  The challenges and opportunities of farming...

Cattleman U Director Jordyn Woodburn is back in this episode of the podcast to help answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the Cattleman U Membership. If you have any questions or concerns about joining Cattleman U, this episode is for you!    In this episode on Cattleman U Membership, we cover:  Membership 101: How to join Cattleman U What topics and speakers you will have acces...

Today on the show, our guest, and Cattleman U Director Jordyn Woodburn gives us insight on why to join Cattleman U and the highlights of major upcoming benefits that membership has. Exciting things are happening in 2023 and we want you to join us!   In this episode on Cattleman U Membership, we cover:  The vision and mission behind Cattleman U and how it is evolving The 3 tiers of Cattleman U memb...

On today’s episode, we’re talking all about Ranch Camp. Ranch Camp is a hands-on camp for women to learn all of the things that they’re expected to know, but are never taught! It’s a non-judgmental space for women to learn ranch skills such as:  Cattle handling Cattle health  Operating basic equipment Cattle processing Handling calving challenges And more!    Spots for Ranch Camp will open up to C...

In today’s episode, we have something a little different for you! This episode is actually a teaser for what you can find in Cattleman U Membership!   Each month in Cattleman U Membership we have what we call The Profit Panel which is our live Q&A with the speakers in the monthly section. This episode is a recording from February 2022 when we covered the cattle markets. You will hear from ShayLe S...

On today’s episode, I chat with Lexi Wright as she shares her candid thoughts as a 1st generation farmer. We dive into a wide range of topics such as time management, legacy, and motherhood.   Lexi is the Head of Marketing at KRose Company and is an integral part of the business. She was born and raised in the heart of production agriculture in Kansas. With experience in leadership development, ma...

On today’s episode, we have Jared Hardy and Tyler Hohenstein from Lutz on the show.  Lutz is a business solutions firm located in Nebraska. They invest in long term partnerships with farmers and agribusiness owners. Lutz has extensive experience in the agricultural industry and provides accounting, financial, technology, and staffing solutions tailored to you.    In this episode, we cover:  The le...

I’ve been watching several bred cow sales and it got me thinking about the cattle markets. So I wanted to have a conversation today about a few of my thoughts on how to prepare for opportunities in the cattle markets.    In this episode, we cover:  Why the bred cow market is so soft  The 10 year bell curve of the markets Ways to optimize the upcoming market and ensure you’re setting yourself up fo...

On today’s episode, we talk to Doug Bean about putting technology to work on your operation and the value and efficiencies it can add.    Doug Bean is the Operations Manager at Noland Cattle Company in Lyons Colorado. He was born and raised in the great state of Kansas and comes from generations of farmers and ranchers that continue to work the land there. He has one wife and three kids and is sti...

On today’s episode, our guest Dr. Lauren Lewis Cline gives great insight about effective leadership in rural communities.    In this episode, we cover:  What’s involved in an Ag Leadership program  Reasons we need more leaders in rural communities and agriculture  Ways we can become better leaders  How the Enneagram can be used as a tool to relate to others  Tips on connecting with other people, u...

Today we’re doing something a little different on the podcast. With such a busy week this week, and extra time spent with loved ones, we wanted to do a quicker episode. I’m going to answer some questions I’ve received lately, specifically, questions about cattle buying.    In this cattle buying Q&A, the questions I’ll be answering are:  Are auctions catering to buyers and letting you pick and choo...

On today’s episode, teammates Karoline and Grayson talk all about marketing tips and tricks for seedstock producers. Whether you sell by production sale or private treaty, you’ll get several key takeaways and marketing ideas that you can implement into your own business.    In this episode, we cover:  The importance of implementing digital marketing such as social media marketing, social media ads...

Today on the show, our guest Jeff Kaprelian gives us insight on how to manage the margin. Jeff is the founder and CEO of Kapco Futures, Inc. which focuses on risk management strategies for cattle producers and others in Ag using data and analytics.    In this episode on how to manage the margin, we cover:  Identifying risk and mitigating it If you’re in agriculture, the markets are part of your jo...

Today on the show, our guest Eric Drees gives us tips on getting the most value out of your calves at the sale barn. With many years of experience as a lead auctioneer and assistant manager, Eric provides a lot of knowledge, perspective, and insight on this topic.   In this episode of, we cover:  The importance of communication and relationship between the producer and their market of choice Plann...

On today’s episode, teammates Karoline and Jordyn chat about all things Cattleman U, specifically how Cattleman U empowers ranching women.    In this episode about how cattleman u empowers ranching women, we cover:  The vision and mission behind Cattleman U and how it has evolved  The 4 ways to be involved with Cattleman U and the value each piece provides  The crucial impact women have on an oper...

Today I had the honor of visiting with Nic De Castro about generating profitable income from your land. Nic explains the value and the process of LandTrust and how their mission is to help landowners - specifically producers - be successful.    Nic De Castro is an entrepreneur based in Bozeman, Montana. He's the founder LandTrust, the leading Recreation Access Network, that opens up outdoor recrea...

On today’s episode, join me as I dive into what's been fascinating me and frustrating me in the cattle industry. I’ll share what's been on my heart and mind lately as far as things that don’t make sense to me and my take on them.   In this episode, we cover:  How you must treat your ranch as a business The importance of having multiple streams of income Making intentional decisions for your operat...

Today’s guest on the podcast is Caroline Nelson and we’re talking all about how you should start before you’re ready. Caroline has really started her business from the ground up and shares her incredible knowledge and passion in the industry.    Caroline Nelson is a sheep and cattle rancher in Townsend, MT. She and her husband Justin started Little Creek Lamb + Beef in 2018 to offer direct to cons...