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In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and John Campbell discuss the current state of the cattle market, focusing on auction insights, buyer preferences, and the factors influencing cattle sales. John shares his optimistic outlook for the fall market, emphasizing the importance of quality and condition in cattle sales. The conversation also highlights the role of auction ope...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Gary Lezak discuss the current weather patterns affecting the Midwest, particularly focusing on the implications for farmers and ranchers. They delve into the upcoming weather changes, including a significant cold front, and provide insights into the hurricane season, emphasizing the accuracy of their predictions. The conversation a...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold discuss the current state of the commodities markets, focusing on the cattle market. They explore the lack of significant movement in the market, the concept of open interest in trading, and the implications of consumer demand on market trends. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by traders and producers, as...

In this episode, Lauren Moylan and Paige Harding discuss the critical aspects of estate planning, particularly focusing on protecting family land. They explore the importance of keeping land within the family, the tools available for effective estate planning such as trusts and LLCs, and the emotional dynamics involved in distributing family assets. The conversation emphasizes the need for proacti...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, host Lauren Moylan interviews Ellington Peek, a recently inducted member of the Cattle Marketing Hall of Fame. The conversation explores Ellington's extensive career in the cattle industry, his early beginnings, memorable experiences, and the legacy he aims to leave for future generations. Ellington reflects on the importance of family in his lif...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, host Lauren Moylan interviews John Rodgers, a prominent figure in the livestock marketing industry and recent inductee into the Cattle Marketing Hall of Fame. John shares his journey from selling his first drop calf at age 12 to founding the Western Video Market, which revolutionized cattle auctions through video technology. He reflects on the mentor...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan welcomes back Gary Lezak from Weather 2020 to discuss current weather patterns, including hurricanes and rainfall predictions for the Midwest. They explore the significance of the LRC (Lezak Recurring Cycle) in forecasting weather and how it relates to agricultural planning. The conversation also touches on Gary's impressive mathema...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold discuss the current state of the markets, focusing on cattle, grains, and hogs. They explore the volatility in cattle prices, the impact of USDA reports on feed costs, and the dynamics of retail pricing. The conversation also touches on consumer behavior and the challenges facing the hog market due to disease pressures....

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan welcomes back attorney Paige Harding to discuss the essential aspects of estate planning, particularly focusing on the newly created Estate Planning Essential Information Guide. The conversation highlights the importance of having a practical resource to help families manage their affairs during difficult times, especially in the wake o...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and John Campbell discuss the current state of the cattle market, focusing on animal health and preparation for cattle sales. They explore the importance of vaccination, weaning practices, and the overall health of cattle leading up to the sale. The conversation emphasizes the need for producers to understand market trends and implement...

In this episode, Lauren Moylan discusses the resurgence of the New World Screw Worm (NWS) and the introduction of Swormlure-5, a synthetic bait designed to combat this parasitic threat to livestock. The conversation covers the history of NWS, the science behind Swormlure-5, and the collaborative efforts between Texas agriculture officials and federal agencies to manage this crisis effectively. The...

In this episode, Lauren Moylan and Gary Lezak discuss various weather patterns, predictions for August, and the upcoming hurricane season. They explore the importance of understanding weather cycles, particularly the LRC (Lezak Recurring Cycle), and how it impacts agriculture and daily life. The conversation also touches on the influence of astronomical events on weather patterns and the significa...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold discuss the current state of the cattle, grain, and hog markets. They explore recent trends, market volatility, and the implications for producers. The conversation also touches on risk management strategies, particularly the use of Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) insurance, and the importance of staying informed in a ra...

In this episode, Lauren Moylan and John Campbell discuss the intricacies of bringing cattle to the sale barn, emphasizing the importance of communication, understanding market dynamics, and the need for producers to ask the right questions. They explore how factors like distance, cattle health, and timing can significantly impact sales outcomes. The conversation highlights the necessity of buildin...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan discusses a significant reorganization within the USDA announced by Secretary Brooke Rollins. The changes aim to cut costs, relocate staff closer to agricultural communities, and streamline operations. The USDA's workforce has grown without a corresponding increase in service, leading to a bloated and mismanaged structure. The reorg...

The conversation discusses the newly filed Save Our Bacon Act, which aims to counteract California's Proposition 12 that affects livestock production nationwide. The act seeks to prevent states from imposing regulations on livestock production methods in other states, addressing the economic impact on producers, restaurants, and consumers. The discussion highlights the growing support for the...

In this episode of the Cattle USA Daily podcast, Lauren Moylan and Gary Lezak discuss the latest weather predictions and their implications for agriculture. They delve into the Weather 2020 Dashboard and Global Predictor, emphasizing the importance of timely rains for crops and the shrinking drought conditions. Gary explains the LRC (Lezak Recurring Cycle) and how it allows for accurate long-term...

In this episode, John Campbell shares his experiences from a recent Hall of Fame induction weekend in Dodge City, reflecting on his career as an auctioneer and the significance of community in the cattle industry. He discusses the King of the Ring event, his journey in the auction business, and expresses gratitude for the support he has received throughout his career. Links Watch on Youtube ⁠Cattl...

This episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast discusses the ongoing challenges faced by ranchers in Colorado due to the reintroduction of wolves. It highlights the frustrations of ranchers regarding livestock losses, inadequate compensation, and the need for local solutions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of proactive planning and policy involvement for agriculturalists as wolf managemen...

In this episode, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold discuss the current state of the cattle market, including trends, challenges, and insights into the hog and grain markets. They also touch on recent trade deals and their implications for agriculture. The conversation is filled with casual banter and personal anecdotes, making it both informative and entertaining. Links Watch on Youtube ⁠CattleUSA Ins...

The conversation focuses on the Transporting Livestock Across America Safely Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at reforming the rigid hours of service (HOS) rules that currently govern livestock hauling. The discussion highlights the inefficiencies and dangers posed by existing regulations, which treat all freight equally, regardless of the unique needs of live animals. The new bill proposes extending...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Gary Lezak discuss the current weather patterns, focusing on the 'Ring of Fire' phenomenon and its implications for agriculture and daily life. They explore the impact of the jet stream on weather conditions, the significance of the Global Predictor Pro app for accurate weather forecasting, and personal experiences with weat...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan and Dan Gerhold discuss the current state of the cattle market, including the impact of extreme weather on cattle feeding, record highs in feeder cattle prices, consumer awareness of beef pricing, and the implications of slaughter numbers on market predictions. They also touch on challenges in the grain market and the importance of risk...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan discusses the evolving threat of H5N1, commonly known as bird flu. She highlights recent findings that show the virus is mutating and reassorting, making it harder to contain. The conversation emphasizes the importance of biosecurity measures and staying informed as agricultural producers to combat the challenges posed by this evolving...

In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan discusses the critical issue of agricultural national security, emphasizing the rising foreign ownership of U.S. farmland and its implications for food independence and national security. She highlights the strategic importance of controlling agriculture and the vulnerabilities posed by foreign investments, particularly near military in...