From the Pasture with Hired Hand

In this episode of From the Pasture with Hired Hand , we visit with Leslie and Marshall Merritt of Norse Ridge Ranch in Bosque County, Texas. Their Longhorn program is built around three simple words: Therapy, Beauty, and Respect. Leslie and Marshall share how a quick pivot from Angus cattle led to a passion for registered Texas Longhorns and discuss the peace they find spending time with their he...

In this episode of From the Pasture with Hired Hand , we visit with Nik Nikodym of Commanders Place Longhorns to preview his upcoming Online Production Sale, taking place July 1–6 exclusively on Hired Hand Live. Nick shares what buyers can expect from this year's offering, including the quality genetics and cattle that have made Commanders Place Longhorns a respected program. We discuss the c...

Join us for this week's Monday Mini as we recap all the excitement from the 5th Annual Oregon Trail Sale held this past weekend in Dundee, Oregon. We'll break down the sale highlights, top sellers, sale averages, and standout consignments, along with a look back at the Futurity of the West and the memorable weekend hosted by Amelia and Scott Picker and the Northwest Longhorn Association....

In this episode, we visit with Amelia and Scott Picker of A&S Cattle, hosts of this weekend’s Oregon Trail Sale on June 27th in Oregon. We talk about the cattle consigned, the weekend’s lineup of events, and what makes this sale such a standout destination for breeders and Longhorn enthusiasts alike. From the Futurity of the West to cattle viewing, great food, and plenty of Pacific Northwest h...

In this episode, we sit down with Luke and Dave Pine of Pine Brothers Longhorns to talk about the role of intention in building a program. What began in 2013 with empty barns, open pastures, and a few curious kids quickly grew into a purposeful Texas Longhorn operation focused on quality, color, horn, and continual improvement. We discuss the meaning behind their breeding philosophy, how their pro...

This week’s Monday Mini recaps the Midwest Texas Longhorn Association Sale held this past weekend in Marysville, Kansas. We cover the top-selling lots, sale highlights, and where buyer interest showed up strongest throughout the event. From standout consignments to overall sale trends, this quick recap gives you the key moments and takeaways from the weekend. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with...

In this episode, we visit with sale host Justin Rombeck about the upcoming Midwest Texas Longhorn Association Sale on June 13th in Marysville, Kansas. We talk about the strong set of consignments, the quality genetics being offered, and what makes this event more than just a sale—from special awards and the new youth program to the community partnerships and activities planned around the event. Tu...

This week’s Monday Mini recaps the Appalachian Trail Sale held this past weekend. We cover the top-selling lots, sale highlights, and where buyer interest showed up strongest throughout the event. From standout consignments to overall sale trends, this quick recap gives you a look at the key moments and takeaways from the weekend. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websi...

In this episode, we visit with sale hosts Nelson Hearn and Adrianna Norris of Nel-Tam Longhorns ahead of the Appalachian Trail Sale, coming June 5th and 6th to Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania, at the Lebanon Valley Livestock Auction. We talk about the growth of the Appalachian Trail Sale, the strength of longhorn breeders across the East Coast, and the opportunities this event creates for breeders to...

Fresh off the weekend in the Fort Worth Stockyards, we’re back with a quick Monday Mini recap of the Longhorn Sale held Friday and Saturday in Ft. Worth. From the Heifer Sale on Friday to the Cow Sale on Saturday, it was a big two days—and a major highlight: the highest-selling Animal of the Year was auctioned off this weekend. Tune in for a few standout moments and a quick thank-you to everyone w...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Guy and Charlotte Cote of Cote Cattle Company in Granby, Massachusetts—and it’s a meaningful one, because their story isn’t just about starting a farm. It’s about bringing one back to life. Charlotte’s family has owned the property since the 1940s, when her grandparents first established it. Over time, the land grew quiet—no barns, no animals, no daily rhythms...

In this sale preview episode, we’re headed to the Fort Worth Stockyards Longhorn Auction and visiting with Bill Hudson of Hudson Longhorns. Bill shares his journey into the Longhorn industry—getting started in 2003—and what it means to be in his 21st year hosting a Longhorn sale. We break down the weekend schedule in Fort Worth: Friday, May 22 kicks off with the Heifer Sale, followed by the Cow Sa...

Fresh off a great weekend in Murdo, South Dakota, we’re back with a quick Monday Mini recap of the Pride of the Prairie Futurity & Production Sale. The weekend kicked off with the Futurity on Saturday morning, followed by awards, and then the Production Sale later that day—bringing Longhorn folks together for a full day of competition, conversation, and bidding. In this mini episode, we’ll sha...

In this episode, we sit down with Peter Sheppard and his daughter Heather Sheppard-Lunn of Sheppard Farm on Apple Hill in south-central Pennsylvania as they look ahead to a milestone 50th anniversary celebration. Peter shares how the fold began in 1976 with just six cows and one bull—and how decades of intentional breeding built a program centered on traditional Scottish Highland standards, calvin...

Founded in 2018, Montgomery Sky Farm is 50 acres of purpose, passion, and possibility in Western North Carolina—an expression of intentional living where regenerative farming and private dining experiences come together to honor the land and the community around it. In this episode, we sit down with owners Taylor and Fran Montgomery to talk about the vision behind the farm and what it looks like t...

On today’s Monday Mini, we’re recapping the Glendenning Fiesta Sale in Celina, Texas from this past weekend. We break down the sale stats—how in-person vs. online buyers showed up—plus which cattle were the most viewed online both before and after the sale. If you missed it, this is your quick, numbers-and-notes debrief from Fiesta weekend. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired...

The Glendenning Fiesta Sale is back for its 3rd Annual celebration in Celina, Texas, happening May 1st and 2nd—and this episode is your preview of the sale experience and the tradition behind it. Hosts Rex & Sherese Glendenning reflect on the legendary Fiesta Sale days at Red McCombs Ranch in the mid-’80s—complete with mariachi music, margaritas, and top breeders arriving in unforgettable fash...

In this episode, we sit down with Mike Crawford of Red Peak Ranch—a cattleman with a marketer’s mind and a story that proves how fast one decision can change everything. Mike shares how two Texas Longhorns given as a birthday gift sparked a journey that grew into hundreds of head at its peak, a deep respect for the animals, and a lifestyle built around learning the breed from the ground up. We als...

On today’s Monday Mini, we’re recapping two big sale events from this past Saturday, April 18th—the Cherry Blossom Sale and the Spring B&C Sale. We break down the overall tone of each sale, what types of cattle drew the most attention, and the trends we noticed in bidding—from steady demand to the lots that clearly separated themselves in the ring. We also close with the latest NLFR standings...

In this sale preview episode, we’re headed to New Cambria, Missouri for the 48th B&C Show-Me Spring Longhorn Sale, happening April 18 at the New Cambria Livestock Market. We sit down with sale hosts Shawn and Alyson Sayre to talk through what to expect on sale day and what makes this event such a cornerstone of the Longhorn industry. With 119 lots on offer and a reputation as the longest-runni...

In this episode, we head to Culpeper, Virginia for a preview of the Cherry Blossom Longhorn Sale happening April 17–18. We’re joined by Shawn Pequoignot and Chase Vasut to talk about what’s coming to town, what they’re watching for, and why this weekend has become a can’t-miss stop for Longhorn folks. The schedule is stacked: Friday, April 17 at 11:00 AM kicks off with the Futurity, followed by th...

This week’s Monday Mini looks back at the Bluegrass Sale held in Lexington, Kentucky this past weekend. We recap the top-selling lots, highlight sale trends, and discuss where buyer interest showed up strongest throughout the event. We also share an update on the NLFR Futurity results, making this a quick rundown of the weekend’s standout moments and key takeaways. Send us Fan Mail From the Pastur...

We’re headed to Lexington, Kentucky for one of the spring’s standout events—the Bluegrass Futurity and Sale, coming up April 10–11, 2026. In this episode, we sit down with hosts Dan Huntington and Joe Sedlacek to talk about what makes this event special, what consignors and buyers can expect, and why the Bluegrass weekend continues to be a major stop on the longhorn calendar. The official event li...

In this episode of From the Pasture with Hired Hand , we sit down with Mark Hubbell of Hubbell Longhorns in Hastings, Michigan, for a conversation rooted in legacy, growth, and passion. A 5th-generation cattle rancher, Mark’s family operation dates back to the late 1800s, evolving from a dairy and crop farm into the thriving Texas Longhorn, beef, and crop enterprise it is today. From placing Longh...

This week on Monday Mini, we’re looking back at the Texas Treasure Sale held this past weekend in Fredericksburg, Texas, where breeders, buyers, and longhorn enthusiasts came together for a strong weekend centered around quality cattle, good fellowship, and the kind of atmosphere that keeps people coming back year after year. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (...