Herd Report

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Curt Nagorske of Nagorske Brothers Angus to preview the February 19, 2026 bull sale at the Kimball Livestock Exchange in South Dakota. The conversation takes a detailed walk through the catalog, touching on fall bulls, spring yearlings, flush brothers, heifer bulls, and power bulls — along with honest insight into how Curt and h...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Lori and Ashley Wagner of Sonderup Angus, a family-operated Angus program based near Genoa, Nebraska, ahead of their Feb. 24, 2026 bull and female sale. The conversation traces the history of the herd, from 4-H beginnings to a rebuilt cow base centered on depth, thickness, maternal strength, and disposition. Lori and Ashley expl...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we travel to Caddo, Oklahoma, to preview the 15th Annual President’s Day Angus Bull & Female Sale hosted by Penz Angus Ranch and Albrecht Ranch Angus. Kelly Albrecht and Jeff Penz reflect on 15 years of selling together and explain how a disciplined, female-focused breeding philosophy has shaped one of the most respected sales in the region. The...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Jon Janssen of Janssen Angus to preview the February 7, 2026 bull sale, held at the ranch in Earlham, Iowa. Janssen Angus is built on five generations of seedstock lineage and a cow herd sourced entirely from Schaff Angus Valley families. The discussion dives deep into pedigrees, cow longevity, sire selection, and why discipline...

In this Herd Report Spotlight Series episode, we visit Kuck Ranch, a family-operated Angus operation based near Bertrand, Nebraska, known for producing quality Angus cattle built for real-world performance. The Kuck family walks through their program philosophy, cow families, and what buyers can expect at their upcoming Annual Production Sale, highlighting cattle selected for fertility, structure,...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we visit Pilakowski Angus, a family-operated Angus seedstock program in Arthur County, Nebraska, ahead of their annual bull sale on Monday, February 9, 2026. Mike Pilakowski and his son share what’s behind one of the deepest bull offerings they’ve ever produced. The conversation spans cow management, fertility, calving ease, flush brothers, and...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Kyle and Bill Babcock of Babcock Angus Ranch near Long Pine, Nebraska, ahead of their Feb. 3, 2026 bull and female sale, held at the ranch. The conversation delivers a detailed, honest look at the cattle behind the catalog — from two-year-old bulls and fall sires to heifer-safe yearlings and elite donor females. The episode also...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with RJ Cline, owner of Cline Angus, along with Carson Cooksley, a key member of the operation, ahead of the Feb. 4, 2026 bull sale. The conversation spans the foundation of the program, the importance of proven cow families, and why fertility, structure, and longevity come before everything else. The episode also highlights how youn...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with Matt Lowery, Ross Beeson, and Bud Koupal to talk about the rise of Koupal’s B&B Diverse and why the bull is gaining traction across the Angus breed. The conversation covers why the partners invested in Diverse, how he’s performing in heifer and cow herds, and what they’re seeing from his calves in both registered and commercial...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we visit Mohnen Angus in White Lake, South Dakota, ahead of their annual bull sale on January 29, 2026, held at the ranch at 1. The conversation focuses on the cow families, breeding decisions, and management practices that shape the Mohnen Angus program, along with what buyers can expect in this year’s bull offering. In this episode: The Mohnen...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we sit down with the Scott family of Scott Angus Cattle in Belgrade, Nebraska, ahead of their Jan. 27, 2026 bull and female sale. The conversation opens with prayer and moves into a detailed, honest look at the cattle, cows, and people behind the program. From flush brothers and donor females to calving-ease bulls and maternal strength, this epi...

On this episode of the Herd Report Spotlight Series, we travel to northeast Nebraska to visit TA Cattle, a Red Angus, Simmental, and Angus seedstock operation focused on fertility, structure, and longevity. Brothers Travis and Andy Albright walk through their program ahead of their Feb. 7 annual sale, sharing why heterosis, tight breeding windows, and forage-based development remain central to eve...

This week on Herd News, we recap Seedstock and commercial cattle results from January 4–11, headlined by a $430,000 Angus bull and multiple high-dollar sales at the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City. You’ll hear: Elite Angus sale results and record averages Strong demand for commercial heifers and steers Key bull sales across Oklahoma, Wyoming, and Nebraska Early show results from Cattlemen’s...

For nearly five decades, Koupal's B&B Angus has focused on one thing — building consistent, functional cattle backed by elite cow families. In this Herd Report Spotlight Series episode, Bryce Doeschot sits down with Bud Koupal at the ranch near Dante, South Dakota, ahead of their 49th annual Angus bull sale on February 9. They discuss: How the program has evolved over 49 years Why cow families dri...

In Episode 2 of Herd News, Scott Beck and Mallory Beck recap a light but telling seedstock sale week from December 29 through January 4, breaking down results from Angus bull and female sales across the country. The episode also features a detailed commercial calf market report from Ericson, Nebraska, where preconditioned, high-quality calves continue to command strong premiums. Scott and Mallory...

This episode marks the first-ever installment of the Seed Stock Sales Report, a new series focused on tracking trends, results, and momentum across the seedstock cattle industry. In this debut episode, Scott Beck and Mallory Beck break down recent Angus seedstock sales from across the country, highlighting record-setting prices and the genetics driving today’s bull market. The conversation covers...

In this Herd Report – Spotlight Series episode, host Scott Beck previews the upcoming North Dakota Angus Association Select Bull and Female Sale with insights from sale manager Logan Hoffman and Angus Association regional representative Andrew Swanson. The conversation walks listeners through the sale process, highlights consignors and their offerings, and provides detailed breakdowns of specific...

In this episode of Herd Report, host Scott Beck travels to Kathryn, North Dakota, for an inside look at the brand-new Northland Sires, Inc. bovine semen collection facility. Built from the ground up, the state-of-the-art operation reflects careful planning around animal flow, facility design, technology, and long-term functionality. Scott sits down with Derek Jungels, owner of Northland Sires, and...

In this episode of Herd Report, host Scott Beck visits the Burwell Livestock Market in Burwell, Nebraska, for a preview of the upcoming Holiday Cow Classic sale on December 19th. Scott is joined by market owners Jake Gideon and Todd Eberly, along with consignor Kyle Babcock, for a conversation focused on current market conditions and what buyers can expect from this year’s offering. The discussion...

In this special episode of Herd Report, host Scott Beck broadcasts from the Rural Radio Network Studios in Lincoln, Nebraska, for a conversation with Bryce Doeschot, Operations Manager for the Rural Radio Network. Scott and Bryce discuss the new partnership between Herd Report and the Rural Radio Network—why it matters, how it strengthens cattle industry storytelling, and what it means for rancher...

In this Herd Report – Spotlight Series episode, host Scott Beck visits Potter Frontier Angus in Stockville, Nebraska—a family operation founded by Jason Potter’s grandmother in 1950. Joined by Jason, Quade, Maggie, and Georgie Potter, Scott explores the ranch’s transition from commercial cattle to a focused registered Angus program built on quality, disposition, and customer trust. The conversatio...

In this Spotlight Series episode, host Scott Beck sits down with Josh Freiberger at Hague Angus Ranch to explore a truly unique approach to raising cattle. Josh shares how the ranch has developed a low-input, highly efficient herd built from a distinct blend of New Zealand, Dale Davis, and Canadian genetics, creating a gene pool designed for real-world performance. The conversation also highlights...

In this Herd Report – Spotlight Series episode, host Scott Beck travels to Hollow Top Angus in Pony, Montana, for an in-depth look at the ranch’s program ahead of their December 8th bull sale. Scott is joined by owner Porter Bennett and ranch manager Chace Iverson, who share the ranch’s vision for raising durable, high-quality cattle built to thrive in Montana country. The conversation walks liste...

In this episode of Herd Report, host Scott Beck visits Rocking H Cattle Co. in Morrowville, Kansas, for a conversation with ranchers Jake and Cody Hauschel. They share the story behind their family’s multigenerational operation and how their focus on registered Angus cattle over the past five years has fueled impressive growth. The discussion highlights key sires and cow families—including Josie W...

In this episode of Herd Report, host Scott Beck sits down with Jason Jagels of The Cattleman’s Cut to discuss the influence of Kraye Payload, a powerful bull known for his frame, muscle, and impact on modern Angus genetics. Jason shares what sets Payload’s offspring apart—strength, structure, and versatility—and how his breeding philosophy emphasizes balance and consistency across sire groups. The...