Don Day of Day Weather joined me to discuss the long term predictability of weather patterns. We talk about how consistent these weather patterns are as well as the timescale involved in these cycles. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank CSU Stock Planning Paper: StockingPlanningCSU

Burke Teichert joined me to continue our conversation on the characteristics of successful ranch managers. We talk about Burke’s journey into regenerative management as well as some specific production practices that made the difference on the ranches he has managed. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Attend a Soil Health Academy: Adaptive Grazing Burke’s List: What are the major determinants of financial success? Enterprise mix and choices Overheads Stocking rate Cow size and milk production Grazing and pasture management Fed feed vs. grazed feed Calving Season Herd fertility Wise input use for optimum production Marketing What key ratios drive profitability? Reduce overheads Increase turnover Market well Then improve three key ratios: Acres per cow Cows per FTE Fed feed vs. grazed feed Previous Conversation: Ep. 299 Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 1 – May 12th, 2023

Daniel Hayes of Snakebird Stockdogs joined me to discuss the process of learning and succeeding with stock dogs. We talk about the importance of mentors as well as some tips for getting started. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: Daniel on Facebook

Jolene Brown a renowned farm and ranch transition expert. She joined me to discuss the importance of communication and preparing the next generation to take the reins of leadership in our businesses. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: JoleneBrown.com

Burke Teichert joined me for a conversation on what it takes to be a successful ranch manager. We talk about the most important things we should be keeping an eye on including some of the key ratios that go a long way toward determining profitability. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Take a Course from Understanding Ag: Regen Ag 101 Burke’s List: What are the major determinants of financial success? Enterprise mix and choices Overheads Stocking rate Cow size and milk production Grazing and pasture management Fed feed vs. grazed feed Calving Season Herd fertility Wise input use for optimum production Marketing What key ratios drive profitability? Reduce overheads Increase turnover Market well Then improve three key ratios: Acres per cow Cows per FTE Fed feed vs. grazed feed

Dawn Hnatow a stockmanship instructor from Sulphur Springs, TX joined me to talk about some lessons she learned when Bud Williams came to the feedlot at which she was working. We discuss the impact to the bottom line of good stockmanship as well as what to do with the excess energy of newly arrived cattle. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Ranch Right LLC Sunshine Bible Academy Relevant Links: CattleUpStockmanship.com 2023 Stockmanship School June 1-4

Jared Sorenson of Ag Steward and the Profitable Steward Podcast joined me to discuss what it means to be a steward. We also discuss the keys to profiting from our stewardship and what it means to effectively build a market for our products. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsors: Sunshine Bible Academy Ranch Right LLC Relevant Links: AgSteward.fyi

Kent Solberg and Doug Voss of Understanding Ag joined me to discuss the challenges facing the dairy industry on its journey toward more regenerative management. We discuss the specific benefits to the dairy industry of getting cattle on the land as well as different models of accomplishing that goal. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Understanding Ag Attend a Soil Health Academy: Transform Your Dairy

Dylan Biggs joined me once again to talk about how he builds a foundation of communication with his stock dogs. We also talk about instilling patience in dogs as well as the importance of setting dogs up for success early on in their career. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Learn more about Sea-90 at www.Sea-90.com. Save 20% off Sea-90 Grower’s Series with code GROWCOWS. For commercial applications or quantities, call us at (717) 580-1458. Relevant Links: @TK_Ranch on Instagram Dylan on Twitter

Dr. Ken Olson and Jaelyn Whaley both of SDSU Extension joined me to discuss the ecological and economic benefits of interfacing small ruminants into our existing livestock operations. We talk about realistic goals as far as brush control as well as the infrastructure needed to interface sheep with our existing operation. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Sea-90! You can reach them at www.sea-90.com or (770) 361-6092. Sponsor: Learn more about Sea-90 at www.Sea-90.com. Save 20% off Sea-90 Grower’s Series with code GROWCOWS. For commercial applications or quantities, call us at (717) 580-1458. Relevant Links: SDSU Extension Sheep and Goats