Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil Health

Jared Luhman, host of the newly rebranded Ranching Returns podcast, joined me to discuss his strategy of investing in real estate. We also discuss his favorite resources and lessons learned. We get the discussion started by talking about his recent rebrand. The conversation turns to real estate investing as Jared discusses lessons learned through the podcast. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

John Hays, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me to discuss the journey he and his family have been on to diversify and market the products raised on their farm. We discuss the necessary education, connections, and infrastructure to succeed in direct marketing pastured proteins. We also discuss his ability to compete for leases in a context dominated by corn and soy bean operations. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: UnderstandingAg.com Course Mentioned: Business Made Simple

Eric Fuchs, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me to talk about the journey they have been on at his farm to get to more diversity. We talk about the role the Six Principles played in this journey as well as some of the things he had to unlearn from his previous education in grazing management. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsors: SDGrass.org RanchRightLLC.com Relevant Links: Soil Health Academy

Jonathan and Stefan Bouw of Howrey Angus and Edie Creek Angus joined me to discuss the journey they have been on to find grass-based genetics. We discuss the steps they have taken from genetics developed to thrive in the feedlot to genetics developed to thrive on grass. We also discuss the process of taking over ownership of a herd of cattle that was developed by Monte Howrey that currently runs near Sterling, ND which is nearly 400 miles Southwest of their home territory near Dugald, MB, Canada. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Relevant Links: Howrey Angus Howrey Angus RFP Scholarship

Grant Vassberg, of Bos Sires and Kallion Farms, joined me to discuss the journey he has been on to develop a cooperative for producers looking to source fertile cattle. We discuss what makes a fertile cow as well as the heritability of fertility. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: Sea-90.com/Tractor Relevant Links: BosSires.com KallionFarms.com

Kent Donica, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me once again to discuss the lessons he has learned from his career as a Sell/Buy Marketer. We discuss the importance of discipline, the roll of fear and greed, as well as things he will never do again. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: UnderstandingAg.com Guest’s Previous Episode: Ep. 328 Kent Donica – Succeeding with Stockers

John Kempf, host of the Regenerative Agriculture Podcast and a leader at Advancing Eco Ag, dives deep into the relocalization of America's food system. He highlights the health impacts of current agricultural practices, linking chronic illnesses to pesticides and processed foods. Kempf showcases successful collaborations, like the Dutch grocery chain Albert Heijn's partnership with local farmers, emphasizing transparency and trust. He advocates for a shift towards sustainable farming through direct consumer relationships and community stewardship for a healthier planet.

Amber Bell is the newly minted host of Ruminating with Real Ag. She joined me to discuss the podcast and her goals for it. We discuss lessons she has learned in this new venture with it’s broader agricultural focus. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: UnderstandingAg.com Relevant Links:

John Moody of Rogue Food and other endeavors joined me to discuss the reasons we should fight the mandatory implementation of RFID. We also discuss his previous experiences of resisting tyranny and the methods that he has seen be effective in pushing back against government overreach. We also discuss the upcoming Rogue Food Conference in Texas where John Moody will be joined by Joel Salatin and others to discuss specifically the issue of fighting mandatory RFID. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: Farming Without the Bank Rogue Food Conference: Rogue Food Conference – Texas

Joshua and Tara Dukart are Holistic Management Educators from Seek First Ranch in North Dakota. They have helped many people experience breakthroughs in their ranch businesses. They joined me to discuss some examples of those breakthroughs from a recent course they taught as well as how their approach to instruction differs from other educators. We also discuss their journey back to the ranch and the importance of accountability in our ranch businesses. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag! Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today! Sponsor: Sea-90.com/Tractor Relevant Links: SDGrass.org Seek First Ranch