

Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil Health
Clay Conry
What is the key to becoming a more regenerative ranch? How do we increase the effectiveness of our management of the Land, Animals, Money, and People that have been entrusted to us? The Working Cows podcast exists to glorify God by providing farmers and ranchers a platform to discuss and share best practices for increasing soil health, profitability, stockmanship and leadership ability.
Each week host, Clay Conry, will talk to leaders in the industry who have made the regenerative shift in their business so that their ranches are more profitable from an economic and ecologic perspective. They will discuss grazing, Holistic Management, herd health, low-stress stockmanship, leadership, and of course putting your cows to work for you.
Each week host, Clay Conry, will talk to leaders in the industry who have made the regenerative shift in their business so that their ranches are more profitable from an economic and ecologic perspective. They will discuss grazing, Holistic Management, herd health, low-stress stockmanship, leadership, and of course putting your cows to work for you.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 1h 7min
How Body Language Affects What People Hear with Joshua and Tara Dukart (WCP 401)
Over 90% of our communication is non-verbal. From body language, to tone, to mirror neurons it’s less about what we said and more about how we said it including our posture while saying. Guests Joshua and Tara Dukart help me take a deep dive on all things communication.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
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Sponsor:
Farming Without the Bank
Relevant Links:
SeekFirstRanch.com/Leadership
Eastern Montana Regenerative Ag Group Communication Workshop

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Dec 23, 2024 • 0sec
How Joel Salatin Develops Leaders Ready to Thrive at Polyface Farms (WCP 400)
Joel Salatin, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture at Polyface Farms, shares insights on preparing the next generation of farmers. He discusses the upcoming Great Wealth Transfer and the need for effective leadership development in agriculture. Salatin emphasizes fostering a culture of innovation, creating attractive business models, and empowering young leaders through mentorship. He also highlights the importance of assuming positive intent in communication to enhance teamwork and reduce conflict in farming operations.

Dec 16, 2024 • 50min
Ep. 399 – Jared Luhman – Investing in Real Estate
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!
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Sponsor:
Farming Without the Bank
Relevant Links:
Real Estate Investing with Coach Carson

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Dec 9, 2024 • 1h 8min
Ep. 398 – John Hays – Marketing Pastured Proteins
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.
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Sponsor:
UnderstandingAg.com
Course Mentioned:
Business Made Simple

Dec 2, 2024 • 50min
Ep. 397 – Eric Fuchs – Walking the Regenerative Path
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

Nov 25, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 396 – Jonathan and Stefan Bouw – A Journey into Grass-Based Genetics
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!
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Sponsor:
Farming Without the Bank
Relevant Links:
Howrey Angus
Howrey Angus RFP Scholarship

Nov 18, 2024 • 1h 11min
Ep. 395 – Grant Vassberg – Finding Fertile Cattle
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

Nov 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
Ep. 394 – Kent Donica – Learning Market Lessons
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.
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Sponsor:
UnderstandingAg.com
Guest’s Previous Episode:
Ep. 328 Kent Donica – Succeeding with Stockers

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Nov 4, 2024 • 52min
Ep. 393 – John Kempf – Making America Healthy Again
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.

Oct 28, 2024 • 44min
Ep. 392 – Amber Bell – Ruminating with Real Ag
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.
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UnderstandingAg.com
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