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#208 – Garth Gatson – Creating Value in Cattle

#208 – Garth Gatson – Creating Value in Cattle

Garth Gatson is intentional with his cattle business, focusing on enterprises where he can add value. Because of this, he has found great success and is able to work full-time in the cattle business — a feat that many folks dream of. He shares his marketing strategy...

#207 – Sean and Kat Weinert – Quitting the Off-Ranch Job

#207 – Sean and Kat Weinert – Quitting the Off-Ranch Job

We catch back up with Sean and Kat Weinert, previously featured on episode 5 and episode 44, to discuss life after Sean left his off-ranch job. We talk about the challenges it presented, the things that caught him off guard, and how they’ve made it work. Don't Miss...

#206 – Duane Thompson – 1200 Cows Profitably in Canada

#206 – Duane Thompson – 1200 Cows Profitably in Canada

Duane Thompson and his family run a ranch in Canada. They have figured out how to be successful in a northern environment, facing challenges like snow, ice, cold temperatures, and short growing seasons. In today’s episode, we dive into the details of his cow/calf...

#205 – Cody Kologi – Switching Enterprises to Find Success

#205 – Cody Kologi – Switching Enterprises to Find Success

Cody Kologi shares his incredible story of taking over his in-laws’ ranch in North Dakota and how he went from struggling to achieving improved profitability and a better lifestyle. He transitioned from a cow/calf enterprise to a stocker enterprise and is excited...

#204 – John Maddux – Cattle Risk Management

#204 – John Maddux – Cattle Risk Management

In Part 2 with John Maddux, we discuss some of the strategies he uses to manage risk in his cow/calf and stocker business. Listen to Part 1, Wall Street to Full Time Rancher, here. Don't Miss Next Week's Episode For more information, check out at RanchingReturns.com....

#203 – John Maddux – Wall Street to Full Time Rancher

#203 – John Maddux – Wall Street to Full Time Rancher

John Maddux shares his family’s story of aggressively purchasing land and expanding their ranching operation over the generations. We dive into his unique breeding and genetics program, marketing strategy, low-cost winter feeding program, and begin to discuss his risk...

#201 – Brandon Mace – First Gen Rancher Started Leasing Cows

#201 – Brandon Mace – First Gen Rancher Started Leasing Cows

I have talked to many first generation ranchers but I'm not sure I've talked with anybody who has started leasing cows. Brandon shares his start and how he transitioned to owning cows by replacing the lease cows with his share of the heifer crop. He talks about his...

#200 – Greg Brown – From 0 to 450 Cows

#200 – Greg Brown – From 0 to 450 Cows

This conversation with Greg Brown is one of those stories that gets me absolutely pumped about the potential in this industry! Greg has built a remarkable operation in a short amount of time, and he shares his journey in this episode. He explains why he let some land...

#199 – Logan Pribbeno – Cashing out of the Cows

#199 – Logan Pribbeno – Cashing out of the Cows

Logan Pribbeno shares his strategy for taking advantage of what he believes is a predictable cattle cycle and capturing value in his appreciated cow herd. My biggest question has been: how do you continue to generate a profit when the market goes down? He shares his...

#198 – Kyle Marshall – Finding Success in Ranching

#198 – Kyle Marshall – Finding Success in Ranching

Kyle shares his ranching story, and I admire his willingness to recognize the need for change—and actually make that change. So many people find it easier to go broke doing what’s comfortable than to try something new. He also shares that being very low-input isn't...

#197 – Kit Pharo – Unexpected DNA Results

#197 – Kit Pharo – Unexpected DNA Results

Kit Pharo and the PCC™ team have been sending in DNA on bulls recently and have received some exciting results on both the A2/A2 test and the TENET® Beef test. Listen in to find out what we learned. Don't Miss Next Week's Episode For more information, check us out at...

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On this podcast, we talk to farmers and ranchers who are leading the industry in so many ways. We’ll discuss the various returns they get from ranching, including, of course, the significant financial returns, but also returns to their land resources and ultimately the amazing lifestyle. That might be the most important return ranching can offer!

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#209 – Doug Voss – Expanding the Land Base Through Good Management

Since Doug Voss' last interview on Episode 33, he has significantly expanded his land base. In this episode, we discuss how he achieved this growth on both public and private land. Doug shares his experiences grazing on a large piece of publicly owned land, including his trial with virtual fencing and more. Resources Mentioned: Ranching for Profit Soil Health Academy Peer Groups/Consulting Soil Health Coalitions Don't Miss Next Week's Episode For more information,...

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