Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast

Arkansas Cattlemen's Association
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On Arkansas Cattle Business, we dive into the heart of Arkansas’s cattle industry, where legislation, education, advocacy, and development come together to support the hardworking cattle producers of the Natural State.

  1. Jun 5

    Ep. 35: Meet our Summer Intern, ACLC Farm Tour Recap and More!

    In this episode, we catch up with our summer intern and learn more about her background, interests and what she hopes to gain from her time with the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association. We also recap the recent ACLC Farm Tour, highlighting the operations visited and key takeaways from the experience. In addition, we look back at a busy month of May, discussing the many events and activities ACA was involved in across the state. We provide a membership update, share what members can expect at the upcoming ACA Convention and Trade Show, and remind everyone to register before the deadline. Tune in for industry updates, association news and a look at what’s ahead for Arkansas cattle producers. https://www.arbeef.org/convention-and-tradeshow https://www.arbeef.org/join-aca

    40 min

  2. May 11

    EP. 34: Hats on the Hill & New Office Update

    After a busy month we welcome you to our new office! We sit down to talk about a Hats on the Hill update at the state and federal level. We recap area conferences and give a membership update.

    38 min

  3. Mar 31

    Ep. 33: Investing in Arkansas Cattle Producers with Watkins Cattle Co.

    In this episode, we sit down with Michael Watkins of Watkins Cattle Company and Preferred Livestock Products to talk about his journey in the cattle business and the role relationships, reputation and hard work play in long-term success.We also discuss the importance of industry involvement and why he has chosen to invest in the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association through support of the Spring Area Conferences and the Top Hand Award.

    39 min

  4. Mar 31

    Ep. 32: ACA Attending CattleCon in Nashville

    In this episode, we come to you live from Nashville at the NCBA Cattle Con. We sit down with some of the ACA leadership to talk about their experience attending the convention and why they attended.

    33 min

  5. Jan 16

    Ep. 31: 2026 Membership Drive

    In this episode, we sit down to talk about the 2026 membership year! We discuss monthly incentives, recruiter rewards, county programs and what to expect this year. Want to renew your membership? https://www.arbeef.org/join-aca

    33 min

  6. 12/19/2025

    Ep. 30: 2025 Recap

    In this year-in-review episode, we cover membership growth and member engagement, key policy and advocacy efforts, and the national issues that impacted the cattle industry throughout the year. We also highlight events and educational opportunities from 2025, discuss leadership development within the association, and share what we’re most excited about as we look ahead to 2026.

    41 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    Ep. 29: Fall & Winter Forage Solutions with Dr. Kubesch & Hats on the Hill Update

    Dr. Jonathan Kubesch joins the podcast to share practical advice on managing forages through the cold season. From ryegrass to hay testing to stretching winter feed, we break down what Arkansas cattle producers should be thinking about right now. The government shutdown is finally over, see what that means for Arkansas cattle producers. https://uaex.uada.edu/farm-ranch/animals-forages/default.aspx Dr. Jonathan Kubesch jkubesch@uada.edu

    42 min

  8. 11/07/2025

    Ep. 28: USDA Plan to Strengthen the Cattle Industry

    In this episode, Michelle talks about our time at the last ACLC session this week and the USDA plan to strengthen the cattle industry. She deep dives into which parts of this plan could have the biggest impact on Arkansas cattle producers and how to separate fact from fiction on issues like this. https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA%20Beef%20Industry%20Plan%20White%20Paper.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

    33 min
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On Arkansas Cattle Business, we dive into the heart of Arkansas’s cattle industry, where legislation, education, advocacy, and development come together to support the hardworking cattle producers of the Natural State.

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  • Creator
    Arkansas Cattlemen's Association
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Arkansas Cattlemen's Association
  • Show Website
    Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast

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