52 episodes

Brands and Barbed Wire is a beef cattle podcast where Jim Johnson takes you behind the brands and looks through the barbed wire at the most iconic and historic beef cattle ranches in the world. We'll sit down and hear stories from prominent beef cattle operations and visit with the influential people who shaped the industry. So sit back, kick off your boots and prepare to be entertained and astounded as Jim introduces you to those captivating stories rarely, if ever been told.

Brands And Barbed Wire Jim Johnson

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Brands and Barbed Wire is a beef cattle podcast where Jim Johnson takes you behind the brands and looks through the barbed wire at the most iconic and historic beef cattle ranches in the world. We'll sit down and hear stories from prominent beef cattle operations and visit with the influential people who shaped the industry. So sit back, kick off your boots and prepare to be entertained and astounded as Jim introduces you to those captivating stories rarely, if ever been told.

    Bob McClaren of 44 Farms

    Bob McClaren of 44 Farms

    Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  We have an exciting episode for you this week on Brands and Barbed Wire.  We sit down with 44 Farms own Bob McClaren.  We learn about Bob, his background, 44 Farms and their agreement with Wal Mart, but most of all we get to listen to Bob’s passion and enthusiasm for what he’s doing and the beef business in the U.S.  We really think you’re going to enjoy our interview with Bob McClaren with 44 Farms,  Bob and welcome to Brands and Barbed Wire.   For more information on 44 Farms or Prime Pursuits please visit www.44farms.com or www.primepursuits.com or www.mcclarenfarms.com. 

    Thanks to our sponsors Allied Genetic Resources www.alliedgeneticresources.com, The Grant Company at www.grantcompany.net, B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Dr. Bob Weaber with the Beef Improvement Federation and Kansas State Univeristy

    Dr. Bob Weaber with the Beef Improvement Federation and Kansas State Univeristy

    Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  This week we get to visit with Dr. Bob Weaber Executive Director of the Beef Improvement Federation.  We learn about Bob his work at Kansas State University and BIF and it’s upcoming Convention in Knoxville TN.  You don’t want to miss this exciting episode where we also reveal information on the exciting live recording of Brands and Barbed Wire.  For more information on the Beef Improvement Federation visit www.beefimprovement.org to register for the convention visit www.beefimprovement.org/2024-symposium/



    Thanks to our sponsors Allied Genetic Resources www.alliedgeneticresources.com, The Grant Company at www.grantcompany.net, B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com

    • 1 hr 15 min
    Lorenzo Lasater and the History of the Beefmaster Breed

    Lorenzo Lasater and the History of the Beefmaster Breed

    Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. This week we take a step back in History to learn about the first composite breed and first American breed in the United States. We sit down and visit with Lorenzo Lasater grandson of Tom Lasater founder of the Beefmaster Breed.  You can find out more about Lorenzo, their Beefmasters and their library of books at www.isabeefmasters.com.

    Thanks to our sponsors Allied Genetic Resources www.alliedgeneticresources.com, The Grant Company at www.grantcompany.net, B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Jorgensen Land and Cattle www.jorgensenfarms.com

    • 45 min
    Lyle Miller, Highway 21 Group

    Lyle Miller, Highway 21 Group

    Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. This week we go back north of the boarder and speak with Lyle Miller of Highway 21 Group in Alberta Canada.  Lyle and his father Ed started out in the cattle feeding business and have transitioned that knowledge and desire for more profitable feeder cattle into their purebred Simmental and Charolais operation focusing heavily on feed efficiency. Today we’ll learn about their history and some innovative and transparent things their doing in the seedstock business.  For more information on the Highway 21 Group please go to www.highway21group.com


    Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR
    Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Marty Ropp Allied Genetic Resources

    Marty Ropp Allied Genetic Resources

    Welcome back to Brands and Barbed Wire.  This week I get the chance to sit down with long time friend Marty Ropp. We’ll catch up on his business and some interesting and innovative ways he’s helping his owners and customers do a better job of producing and suppling bulls.  No matter what part of the beef industry you’re in, this is a podcast you won’t want to miss, so lets jump right in with Marty Ropp of Allied Genetic Resources.  Marty welcome to Brands and Barbed Wire.  Find more information at www.alliedgeneticresources.com.
     

    Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

    • 1 hr 11 min
    Eric Grant and His Inspiring New Book About Famous Western Artist Hollis Williford

    Eric Grant and His Inspiring New Book About Famous Western Artist Hollis Williford

    Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire.  Today’s episode of Brands and Barbed Wire is one you definitely don’t want to miss. I have the honor to sit down with good friend and accomplished writer Eric Grant.  We learn about Eric what inspires him and his successful business The Grant Company. Most of all we hear about his incredible new book about the life of famous western artist Hollis Williford. If you’re like me and maybe weren’t familiar with Hollis or his work, you will be after this podcast and stay tuned until the end for a special offer from Eric. I’m sure you will enjoy getting to know Eric and Hollis in this interview. For more information on Hollis Williford and to order the book go to www.holliswilliford.com and be sure to use the code JIM for $50 off the book. If you would like to know more about the Grant Company visit www.grantcompany.net.

    Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com

    • 1 hr 2 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
50 Ratings

50 Ratings

Feathercast ,

Great stories

First one I listened to was RA Brown Ranch, and really enjoyed the stories. Have not been disappointed with any of them since!

BZHutch ,

Great Listening

If you have any inkling of the cattle industry and the folks who have dedicated their lives to it this is a great listen. After spending over 30 years in this industry and knowing several of the people Jim has on his show I learned something about each of them. It’s great to hear how they and their families, often multiple generations, have changed the cattle industry. Great job, Jim!

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Great insight into agricultural history

Wether you’re involved in cattle or not I think this a great podcast to try. The stories from these historical ranches although mostly cattle specific are wildly entertaining and very easy to understand even if you have little background in agriculture.

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