From the Cowboy State

University of Wyoming Extension
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"From the Cowboy State" is a podcast hosted by Makayla Getz, an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with University of Wyoming Extension, speaking with industry professionals to highlight topics about the continuously evolving field of Agriculture.

  1. 11/20/2025

    Putting in the Work to be Excellent with Ali Cox

    Send us a text Ali Cox is a 5th generation farmer located in California who has taken her upbringing and learned skills to create the marketing powerhouse known as Noble West. Tune in while Ali and I chat about what it takes to make it as well as how her company helps farmers and ranchers today. Support the show

    40 min

  2. 10/30/2025

    Leaders are Made, Not Born with Dr. Mandy Marney

    Send us a text Tune into episode four for a discussion with Director of Extension and Associate Dean of the Univeristy of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences, and Natural Resources: Dr. Mandy Marney. We may not always start out in Extension, but we find our way to that place we can call home.  Support the show

    44 min

  3. 10/16/2025

    Soil, Sensors, and the Science of Growing with Cory Williams

    Send us a text Join the conversation with Mr. Cory Williams and I as we discuss the importance of how adding or updating tech on your operation can save your bottom dollar. For CropX information or any questions for Cory, you can reach him at cory@piercedheartsolutions.com Support the show

    45 min

  4. 10/02/2025

    Credit Where It’s Due: Helping Wyoming’s New Farmers Grow with Robbie Alexander

    Send us a text Join Robbie and I while we chat about how in the world beginning farmers and ranchers can get started whether than means taking over an operation or starting something brand new. Farm Credit Services (FCS) has an index of great resources to help you out. Speaking of, check out the info below for free planning sessions taking place throughout the Big Horn Basin this fall! Free Ranch Succession Planning Sessions across Northwest Wyoming led by Wesley Tucker, a nationally recognized Farm & Ranch Transition Specialist from Missouri. Friday, October 3 – Riverton Fremont County Fairgrounds, 12–5 p.m. (Lunch provided)Saturday, October 4 – Thermopolis Big Horn Federal Savings Bank, 1–5 p.m.Monday, October 6 – Cody Big Horn Federal Savings Bank, 1–5 p.m.Tuesday, October 7 – Greybull Big Horn County Weed and Pest, 1–5 p.m.Wednesday, October 8 – Worland Worland Community Center Complex, 1–5 p.m.All sessions are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided. Please bring yourself, your farm and ranch stakeholders, and anyone else who may have an interest in this topic for their own operation. These sessions are a great way to start or strengthen your succession planning process and ensure your legacy continues for generations. Support the show

    49 min

  5. 09/18/2025

    Set Your Operation Up For Success with Lucy Pauley

    Send us a text Do you work on or own a farm or ranch? Has your family put a succession plan in place? If not, it's never too late or too early to start! Tune into this episode with Lucy Pauley, certified mediator for the Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) specializing in farm and ranch conflicts.  Lucy has experience with 1:1 converstaions as well as working with multi-generational operations and everything in between. If you're in Wyoming you can reach her and her team by navigating to the WDA website. https://agriculture.wy.gov/mediation-program Big takeaway: Communicate and get comfortable being uncomfortable. Support the show

    46 min

  6. 05/01/2025

    The Future of Agriculture with Saydee Longhurst

    Send us a text A first-generation college student, Saydee values the opportunity to pursue higher education and is committed to helping others understand agriculture’s essential role in society which made her the perfect guest to speak about the future of agriculture. Join Saydee and I in our last episode of season two discussing the trends, downsides, and all the wonderful upsides in the future of agriculture.  Support the show

    1 hr

  7. 04/17/2025

    The Historic Pitchfork Ranch with Ben Anson

    Send us a text Ben has been working at the Pitchfork in Meeteetse since he wrapped up college and he's now managing the ranch. Tune in with us and learn about some history, the hunting operations, horse sale, as well as some recommendations on how to get into this work. Support the show

    35 min

  8. 04/03/2025

    Marketing Your Brand and Your Story with Brenna Litynski

    Send us a text Why does your brand matter? Join Brenna and I while we discuss all things digital marketing for your operation as well as the intersections of agriculture and art. Brenna can be reached at blitynsk@uwyo.edu To tune into her discussion at Farm & Ranch Days 2025, please follow this link: https://youtu.be/MkNrZ4jB1qk?si=ZZji4wuvGt9Dur50 Support the show

    46 min
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"From the Cowboy State" is a podcast hosted by Makayla Getz, an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with University of Wyoming Extension, speaking with industry professionals to highlight topics about the continuously evolving field of Agriculture.

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  • Creator
    University of Wyoming Extension
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 From the Cowboy State
  • Show Website
    From the Cowboy State