Cattleman’s Corner Extended Edition

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Episodes

  1. APR 12

    Brandi Iverson Extended Interview on Cattleman's Corner

    A well rounded interview from our co-host David L. Woodruff with Central Montana Rancher and Businesswoman Brandi Iverson. Business Endeavors Brandi Iverson, a former schoolteacher from rural Central Montana, transitioned to entrepreneurship by acquiring a business selling wild rags—cowboy neckerchiefs. This move allowed her to stay home with her children more often while sustaining financial stability. Her business, based in Montana, follows a model where the production is handled by a team of sewists paid per piece, allowing flexibility given her remote location. This setup, which emphasizes local production and fair compensation, has successfully exceeded her previous teaching income. Ranch Operations and Challenges Brandi, alongside her husband, manages a ranch in Petroleum County, Montana, focusing on soil health and sustainable practices such as high-intensity rotational grazing. They handle about 750 cow-calf pairs across both deeded and leased lands, with the goal of improving plant and soil health. The family has faced challenges such as water management, unpredictable weather conditions, grasshoppers, and a fire that required pivotal operational adjustments. Community and Learning Brandi's passion extends to soil health education, taking part in various seminars and workshops, often provided by local organizations like Winnett ACES (Agricultural Community Enhancement and Sustainability). These efforts are important in their small, rural community to foster learning and interaction. Technology and Lifestyle Despite the challenges posed by isolation, modern technology aids in maintaining her social connections. Her husband is training for a pilot's license to expedite travel between their scattered properties. Family and Personal Notes Brandi emphasizes the importance of family and work-life balance. Her family's involvement in rural community services, including volunteer firefighting, underscores their commitment to both their agricultural operations and their community. Future Aspirations and Community Ties The interview highlights the potential for future projects, like introducing horses for 4-H activities for their children, and further utilizing technology to streamline operations. Brandi values community ties and learning from other ranchers to improve her practices continually. The conversation also provides insights into her husband’s aerial ambitions, which reflect a regional trend of using planes for ranch management efficiency.

    36 min

  2. FEB 27

    Lauren Frick of Twin Creek Ranch

    Lauren Frick from Twin Creek Ranch shared the story of how she and her husband, both with backgrounds in animal science and meat science, developed their ranch in Kansas after taking over a cow herd three years ago. They focus on breeding Simmental cattle for their maternal and carcass qualities. Their interest in this breed is rooted in Lauren's lifelong involvement with it, and the ranch aims to raise cattle that can thrive without intensive management. Lauren also spoke of her experience with livestock judging, which she became involved in during college and has greatly influenced her perspective on cattle breeding. The couple values hands-off ranching and is enthusiastic about bringing their bulls to market. The ranch is preparing for its second annual bull sale scheduled for March 7th, facilitated through an online platform, DV Auctions. The sale will be conducted as a bid-off to provide buyers with flexibility and an opportunity to view the bulls at Waldo, Kansas, while the bidding is held online. The sale will transition into extended bidding at 6 p.m., allowing potential buyers to place bids until there are no new bids for five minutes.   LINK TO AUCTION 3/7/26 Twin Creek Ranch - Simmental Bull Sale Lots | Twin Creek Ranch

    9 min

  3. 05/11/2024

    Gary Godley on The Cattleman's Corner

    Listen in to this valuable archived interview by the late Howard Hale with Angus Seedstock Producer, Gary Godley.

    7 min

  4. 02/26/2024

    Keith Flake on The Cattleman's Corner

    Welcome to the Cattleman's Corner, sponsored by The American Gelbvieh Association. Here's our host David Woodruff... --------- We're talking to Keith Flake. Flake ranch is out south of Apache Junction. We're here just east of Apache Junction or Mesa, Gold Canyon area between Apache Junction, Queen Creek, Orange Junction. About 50 sections of state lease. We don't own an acre and part of it's being developed. Part of it is overrun with recreationists. The desert floor is brilliant green. You got, how much rain did you get to get that grass cover? There, as I recall, about three one inch rains and the spacing was pretty good. We figured the desert is going to make like a crop. It's going to put on seed, but it comes fast. And then when it turns 100 degrees, it goes fast. The mesquite beans, there may be some. Or when you get a year without any rain, the trees don't put any beans? Oh, it varies from year to year. The most, probably see the first bean in the middle of April. And then it'll be another two or three weeks before there's much of a crop. We used to keep her decals here year round and they were really bean harvesters. The beans are important. They're just not as important as they used to be when we were here year round. ----------- Listen in for the rest of the story!

    18 min

  5. 02/20/2024

    Art Handel on The Cattleman's Corner

    Welcome to our extended version of The Cattleman's Corner with Brian Hale. Howard Hale produced the program from 1994 until his earthly departure in in 2023. Art Handel, longtime field man for the Hereford Association is with Howard Hale for this classic interview on the progression of the cattle business. LISTEN IN! https://www.cattlemanscorner.com Website and 2 minute radio program sponsored by The American Gelbvieh Association. This program sponsored by Green Gold Natural Healing and Hale Multimedia.

    16 min

  6. 02/02/2024

    Taylor Will on The Cattleman's Corner

    Taylor Will of Advanced Ag Products is at CattleCon 2024 representing his company and we had a chance to catch up with him to find out more. Listen in as we find out about the importance of gut health in our cattle herd. The product is By-O-reg+ and it is leading the industry. Whether a brood cow or feedlot operation, our products will aid in the creation of a stronger more sustainable bottom line by developing a healthier, stronger, more efficient animal. Improves performance Strengthens immune function Supports fertility Sustains gut integrity Reduces stress For more on their Beef formulation, visit https://byoreg.com/species/beef/ This episode is sponsored by GreenGoldNaturalHealing.com ----------- CattleCon is where the beef industry meets! We’re Onward to Orlando January 31 – February 2, 2024. Only at CattleCon will you find education, networking, business, advocacy, and fun for the whole family under one roof.

    4 min

  7. 02/02/2024

    Rolf Flake on The Cattleman's Corner

    Meet Rolf Flake of Gilbert, Arizona   Our Host David Woodruff is a cowboy poet in his own right, but he had a chance to catch up with the legendary Rolf Flake from Arizona for today's edition of the Cattleman's Corner Extended Edition.   From his facebook page - Rolf was born in Snowflake, Arizona, in 1931 and was raised on the family ranch. He married his wife, Jean, 57 years ago. They raised six children and now have 30 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren. His son Reed, and grandson Skyler, carry on the fifth and sixth generation cowboy heritage.   Rolf’s cowboy poetry career began in 1981. Since then he has written over 200 cowboy poems. He has recited in Elko, Nev., several times as a featured poet, and at the Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering in Prescott each year since its beginning. He has been featured at gatherings in Utah, Nevada, Texas, New Mexico and Colorado, as well as gatherings in Sierra Vista, Safford, Wickenburg, and Apache Junction. His poetry book, “Cloud Watchers“, has won several awards. He has produced two CDs of cowboy poetry; “Western Verse or Worse“, and “Cowboy Heritage“. Both of these albums were nominated as best albums by the Academy of Western Artists in successive years.  - Sponsored by Lynn Owens in memory of Ray Owens

    6 min

  8. 01/30/2024

    Mike Callicrate on The Cattleman's Corner

    Listen in to this special archived 2021 interview by Howard Hale with cattleman Mike Callicrate. Who is Mike Callicrate? Listen in to find out! Mike Callicrate, the founder of Ranch Foods Direct, is a rancher, business entrepreneur and family farm advocate. Considered the “go-to expert” on the negative consequences of industrial meat production, he served as an advisor for the films Food Inc. and FRESH and for several best-selling books including Fast Food Nation and The Omnivore’s Dilemma. A native of Evergreen, Colorado, he earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from Colorado State University in 1975 and then moved to St. Francis, Kansas, where he began his career in farming and ranching. In 2000, he formed Ranch Foods Direct to sell high quality naturally raised beef directly to customers. Since then, it has grown into a prominent, well-respected marketing outlet in the community for small farmers and artisanal food producers from throughout the region. Today Mike’s farm follows a multi-species regenerative agricultural model, using the natural synergies between cattle, hogs and chickens to optimize the health of the livestock and the land. Ranch Foods Direct is a meat packing facility and local farmer’s retail market delivering healthful, high quality, naturally tender meats and foods to consumers direct from the ranch. Our goal is to foster a business that benefits both ranchers and consumers. Our processing and distribution systems assures incomparable quality, wholesomeness, eating satisfaction, and a mutually rewarding relationship of trust and responsibility between the rancher and you the customer.

    15 min
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