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From the Cowboy StateThe Future of Agriculture with Saydee LonghurstSend us a textA 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 show2025-05-011h 00From the Cowboy StateMarketing Your Brand and Your Story with Brenna LitynskiSend us a textWhy 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.eduTo tune into her discussion at Farm & Ranch Days 2025, please follow this link: https://youtu.be/MkNrZ4jB1qk?si=ZZji4wuvGt9Dur50Support the show2025-04-0345 minFrom the Cowboy StateShowing, Sows, and the Swine Barn with Sabina WyseSend us a text307 Genetics is a local, family-run swine operation out of Powell, WY. Join one of the founders, Sabina Wyse and myself while we discuss getting started in showing pigs, nutrition, and all of the ins and outs one may not think about! This is an episode you don’t want to miss.Support the show2025-03-2034 minFrom the Cowboy StateWyoming Wool Growers and Winter Prep with Alison CraneSend us a textTune in with us as we revisit more aspects and insights into the Wyoming Sheep Industry with Dr. Alison Crane.Crane's background in small ruminant research and extension, combined with a passion for working with sheep producers and promoting the sheep industry, has led to her massive success serving as the Executive Director of the Wyoming Wool Growers.Contact at alison@wyowool.comResources mentioned during this episode:https://www.wyowool.com/https://www.uwyo.edu/anisci/outreach/uw-sheep-program/index.htmlSupport the show2025-03-0649 minFrom the Cowboy StateWild Horse and Burro Management with Dr. Derek ScastaSend us a textJoin Dr. Scasta and I while we discuss some of the troubles agencies face when it comes to wild horse and burro management as well as how horses came to America in the first place. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Information mentioned in this episode:WDOC Honor Farm in Riverton, WYhttps://corrections.wyo.gov/institutional-information/wyoming-honor-farmBLM Adoptions/Saleshttps://www.blm.gov/programs/wild-horse-and-burro/adoptions-and-salesDr. Scasta's contact info: jscasta@uwyo.eduSupport the show2025-02-2045 minFrom the Cowboy StateWomen in Agriculture with McKenna JulianSend us a textJoin us for the last episode of season one of From the Cowboy State while we discuss the newly formed Women in Agriculture (WIA) program started by McKenna in Evanston, WY. Keep an eye out for a WIA program in your county, and don't forget if there is a program you would like to see, stop in and visit with your local extension educator!McKenna can be reached at: mbrinton@uwyo.edu or (307) 828-4093Support the show2024-10-1823 minFrom the Cowboy StateSE WY Beef Symposium and Trade Show with Rob ZieglerSend us a textTune in this special episode to learn about the upcoming Southeast Beef Symposium and Tradeshow that is back thanks to UWE Livestock Production and Marketing Specialist, Rob Ziegler! Webiste to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-southeast-wyoming-beef-symposium-trade-show-tickets-969431053377If you or someone you know would like to be a sponsor but have questions please reach out to Kelly Greenwald at (307) 837-2000.Support the show2024-10-0711 minFrom the Cowboy StateWyoming Sheep Industry with Dr. Whit Stewart and Dylan LaverellSend us a textDuring this episode I am joined by Dr. Whit Stewart, our UW Extension Sheep Specialist and his graduate assistant, Dylan Laverell. We're discussing all things relevant to the sheep industry in Wyoming; from the new-ish UWE Sheep Task Force to opportunities within the sheep industry, join us for this riveting talk. Resources mentioned in this episode:https://www.uwyo.edu/anisci/outreach/uw-sheep-program/index.htmlhttps://www.wyowool.com/https://www.uwyo.edu/anisci/students/clubs-organizations/wyoming-collegiate-wool-growers-association/index.htmlhttps://www.uwyo.edu/wyowool/about.htmlhttps://www.uwyo.edu/wyowool/donations-involvement.html2024-10-0453 minFrom the Cowboy StateCattle Nutrition in Wyoming with Chance MarshallSend us a textJoin Chance Marshall from Fremont County, WY and myself while I learn along with y'all in all things cattle nutrition. From the different needs at different stages in development to the AI classes and schools Chance has kept up with/initiated. Chance comes from a 4H background and grew up on a commercial cow/calf operation so he's your go-to guy when it comes to cattle nutrition. Tune in now! Chance can be reached at: (307) 332-1018 or cmarsha1@uwyo.eduSupport the show2024-09-2040 minFrom the Cowboy StateHay Testing with Dagan MontgomerySend us a textGraduating from University of Kentucky with his Bachelor's and then Oklahoma State with his Master's, Dagan came to Wyoming with a diverse background. Join us while we discuss why testing your hay is so important and the impacts of not having your hay tested. Resources mentioned in today's podcast:https://www.uwyo.edu/barnbackyard/index.htmlhttps://www.uwyo.edu/anisci/outreach/uw-sheep-program/index.html Dagan can be reached at: dmontgo8@uwyo.edu or (307) 367-4380Support the show2024-09-0633 minFrom the Cowboy StateRegenerative Grazing with Cattle with Barton StamSend us a textBarton Stam from Hot Springs County, WY sat down with me to talk about all things regenerative grazing, working with outside partners, protein detection in herbivores, as well as what he'd tell his younger self. This is an episode you don't want to miss!Barton can be reached at: (307) 864-3421 or brstam@uwyo.eduSupport the show2024-08-2347 minFrom the Cowboy StateGrazing in Drought Conditions with Jedidiah HewlettSend us a textToday we're catching up with Jedidiah Hewlett from Converse County and discussing grazing strategies while in drought conditions and what classifies these drought conditions as well as some real-life scenarios.Jedidiah can be reached at 307-358-2417 or jhewlett@uwyo.eduResources mentioned today include:https://www.uwyo.edu/barnbackyard/https://uwyoextension.org/ranchtools/https://www.wylr.net/2024/06/28/extension-education-can-producers-afford-to-not-rotationally-graze-in-a-drought/Support the show2024-08-0940 min
From the Cowboy StateWyoming Agritourism with Hailey Sorg: Part TwoSend us a textWe're back with Hailey Sorg again this week! Join us while we finish our conversation about resources, trends, and all things WY agritourism.Hailey's contact information: hsorg@uwyo.edu or 307-235-9400Support the show2024-07-2631 min
From the Cowboy StateWyoming Agritourism with Hailey Sorg: Part OneSend us a textHailey bleeds brown and gold! Tune in to learn more about Hailey, the Agritourism industry in Wyoming, as well as great resources if you're looking to dip your toes into this field. We're also going to share a message from a beloved Wyoming born and bred country and western singer. Hailey can be reached at: hsorg@uwyo.edu or (307) 235-9400.Resources mentioned in this episode:https://www.agmrc.org/https://agriculture.wy.gov/https://duderanch.org/https://wyomingbusiness.org/https://www.globalagritourismnetwork.org/https://farmstayus.com/https://www.n...2024-07-1235 min
From the Cowboy StateHigh Feeder Prices and Cash Flow with Rob ZieglerSend us a textJoin us this week while Rob Ziegler and I discuss what these record high beef prices mean for producers, chat all things direct-to-consumer marketing, as well as the importance of input costs. Rob's contact information: 307-766-3719 or rziegle3@uwyo.eduSupport the show2024-06-2741 min
From the Cowboy StateGrant Programs for Producers with Micah MostSend us a textIn this episode we're discussing various grant programs offered that could be a great fit for Wyoming ranchers and producers looking to partner with other ranchers or their local Extension Agent as well as upcoming events happening throughout the state and in Johnson County, WY.The grant programs discussed are linked below:WY Food Coalition Land Link: https://www.wyfoodcoalition.org/landlinkwyRanch Management Ag Leadership Program: https://www.uwyo.edu/uwag/rmal/index.htmlGrowinG Beginner Farmers and Ranchers Resources & Internship: https://growing-wy.org/UW Extension Johnson Co. Social Media2024-06-1332 min