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Ranch It Up Radio Show & PodcastThoughts & Comments From Angus Leadership & Cattle Industry NewsIt’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they get recaps from some of the American Angus Association Leadership Team. Plus, market reports, upcoming sales, news you need to hear and lots more of this all-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Angus Association Leadership Comment On Beef Industry While New Leadership Is Elected
American Angus Association CEO Mark McCully and Regional Director Kurt Angus...
2025-11-0927 min
The Angus Conversation‘The Party’s Over’ — How Randy Daniel Got His Start and Built His Angus LegacyFrom his early years growing up as “Dr. Dan’s son” to paving his own way in the cattle business, Randy Daniel, Colbert, Ga., has always had a keen eye for cattle. Combining that with Angus tools, he grew his cow herd and his reputation in the business — and he shares many solid bits of wisdom from that growth in this episode. A long sought-after judge, Daniel has been all across the globe evaluating cattle and gives some insight on the show ring today. This conversation covers everything from raising kids in the Angus breed to looking back on a succes...
2025-11-0454 min
The PulseRavens, Rivalries & Maryland Flavours – Lamar Jackson, Old Bay & Fantasy Football"Send us a text about this episode!"This week on the F3 Podcast Comox Valley, hosts Erin and Jonathan Frazier take you from the roar of the Ravens to the rich flavours of Maryland. They’re talking Lamar Jackson’s electric plays, Baltimore’s playoff potential, and a food scene that’s as bold and loyal as its fans.From fantasy football frustrations to pit beef sandwiches sizzling outside M&T Bank Stadium, it’s a mix of touchdowns, tailgates, and taste - that’ll keep any football fan hungry for more.BONUS RECIPE...
2025-11-0420 minThe Angus ConversationThe Angus Advantage: Discussing the Market, Research and What's Important to BreedersIn this bonus episode, new American Angus Association president Jim Brinkley joins fellow Board members Darrell Stevenson and Ron Hinrichsen to recap Angus Convention, what they learned and the conversations had among Angus breeders in Kansas City.The 142nd Annual Convention of Delegates concluded the weekend of education, fellowship and celebration. The group shares updates about newly elected leadership, strategic plans and what’s ahead.HOST: Mark McCully GUESTS:Jim Brinkley, 2026 president and chairman, has served on the American Angus Association Board of Directors for the...
2025-11-0340 min
Cultivating LeadersNavigating Criticism with Courage with Mark McCullyLeadership is easy when everyone agrees. But the real test comes when the voices get loud, opinions fracture and every decision is met with scrutiny.Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association, joins The Cultivating Leaders Podcast to share how he navigates criticism, conflict, and controversy while staying true to his mission and values. From managing 22,000 members with competing priorities to weathering social media storms and high-stakes industry debates, Mark offers a candid look at what steady, humble leadership requires today.Mark gets real about: Leading through criticism: why thick skin, empathy and...
2025-10-2256 minThe Angus ConversationTransforming the Beef Industry: Gary Smith on Asking the Right Questions and Solving ProblemsHOSTS: Mark McCully and John StikaGUEST: Gary SmithGary Smith had no plans to become a meat scientist.In this episode, Smith shares how he found his path in the industry to dedicating more than six decades helping transform the beef industry through research, education and mentoring. He highlights how far the industry has come, including the development of vacuum packaging and the important work of the National Beef Quality Audit helping shape today’s quality-focused beef industry.Smith also provides some insights on the future an...
2025-10-211h 09The Angus ConversationJames Coffey: ‘Customer First’ Mentality Wins in Business and BreedingHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: James CoffeyJames Coffey’s granddad discouraged him from returning to the farm. But he did it anyway.This episode covers Coffey’s path from business owner back to the Hustonville, Ky., farm, and details his No. 1 focus: the commercial customer. Knowing their needs turned into a large customer buyback program, which is an additional source of both revenue and data for Branch View Angus. Coffey covers how the tobacco industry shaped the cattle business in recent decades, lessons from his outside business that he can apply t...
2025-10-071h 08The Angus ConversationAlways Improving: How Optimism, Connections, Faith and Family Shape Varilek Angus RanchHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: Mick and Ross VarilekVarilek Angus Ranch was Angus when Angus wasn’t the norm. After a rough dehorning experience, Elvern Varilek turned to the breed in the 1940s, and the family has never looked back. Mick Varilek returned to the ranch after graduating from South Dakota State University, with his new bride, Lynn, and they raised three children alongside the Angus cattle. Now their son Ross and his family have done the same. They are gearing up to host their 74th annual Angus production sale this spring, but f...
2025-09-2353 minThe Angus ConversationBoard Recap: Strong Market, Member Feedback and Strategic PlanningThe American Angus Association Board of Directors met in Saint Joseph, Mo., Sept. 8-11 and covered a variety of topics including: Long-range Association objectives Research project updates Review of genomic ownership policy Association financial forecasts and entity budgets Events and opportunities to come at the 2025 Angus Convention HOST: Mark McCully GUESTS: Jonathan Perry, chairman of the American Angus Association, has spent much of his life working in the purebred business. As general manager of Deer Valley, Perry developed an Angus program that balances all economically relevan...
2025-09-121h 09The Angus ConversationThe Gamble that Worked: David and Carol Medeiros Share the Rancho Casino StoryHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: David and Carol Medeiros Starting out as first-generation Angus breeders wasn’t easy, but David and Carol Medeiros were determined to make it work. In the tough agriculture climate of the 1980s, they balanced off-farm jobs, raising kids and managing cattle near Denair, Calif. With teamwork and hard work, they grew their operation and partnered with the Dal Porto family to launch an annual production sale — now the second-longest running Angus sale in California. While their vision of the ideal cow has...
2025-09-091h 01The Angus ConversationThe Life of a Champion: Paul Hill on Raising Angus Cattle, Angus Youth and Angus EnthusiasmHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUEST: Paul Hill Paul Hill says he’s been lucky in life, but his path would indicate more than luck. The longtime Angus breeder grew up on a peanut farm and commercial cattle operation in Florida, but his lifetime in the cattle business has taken him from Missouri to the East Coast and eventually to Ohio. Paul and his business partner, Marshall Reynolds, founded Champion Hill Angus and grew it into a leading Angus program across the country, especially well known for their succes...
2025-08-261h 00The Angus ConversationJunior Takeover — Angus Entrepreneurs Build Relationships, Businesses and SkillsStarting a small business is no small feat, but doing so while also juggling schoolwork and cattle work? That's a challenge that these podcast guests have proven they’re ready to tackle. Corbin Russell, Paxico, Kan., and Kasey Meyer, Blue Hill, Neb., both grew up in the National Junior Angus Association, so they had a feel for managing chores and schedules, but they also have another thing in common: entrepreneurship. Corbin talks about starting his leather work business, while Kasey gives insights from her custom tagging and show heifer ventures. Their advice for others ranges from “try new things” to the...
2025-07-0431 minThe Angus ConversationJunior Takeover — Global Experiences Shape Angus YouthInternational experience has a way of changing people, and several young Angus producers recently got the chance to learn that firsthand. While at the National Junior Angus Show in Tulsa, Okla., Sam Jordan spoke about his time at the Royal Highland Show in Scotland, and Tucker Stagemeyer and Jonwyn Ayres recapped their World Angus Forum experience from Australia. They talked about adapting to different formats and country-specific styles while highlighting the global friendships they’ve kept up since returning home. HOSTS: Miranda Reiman, Mark McCully and Jonwyn Ayres GUESTS: Sam Jordan and Tucker Stagemeyer...
2025-07-0441 minThe Angus ConversationJunior Takeover — Finding Your Community with the Angus FamilyThere is a special sense of camaraderie found at the National Junior Angus Show each year that’s hard to describe. This episode’s guests cover finding a supportive community within the Angus breed, the challenges of traveling long distances to attend the show, and the fun and learning experiences along the way. Cailee Flood, of California, and Tripp Gibson, from New Mexico, agree that stepping out of their comfort zones has paid off in a big way. HOSTS: Miranda Reiman, Mark McCully and Kyli Kraft GUESTS: Tripp Gibson and Cailee Flood Roy “Tr...
2025-07-0439 minThe Angus ConversationBoard Recap: Research, Strategic Planning and Data RecognitionWith research and data top of mind for both the membership and the American Angus Association Board of Directors, the group’s June meeting was focused on topics and decisions to help keep the Angus breed progressing forward. This recap episode covers highlights from the meeting, including: Questions and details about livestock efficiency research funded through the Global Methane Hub Proposal of an AHIR data recognition program Heart health research update Success at the World Angus Forum Consumer research on Certified Angus Beef Upcoming business review for Angus Media regarding inflation factors Declarations for the Board Treasurer position
2025-06-0749 minThe Angus ConversationFrom the Ground Up — Musgrave Angus Built Their Operation Focusing on Function FirstHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: Tyler and Andy Musgrave Musgrave Angus wants to be known for balanced, moderate cattle that thrive in different environments. On this episode brothers Tyler and Andy Musgrave share their philosophy on using their own sires vs. sourcing outside genetics, how they’ve created outliers while also remaining consistent, and the importance of maintaining the traditional Angus “look.” From Bando 1961 to LD Capitalist, they tell the stories of some of their most well-known sires and give their outlook for the future challenge in the Angu...
2025-05-271h 04
LaneCast Ag PodcastCattle Genetics & Angus Leadership with Mark McCullyFrom Australia’s heartland to Angus operations across the U.S., the 2025 World Angus Forum in Tamworth is connecting cattle producers from 26 countries. In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane visits with Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association, for a deep dive into global collaboration, innovation in Angus genetics, and the importance of staying ahead in a competitive, data-driven world.
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2025-05-1416 minThe Angus ConversationGrowing Angus Youth, Beef Demand — Fosters Focus on Each InteractionHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: Scott and Andrew Foster At Seldom Rest Farms the business model is different than many: Angus youth are their main target demographic. Selling Angus show heifers across the United States allowed brothers Scott and Bruce Foster to bring the next generation back to the Michigan farm. Today Scott’s son, Andrew, and his family are active in the day-to-day management of the nationally renowned operation. Phenotype matters, but having an end product is also important. Hear how they balance it all, the reason they’re so invested in the ne...
2025-04-301h 06The Angus ConversationBuilding It Up and Handing it Down — The Tokach Family Talks How They Got Here and What’s NextHOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: Richard and Kathy Tokach Traditions can be a nice foundation for or a barrier to progress, and the key lies in knowing which to keep and which to use as a springboard. In this episode, Richard and Kathy Tokach talk about their return to the family’s fourth-generation North Dakota ranch and about all that’s changed in that time. After four decades of marriage — raising three kids on the operation — they now work alongside the next generation as they look to transitions and the future...
2025-04-1559 minThe Angus ConversationCapturing Angus History: A Conversation with Keith EvansSometimes you hear history second-hand, and sometimes you get to talk to people who lived it. In this episode, Keith Evans shares a little of both. As a 36-year employee of the American Angus Association public relations department he had a unique vantage for many big changes through the years. He first covers early history from proxy voting to the move to St. Joseph, before switching to changes he observed, such as the incorporation of artificial insemination to the “elephant ads.” Upon retirement from the Association, he authored, “A Historic Angus Journey — The American Angus Association 1883 to 2000.” HOSTS:
2025-04-011h 00The Angus ConversationGenetic Innovation Requires Leadership and Data — The Phenotype Paradox in the Beef IndustryGenetic innovation in animal agriculture is moving at a faster-than-ever pace, and this episode digs into the history of performance testing while exploring new technologies like computer vision, microbiome analysis and ways to collect more commercial phenotypes. The discussion covers the challenges of more data, including the labor and expense of proposing new traits, along with the opportunities to make big moves in important categories such as health and efficiency. Open-mindedness, collaboration, creativity and standardization will all be needed to make progress. What is the role of the American Angus Association and Angus Genetics Inc. in leading this change...
2025-03-1857 minThe Angus ConversationIt’s an Industry Issue: Red Meat Yield’s Challenges and Solutions with Stika and ForakerRed meat yield has always mattered to the beef industry, but there have only been mediocre tools available to quantify it. This episode covers the surprising history of the subjective measurement before switching to new technology that could completely modernize the system for the better. Every breeder knows the way to drive directional change is to first start with good data, and that’s the goal of a group of ranchers, feeders, packers and academia who are all working together to tackle this issue. HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: Blake Foraker, Texas Tech Universi...
2025-03-051h 02The Angus ConversationSurvival Through Growth, Page-turning Events and Ideas that Worked: The Poky Feeders JourneyThe cattle feeding business has not been a smooth ride throughout the years, but Joe Morgan and now his son, Grant, have found ways to ride the waves by putting the needs of their customers first. This episode covers more than four decades of cattle feeding history — the high interest rates of the ’80s, the poor beef demand of the ’90s, and so on. At every junction, Poky Feeders had “page turning” events that allowed them to survive and grow. They'll tell you what they need most from Angus breeders and what kind of cattle they need in their feedyard...
2025-02-1852 minThe Angus ConversationBoard Recap: Improving Tools, Long-range Planning, and a Ribeye Area AdjustmentAs the breed continues to make progress, the American Angus Association Board of Directors meets quarterly to provide direction on projects that will keep the Angus breed on top. This episode covered a lot of ground, including these topics: Ongoing research in Angus Genetics Inc., from validation studies to ongoing bovine congestive heart failure (BCHF) work Crafting a data recognition program Improvements to the GeneMax® test for commercial Angus females AngusLink℠ success and packer feedback A ribeye area specification adjustment for Certified Angus Beef (CAB)Changes to National Junior Angus Show competitions HOSTS: Miranda Reiman an...
2025-02-141h 03
All Roads Lead Home by Kim McCully-MobleyIt's A Dawg Gone Good World, WinstonSend us a textThis week's podcast includes an update on last week's quarterly Aurora GRO meeting and a tip of the hat to an Aurora graduate, Michael Parbury, who is coming home to open a restaurant in downtown Aurora.To say that I'm excited is a huge understatement.He has made his mark in the culinary world in Springfield and had the urge and the opportunity to come home to purchase a house and open a business. The name of the business is: Winston's: The Ol' Dawg Gone Bar & Grill. The logo...
2025-02-0704 minThe Angus Conversation‘One Bid Away’ — Bulls That Almost Weren’t Famous and Other Tales from the Bull StudsWhen Lorna Marshall, Cody Sankey or Don Trimmer hit the road for the bull studs they represent, they’re out to acquire the next great genetic package for their customers. How do they choose? How do they compete with each other and remain friends? What happens next after they’ve made a significant investment? This episode covers all of that, along with their take on the beef-on-diary trend, future challenges to their business model and what could be game changers in the future.HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: Lorna...
2025-02-041h 09The Angus Conversation‘Let’s Do This:’ The Cattlemen’s Congress StoryAs COVID-19-related cancellations mounted in 2020, it was clear exhibitors wanted a place to show and cattlemen needed a place to sell. In the state of Oklahoma, breeders got busy working their connections, and soon Cattlemen’s Congress was born. Now in its fourth year, the event featured record numbers and record-high sale averages this January. It has become a place of camaraderie, celebration, commerce and competition. This episode gathers three individuals who were there for the beginning and have been involved ever since, as they talk about its influence on the state and plans for the fut...
2025-01-2158 minThe Angus ConversationCommunity of Hope: Herbst, Carson on How the Angus Family Brings Blessings to DisasterWildfires, floods, hurricanes, tornados – when natural disasters hit cattle country, it hurts. Lives and livelihoods are changed, sometimes in mere seconds. Today’s guests, Callie Carson of Laurel Springs, N.C., and Steve Herbst, Salmon, Idaho, talk about the hope that exists in those spaces. From everybody saddling up horses to evacuate ahead of a fire to the donations that poured in after Hurricane Helene, this episode covers some of the similar threads in stories across the United States. It also touches on everything from practical preparations to mental health implications. This conversation will leave you with plenty to thin...
2024-12-171h 00The Angus ConversationIt Wasn’t Always Easy: Boyd, Schroeder on Growing Their Businesses and AngusStarting out in the Angus industry wasn’t easy in the 1980s and 1990s, but as the old adage goes: where there is a will, there is a way. Doug Schroeder, of Clarence, Iowa, and Charlie Boyd, of Mays Lick, Ky., talk about the beginnings of their businesses and the opposite end of that continuum, transitioning to the next generation. They cover the tough decisions they had to make while serving on the American Angus Association Board of Directors and the progressiveness of those before them. This episode takes listeners from the early years of “working at Hardee’s and fi...
2024-12-1154 minThe Angus ConversationHard Work Makes Luck: McCurry and Quam on Taking a Chance and Returning HomeIt’s not always glamorous but if there’s a will to return home to the ranch, there’s a way. In this episode, the American Angus Association’s two Young Breeder of the Year honorees share their path back to generational Angus operations. They suggest there’s more opportunity for young people than ever before and share the opportunities they’ve capitalized on as they’ve come. “There are people looking for somebody to step up. It’s going to be work and it could be very dirty work, but there will be a reward at the end,”...
2024-11-121h 12The Angus ConversationWhen Opportunity Meets Ambition: The Sankey's 6N Ranch StoryA judging team romance led to a lifetime of breeding cattle together. That’s Chris and Sharee Sankey’s story in a nutshell. The pair came with cattle roots, but made their own way when a lease opportunity came up outside of Council Grove, Kan. There’s no way to put a price tag on the memories made during all the miles traveled to cattle shows, but the couple says that helped them grow their kids and their cow herd both. They now meet their adult children and their families at the same locations. This episode covers their history, how th...
2024-10-301h 00All Roads Lead Home by Kim McCully-MobleyWelcoming Those 1999 Hall of Famers Back HomeSend us a textCoach Pat Woods and his 1999 brigade of Class 3 District 10 Champions will be inducted into the 2024 Aurora Houn' Dawg Hall of Fame Class next Friday, October 25th, at Kelley Field.Also included in the ceremonies will be Jane Baker and her cheerleaders, as well as local media legenda---Paul Donley, Mark McCully and Mike Edwards.Once A Houn' Dawg, Always A Houn' Dawg rings true as these gritty, spunky, relentless heroes from our past put us on the map once again.
2024-10-1907 minThe Angus Conversation“Keep Doing What You’re Doing” – A Message from the Feeding Industry to Angus BreedersFocusing on the future and creating the tools that help produce high-quality bulls for the beef industry – that's the message from the cattle feeding segment back to Angus breeders in this episode. A feeder’s top priorities are cattle that stay healthy, get big, marble well and use resources efficiently, and if cattlemen send those kind of raw materials, this episode’s guests pledge to make the most of them. If today's cattle are “high-performance athletes,” hear directly from those who are the final step in making them winners.HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCullyGUESTS:
2024-10-151h 07The Angus ConversationRules of Management: Joe and Lake Elliott on Foundational Traits and Fitting Cattle to ResourcesAngus breeders only stay in business if their customers do, too. Joe and Lake Elliott, of Robert Elliott & Sons Angus near Adams, Tenn., make selection decisions with that end in mind. Their rules of management include one-line statements like, “No bad genes in = no bad genes out” and “realize trend is not destiny,” and they help guide their program. This episode covers Lake’s path back to the family operation and the evolution of their customer base with more focused, data-driven buyers looking for value-added marketing opportunities. To them, things like disposition and fertility aren’t just nice to have, they’r...
2024-10-021h 06The Angus ConversationBoard Recap: Digging in on Fertility Research, Expanding CAB Production, Enhancing Member ServicesHow is the Association sitting financially at the end of the fiscal year? Do age of dam adjustments distort the genetic evaluation? How does Angus Media handle long-outstanding accounts receivable? How different are the $Weaned Calf Value ($W) and $Maternal Weaned Calf Value indexes? When the American Angus Association Board of Directors met this week, these questions (and many more) were discussed. From DNA sample policies to new advertising products, the Board covered the gamut of Association business. This recap episode captures some of the conversations that breeders have out in the country and how those are...
2024-09-1344 minThe Angus ConversationFrom the Homestead to a Household Name — Gardiner Talks History and Progress, Marbling and FertilityGardiner Angus Ranch started with a Kansas homestead, a willingness to work and a quest to stay curious, says fourth-generation rancher Mark Gardiner. From “pay it forward” and “there is no downside to marbling,” Gardiner shares both life advice and breeding philosophy during this episode that covers everything from the history of the ranch and their involvement in the start of U.S. Premium Beef to today. Early adopters of artificial insemination (AI), Gardiner talks of the change they’ve been able to make because of technology and access to information over the years. But in the end, it all comes b...
2024-09-031h 22The Angus ConversationThe Hard Times That Made Us Better — Gary Dameron Looks Back, AheadStruggles often lead to success, and that’s been true many times in the American Angus Association’s history. Illinois Angus breeder Gary Dameron, Dameron Angus, had a front-row seat for many of those pivotal periods in the breed’s history. From the early years of the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand to the dramatic swings in frame score, he has seen a lot of change in his career. Yet, some solid truths have remained evident: the Angus family is strong, there is power in people coming together and the next generation wants to be involved.HOSTS: Mark McC...
2024-08-2052 minThe Angus ConversationJunior Takeover — Davis and Duckworth on Breeding Cattle for the Ranch and the RingBreeding cattle that work for customers is priority No. 1, but finding those that also excel in the showring is a close second, say Tennessee Angus juniors Alexandra Duckworth and Allison Davis. On the first-ever Junior Takeover of the podcast, Mark and Miranda add National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) director Avery Mather as a guest co-host to dig into her peer’s philosophies on breeding and selecting a champion animal. Avery and Allison share their tips for getting involved in the NJAA, talk about the benefits of having a whole community invested in their future and give advice to new ju...
2024-07-0540 minThe Angus ConversationJunior Takeover — Humpert, Lemenager Share Life Advice and Getting Involved in the NJAALife is what you make it, and a National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) experience is much the same, say Brenlen Humpert and Paige Lemmenager. The two have taken different paths to their involvement in the breed but come with a similar “seize the moment” approach. In this second edition of the Junior Takeover of The Angus Conversation, they share advice for fellow NJAA members such as step out of your comfort zone and embrace new opportunities. Hear more about them and how their Angus network has shaped each of them into who they are today.HOSTS: Mark McCu...
2024-07-0545 minThe Angus ConversationJunior Takeover — Murnin, Perrier on Fostering Connections, Advocating for the IndustryMost consumers aren’t out to get the ag industry, they just don’t understand us. That’s the message that Claire Murnin and Lyle Perrier shared during the Junior Takeover of this podcast. They are poised to help change that through both day-to-day interactions and more organized and strategic initiatives. Both of these National Junior Angus Association members are taking what they’ve learned in the organization to be ambassadors for our breed. Take a listen to learn about everything from their approach and the skills they’ve developed to fill that role to what question they hoped they drew...
2024-07-0543 minThe Angus ConversationResponding to the Market, Membership: Angus Board Talks Research, Red Meat Yield, Pull-Through Premiums and Foundation Heifer PackageThis behind-the-scenes look at the American Angus Association Board of Directors June meeting gives a recap of the discussions from Oklahoma City this week. The agenda ranged from the ways a newly announced packer premium is creating pull-through demand for AngusLink to the financial health of the organization.In this episode, Board members discuss the ways ongoing research in everything from heart health to male fertility will continue to advance the breed. They cover data collection trends and encouraging more participation in programs like Inventory Reporting and MaternalPlus, and welcomed Benjie Lemon to the team in his...
2024-06-0744 minThe Angus ConversationFamous Bulls, an Angus Library and U.S. Presidents With Angus Connections — Tom Burke’s Top 10What do you get when you combine a lifetime as a student of the Angus breed with more than a half of a century of collecting Angus memorabilia? The only logical answer is Tom Burke and his American Angus Hall of Fame in Smithfield, Mo. In this episode, Tom selects his top 10 favorite items in the collection and tells stories on everything from the early years of the Angus Journal to the time he personally knew both the sitting U.S. president and vice president. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Tom Burke is...
2024-05-2156 minLaneCast Ag PodcastCattle Genetics Pay Off: Grid Premiums for Generic MeritFor the first time, cattlemen producers can earn grid premiums based on the genetic merit of their cattle, stemming from their investment in superior genetics. National Beef Packing announced the addition of new premiums on their U.S. Premium Beef, LLC (USPB) grid for qualified cattle based on their AngusLink Genetic Merit Scorecard (GMS). AngusLink value-added programs are administered by the American Angus Association® in partnership with IMI Global. American Angus Association CEO Mark McCully and Troy Marshall, director of commercial industry relations with the Association, shared more about the grid premiums and all the profit opportunity with AngusLink p...
2024-05-1323 minThe Angus ConversationThe Truth Must Be Discovered: McCulloh on Data, Validation and Authenticity When Brian McCulloh found himself in Viroqua, Wis., in 1984 to manage and grow the Angus herd at Woodhill Farms, he knew he’d be learning as he went. In the decades that followed, Brian used that as a personal motto of sorts, always drawing on his curiosity and need for answers to make improvements. Early on he selected the type of cattle he wanted to create and then stayed focused on that for his entire career, building a legacy Angus brand with his program as a result. Brian says the key has been avoiding distractions, believing in the data and...
2024-05-071h 09The Angus ConversationThe Pratts: One Marriage, Two Kids, Three Moves and the Cow Herd that Pays Their WayLife isn’t always a direct line from A to B, and Jason and Paige Pratt found blessings abound in their journey. They detail the path that took them from the Appalachian foothills to the Kansas prairie and back again. They included lessons in generational transfer along the way. The couple shares what they expect from their cows, how they built their customer base and why they think it’s so important to get involved in organizations that will help them protect their way of life. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Jason and Paige Pratt...
2024-04-231h 06The Angus ConversationA Show Project Gone Right: Byrds on California Ranching, Cattle That Feed and Grade, and Hosting a Sale in the Shadow of 9/11Dan and Ty Byrd, Byrd Cattle Co., Red Bluff, Calif., say that the best grazing land in the United States comes with its own set of challenges. From the state’s political climate to other land uses threatening to shrink their customer base, they know providing good genetics is only half of the strategy to getting repeat customers. They’re active in marketing customer calves, too. The father-son duo shares their experience in growing from a show cattle project to selling commercial bulls in an operation that now also includes female and embryo sales. Tune in to hear...
2024-04-091h 04The Angus ConversationCreate Your Type of Angus — Gabriel and Uhrig on Breeding Strategies, New Perspectives and Having a VoiceHOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman Friendships that form over Angus cattle are the type that stand the test of time. Hear from long-time friends and fellow South Dakota Angus breeders TJ Gabriel, Deep Creek Angus; and David Uhrig, Mt. Rushmore Angus, as they discuss what they’re asking their Angus cows to do. They talk maternal, terminal, weaning weights and calving ease, along with ways they’ve gotten involved with the breed at both at a regional and national level.GUESTS: TJ Gabriel and David UhrigTJ Gabriel, his wife, Jean...
2024-03-261h 10The Angus ConversationA 365-Day Long Sale Day — Ellingsons on Creating Cows and Customer Service to Serve Commercial CattlemenThe Ellingson family knows consistency, in both cattle and customer interactions, plays a role in their success. Chad and Julie Ellingson, St. Anthony, N.D., have grown their family and their Angus herd in tandem, with that next generation now taking an active role in management and breeding decisions. This episode features the father-son duo of Chad and Stetson and covers how much emphasis to place on calving ease, creating a uniform calf crop, their favorite moment of sale day and much more. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Chad and Stetson EllingsonCh...
2024-03-121h 09The Angus ConversationIn the Driver’s Seat: Schiefelbein, Leachman on Data, Game Changers and Angus MomentumIf a breed association “takes its eye off the ball” of making commercial cattlemen more profitable, it’s set to fail, says Donnie Schiefelbein, Kimball, Minn., Angus breeder. He joined breeder Lee Leachman for this episode that covers the changes in the Angus business over the decades, the data that has made a difference, and ways that coordination can produce solutions. The pair talks about the shift to grid marketing, and how to prioritize your cow herd while aiming for carcass quality. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Don Schiefelbein, along wit...
2024-02-271h 05
Progressive Cattle PodcastNCBA Cattle Industry Convention 2024 – Part 3In the third and final segment of our coverage from the NCBA national convention, the team previews the March issue of Progressive Cattle. Abby visits with Elanco's Wayne Ayers about improving conception rates with the proper vaccine strategy. Then Tyrell sits down with Mark McCully to discuss the American Angus Association's Industry Insights survey and what benefits that data can have for American producers. Finally, Carrie talks with veterinarian Brandon Treichler about developing a crisis management plan and how that can protect ranches and the people who make them so special.
2024-02-2642 minThe Angus ConversationCattle Feeders Share Their Wishlist, Predictions — Kee Jim and Mike Thoren Discuss FutureThe days of feed cards and calculators have given way to computer-balanced rations, mixed pens of cattle have become more uniform and carcass-based premiums are now figured into the target rather than an afterthought, but the main objectives of cattle feeders remain the same today as they were decades ago. Two well-known names in the cattle feeding business join us for this episode capturing their history, the kind of cattle they’re currently demanding and an outlook on the future of that segment of the industry. It covers everything from beef-on-dairy systems and roller compacted concrete to advice Angus br...
2024-02-131h 04The Angus ConversationBoard Recap: National Cattle Evaluation Improvements, Parent Protocols, the Role of Angus in Herd Rebuilding and MoreA state of constant improvement — if there was a phrase to sum up the work the American Angus Association Board did this week and the updates they heard from staff, that would be it. This episode focuses on “core” updates to the National Cattle Evaluation, a discussion around parentage protocols and a rundown of the genetic tools for commercial cattlemen (and their timeline for release). There are notes from each of the entities and the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) board and an encouraging outlook for the year ahead. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS...
2024-02-0949 minThe Angus ConversationTiedeman on Cow Type, Making Change and Having Influence Listening to your commercial customers is one of the best ways to ensure success at meeting their demand, says Jake Tiedeman, Baldridge-Tiedeman Angus of North Platte, Neb. In this episode, he recalls what it was like to grow up as Jim Tiedeman’s sidekick and covers how his family works together today. Tiedeman talks tools for change, how to make sure you’re heard by your Association and gives a look at the future. As a bonus, there's some beef product talk and a history on the family’s famous Baldridge Seasoning. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman
2024-01-3056 min
Angus UndergroundNWSS Conversations — Part 1David and Joe report from the National Western Stock Show. First, they sit down with American Angus Association CEO Mark McCully and Angus Genetics Inc. President Kelly Retallick. Then, they are joined by American Angus Association board members Darrell Stevenson, Mark Ahearn, and Smitty Lamb.Mentioned in this Episode:MontanaRanchAngus.comBruinRanch.comShadyBrookAngus Farm.comFacebook @AngusUndergroundInstagram @AngusUndergroundContact AngusUnderground@Yahoo.com or call (406) 210-1366 if you are interested in becoming a sponsor for Angus Underground.InsureMyBull.comHooverAngus...
2024-01-262h 02The Angus ConversationMore Than Raising a Good One: Sawyer, Stevenson, Toledo Talk Customer Interaction and the Perfect CowAdam Sawyer, Doug Stevenson and John Toledo have more in common than the title of 2024 National Western Stock Show Angus Pen and Carload Show judge. During this episode you’ll hear what the trio thinks about the best way to create the right animal for the right time, how to get a little bit better every day and how it felt to wear that judge’s pin in Denver. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Adam Sawyer, A & B Cattle, Bassett, Neb., and his wife Jenessa work alongside Adam’s mom, Becky, to...
2024-01-1656 min
The Beef Podcast ShowMark McCully: Innovating Cattle Genetics | Ep. 57Exploring the evolving landscape of the beef cattle industry, this episode delves into the integration of advanced genetics and modern farming practices, shaping the future of beef production. Join us as our special guest Mark McCully discusses sustainable beef production and the role of advanced breeding techniques in ensuring environmental stewardship and long-term industry viability.“Our charge as Angus Breed is to be able to deliver those genetics that can help the commercial producer make money while at the same time satisfy a consumer." - Mark McCullyWhat you’ll l...
2023-12-2753 minAll Roads Lead Home by Kim McCully-MobleyWhy, Yes, George Bailey...It Really Is A Wonderful LifeSend us a text"...No man is a failure who has friends."That's the Mark Twain quote that appears in "It's A Wonderful Life," that classic 1946 Frank Kapra classic that features George Bailey, played by Jimmy Stewart, who is down on his luck.The holidays can be challenging. Even when we celebrate--we are often dealing with stressful situations and challenges. Life is messy and often complicated. Bad things still happen to good people every single day.But those things just give us another opportunity to show the world who we really...
2023-12-2312 minThe Angus ConversationRemaining Relevant: Stucky, Yon on Access to Data, Coordination and CompetitionThere’s risk, and the faith that pushes you to take it. There’s challenge, and critical thinking and intentional action that allows you to overcome. For Gordon Stucky and Kevin Yon, their work as first-generation Angus breeders has been studded with risk, faith, thought and action. In this episode, they give advice and discuss current trends and hurdles, along with the ways they approach them head-on in their seedstock operations. They answer questions like: How do Angus breeders remain competitive? What’s the relevance of a breed association today? How do you work smarter? HOSTS...
2023-11-081h 04The Angus ConversationMcDonnells on Efficiency, Innovation, Abundant Opportunities and Disagreeing GracefullyLeo and Sam McDonnell, Angus breeders from Columbus, Mont., aren’t afraid of hard work, speaking up or taking risks. In this episode the couple covered everything from a post-Angus tour proposal and the story of the Midland Bull Test to ways that a healthy dose of conflict can make everyone better. Working in an industry with a lot of opinions has similarities to running a family ranch, and they have plenty of advice for navigating both. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda ReimanGUESTS: Leo and Sam McDonnell, Columbus, Mont., devote their time and efforts to...
2023-10-241h 04The Angus ConversationSeparate Herds, Joint Marketing: Holt, Brown Talk Records, Goals and ServiceAs David Holt and Kent Brown grew separate Angus businesses just down the road from each other, they found a natural partnership. They could do more together than they could separately. The Tennessee neighbors talk about why they went Angus, how whole herd inventory reporting will strengthen their programs and the breed, and the ways they maximized their marketing by working together. HOSTS: Esther Tarpoff, Mark McCully, Miranda Reiman GUESTS: David Holt, of Holt Farms, Livingston, Tenn., was a dairyman for the first 26 years after high school, but when he...
2023-10-111h 01All Roads Lead Home by Kim McCully-MobleyHonor. Valor. Sacrifice. Service: Thoughts About Honoring Our VeteransSend us a textSeveral of us joined together last week to help Chris Ackley place flags on the graves of some 1,100 veterans in Aurora's Maple Park Cemetery. This annual project is a nice backdrop for a Sense of Place Award we received last week from two national groups.This Signature Award will help us pay tribute to our own veterans in a variety of platforms that are getting a jumpstart this summer. I will also benefit with some more professional development in the fall in Tennessee. I can't wait.Among those set...
2023-05-3007 minThe Angus ConversationRunning Down the Road: Jacobs, Frye Talk Seedstock Marketing Then and NowThe cattle have to be good, but the customer service is what seals the deal. That’s according to Roger Jacobs, who has helped breeders sell their Angus bulls for more than four decades as a leading livestock auctioneer. When he says “service”, that includes caring about the family, creating a market for your customer’s cattle and standing behind your product. He and Ron Frye talk about hitting the road in their younger years, how the cattle and the business have evolved, and the shift to technology from DNA to video sales. They wrap up a strong 2023 bull sale sea...
2023-05-231h 07
Most of the Best PodcastMOTB 008 - Mark McCully, CEO of American Angus AssociationMark McCully, the CEO of the American Angus Association joins Trey to discuss gene editing within the industry.
2023-05-1950 minThe Angus ConversationStarting From Scratch: The Fink Beef Genetics StoryStarting From Scratch: The Fink Beef Genetics Story From a few cows in the back yard (yes, seriously) to consistently ranking among the top 25 largest seedstock producers in the United States, Galen and Lori Fink built their ranch and reputation from the ground up. Near Manhattan, Kan., they grew Fink Beef Genetics on leased ground and by renting space in commercial cows, pioneering the embryo transfer (ET) model many use today. They share the leap of faith it took to give up full-time jobs, how they generate and implement new ideas, and one of their first splurges w...
2023-05-101h 05The Angus ConversationBovine Congestive Heart Failure: An Angus Issue, an Industry Issue or No Issue At All?When there’s a challenge in the cattle business, sometimes it’s easier to point fingers than to find solutions. Bovine congestive heart failure (BCHF) has been a growing topic of discussion in the last decade, and this episode unpacks if it's a genetic problem or a management problem? And perhaps, most importantly, is it an Angus problem?Hear from a breeder, a veterinarian and a geneticist as they uncover real-world examples and research findings to help put the pieces together. Leave with an idea of what we know and what we’re hoping to know in the fu...
2023-04-251h 19
Around Farm ProgressRestoring forests, promoting beef biosecurityThis week’s episode of Around Farm Progress takes on two different topic areas. There’s a look at one farmer’s innovation in forest restoration that’s getting some attention. We also continue our coverage of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Convention with a look at topics related to beef biosecurity.Curt Arens, Nebraska Farmer, digs in on a recent story he wrote about a farmer in western Nebraska who innovated an approach to planting trees after a wildfire. Betty Haynes, Prairie Farmer, talks with Julia Herman, NCBA beef cattle specialist and veteri...
2023-03-3141 minThe Angus ConversationCorah, Nichols: Will Breed Associations, Land Grants Become Obsolete and Other Life LessonsWhen you’ve made a career out of being a lifelong learner, you’ve got a lot of wisdom to share. These guests gave us practical nuggets, visionary insight and a few laughs, too. Hear from Larry Corah and Dave Nichols, who crossed paths at Kansas State University decades ago and have been colleagues and friends ever since. They cover everything from the impact of genomics on breed registries to how incoming animal science students have changed over the years. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda ReimanGUESTS: Larry Corah and Da...
2023-03-281h 04The Angus ConversationThe Packer or the Producer — Who Has the Power to Improve Beef Quality?There was a time when the beef industry thought product quality was as good as it was going to get. Those who worked in research and development were exploring everything from pumped product to mechanical tenderization methods to increase consumer acceptance. What changed? Economic signals became more precise, beef quality quantification methods improved and cattlemen acted on the data they received. In a relatively short time, beef quality skyrocketed. So, what does the landscape look like today? What’s the next round of advancements going to bring and why should breeders care? HOSTS: Mark...
2023-03-141h 01The Angus ConversationBennett, Henderson: Bad Water, Bad Grass and Creating Cattle that WorkFrom high sulfur water and two-section pastures to fescue toxicity and hot, humid climates — Angus cattlemen operate in environments as varied as their zip codes. But do Angus cattle really belong in every corner of this country? In this episode, Texas cattleman James Henderson and Virginia breeder Paul Bennett talk about the way they design cattle that will work in the tough environments their customers operate in, from the deep south to higher elevations. What tools do they use, which ones do they wish they had and where would they move if they could ranch anywhere? List...
2023-02-2858 minThe Angus ConversationFrom Judge Selection to the First Gene Edit on the Table: The Angus Board RecapWhat do Angus breeders need from their Association? How can the breed ensure the success of its commercial customers? Those questions were applied to dozens of topics across the Board meeting agendas for the American Angus Association and its four entities this week. Here we rehash some of the most in-depth discussions from the first application for a gene edit and the changes in AngusLink to judge selection and foot scores. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda ReimanGUESTS: Chuck Grove, John Dickinson, Smitty Lamb...
2023-02-2432 minThe Angus ConversationChasing Rabbits Wasn’t Fun and Other Wisdom from Randy BlachForty years ago the beef market was “a train wreck,” says Randy Blach, CEO of CattleFax. Beef demand dropped by $250 a head, and hundreds of thousands of cattle producers exited the business. So, how did we get to 2022? Last year, the United States had the highest total beef production in the history of the industry and yet the widest spreads (Choice-Select, Prime-Choice and Certified Angus Beef-Choice). Beef demand is alive and well. Yet, as cow herd numbers decline, these next few years will be “separating years” for seedstock breeders. Time to up your game.
2023-02-1455 minThe Angus ConversationThe Stock Show: Krebs, Scott on Using the Ring to Build a Ranch, RelationshipsEldon Krebs has been exhibiting at the National Western Stock Show for more than six decades. He’s got thoughts on competition, fads and progress, with plenty of historical stories thrown in. From the grounds of the National Western Stock Show, Krebs and his son-in-law Jake Scott discuss using the show ring as a marketing tool, tips for generational transfer and who is really in charge of breeding decisions. HOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Eldon Krebs and Jake ScottEldon Krebs is a l...
2023-01-3154 min
AJ DailyGrove, Angus Board president, says: A Good Year Ahead, A Good Year BehindChuck Grove, newly elected president and chairman of the American Angus Association Board of Directors says the Angus breed has a good year ahead. The longtime regional manager and Angus breeder from Forest, Va., says cattlemen are using the tools, and he looks forward to that trend continuing. To hear more from the American Angus Association Board of Directors, visit www.angusjournal.net. Grove and fellow Board member Mark Ahearn from Texas sat down with hosts of The Angus Conversation, Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman. Listen to their interview.Visit AngusJournal.net for...
2022-11-1104 minThe Angus ConversationIn Demand — Why Angus Breeders Are So OptimisticIn this bonus episode, cover four days’ worth of the 2022 Angus Convention in about a half an hour. New president Chuck Grove joins fellow Board member Mark Ahearn to chat about optimism in the business and other hallway conversations from Salt Lake City. The 139th Annual Convention of Delegates put a bow on the weekend crammed full of education and camaraderie, and Grove shared the new leadership and discussed how they plan to tackle what’s ahead. HOSTS: Mark McCully, Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Chuck Grove, Mark Ahearn GUEST...
2022-11-0834 minThe Angus ConversationEggers, Meyer: Making Progress, CarefullyGenetic progress happens faster today than it did decades ago. Is there an ideal pace?Two Angus producers discuss how they use embryo transfer (ET), artificial insemination (AI) and natural service in their breeding programs, and how they draw on genomic and phenotypic data to make their selections in the first place.“A really good breeder told me about 30 years ago … part of this thing is getting there as fast as you can. He said, just as importantly, never back up. So, you know, try to balance risk and reward,” says Ben Eggers, Sydenstricker Genetics.H...
2022-11-0158 minThe Angus ConversationDenowh, Lowe: Keeping the Maternal Breed MaternalIt’s the original maternal breed, but are all Angus cows maternal? “The cows are kind of the employee. They have to show up. It’s our job to take care of the cow, it is the cow’s job to take care of the calf,” says Joe Lowe, Smiths Grove, Ky. Lowe; Chad Denowh of Sidney, Mont.; and Kelli Retallick-Riley of Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) discussed what it takes to have cows that work where they live and work further down the line. The trio talk data, phenotypes, tools they use and ones they wis...
2022-10-1851 minThe Angus ConversationA Good Bull vs. a Great Bull and Other Insight from Jarold CallahanWith more than four decades of experience in the cattle business, Jarold Callahan has a pretty good idea of what he expects of seedstock breeder, himself included. In this episode, the president of Express Ranches shares his breeding approach for serving a wide variety of customers. He talks the show ring versus the commercial customer, genomic technology and the recent trends in semen sales. He discusses the difference between the “good” Angus bulls and the “great” ones. “If you sell cattle that do the job that they were intended to do and don't cause them pr...
2022-09-201h 10The Angus ConversationFrom Data Submission to Depreciation: September ’22 Board HighlightsWhen the Board of Directors comes into the American Angus Association office, it’s a week full of productive meetings and extra energy all around. This episode gives a behind-the-scenes peek at some of the high-level conversations the 17 breeders from across the United States had in St. Joseph, Mo. From the growing value differentiation in feeder calves to data submission and the role of Angus Genetics Inc., they covered a lot of ground. Guests Jim Brinkley, Brinkley Angus Ranch; Jerry Connealy, Connealy Angus Ranch; and Alan Miller, Prairie View Farms; join hosts Mark McCully and Mirand...
2022-09-1639 minThe Angus ConversationFrom the Dining Room to the Board Room: Dal Porto and Connealy Discuss DecisionsHOSTS: Mark McCully and Miranda Reiman GUESTS: Jerry Connealy, Connealy Angus Ranch; and David Dal Porto, Dal Porto Livestock Decisions, especially in the cattle business, have a way of sticking around for a while; their influence felt long after they’re made. Dining room table discussions often turn into the strategy that shape Angus herds across the United States. This episode features two well-known Angus breeders to get at how they approach the things both at home and while conducting business on behalf...
2022-08-231h 08The Angus ConversationJoin the Angus ConversationBe part of the latest discussions in the Angus breed. Hear different perspectives from fellow breeders, researchers marketers and more. Join co-hosts Mark McCully, Brett Spader and Miranda Reiman in this pre-episode. It’s “get to know your hosts” with podcast goals and some future of the Angus breed thrown in, too.Don't miss news in the Angus breed. Visit www.AngusJournal.net and subscribe to the AJ Daily e-newsletter and our monthly magazine, the Angus Journal.
2022-08-1951 minAngus UndergroundIt’s a Fake WorldDavid, Joe, and Korbin talk about their takeaways from a recent episode with Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association. They address listener questions they wish they got to, and give a glimpse behind the scenes of recording. Then, they talk about $Maternal, how to prove the data when it comes to different types of scoring, and the fact that $Maternal means so many different things to so many different people. David brings up a conversation he recently had with a third-generation commercial rancher that really sums up the simple things commercial ranchers truly want, and how it’s n...
2022-04-081h 02Angus UndergroundTools, Transparency, and Making Angus Cattle Better: Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus AssociationIt’s a big episode this week as Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association joins the show. Mark first talks about how livestock judging gave him critical tools and skills that have served him throughout his extensive career and walks us through how he got to be at AAA. He provides clarity on the role of the American Angus Association, along with a few of the many organizations under the Association’s umbrella. Mark talks about the organization’s foundational pillars, including a diverse membership base, providing tools for breeders, and serving the members to make Angus cattle...
2022-03-251h 07
LaneCast Ag PodcastInnovations for Cattlemen to Maximize ProfitsSustainability and profitability go hand-in-hand in the cattle business. American Angus Association CEO Mark McCully joins the “Agriculture Conversation” discussing how the Angus Breed continues to innovate and utilize new technologies to improve cattle and provide commercial cattlemen the opportunity to maximize their profits.
2022-02-0829 min
Working Ranch Radio ShowEp 53: Does the Show World have relevance to the Commercial World?In our Cattle Industry, there’s the Show World and then what we call the Real World, commercial ranch operations. So does the Show World have relevance when it comes to our cattle industry. Today, I’m joined by Wyoming ranchers Ty & Briley Miller as we discuss this topic, also weighing in on the subject is Mark McCully with American Angus Association. We are broadcasting from the 2022 Cattlemen's Conference in OKC.
#workingranchmagazine #workingranchnation #justinmills.wyocowboy #ranchlife #ranching #ranchlife #beef #cows #livestock #cattle #dondayweather #weather #Simmental #TyMillerSolutions #ANewTradition #BlyaneArthur #angus
2022-01-0853 min
Meat SpeakThank You Farmers and RanchersThe crew pauses to give thanks to the folks who work tirelessly to put beef on tables around the world. Rancher Matt Perrier stops by to talk about the history and day-to-day operations at Dalebanks Angus in Eureka, Kansas –about 60 miles east of Wichita in the Flint Hills. Also, American Angus Association chief Mark McCully joins the crew to talk about the state of the beef cattle industry, and what the future holds.
2021-11-2351 min
MiddayKRVN Midday July 14What is typically a slow day in sports ended up to be anything but . . . We hear from Trev Alberts the new AD at UN-L and Frank Solich the form Husker coach and retiring legend from Ohio. We will also get information from Mark McCully from the American Angus Association and the University of Wyoming about Kernza.
The latest in Ag Weather, Ag News, Sports, The Business Report, exclusive interviews and the current regional news.
2021-07-1448 min
Reducing Harvest LossesHarvest losses in high yielding high value crops - Mark McCullyJo Fulwood talks to New Zealand grower Mark McCully about ways to reduce harvest grain losses in high value, high yielding crops.
2021-06-2208 min
Working Ranch Radio ShowEp 25: Angus...staying relevant to the commercial producer.In 1873 two bulls of this breed were exhibited at the Kansas City Livestock Exposition. Some considered them freaks because they had no horns and where straight black. Today it’s the largest cattle breed in the country with a branded beef marketing program like no other. Mark McCully, CEO for the American Angus Association joins us to talk about how the breed has evolved, targeted breeding programs for the commercial rancher, and improvements he feels could be made in the angus cow.
#workingranchmagazine #workingranchnation @justinmills.wyocowboy #angus #ranchlife #ranching #simmentalassociation @dayweather @delcygraham
2021-06-0353 min
FOSSdomeEpisode 9: Resources for Astronomy Art with BlenderThis week I chat about some interesting tools and tutorials for using Blender for non-visualization Astronomy stuff.
Links for this week:
Cycles X https://code.blender.org/2021/04/cycles-x/
Fulldome Production With Blender https://github.com/waystar/2019-Blender-Workshop-Materials
How to make planets in Blender https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6224Wisxwxc
Darkfall Shader Library intro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbj20u53uW8
The Shader Library https://darkfallblender.blogspot.com/p/the-shader-library.html
Mark Kingsnorth original nebula tutorial (files no longer available, but still good to r...
2021-05-0921 minFOSSdomeEpisode 9: Resources for Astronomy Art with BlenderThis week I chat about some interesting tools and tutorials for using Blender for non-visualization Astronomy stuff.
Links for this week:
Cycles X https://code.blender.org/2021/04/cycles-x/
Fulldome Production With Blender https://github.com/waystar/2019-Blender-Workshop-Materials
How to make planets in Blender https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6224Wisxwxc
Darkfall Shader Library intro https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbj20u53uW8
The Shader Library https://darkfallblender.blogspot.com/p/the-shader-library.html
Mark Kingsnorth original nebula tutorial (files no longer available, but still good to r...
2021-05-0921 minFOSSdomeEpisode 7: Open Source Astronomy Software Carte du Ciel and Virtual Moon AtlasAn update on what I've been up to and then checking out two more pieces of open source astronomy software.
Links for this episode:
Loading NASA Perseverance and Ingenuity models into Blender https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36u94eMMHuU
Sunset Meditation show from Brown Planetarium https://www.bsu.edu/web/planetarium/productions-and-show-leasing#accordion_sunsetmeditation
Mark Kingsnorth Nebula Generator for Blender https://blendermarket.com/products/nebula-generator
Cartes du Ciel https://www.ap-i.net/skychart//en/start
Virtual Moon Atlas https://ap-i.net/avl/start
2021-04-2508 minFOSSdomeEpisode 7: Open Source Astronomy Software Carte du Ciel and Virtual Moon AtlasAn update on what I've been up to and then checking out two more pieces of open source astronomy software.
Links for this episode:
Loading NASA Perseverance and Ingenuity models into Blender https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36u94eMMHuU
Sunset Meditation show from Brown Planetarium https://www.bsu.edu/web/planetarium/productions-and-show-leasing#accordion_sunsetmeditation
Mark Kingsnorth Nebula Generator for Blender https://blendermarket.com/products/nebula-generator
Cartes du Ciel https://www.ap-i.net/skychart//en/start
Virtual Moon Atlas https://ap-i.net/avl/start
2021-04-2508 min
AJ Daily3-10-21 Risk management, death tax repeal act, funding for forests/grasslands, meals for children3-10-21 AJ DailyGenetic Risk Management, adapted from a release by Mark McCully, Angus Beef Bulletin. To read more visit http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/02feb21/0221fp-B-CommonGround.html.Cattlemen Support the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021, adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. Go to https://www.ncba.org/newsreleases.aspx?NewsID=7444 for more information.USDA Invests $285 Million to Improve National Forest and Grassland Infrastructure, adapted from a release by the USDA. To find out more, go to https://www.fs.usda.gov/news/releases/usda-invests-285-million-improve-national-forest-and-grassland-infrastructure.USDA Extends Free Meals to Children through Summer 2021 Due to...
2021-03-1004 min
AJ Daily1-26-21 The Most Important NumberAJ Daily 1-26-21, The Most Important Number. Adapted from an article by Mark McCully, American Angus Association CEO. For more information, please visit http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/01jan21/0121fp-Common-Ground.html.Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to subscribe.
2021-01-2601 min
Road to Rural ProsperityEpisode 59- Shane Bedwell with Herefords and Mark McCully with AngusRon Hays reports from the first ever Cattlemen's Congress in Oklahoma City- and talks with Shane Bedwell, Chief Operating Officer of the American Hereford Association and Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association. These beef industry leaders talk about the show at the OKC Fairgrounds as well as the latest on their respective beef breeds. They also offer their perspectives on balancing the value of phenotype evaluation versus EPD genomics.
Shane's interview starts at the 3:00 mark while Mark's interview starts at the 12:27 mark.
2021-01-0825 min
AJ Daily122320 - Common GroundMark McCully highlights objectives of the American Angus Association. Read more here: http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2020/12dec20/1220fp-CommonGround.htmlVisit AngusJournal.net for more and to subscribe.
2020-12-2300 min
fiction/non/fictionS4 Ep. 5: Disability in America: Molly McCully Brown and Rebekah Taussig On Living and Writing Thirty Years After the Americans with Disabilities ActIn this week’s episode of Fiction/Non/Fiction, co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan mark the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by talking to two writers who have made important contributions to the way we talk about disability in America. First, poet and essayist Molly McCully Brown discusses her new essay collection Places I’ve Taken my Body, and reflects on the threat a global pandemic poses to populations who are already seen by society as less valuable. Then Rebekah Taussig talks about her memoir Sitting Pretty, as well as pervasive and tired ableist trop...
2020-12-031h 07
fiction/non/fictionDisability in America: Molly McCully Brown and Rebekah Taussig On Living and Writing Thirty Years After the Americans with Disabilities ActIn this week’s episode of Fiction/Non/Fiction, co-hosts Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan mark the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by talking to two writers who have made important contributions to the way we talk about disability in America. First, poet and essayist Molly McCully Brown discusses her new essay collection Places I’ve Taken my Body, and reflects on the threat a global pandemic poses to populations who are already seen by society as less valuable. Then Rebekah Taussig talks about her memoir Sitting Pretty, as well as pervasive and tired ableist trop...
2020-12-031h 11
Meat SpeakThank You, Farmers and RanchersMark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association®, and Troy Hadrick, a cattle rancher from north central South Dakota, join Bryan and Tony to discuss life on the farm: the successes, the struggles and what lies ahead for agriculture. To help ranchers like Troy Hadrick put back the pieces after a natural disaster strikes, the Certified Angus Beef ® brand created the Rural Relief Fund. All proceeds from the sale of the book, “Sheltering Generations—The American Barn,” go toward helping ensure there are ranches to pass on to the next generation. Purchase the book today on shop.Certifie...
2019-11-2655 min
All National Provisioner PodcastsEpisode 92: The effect of cattle supply, production on the current beef marketplaceMark McCully of Certified Angus Beef talks with Andy Hanacek about cattle supply and production and its effect on the beef marketplace during the 2014 CAB Annual Conference in Florida, Sept. 18, 2014.
2014-09-2209 min