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Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#155 The CA Labor Challenges w/ Dan and RyanAfter successfully avoiding talking about the biggest challenge facing the California sheep ranchers, Ryan and Dan dive into AB1066 and the challenges the interpretation of that law has created. Lots of generalizations for an extremely complex issue, we hope it gets some good conversations going2025-03-121h 02Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#154 Centralized Food, Fragile SystemsRyan and Rosie recorded 12/13/24 about emerging diseases, outbreaks, investigations, and responses (appropriate or otherwise). Since this recording new developments may have come to light. Seek guidance from your local sources.
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1. During this episode we use the aviation industry and its black box mindset as an example of an industry that is able to use data and field reports to inform changes to minimize accidents. Accidents still happen. For anyone affected by the recent flight incidents we give you our most sincere condolences.
2. It wasn't made super clear in this dialogue as...2025-02-0355 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#153 - Dan and Ryan talk sheep stuffRyan and Dan recorded 11-15-242025-01-2351 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#141 Lamenting over an Epic Lambing SeasonRyan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch catch up after a busy lambing season. How is success measured? Any noticeable difference? [Dr. Busch mentions at one point that she thinks of thiamine deficiency with animals that have a rumen since the thiamine is produced by rumen microbes. While that is true, pre-ruminants (young calves, lambs, and kids) need thiamine from their milk diet. If lambs aren’t eating enough they can absolutely show signs of thiamine deficiency!] Always learning something…2023-11-1544 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#130: Lambing BarnsIf you have a structure for lambing all ewes, just ewes and lambs that need some TLC, or you’re in the dreaming/planning stage, this is a great episode for you. Ryan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch talk about their favorite features of lambing facilities.2023-02-1558 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#129: Pastures and People With Joe FischerRyan catches up with Angus Underground podcast star and SSESK friend Joe Fischer. Joe quiz’s Ryan about weaning and where is seasonal grasses are and Ryan learns how to read and graze in trees. The conversation then jumps into an excellently inspiring bit about working with people and building relationships. Enjoy 2023-02-101h 19Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#127: It’s Season 4! 😱The first episode of 2023. It’s amazing. It’s raining in California! Ryan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch talk all things weather and water especially. 😁 Thanks for being a listener. Let us know what you want to hear.2023-01-1850 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#119: Unconventional ConversationsRyan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch have a casual conversation about conspiracy theories, cultural norms, and lots of random stuff. Rosie has had way too much time traveling alone and has been thinking a lot about the incredible unique qualities of the places and people she gets to work with. What did you take away from this conversation?2022-11-021h 06Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#118: 5000 lambs laterRyan and Dan talk about flushing ewes and what affects it has on a lamb crop. Then they discuss what we’re the causes of Ryan’s early lamp crop and when/if he should make changes to the breeding program.2022-10-261h 04Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#117: Lambing Barn LiveDr Busch and Ryan sit down in the lambing barn and discuss a variety of things Ryan has seen over his lambing season. We were planning on posting this next week but due to popular demand(Mr Blakeman) here you go!2022-10-2055 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#116: Lambing Reflections - I wish I knew now what I didn’t know thenDan and Ryan get caught up about all sorts of ranch and farm things. Even some important sheep things ewe should know. Ryan’s starting lambing so he talks about it a lot. And Dan makes obscure rock-n-roll references…2022-09-3055 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#110: Sheep to ShirtRyan and Dr. Rosie Busch talk about what Ryan learned at the wool mill in North Carolina! Then we go down a major rabbit hole of the value of American wool to the infrastructure and the hard working people that make it happen. Enjoy2022-08-1057 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#107: Ryan and Dan together in person talking about stuffRyan and Dan talk goals, goal setting, and how to not overachieve. Enjoy2022-07-201h 15Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#106: The Multispecies Grazingverse of RadnessDan and Ryan discuss multi species grazing and get a little detailed on how and why it works in Ryan’s ranch. Could it work for Dan? Listen and find out.2022-07-131h 01
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#104: Southern Grass Ranching with Travis KropfTravis Kropf from Ozan Creek Farms joins Ryan for a discussion about livestock production in Arkansas. Travis is a multigenerational rancher with a passion for grass management. Follow Travis on Instagram @ozancreekfarms to see more about his farm2022-07-061h 03Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#101: Sheep Systems: Just a fractionRyan and Dr. Rosie Busch talk about the different sheep operations they’ve seen and what makes them so unique. It’s very clear more sheep vacations are needed for Dr. Busch.2022-06-0858 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should Know#100: Big Lambs and ImportsDan and Ryan discuss two issues that American Lamb producers have been dealing with for years. Aged out heavy lambs (known as old crop lambs) and imported lamb. We hope this inspires some thoughtful industry debate on these challenges.2022-06-011h 10Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowAccelerated Lambing with Dr Richard EhrhardtDr Busch and Ryan sit down with Dr Ehrhardt from Michigan State University to discuss the basics of accelerated lambing. We dive into the basics of how and why it can work. Even if you’re not utilizing accelerated lambing, many of the principles discussed work in any production system. To learn more about Dr Ehrhardt and his work check out his site at https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/richard_ehrhardt2022-05-261h 11Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowFeedlotsRyan and Dr Busch talk about feeding lambs and feedlots and how they fit into the larger lamb production system2022-05-1156 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowSheeponomicsDan and Ryan. They actually talked about custom grazing too.2022-04-2055 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowSheep and Goat Dairy ChatDr. Busch shared her knowledge on some of the basics about goat or sheep dairies. Ryan proves that he literally knows nothing about goats and less about dairy. Make sure to message him on Instagram @californiasheeprancher plenty of questions on this topic. He learned a lot and hopefully you will too. Enjoy!2022-04-1358 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowPerfect Planning…..Forget That, Just Get in the ScrumDan and Ryan chat about planning for perfection but ultimately conclude that the best way is to get your hands dirty and learn from doing.2022-03-2357 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowA tale of tailsRyan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch talk about the important considerations that are made when it comes to preventing disease and protecting flock health. Tail docking is an important topic, and today we hope to add to that conversation.2022-03-1653 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThe Ram-bling Gambling ManLoads of banter. Then, Dr. Rosie Busch and Ryan talk about the mental preparation or mindset that comes with being in agriculture. The rollercoaster, the amazing opportunity, and the constant learning.2022-02-2343 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowVal-ewe of a VeterinarianIntegrity, compassion, dedication. The values that veterinarians uphold. Empathy, resilience, local economies. The values that your local veterinarian brings to your community. Ryan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch discuss the antibiotic rule changes that will sweep the nation in 2023 and really get into the value that your veterinarian-client-patient relationship can bring to your operation. Connect with us on Instagram @californiasheeprancher @ucce.sheepngoat @flyingmule2022-02-021h 04Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowVideo Markets with Brad PeekRyan and Dr Busch are joined by Brad Peek from Western Video Market and discuss the recent changes to the ways and options of marketing your lambs. Price discovery is the subject of years of study and its pretty much solved in today's episode. Apologies for the below the highest quality standard we normally have, Ryan set up the mics wrong and deserves all the blame. please send complaints to @californiasheeprancher on IG2022-01-2625 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowHow many directions can ewe runDan and Ryan catch up and talk about evaluating risks of loosing leases and planning for things ewe may knot want2022-01-1245 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowChangeDan and Ryan banter about sheep and how we could start thinking about adjusting our sheep to fit the evolving markets.2021-12-2240 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLegends: Duncan McCormackRyan sits down with California sheepman, Duncan McCormack. They discuss his history and the industry in general and shares insight into the connection between a shepherd and their sheep.2021-12-0249 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowGrazing AlfalfaDr Busch and Ryan talk about grazing alfalfa and why it’s so important to the California Sheep production system. The benefits and some of the challenges it brings and how grazing alfalfa is not the same in every area2021-11-2444 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLeasing and tenant stewardshipDan and Ryan have a delightful conversation about landlord/lessee relationships and how they both approach them. This episode is as much a good listen for landowners as it is lessees.2021-11-1051 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThrough The StormComing through a recent record setting rainstorm Dr Busch and Ryan talk about dealing with losses, treatment of livestock during a weather event, and how to move forward after a loss2021-11-0455 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowPlanting PasturesDan and Ryan talk through the process of planting an irrigated pasture for their sheep ranches. Lots of great nuggets of information from Dan in this one.2021-10-2058 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWho Influenced EweDr Busch and Ryan reflect on people who have helped inspired them and what/how they did. Also how sometimes they don’t even know they influenced ewe……2021-10-1338 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowDefining LocalSome buzz in CA is buzzing about the need for more small processing facilities to support local farm to fork movement. Dr Busch, Dan, and Ryan sit down to talk about the issue and end up going on a plethora of tangents. Please enjoy2021-09-291h 15Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThe Long HaulRyan and Dr. Busch talk about the value of longevity. With a smattering of economics, disease control, goal setting… Let us know your thoughts. @sheepstuffeweshouldknow2021-09-2248 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowResilient RanchingDan and Ryan talk about managing through the drought and staying resilient. How to keep resilient throughout the challenges of an unpredictable climate.2021-09-0850 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowRam RecoveryDr Busch and Ryan discuss what Emigh Livestock does with their rams in the off season and how important recovery is after a season of working.2021-08-1146 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowRichard Hamilton - Build it BetterRichard Hamilton and Ryan sit down and discuss Hamilton Bros ranch and how they developed their ideal sheep and cattle for their environment over the course of 60 years. If you are interested in genetics at all, give this unique interview a listen from a man who’s family has done it for generations!2021-07-2850 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowBezoars & BooksRyan Mahoney and Dr. Rosie Busch discuss sheep terminology, including Rosies list of words that sometimes feel undefined for many. They also talk about sheep and husbandry related books. 2021-07-071h 04Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowMore Money, More ProblemsDan and Ryan explore the financial impact of drought combined with high markets and how to manage increased cash flow. Missteps in a good market, plus an unfortunate market swing could leave your ranch in trouble. Hopefully their discussion sparks some quality questions ewe can ask your account.
2021-06-3054 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowHold on! There be animals in the parking lotDr Busch and Ryan talk about animal handling. Especially when things go wrong. Also discussed is how different animals react differently even breed to breed or ranch to ranch.2021-06-1653 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowBuilding Bridges with BarnsDan and Ryan talk about many great things. Among them are common questions Dan receives as an adviser plus they explore what is often overlooked or misunderstood when someone jumps into sheep ranching.2021-06-091h 03Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowDeep Tracks - Covid and Drought ReflectionsWhat a difference a year makes! Dan and Ryan reflect on the changes the past year has brought and the on going drought. End of the episode has a bit on favorite shepherding literature as well!2021-05-2648 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowScanned in Two Shakes of a Lambs TailRyan and Dr Busch invite a special guest, Dr Jason Bravos, to tell tails (tales) of preg scanning sheep in the Montezuma hills.2021-05-191h 01Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowMarket EruptionsDan and Ryan banter about the drought....again. And then get into the current market conditions and what’s shaking and making lamb prices move.2021-05-0548 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowDrought RuminationsIn this episode, Ryan and Dr. Busch ruminate on a buffet of topics. From making the most of feed in a dry year, to challenges you might see with diet changes, and a little bit on what makes ruminants so cool... the rumen!2021-04-2848 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWhy WoolDan and Ryan dig deep into the importance of paying attention to wool. Sheep are a dual purpose animal, providing both fiber and meat for our society. Unfortunatly, our US industry has focused on meat and often neglecting the value of the wool. This episode provides a few simple tips to improve your clip and how to begin to realize the value of your wool by first understanding it. 2021-04-1452 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowReady the RamsDr Busch and Ryan talk about what happens at Emigh Livestock prior to ram turnout. This is really exciting stuff. 2021-04-0745 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWho's the Teacher; Who's the StudentDan and Ryan tackle mentorship in the sheep industry. Mentors play a huge roll in passing industry knowledge to new generations of shepherds & shepherdesses. We hope you enjoy this reflection on the people who influenced our ranches and how they left an impression, often without even knowing they did. 2021-03-2443 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThe Time In BetweenToday Dan and Ryan talk about the time in between lambing and weaning. Though often overlooked, the time between having the lambs born and getting them weaning is critical to a successful ranch or farm. Proper attention to nutrition, parasite control, and understanding when to wean, all either add value or costs your sheep ranch money. We hope you enjoy and this conversation inspires discussions about how to improve your ranch.2021-03-1751 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWhy Should Ewe Worry About Bio-SecurityDr Busch joins Ryan and Dan again to talk about some different diseases and try to begin to understand what ranch biosecurity means. This year's American Sheep Industry's annual meeting included a talk about the foot and mouth epidemic that hit the UK in the early 2000s and what happened to ranchers as a result. This presentation really opened our eyes to the reality of the real possibilities of a pandemic hitting the sheep industry and why its important to understand our risks and what the plans that are in place will do to our ranches if something like foo...2021-03-101h 01Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowQ&A with Ryan and DanDan attempts to ask a handful of questions from listeners and Ryan successfully runs down tangents and ends up talking about sheep things completely unrelated to the original question!2021-02-2447 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowDirect Meat SalesRyan quizzes Dan about the challenge of navigating the USDA regs around custom processing and selling the wonderful lamb you grow to you neighbors. We touch on the background as to why the regulations are in place and hope that some regulators are listening to our podcast, especially when we discuss some of the exemptions other proteins have. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording!2021-02-1758 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWeaning LambsDan quizzes Ryan about his lamb weaning practices and challenges him to explain why he does what he does. When deciding best practices for your sheep ranch, it is always important to know all the assets you have and use your pastures and feed the best way possible. Throw a drought into the mix and a successful rancher needs to get creative. We hope you enjoy this episode and as always, leave a review and message Dan (@flyingmule) or Ryan (@californiasheeprancher) any topic ideas, questions or concerns2021-02-1041 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowPasture Lambing PrepDan details his pasture lambing system and how he sets it up to complement the genetic disposition of his sheep. Ryan and Dan also discuss how things might or might not change if his system is scaled up or down. Also, be sure to contact Dan @flyingmule on instagram to sign up for his upcoming pasture lambing school.2021-02-0349 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWelcome Back to Year 22021 is starting off with a substantial drought developing in CA. Dan and Ryan both talk about how their different operations are being effected and how they cope with stress. Ranching means being all things everyday and the mental stress of a drought added on top can be a breaking point for some people. We hope listeners realize there are many of us out there going through the same struggles and be intentional about being attentive to those farmers and ranchers around them. Looking forward to another great season of Sheep Stuff Ewe Should Know! 2021-01-2745 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowHow do Ewe Handle DroughtDan and Ryan discuss their different approaches to managing this livestock during a drought and some of the different ways to view a drought as an opportunity. All sheep ranches face the risk of a drought and Northern California is driving straight into one. But there are ways to manage drought risks, and owning and running a flock of ovines is one of them. This episode also wraps up our 1st season. Big thank you to all our guests and thanks to Mr Kidwell for professionalizing our audio. Season 2 will start in February! DM Ryan(@californiasheeprancher) or Dan(@flyingmule) on In...2020-12-0949 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThe Glorious Imperial ValleyFresh off his trip to Imperial Valley, Ryan explains how and why it is such an important part of the American Sheep Industry. Especially for winter feeding. It is the heartbeat of our national grass based feeding system and also helps extend the traditional fall oversupply of lambs into the spring, helping to provide year round quality product to American Consumers. 2020-11-2543 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowHow many Ewes do you haveDan & Ryan get into the question that all ranchers get, 'How many sheep do you have?' Mostly this episode explores why size doesn't really matter when it comes to defining if your a sheepman/woman. what matters is you understanding of what your doing and a willingness to listen. the value small flocks bring to an industry and how starting a small flock might be an underestimated side business for anyone looking for a little extra money. 2020-11-1850 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowAn Overseas LambventureRyan and Dan get the opportunity to visit with Kurt Portas of Palliser Ridge Farm in New Zealand. Kurt provides some brilliant insight into how they run and manage successful farms in NZ. Be sure to check his farm out at PalliserRidge.co.nz 2020-11-1154 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowBe Your best EweSheep. Ovines. Lambs. Wool. Ram. These are key works that help us appear on more topic searches. Ranching brings many challenges and even opportunities to overwork yourself. Today Dan and Ryan talk about working smarter not harder and what they do to maintain their mental health. Also in the discussion is a bit about building employee culture and how to encourage co workers to become the best selves. Enjoy2020-11-0447 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThe Future of Renewable Fiber: "Ewe Shear it off and it Grows Right Back"Dan and Ryan talk about the future of renewable fibers, mostly wool but we mentioned cotton, silk, and other renewables. They also discussed the importance of a quality wool market is to a successful ranch. Wool can be difficult to market these days, but with some creativity and inspiration it can be done! Wool is an amazing fiber that checks all the demand boxes for the modern consumer. Hopefully their discussion will spark some ideas and begin some discussions that are the seeds of change for product that has allowed humanity to live in luxury for thousands of years!2020-10-2855 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLambing Update - From the middle of a 14-hour workdayRyan gives an update on what's going on in the lambing barn during the peak of the busiest time of year, when the majority of his lambs will drop within a 3-4 week window. 2020-10-2144 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLivestock Handling - Low Stress or No Stress?Sheep producers Dan Macon and Ryan Mahoney discuss animal handling techniques they've learned over the years. Differences between Temple Grandin and Bud Williams facilities designs, the use of dogs in herding, sorting lambs, and more.2020-10-1453 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowMastitis Mayhem w/ Dr Rosie BuschMastitis is the American Sheep Industry's leading cause of culling. It effects anywhere from 10-60% of a given flock in the US. To say it's an issue is quite the understatement. Dan and Ryan sit down with Dr. Busch to better understand what this disease is, how it progresses through a herd, and what steps can be taken to mitigate it. The ewe is the core of all our our sheep ranches and udder health is essential to the ewe's longevity and the lamb(s) health. Ryan and Dan both left the discussions with changes to their operations. We hope y...2020-10-071h 02Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLambing 101 - PreparationAs Lambing season closes in on Ryan's operation, Dan grills Ryan as to how he prepares for a successful lambing. How to prepare a lambing kit, what to do with the ewes, how to manage feed during the last trimester and the days before and after giving birth. There are even a few tips on how to handle the animals when moving them. Lambing season is where the years crop is made. Only once the lambs are born do you have something to sell. Its a busy critical time, but probably the most rewarding for every sheep woman or man...2020-09-3049 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWho Ewe Culling NowIts culling time! well not really, its just talking about culling time! Dan and Ryan share with each other their culling procedures and how to strategically keep or not keep sheep. A lot of productivity and efficiencies can be gain or lost through the culling process. It is also essential to herd health. Dan shares his 'scorecard' method to help him evaluate the whole ewe and avoid single trait selection, and Ryan shares his method of evaluating rams. What makes a ewe a cull at lambing, weening, preg-scanning? are all discussed. 2020-09-2352 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWhen the World is on FireApologies for the reverb, we were unsuccessfully attempting to Instagram live and record at the same time. Anywho, today's episode is all about the current wildfire situation in CA. Dan and Ryan don't have all the answers; instead they have a honest discussion of how are we here? How do we begin to talk with non-agricultural interests about preventing these disasters and put everything on the table? Climate change, custom grazing, timbering, firebreaks, urbanization of the forest, proper staffing, the importance of local response, volunteer crews, access to livestock during an event, they touched on everything. We hope this discu...2020-09-1657 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowTech Talk for LivestockRyan sits down with Jon Kidwell to talk about the successful failures they've made by spending money on 'technology.' Over the past 7 years, Emigh Livestock have invested heavily in new technology. They've developed their own livestock/feedlot management software, implemented RFID eag tags, improved handling systems and yards, improved accounting software, began using drones, and even tried to buy gps ear tags for their cows. This is an honest discussion of the thought process leading up to investing and how they recognized failures or successes in their sheep and cattle business. 2020-09-0941 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowAn Outside LookThis week Dan and Ryan are joined by Dr. Tina Saitone, Cooroperative Extension Specialist in Agricultural and Resource Economics, to discuss the fall out from the MSR bankruptcy that is currently rocking the industry. 2020 has been a disrupter for the US Sheep industry and the bankruptcy of one of the largest packers has been a large part of this disruption. This episode is not one of sadness and blaming, it is instead an attempt to understand the implications of what has happened. Dr Saitone offers a valuable, outside the industry, perspective based on her experience working in other agricultural comm...2020-08-3151 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowWhat's for Dinner?Dan and Ryan take a break from the seriousness of business planning, financial analysis, animal husbandry, pasture care, and other on farm work, to move into their kitchens to discuss the delicious side of the business. Ryan prepares some rack chops while discussing how to buy, prepare and enjoy lamb. Dan gets ready to make lamb burgers Ryan's kids even crash the recording for a while. This episode is best enjoyed with a fine beer, whiskey, or lemonade and your favorite lamb dish. Don't forget to rate us 5 stars and even leave a glowing review as it helps keep us goi...2020-08-2045 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowEvaluating Ewer opportunitiesDan and Ryan continue on last week's topic of basic financial tools and how to apply them to while evaluating a new opportunity for your sheep ranch. Adding value is a hot topic in ranching these days and some advice is given to help define the lines between 'adding value' and creating a new enterprise. Directly marketing your lambs of wool can provide some great opportunities to add revenue to your farm but one must be careful to not hide costs associated with taking your products to another level of the production. Sheep, Lamb, wool, custom grazing all can add...2020-08-1547 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowBaaaaaaaad BusinessDan and Ryan take a look at the basic tools to financially evaluate how the business side of the ranch is doing. The purpose and difference between a balance sheet, income statement, & cash flow statement are discussed and then applied to both Dan & Ryan's ranching experiences. Be it sheep, cattle or crops, agriculture is run on thin margins and has a huge cash demand. We also explore the importance of building a team of people to give advice and help guide a ranch top success. Most importantly, how to relate to and interact with a banker. We hope you enjoy...2020-08-061h 07Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowSheep Researching on the RangeDan & Ryan sat down with Dr. Bret Taylor and discussed some opportunities for improvement and how the USDA, ARS Sheep Station is filling that need. Plus the importance of sheep on the western range landscape.
Dr. J. Bret Taylor is the Research Leader and Director of the USDA, ARS, U.S. Sheep Experiment Station near Dubois, ID. The focus of his program is keeping profitable and responsible sheep enterprises on the range. Specifically, his research addresses the livestock production-wildlife interface, alternatives to antibiotics, selenium metabolism in ruminants, improving lifetime production yield of range sheep, managing shrublands and sage...2020-07-3059 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowTools of the TradeDan and Ryan talk about shepherding tools of the trade. 2020-07-0957 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowFamily RanchingThis week guest host Joe Fischer, @bruin_ranch, joins Ryan to discuss family values and how the ranching lifestyle influences their family life. 2020-07-041h 05Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowSheep on the RunDan and Ryan talk about traveling the country and world in search of sheep. Also hidden among the travel discussions is a sub-conversation on the logistics of buying, freighting livestock and the reasoning behind a 'fair weighing condition/payweight. 2020-06-2536 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLegends: Richard 'Dick' EmighDan and Ryan get to sit down and interview Mr. Emigh. Richard 'Dick" Emigh has run sheep his whole life and over his 91 years seen it all. Such a blessing to listen in on the wisdom acquired over a lifetime of experience. 2020-06-1849 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowLivestock Guardian DogsDan educates Ryan on LGD basics. how to choose them, qualities they should express, and why they are such an essential part of so many ranches.2020-06-1354 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowTech Tools to Better Manage DataDan and Ryan discuss some of the best available tools for collecting, storing, and using information about individual animals to inform operational decisions. Then, most importantly, how investment in tech returns value back to a ranch.2020-06-0447 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowKeeping Healthy SheepIn this episode Dan and Ryan talk about some of the basics of vaccines and antibiotic usage in sheep and the necessity of having a relationship with a veterinarian.2020-05-3045 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowThe Art & Science of Finished LambsAfter a quick recap of the CFAP industry relief program Dan and Ryan talk about the roll of a feedlot in the sheep production system.2020-05-2146 minSheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowPondering Perfect PasturesThis week Dan and Ryan discuss pasture management. Grazing rotations, nutrient supplementation, noxious weeds, and the difference between sheep and chickens are explored. 2020-05-1556 min
Sheep Stuff Ewe Should KnowA Good Place to StartRyan and Dan discuss the diversity of sheep and some of the steps you should consider when evaluating what breeds may be the best for your ranch. 2020-04-1139 min
Goose Droppings with Blake and RyanBuilding a successful custom bow business with The Little Ladybug founders Jane & Jessica O'Rourke | Goosehead Insurance | Mahoney Manhart AgencyIn this episode of our Around the Town series we sit with the founders of The Little Ladybug. Jane and Jessica O'Rourke talk about how they have built a successful business making custom bows for little girls out of the comfort of their home.
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Ryan Mahoney and Blake Manhart of Goosehead Insurance-Charlotte sit down with Craig LePage of LePage Johnson Realty powered by eXp.
Partnering with Shelley Johnson back in 2011 they have become one of the leading real estate teams in area. Craig shares some of the things that he attributes to their success in building one of the top performing real estate teams in the Charlotte/Lake Norman area. Craig also discusses the reasons...2019-03-1323 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanIs bundling home and auto insurance really saving you money? | Insurance | Ask The Flock 3In this episode of Ask the Flock, Blake Manhart and Ryan Mahoney of Goosehead Insurance-Charlotte discuss whether or not bundling your home and auto insurance with the same company actually saves you money.
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...2019-02-1912 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanCulture, marketing and a new business model with Brad Lorkovic - Full interview - Around the Town 012In this episode, Ryan Mahoney and Blake Manhart talk to Brad Lorkovic about company culture, power of choice, and the Goosehead model.
Brad Lorkovic has been with Goosehead Insurance for 10 years and has seen the company grow tremendously over the years all the while keeping the culture in tact attracting great people to Goosehead.
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2019-02-1413 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanCulture is KEY! -Brad Lorkovic shares the importance of the culture of GooseheadThis is a quick clip on how Goosehead has grown over the years but one of the things that has remained constant is the positive culture of the company.
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...2019-02-1300 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanJade Stanford with Christian Brothers Automotive - Around the Town 002In this episode we talk to Jade Stanford, owner of Christian Brothers Automotive in Concord, NC.
Jade talks to us about how his shop and the many ways he and his team are serving God and the community.
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Podcast: https://anchor.fm/gooseheadinsurance2019-02-1110 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanLoan officer, Andrea Kindley talks to us about what it takes to be a top producer in her industry
In this episode we talk with loan officer, Andrea Kindley, and her team.
As one of the top producing mortgage teams in the Charlotte/Lake Norman area, closing well over 100 homes each year, we talk to Andrea and her team about what makes them a leader in the mortgage industry.
If you are a loan officer or realtor we hope this will bring you value and inspiration to go out there and crush it.
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...2019-02-0709 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanIt is within us that matters, be kind, it makes a differenceOn this episode Ryan talks with his neighbor Jesanne Roden Reynolds who is raising her son, Wes, who has apert syndrome.
They talk about some of the challenges they have faced and how she is using their experience to spread awareness through the community and schools about apert syndrome.
Our hope is that this episode brings you a lot of inspiration and serves as a reminder that it is within us that matters.
We all have our challenges it is how we handle and face them that...2019-02-0110 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanIn this radio interview Blake discusses the in's and out's of homeowners insuranceHave you ever wondered what is and what is not covered on your standard homeowners insurance policy?
Listen as Blake discusses and answers some of the most common questions we hear when it comes to homeowners insurance.
Hope you enjoy.
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...2019-02-0112 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanQuick clip on why it's important to build and maintain relationships in businessDuring an open house event I had a conversation with a local realtor around the importance of building solid relationships.
Listen as this local realtor shares his experience with a relationship that was started 20 years ago.
If you are not building relationships how are you building your business?
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Follow us on: 2019-01-3101 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanHow local artist, Jillian Michalske, started her business in a parking lot - Around the Town 011In this podcast we sit with Jillian Michalske of Creative Designs by Jillian.
After being let go from her previous job, Jillian took the opportunity to pursue her passion in art.
Listen as she tells the story of how it all began by selling her art in a parking lot.
Hope you enjoy.
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...2019-01-2910 minGoose Droppings with Blake and RyanWhy content is important for real estate agents - Around The Town 010In this episode we sent down with Chris and Dana Pape of Papemore Real Estate.
New to the real estate industry Chris and Dana discuss the importance of video content and how Chris leverage's his previous experience as a video editor to branding themselves in the Charlotte/Lake Norman area.
Chris pitches a great idea for his next video and we can't wait to see it. Listen to what he has to say and leave us your comment.
Chris and Dana stay true to who they are and it shows...2019-01-2822 min
Goose Droppings with Blake and RyanAdding value and building relationships with George Richardson - Around The Town 009George and his wife, Elisabeth run AgentXperts which was developed to coach real estate agents on branding and social media.
In this episode George talks to Ryan Mahoney & Blake Manhart from Goosehead Insurance Charlotte, about how he is giving back to his realtor referral partners, fine dining across the globe and his first impression of Blake(you don't want to miss this one). George and his wife, Elisabeth run AgentXperts which was developed to coach real estate agents on branding and social media.
Please leave us your comments and don't...2019-01-2716 min