Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil Health
Clay Conry
What is the key to becoming a more regenerative ranch? How do we increase the effectiveness of our management of the Land, Animals, Money, and People that have been entrusted to us? The Working Cows podcast exists to glorify God by providing farmers and ranchers a platform to discuss and share best practices for increasing soil health, profitability, stockmanship and leadership ability.
Each week host, Clay Conry, will talk to leaders in the industry who have made the regenerative shift in their business so that their ranches are more profitable from an economic and ecologic perspective. They will discuss grazing, Holistic Management, herd health, low-stress stockmanship, leadership, and of course putting your cows to work for you.
Each week host, Clay Conry, will talk to leaders in the industry who have made the regenerative shift in their business so that their ranches are more profitable from an economic and ecologic perspective. They will discuss grazing, Holistic Management, herd health, low-stress stockmanship, leadership, and of course putting your cows to work for you.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 50min
Ep. 397 – Eric Fuchs – Walking the Regenerative Path
Eric Fuchs, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me to talk about the journey they have been on at his farm to get to more diversity. We talk about the role the Six Principles played in this journey as well as some of the things he had to unlearn from his previous education in grazing management.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsors:
SDGrass.org
RanchRightLLC.com
Relevant Links:
Soil Health Academy
Nov 25, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 396 – Jonathan and Stefan Bouw – A Journey into Grass-Based Genetics
Jonathan and Stefan Bouw of Howrey Angus and Edie Creek Angus joined me to discuss the journey they have been on to find grass-based genetics. We discuss the steps they have taken from genetics developed to thrive in the feedlot to genetics developed to thrive on grass. We also discuss the process of taking over ownership of a herd of cattle that was developed by Monte Howrey that currently runs near Sterling, ND which is nearly 400 miles Southwest of their home territory near Dugald, MB, Canada.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
Farming Without the Bank
Relevant Links:
Howrey Angus
Howrey Angus RFP Scholarship
Nov 18, 2024 • 1h 11min
Ep. 395 – Grant Vassberg – Finding Fertile Cattle
Grant Vassberg, of Bos Sires and Kallion Farms, joined me to discuss the journey he has been on to develop a cooperative for producers looking to source fertile cattle. We discuss what makes a fertile cow as well as the heritability of fertility.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
Sea-90.com/Tractor
Relevant Links:
BosSires.com
KallionFarms.com
Nov 12, 2024 • 1h 3min
Ep. 394 – Kent Donica – Learning Market Lessons
Kent Donica, a consultant with Understanding Ag, joined me once again to discuss the lessons he has learned from his career as a Sell/Buy Marketer. We discuss the importance of discipline, the roll of fear and greed, as well as things he will never do again.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
UnderstandingAg.com
Guest’s Previous Episode:
Ep. 328 Kent Donica – Succeeding with Stockers
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Nov 4, 2024 • 52min
Ep. 393 – John Kempf – Making America Healthy Again
John Kempf, host of the Regenerative Agriculture Podcast and a leader at Advancing Eco Ag, dives deep into the relocalization of America's food system. He highlights the health impacts of current agricultural practices, linking chronic illnesses to pesticides and processed foods. Kempf showcases successful collaborations, like the Dutch grocery chain Albert Heijn's partnership with local farmers, emphasizing transparency and trust. He advocates for a shift towards sustainable farming through direct consumer relationships and community stewardship for a healthier planet.
Oct 28, 2024 • 44min
Ep. 392 – Amber Bell – Ruminating with Real Ag
Amber Bell is the newly minted host of Ruminating with Real Ag. She joined me to discuss the podcast and her goals for it. We discuss lessons she has learned in this new venture with it’s broader agricultural focus.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
UnderstandingAg.com
Relevant Links:
Oct 26, 2024 • 55min
Ep. 391 – John Moody – Fighting RFID
John Moody of Rogue Food and other endeavors joined me to discuss the reasons we should fight the mandatory implementation of RFID. We also discuss his previous experiences of resisting tyranny and the methods that he has seen be effective in pushing back against government overreach. We also discuss the upcoming Rogue Food Conference in Texas where John Moody will be joined by Joel Salatin and others to discuss specifically the issue of fighting mandatory RFID.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
Farming Without the Bank
Rogue Food Conference:
Rogue Food Conference – Texas
Oct 21, 2024 • 54min
Ep. 390 – Joshua and Tara Dukart – Experiencing Breakthroughs
Joshua and Tara Dukart are Holistic Management Educators from Seek First Ranch in North Dakota. They have helped many people experience breakthroughs in their ranch businesses. They joined me to discuss some examples of those breakthroughs from a recent course they taught as well as how their approach to instruction differs from other educators. We also discuss their journey back to the ranch and the importance of accountability in our ranch businesses.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
Sea-90.com/Tractor
Relevant Links:
SDGrass.org
Seek First Ranch
Oct 14, 2024 • 1h 5min
Ep. 389 – Dr. Tom Roskos – Investing Herd Health
Dr. Tom Roskos joined me to talk about his perspective regarding managing herd health. We discuss the difference between fixing herd health and investing herd health as well as some of his preferred strategies and products when it comes to helping our herds thrive. Dr. Tom’s website is a wealth of information and resources regarding this subject.
Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding Ag!
Head over to UnderstandingAg.com to book your consultation today!
Sponsor:
Sea-90.com/Tractor
Relevant Links:
Dr. Tom Roskos’ Website
Oct 7, 2024 • 1h 2min
Ep. 388 – Gabe Brown and Luke Jones – Making the Regenerative Shift
Gabe Brown, a pioneering consultant in regenerative agriculture and soil health, is joined by Luke Jones, a specialist in helping farmers adopt sustainable practices. They dive into the surge of interest in regenerative agriculture post-COVID, spotlighting the growing consumer demand for food quality. The duo emphasizes soil health as a pivotal concern, critiquing harmful chemical practices and advocating for holistic soil management. They also discuss the integration of perennial crops and the importance of community support in transitioning towards resilient and profitable farming methods.
