Casual Cattle Conversations is the podcast for beef cattle producers and ranchers to explore new ideas and hear stories that will help them improve their current management practices. Shaye Koester - Wanner connects listeners to other cattle producers and beef industry experts to discover what management practices, industry trends, current events and inspiring stories are impacting today’s beef cattle industry.
Episodes
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Host Shaye Wanner speaks with Jared Ranly, a veterinarian and backgrounder, about effective strategies for receiving cattle and enhancing profitability in the beef industry.
Jared shares his extensive experience in the cow-calf and backgrounding sectors, emphasizing the importance of health protocols, nutrition, and technology in managing cattle operations – specifically how Performance Beef positively impacts the profit and confidence of cattle feeders.
The conversation also highlights common challenges faced during the receiving process and the significance of maintaining good veterinary-client relationships and accurate record-keeping for better decision-making.
Learn more about Performance Beef: https://bit.ly/47PxY3W
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cattle Conversations
00:55 Jared's Background in the Beef Industry
04:05 Receiving Cattle: Key Steps and Protocols
10:05 Challenges in Receiving Cattle
14:02 Technology and Profitability in Cattle Management
22:01 The Importance of Record Keeping
23:58 Final Thoughts and Advice
Connect with Shaye: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/
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