Casual Cattle Conversations

Effectively Advocating for the Beef Industry

Courtenay DeHoff shares her story as a Kansas ranch girl who has adopted the television host and city life in Dallas, TX. She shares key insight and tips on how to advocate for the beef industry and get started with the process of sharing stories about agriculture. 

The Value of Working in Multiple Sectors of the Beef Industry

Tom Brink, the current CEO of the Red Angus Association of America, shares his story of working in multiple sectors of the beef industry and the value that comes with it. He also offers advice on what skills and traits employers are looking for in their employees. 

Improving Grazing Management with Jason Rowntree

Are you interested in how to improve your grazing management or the future of this area of the industry? Take a listen to Jason Rowntree for insight and advice in these areas. This honest conversation talks about what you can do today to make positive changes. 

The Story Behind the Voice of the Podcast

Have you wondered who the host is and why she started this podcast? This brief episode explains the purpose behind the podcast and the story of Shaye Koester.

Pursuing the Ranching Dream with David Schuler

David Schuler shares his experience of returning home to the family operation upon graduating college. He offers honest advice about returning home and discusses the challenges and rewards this decision offers. 

Improving Ranch Management_Burke Teichert

Have you ever wondered what the common mistakes of ranch management are or what some keys to success are? Take a listen to Burke Teichert share his advice after spending a lifetime managing different ranches.

Leadership in the Beef Industry

Have you ever wondered how leadership in the beef industry and your community will impact your ranch? Listen to this episode to hear advice from Melvin Leland. 

Balancing a Second Job with Ranch Work

Here's some advice from Tony Ballinger who balances a second job with ranch work and family life. Tony shares his advice on managing time and staying focussed to keep moving in the right direction. 

Returning to the Ranch After College

Hannah Borg shares her story of returning to her family's diversified operation directly after graduating from college. This episode is full of advice about what it takes and is like to return home and work with family. 

Returning to the Ranch and Starting a Side Business

Take a listen to Bruce Ketchum as he shares his story of starting a custom AI business and transitioning through generations on his family ranch.