LaneCast Ag Podcast

Sheep, Strategy & Success: Voices from Industry Leaders

On this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane visits with Ben Lehfeldt, President of the American Sheep Industry Association, and David Fisher, Chair of the American Lamb Board. The two multi-generation sheep producers share insights on the current state of the sheep industry, highlighting the importance of policy, promotion, and collaboration to grow demand for American lamb. They also discuss industry challenges like labor, predators, and global competition—while emphasizing strong opportunities ahead for producers and the next generation in agriculture.
 
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Rebuilding the Cowherd with Health in Mind

As the U.S. cowherd rebuilds, Zoetis introduces the first commercially available BRD genetic predictions. Dr. Kent Andersen, Director of Technical Services, explains how Inherit Select and Connect help producers select healthier, more resilient, and more profitable cattle.
 
 
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Corn & Wheat Market Outlook 2026

Recorded at Commodity Classic in San Antonio, Lane visits with Bree Baats, Grain & Oilseed Analyst with Terrain Ag, to break down the outlook for corn, wheat and global trade heading into 2026. From Mexico’s role in corn exports to dry conditions across the West and shifting export dynamics, Bree shares key insights producers need to watch this spring. Stay informed on markets, volatility and opportunities ahead.
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$6 Calves, Drought, and the Smallest Herd in 70 Years

Cattle prices are sky-high, inventories are at historic lows, and drought is creeping back into the conversation across the West. So where does the cattle cycle go from here?
Broadcasting from CattleCon in Music City, Lane Nordlund sits down with market analyst Don Close of Terrain to break down the latest USDA Cattle Inventory Report — showing the smallest U.S. cattle herd since 1951 — and what it really means for cow-calf producers.
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La Niña, Snowpack, and What Comes Next: Meteorologist Brian Bledsoe

In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane Nordlund sits down with ag meteorologist Brian Bledsoe to break down what producers across the Northern Plains and beyond need to know about the weather ahead. From La Niña’s grip on winter and shifting Pacific patterns to snowpack, soil moisture, and long-range outlooks tied to herd rebuilding and crop planning, Bledsoe explains why forecasts change—and why staying dialed in matters more than ever. This wide-ranging conversation connects weather trends to real-world decisions for ranchers, farmers, and ag businesses navigating risk, volatility, and opportunity heading into 2026. Presented by Silveus Insurance, helping producers manage risk. https://rainins.com/
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Proof in the Premium: Verified Cattle, Real Returns

On this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane Nordlund sits down with three leaders driving the future of the beef business. Roger Wann, Angus breeder and American Angus Association Board Member from Oklahoma, shares how verified genetics and programs like AngusLink help ranchers earn more. Doug Stanton, Senior VP of Sales and Business Development for IMI Global, explains how verification and traceability build long-term trust and market premiums. And Grant Keenen, Senior Director of Cattle Procurement for Walmart, offers insight into how the retailer’s direct supply chain connects ranchers to consumers.
Together, they discuss how genetics, verification, and partnerships across the beef supply chain help producers capture the premium and keep the value — no matter the market.
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Cattle Market Signals with Randy Blach

Lane Nordlund sits down with Randy Blach, CEO of CattleFax, to discuss the forces shaping today’s historic cattle market. From supply and demand trends to global beef trade and herd rebuilding signals, Blach unpacks the latest data and economic indicators guiding producers’ decisions. In this exclusive conversation, viewers gain actionable insights to help steer their cattle operations toward sustained profitability amid a rapidly evolving market landscape. 
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Trump’s Beef Battle

In this episode, Lane Nordlund talks with NCBA CEO Colin Woodall about President Trump’s recent Truth Social post claiming credit for high cattle prices — and his new plan to boost beef imports from Argentina to lower grocery costs. Woodall says the move could hurt U.S. cattle producers, worsen the trade imbalance with Argentina, and risk animal health due to the country’s history of foot-and-mouth disease. He urges the administration to let cattle markets work and focus instead on protecting the U.S. herd and reducing regulatory burdens.
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Calf Prices and Hard Truths

It’s fall shipping season and ranchers are seeing the rewards of years of hard work. Lane Nordlund sits down with rancher and Superior Livestock Auction Representative Jake Feddes for a front-seat conversation right from the pickup during another busy shipping day.
Jake shares insights on this year’s record-high calf prices, how producers are managing contracts, and why heifer retention isn’t taking hold yet. The two also tackle the latest market volatility following President Trump’s comments on beef imports, the challenges of rebuilding America’s cow herd, and the opportunities for young ranchers looking to get their start through unconventional partnerships and co-op marketing.
From the Tracy Yards to the broader cattle industry, this is a grounded, real-world discussion about cattle, community, and optimism in rural America.
 
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Trump’s Argentina Beef Plan Sparks Rancher Backlash

President Trump says importing Argentinian beef could lower prices — but America’s cattle producers aren’t buying it. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall joins LaneCast to break down the risks for U.S. ranchers and rural America.
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