LaneCast Ag Podcast

Inside the Tariff Talks: Senator Daines on U.S. Beef & Ag Exports

In this episode, Montana U.S. Senator Steve Daines joins Lane to break down his recent high-stakes visit to China and Vietnam—where U.S. beef, wheat, and potato exports were front and center. Senator Daines explains what expired licenses, tariffs, and fentanyl sanctions mean for Montana’s ag exports and whether relief may be on the horizon. Plus, how a 20-minute phone call with President Trump could shape the future of U.S. ag trade.
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Ag Innovation Over 50 Years: How ServiTech Stays Ahead

Lane Nordlund chats with Erin Woodward, Key Feed Accounts Manager at ServiTech, about their 50-year legacy in feed and forage testing. From a single soil lab to serving producers in 45 states and 10 countries, ServiTech helps optimize livestock nutrition, crop production, and farm efficiency. With ISO 17025 accreditation and a focus on new technologies, they continue to drive sustainability and profitability in agriculture.
#AgInnovation #LivestockNutrition #ForageTesting #FarmEfficiency #CattleFeed #SustainableFarming #AgPodcast #50YearsAndGrowing

EPA’s WOTUS Update: Ranchers Weigh In

The long-debated Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule is shifting once again, with a major announcement from EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. Speaking in Washington, D.C., Zeldin pledged to finalize a WOTUS definition that is simple, durable, and aligned with the Supreme Court’s Sackett decision. Mary-Thomas Hart, Chief Counsel for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), welcomed the announcement, saying it signals a move toward regulatory certainty after years of legal battles. The revised rule aims to focus on truly impactful water features while reducing federal overreach on private land. Hart encourages farmers and ranchers to stay engaged in the rulemaking process and voice their concerns.
 
#WOTUS #AgPolicy #NCBA #Farmers #Ranchers #CleanWaterAct #farming #cattle #livesock #water #cleanwater

Death Tax, Profitability & Predator Control: Ranchers in D.C.

In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, host Lane Nordlund talks with Lesley Robinson, president of the Montana Stock Growers Association, about key agricultural policy discussions taking place in Washington, D.C.
Robinson shares insights on producer profitability, efforts to repeal the death tax, and ongoing conversations regarding the Endangered Species Act and grizzly bear management. She also touches on the challenges young ranchers face with land prices and loan accessibility, as well as concerns over USDA layoffs affecting local services.
#Agriculture #Ranching #MontanaAg #CattleIndustry #FarmPolicy #AgAdvocacy #EndangeredSpeciesAct #DeathTax #TradePolicy #USDA #CattleRanching #MontanaStockGrowers #CalvingSeason #FarmBill #AgPodcast #ProducerProfitability #WesternAg #RanchLife #CattleConversations #LaneCast

Sheep Ranching, Trade, and the Farm Bill with Rancher Ben Lehfeldt

Recorded at the U.S. Capitol following his testimony before the Senate Agriculture Committee, Montana sheep rancher Ben Lehfeldt joins LaneCast Ag Podcast to discuss key issues facing the sheep industry. He highlights the need for risk management tools, trade policy reforms, and the role of sheep in land management. Lehfeldt, president of the American Sheep Industry Association, also stresses the importance of fixing the H-2A guest worker program, which is critical for sheep producers but becoming increasingly costly due to state-imposed wage mandates. He urges policymakers to address these challenges in the upcoming Farm Bill to ensure the industry's long-term sustainability.
#SheepIndustry #FarmBill #Agriculture #Ranching #SenateHearing #Montana #AgPolicy #FarmEconomy #BenLehfeldt #SheepFarming

Tariffs, Trade & Taters: A Deep Dive from Washington, D.C.

In this episode of The Lancast Ag Podcast, host Lane Nordlund reports from Washington, D.C., at the National Potato Council's Washington Summit. He’s joined by Matt Lantz of Bryant Christie Inc., a trade expert specializing in market access for agricultural commodities. They dive into critical issues affecting U.S. ag trade, including tariffs, global trade policy shifts, and export challenges—particularly for U.S. potatoes, pulses, and specialty crops. The conversation covers the impact of changing trade policies, market opportunities in Mexico, India, and China, and the evolving role of U.S. agriculture in global markets.
#AgTrade #Tariffs #USDA #Potatoes #GlobalMarkets #FarmPolicy #TradePolicy #AgExports #CapitolHill #Agriculture #MeatAndPotatoes #FarmBroadcasting #AgPodcast #USAg

Livestock Market Edition: Cattle Markets Fluctuate as Cash Trade Weakens

The Lanecast Ag Podcast: Livestock Market Edition for February 14, 2025, reports weaker cattle markets, with live and feeder cattle futures under pressure and cash trade slipping. Boxed beef prices also declined, while auction markets saw mixed trends, with some feeder cattle gaining while others trended lower.
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Livestock Market Edition: Cattle Market Realities in 2025

In this special LaneCast live from CattleCon 25, Lane Nordlund sits down with Don Close, Senior Animal Protein Analyst at Terrain, to break down the latest January 1st Cattle Inventory Report. They discuss key market trends, cattle on feed numbers, the state of herd rebuilding, and the role of dairy cattle in the beef industry. Don shares insights on the impact of drought, the age of the cow herd, and what it will take to trigger expansion. They also dive into beef demand, the influence of bird flu on protein markets, and what producers should watch for in 2025.
Don’t miss the Sandhill Red Angus Sale on Tuesday March 4, 2025. Details here: https://www.sandhillredangus.com/
#CattleMarkets #BeefIndustry #CattleCon25 #HerdRebuilding #Livestock #Agriculture #CattleInventory #BeefDemand #Drought #DairyCattle #MarketTrends #Terrain

Livestock Market Edition: Record Cattle Prices Sweep the Nation

This week on LaneCast Ag Podcast: Livestock Market Edition for the marketing week ending 1.24.25, he covers record-breaking cash and futures cattle markets. Lane highlights bullish trends, the results of the January Cattle on Feed report, and local market updates from Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, Nebraska and more. Don’t miss insights on what’s driving these historic prices!
Check out Sandhill Red Angus: https://www.sandhillredangus.com/
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Complete Chaos: The Corporate Transparency Act

With a injunction temporarily back in place pausing enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act, uncertainty still looms for business owners. In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Kent Bacus from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) breaks down what this injunction means, the potential penalties for non-compliance, and how future congressional actions or a Trump administration could shape enforcement. Stay informed and prepared—tune in for expert insights!
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