LaneCast Ag Podcast

Show 45: Advocating for Oregon Ranchers - Jerome Rosa

Jermone Rosa, the Exc. Dir. of the Oregon Cattlemen's Association shares the struggles that Oregon ranchers face each day, the importance of having a voice on the state and national level and why ranchers should attend the OCA's annual convention.
https://nordlundcommunications.com/2018/08/subscribing-to-the-lanecast-podcast/

Show 44: Managing Risk on the Ranch

Drought, commodity prices, fire and other unforeseen circumstances can change the lives of ranches in the blink of the eye. AgRisk Advisors works with livestock operations throughout the western United States implementing risk management programs including drought, price, and margin protection. Aaron Tattersall joins the LaneCast and discusses how ranchers in the West are looking at new options when it comes to managing their risk.

Show 43: How to Advocate for Agriculture: Farm Bureau ACE Program

Podcast: No one knows agriculture better than the farmers and ranchers that grow the food and fiber that feeds and clothes the World. But, do farmers and ranchers have all the tools in their toolbox to advocate and discuss agriculture with consumers, activists, elected officials and others? The Montana Farm Bureau wants to equip agriculture producers with the tools they need to be an effective voice for agriculture through the Advocate, Communicate and Educate or ACE program. Chelcie Cargill shares how Montana Farm Burau members can participate in being a voice for agriculture.

Show 42: JR Vezain Talks About his Rodeo Wreck and Faith in God

JR Vezain is a man of God, lovely husband, rancher and one of a cowboy.
He suffered a broken back at a rodeo in Texas when his bareback horse flipped over on him on September 22nd. JR is a man of faith who is an incredible advocate for the sport of rodeo and lives his life for Jesus Christ.
JR and his wife Shelby, ranch near Melstone, Montana and need prayers and help with J.R.s road to recovery.
I spoke to JR on the phone from the hospital, and I am in awe of his faith, determination, and positive attitude he has in the face of this challenging situation. To listen to my conversation with JR click play on the link below.
It doesn't matter if it is in the rodeo arena or out on the farm or ranch when someone has fallen on hard times communities come together to support those who are down. Even if you do not know J.R. and Shelby Vezain, please consider helping this young couple with a monetary donation and a few prayers each day.
https://nordlundcommunications.com/2018/09/supporting-jr-shelby-vezain/

Show 41: The Art of the Cowboy and Shop Talk

Cowboy hats come in all different styles, shades, shapes and sizes. The cowboy hat is an iconic part of the cowboy wardrobe and there is a lot that goes into making and shaping them.
Today's LaneCast AgPodcast is with the one and only Larry Shores, owner of Westrends. He has been shaping cowboy hats for cowboys, city slickers, world champions and even down on their luck ag broadcasters for over 40 years. He has some great stories and you may learn a thing or two about shaping your lids!

Show 40: A Powerful Voice for Ranchers: Public Lands Council

In 1968, ranchers from across the West signed off on a new concept of advocacy for public lands ranching. For the last 50 years, the concept that became the Public Lands Council (PLC) has represented the cattle and sheep producers who hold public lands grazing permits. The PLC advocates for these western ranchers who preserve our nation’s natural resources while providing vital food and fiber to the nation and the world.
Ethan Lane, Executive Director of the PLC sat down with Ag. Broadcaster Lane Nordlund and shared how the PLC has created a permanent seat at multiple tables for the nations public lands ranchers and advocating for the multiple use of the nations public lands.

Show 39: Encourage & Enhance Collaboration In The Montana Beef Industry

The Montana Angus Association feels it is important to involve Montana State, as our land grant university, in the production of Angus seedstock to enable MSU to conduct research and educate students on the Angus breed and seedstock operation systems.
The goal is to provide a registered Angus beef cattle herd and management system that optimizes opportunities for MSU’s students and faculty. The MSU Angus Program will:
• Provide a future platform for excellence in teaching and research.
• Encourage and enhance collaboration with the Montana beef industry.
• Offer opportunities through collaboration with MAA and its members for student interaction, job opportunities, and internships within the beef industry.
• Develop teaching and research programs that reflect the needs of beef producers in the state of Montana.

Show 38: Steward of Public Lands: Rancher Chad Osguthorpe

Chad Osguthorpe and his family are apart of the more than 22,000 cattle and sheep producers who hold public lands grazing permits. Public land ranchers, like Osguthorpe, maintain 250 million acres of U.S. public land. Osguthorpes raise sheep in Utah. The Osguthorpe family grazes sheep in on the resort in Park City, UT. That is where the Public Lands Council is set to hold it's 50th Annual Meeting at the end of September.
On today's podcast, Chad discusses the importance of ranching on public lands, why young agriculturists must get involved in advocacy, a few tips on what you can do in Park City and much more!
https://farmingandfightingmd.wordpress.com/
https://www.facebook.com/J12ranchandlivestockLLC/
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Show 37: At the Kitchen Table Matt and Bonita Cremer

Podcast: Ranching and Rodeo. Lasting legacies the Cremer family has given the state of Montana. Matt and Bonita Cremer, owners of Sweet Grass Land & Cattle, let me join them at the 'At The Kitchen Table' at their ranch near Melville, MT. We shared a cup of coffee and a conversation about ranching, estate planning, leadership in agriculture and much more.
Picture: Bonita Cremer
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Show 36: At the Kitchen Table: Farming iHemp in Montana

Industrial Hemp (iHemp) is an emerging crop in Montana and is growing in popularity through a pilot program sponsored by the Montana Department of Agriculture. There is a lot of questions and misinformation about the crop across the countryside. To learn more about the history, in's and outs, and hoops growers have to jump through to plant iHemp I headed to the Johnson Ranch north of Conrad, MT.
Colby Johnson and his family have been growing iHemp through the pilot programs for two seasons now, and they are excited about the possibilities the new crop will bring to their farm.
https://montanafarmersunion.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/iHemp-Fact-Sheet.pdf
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