LaneCast Ag Podcast

Wildfire Crisis: Ranchers Reduce Risk for Catastrophic Wildfires

As Canadian wildfire smoke fills the air, cattle and sheep producers are sharing their role in curbing the risk of catastrophic wildfires. As the U.S. East coast is inundated with smoke, it’s a scenario for those that live in the West know all to well. The Public Lands Council’s Kaitlynn Glover shares more about the role cattle and sheep producers play in forest and grassland management. Along with their calls to see more tools and resources put into place to aid in wildfire management.

Sackett v. EPA: What the Decision Means

With the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Sackett v. EPA, what does the decision mean for farmers, ranchers and landowners? What happens to the Biden WOTUS Rule? That and more is discussed with legal expert and NCBA Chief Counsel Mary-Thomas Hart in the latest LaneCast Ag Podcast on the Western Ag Network. #wotus #watersoftheus #EPA #cattle #builders #scotus #ranch #farm #farming #tractors #biden #bidenadmin #joebiden #cattle #bigbudtractor #supremecourt #legal #goverment #governmentregulations #environment #water #beef #wheat #barley

Another Grasshopper Plague? 2023 Forecast

Grasshoppers have plagued parts of Montana and surrounding states for multiple years in a row. Bringing destruction in their wake for farmers and ranchers. What is in store for summer 2023? Gary D. Adams, USDA APHIS State Plant Health Director for Montana, shares the predictions for the chances of grasshoppers in 2023 in the Big Sky State.

What in the Weather?!?!?

Oldman winter does not want to let go in the spring of 2023. Meteorologist Jason Laird shares his predictions for what farmers and ranchers can expect the weather patterns to be moving into late spring and summer. Is the forecast good or bad? Listen and find out. Watch the video podcast here: https://youtu.be/ibFHUEIwjXk
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Preventing a Precedent: Federal Government to Sh00t Estray Cattle in New Mexico

The U.S. Forest Service announced they will begin aerial gunning of cattle in the Gila Wilderness beginning Thursday, February 23. New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association Loren Patterson, attorney Karen Budd-Falen and Rachel Gabel with the Fence Post Magazine and Western Ag Network share their perspective on what they are calling a “dangerous precedent."

No Profit = No Sugar Beets, Government Shooting Estray Cattle In New Mexico, Cattle Market Updates

LaneCast Ag Podcast Stream: 2.9.23 Sugar beet famers share their story to Montana sugar plant closure. Other headlines: Federal Government shooting estray cattle in New Mexico, cattle market updates with rancher Turk Stovall and much more!

Navy SEAL Turned Rancher - Greg Putnam

Greg Putnam with the Little Belt Cattle Co. shares a quick glimpse into his life as a Navy SEAL turned first generation rancher. During our chat, we prepare a mouthwatering Mishima Reserve American Wagyu ribeye, and Greg shares his unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in the livestock business.
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The Montana Beef Enhancement Program

Montana ranchers Jimmy Taber and Jim Steinbeisser discuss why they support The Montana Beef Enhancement Program. The purpose of the proposed program is to enhance profit opportunities for Montana Beef producers. bit.ly/3GF1Nqp

Perspectives On The Cattle Business – Joe Goggins And Jerry Connealy

As U.S. cattle producers battle drought, high input costs and all the issues that impact agriculture, leaders in the cattle business are optimistic about the future. Montana’s Joe Goggins and Nebraska’s Jerry Connealy share their perspectives on what the future holds for cattle producers.

Equipping Ag: Jr. Red Angus Association and Preparing for Drought

In this two-part episode, Junior Red Angus Board members Natalie Evans & Mitchell VanderWal discuss their roles in advocating for the livestock industry. Rancher Jared Clark with Silveus Insurance shares an update on important programs to help ranchers manage risk in the countryside.