LaneCast Ag Podcast

Livestock Market Report: $2,000 calves, higher cash cattle market and the latest World Ag Supply and Demand Report, revealing a promising outlook for cattle and beef markets in 2024 are discussed. Discover how production forecasts have surged, influencing price trends and trade dynamics. Auction summaries from livestock markets in Wyoming, Montana and Colorado are shared. Find out firsthand reports from key livestock auctions across the West, where feeder cattle prices are skyrocketing, offering insights into industry trends and market dynamics.

The Texas and Oklahoma Panhandle wildfires have grown to over a million acres and the situation is far from over. On the latest LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane talks with Texas and Southwest Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Jay Foster about the fire and efforts underway to assistant ranchers and the communities impacted by fire. Also, Lane share more on a South Dakota law that will ban nations like China from owning agriculture land in the state. 
https://tscra.org/disaster-relief-fund/
https://westernagnetwork.com/south-dakota-takes-stand-against-foreign-land-ownership

With the release of the 2022 Census of Agriculture, the number of family farms and ranches continues to decline as does the number of acres in food and fiber production. Lane shares his reaction and comments from Sec. of Agriculture Tom Vilsack on the census. Also included in this episode are comments from Montana rancher Rusty Ellis on how the Death Tax impacts producer profitability. Finally, what will calf prices be in 2024 and the talk around herd rebuilding with CattleFax’s Randy Blach.
Producer Profitability: Rancher Panel at Montana Stockgrowers Convention https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygA1axKvnJU&t=12s
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The latest LaneCast Ag podcast delves into the complex and sensitive issues of estate and succession planning in agriculture. Brought to you by Bank of the Rockies, the conversation focuses on everything from the financial intricacies on taxes, lending, and strategic timing, while also examining the optimal moments for ownership transfer from a tax perspective. Experts include Dr. Gary Brester, Professor Emeritus at Montana State University and Grant Gattis, CPA with Pinion.
This podcast aims to equip listeners with the knowledge and strategies needed to cultivate a prosperous and sustainable future for their agricultural enterprises.
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It is increasingly crucial for cattle producers to distinguish their livestock in the market. As more feeders look to buy cattle with Angus influenced genetics, AngusLink℠ value added programs help buyers identify cattle from producers who have invested time and resources to separate their calves from the rest. Western Ag Network’s Lane Nordlund sat down with Troy Marshall of the American Angus Association (AAA), Doug Stanton with IMI Global and Montana Angus breeder and AAA board member Darrell Stevenson.

Fencelines & Headlines Topics:
Calf Market Update
Arkansas Says “No” to Chinese-Owned Ag Land
NILE Stockshow and Rodeo
PRF Enrollment
Ranchers Promote Livestock Genetics

Western Ag Network’s Fencelines & Headlines: • Canola farmers look to fill renewable fuels need. • McCarthy out as Speaker, the impact to agriculture. The National Potato Council and National Cattlemen's Beef Association share their insight. • Kindergarten Cowman: Western Ag Networks Rachel Gable publishes latest kids’ book! Preorder now:
https://www.rachelgabel.com/product-page/kindergarten-cowman-preorder
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What impact will the vacated Speaker of the House position have on U.S. agriculture? Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council and Ethan Lane, VP of Gov. Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association share insight on the unprecedented event.

Fencelines & Headlines Topics:
• More oversight of foreign investments in U.S. agriculture
• Sheep industry on foreign lamb imports
• Labeling of lab-grown dairy and meat imitators
• Montana Angus Association honors Bob Cook

Carbon credits are a big topic of conversation for farmers and ranchers. Many are still asking what are carbon credits and who owns them? During the National Red Angus Convention in Denver, Agricultural Economist Dr. Jordan Shockley from the University of Kentucky discussed the carbon market. Shockley said it's essential for farmers and ranchers to approach carbon contracts with caution and thorough consideration.