Lifestock Podcast

A topic I feel we must continue to discuss with one and other is mental health. I had read Cynthia’s latest article in the January edition of the SSGA’s Beef business magazine and thought it was just spot on. Then a listener and friend reached out and told me very personally that my discussions on metal health on past episodes he had enjoyed and helped him in a way.  This episode recaps portions of the article and is a conversation with an expert and friend that understand what we live day to day and the pressures of living the lifestyle we do.  You’re never alone. When you want to talk people will listen.  If you feel like now is a good time for a chat with someone, here are some Resources we discussed in the episode: Free Mental Heath Services in Saskatchewan SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network Inc www.saskagmatters.ca [http://www.saskagmatters.ca/] Online Therapy Unit www.onlinetherapyuser.ca [http://www.onlinetherapyuser.ca/] 306-337-3331 Counciling Connect Saskatchewan councelingconnectsask.ca/crisis-services [http://councelingconnectsask.ca/crisis-services]  Suicide Crisis Helpline Telephone: 988 Thank you to the Saskatchewan Stock Growers for access to the publication and permission to share: https://issuu.com/skstockgrowers/docs/beef_business_january_2025/32?ff [https://issuu.com/skstockgrowers/docs/beef_business_january_2025/32?ff] Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: * Klassen Industries  * Bovigen Reproductive Services * Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Our first discussion and venture into the Purebred Dairy sector. I asked Garry nearly a year ago to join me for an episode. We have been bouncing back and forth on some recording dates and were able to make it work.  I’ve always been intrigued by Garry's story shared from mutual friends, then when I set into making some notes there was so much to talk about I feel like we only hit on two thirds of it. From a young man that has the passion of purebred dairy cattle grown within as he shared the experience with his father, to owning an auction mart. If you've been in the business for any length of time, I think we all can attest that owning a mart is not for just anyone, it is a whole new world. From the interview I also hope you can tell that milking cows for a living is not for the faint of heart either! That's 24/365 no question.  Where Garry and I first hit it off and why I had the original idea of having him on was when we get talking about breeding stock and marketing females, semen, embryos and more. This is something we are both very passionate about, I did my best to stay on notes and keep it moving or we could have talked for another hour on just this alone.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: * Klassen Industries  * Bovigen  * Angus World * F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod YouTube: Lifestock Podcast https://thecliffsfarm.com/

It was great to sit down with Dr Tyson this past summer to pre-record a topic that is always a great talking point. We have all asked friends what they do and what works best for them, we have read the online posts with opinions and results, then I bet you have done a little extra research. Flushing cows is not just automatic, there is a reason I don't gamble at a casino or hit the VLTs, I need to save my luck for other things in life such as setting up and flushing a cow to maximize results. Now, I make it sound like a crap shoot, but it is a detailed process that must be followed diligently for best results. I remember setting up my first cow, the nerves, the personal pressure and handing the unknown of the result.  I hope you enjoy Dr Tyon’s thoughts as he outlines the topic. If you have questions, reach out to your preferred service provider, they are all more than happy to answer your questions and help maximize your efforts of genetic advancement.  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: * Klassen Industries  * Angus World * F’d Up Farming Podcast Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

D&N Livestock 4th Annual Bulls sale on Feb 26, 2025 Carlin joins me to discuss the upcoming D&N Livestock 4th Annual Bulls sale on Feb 26, 2025. We did this same type of episode last year with great feedback from the D&N customers.  We recap a bit about D&N, how the bull program works, how they are selected and fed plus some of the sire groups.  Spoiler alert** we highlight the three largest groups of the 90 head offering.  Growth Fund,  19 lots American Made, 20 lots Alcatraz, 21 lots  Check out the book: https://issuu.com/t-bar-c/docs/string_e9d4e82b98654a?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1mcdOrlrmM7kKJg1fWpnGbNTnDWBMRv3rIBcVSeQy-_RkxgqNrVKuRVX8_aem_J-uAp6ii1MisTAiuU2EAyA [https://issuu.com/t-bar-c/docs/string_e9d4e82b98654a?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1mcdOrlrmM7kKJg1fWpnGbNTnDWBMRv3rIBcVSeQy-_RkxgqNrVKuRVX8_aem_J-uAp6ii1MisTAiuU2EAyA] For more details contact the Rajotte’s: Dave (306) 736-8698 Ben (306) 495-7727 Carlin (306) 495-7292 Check out their Facebook and Instagram pages for more updates and on farm videos.

I did a thing, I signed the Cliffs Farm up to be VBP+! Yes it was easy, yes the process was very smooth, it was painless and very productive.  After going through the process and having a pre-audit checklist call with Erika I mentioned about doing a short Podcast episode and thankfully she agreed! A program that is beneficial to improve on farm practices and opens up access to additional funding when thinking about upgrading your ranching operation.  In the entire process I never felt like they were telling me I needed to be better or what to do. I approached it as a process that will help my family get better. Become more efficient in record keeping. Open the opportunity to some government grant funding, a vast portfolio of industry expert knowledge and an achievement in certification.  The on farm Audit itself was actually enjoyable. We talked about cows the entire time! We are proud of our operation so I took it as an opportunity to do an in depth tour. Our auditor was so professional and personable. She pointed out what she would like to highlight, the picture she would like to take for verification and was an overall wealth of knowledge about on farm practices and record keeping.  I hope you enjoy this episode and maybe consider signing up to begin the VBP+ process too. If you would like more information feel free to reach out to me or visit https://verifiedbeef.ca/ [https://verifiedbeef.ca/].  Thank you to Season 5 sponsors: Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/