Larry Gran & Jamie Wolf with Jorgensen Land & Cattle

Fair Time Tips & Tricks Cattlemen & Veterinarians

Welcome back to Cattlemen & Veterinarians, a Partnership in Bovine Health, powered by American Cattlemen Media. Just ahead, we have Kaid Panek and Dr. Shynia Peterman, and they sit down with Dr. Dalton Newell, DVM of Oklahoma Beef Consultants. In this episode, they will dive into some tips and tricks for fair time to keep your animals as healthy and strong as possible. Dr. Dalton Newell was raised on a backgrounding operation in Minco, OK, where his family preconditioned cattle, sheep, and goats. Dalton judged livestock at Redlands Community College, Oklahoma State University, and graduated from OSU College of Veterinary Medicine in 2021. Dr. Newell is a production animal veterinarian with the Oklahoma Beef Consultants; a consulting firm reaching from Nebraska to Texas and Missouri to California. Along with the services and consulting provided to producers, Newell volunteers as animal health official for Cattlemen’s Congress, the Oklahoma Youth Expo, EYO at the State Fair of Oklahoma, and the California Ag Youth Expo. Dalton, his wife Kass, who is the Executive Vice-President of OYE, and daughters Nyla and Nellie reside in Yukon, OK. Dr. Newell begins by explaining the importance of Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVIs). Requirements vary by state and by show, and can change rapidly with emerging disease threats such as screw worm, Theileria, and tick-borne conditions. Exhibitors are encouraged to review each show’s rules well in advance and provide those requirements to their veterinarian to streamline CVI preparation and avoid last-minute problems. He notes that CVIs are typically valid for 30 days, but that window may shorten during disease outbreaks. The conversation then turns to foundational husbandry. Dr. Newell stresses that preparation starts on day one of owning the project. Quarantine of new arrivals, daily observation of feed and water intake, clean bedding, appropriate vaccination protocols, deworming, and coccidia control are presented as non‑negotiable basics. At the fair, three pillars of husbandry—clean water, fresh feed, and a comfortable environment—are described as essential across species. Timing hauls to avoid heat stress, pre‑bedding stalls, running fans, managing water familiarity, maintaining feeding schedules, and using hay strategically all help keep show cattle eating, drinking, and coping with stress. For terminal shows, Dr. Newell highlights the critical importance of drug withdrawal times and meticulous treatment records to protect food safety. He recommends simple, consistent recordkeeping systems such as spreadsheets or shared digital documents, noting that documentation is vital if an animal ever tests positive on drug screens. Biosecurity when bringing animals home is addressed through quarantine, close observation for 7–10 days, and attention to equipment, trailers, and footwear to reduce disease spread. Dr. Newell closes by underscoring the life skills, work ethic, and human–animal bond developed through 4‑H, FFA, and showing livestock, encouraging families and educators to prioritize both animal welfare and biosecurity while enjoying the show barn lifestyle. Fair Time Tips & Tricks Cattlemen & Veterinarians   For Future or Previous episodes visit our websites: American Cattlemen [https://americancattlemen.com/podcasts/] American Dairymen [https://americandairymen.com/] Cattlemen and Veterinarians: A Partnership in Bovine Health Sponsored by: Moly Manufacturing [https://www.molymfg.com/] Central Life Sciences [https://www.centrallifesciences.com/] Medgene [https://medgenelabs.com/] Forge [https://forge-ind.com/]

Larry Gran & Jamie Wolf with Jorgensen Land & Cattle

Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Gale McKinney, he's the owner of American Cattlemen Media, and he sits down with Larry Gran and Jamie Wolf with Jorgensen Land & Cattle. In this episode, they will dive into Jorgensen’s data-driven Angus program, the role of genomics in commercial cow herds, succession planning, and the broader state of the beef industry.  Gran explains his responsibilities for cattle procurement, DNA program oversight, and managing relationships with Jorgensen’s genetic partners. Wolf describes his work in marketing, genetic sales, and customer consulting, emphasizing the operation’s commitment to telling its story through video, social media, and educational content about technology in use on the ranch. The conversation highlights Jorgensen’s long-term data collection, dating back to handwritten cow cards from the 1950s, which underpins their Ideal Beef Evaluation (IBE) developed in partnership with Zoetis. Gran and Wolf stress that genomic testing is particularly powerful for smaller producers who cannot afford to keep the wrong replacement heifers. By identifying top and bottom performers early, producers can cull unproductive females sooner and design complementary matings that accelerate herd improvement, regardless of herd size. The pair also discuss tools like Ag Boost, which simplifies EPD interpretation into a one-to-ten scoring system, making genetic decisions more accessible for time-pressed producers. They emphasize that Jorgensen’s team routinely works with customers to analyze data, align bull selection with herd goals, and ultimately improve sale-day checks. On the industry outlook, Gran notes historically strong cattle prices but urges caution due to high interest rates, limited grass availability, and inevitable market corrections. Both guests underscore the importance of having the best cows in place before a downturn and of using technology and planning—rather than emotion—to guide culling and investment decisions. Wolf adds concerns about generational transition and describes Jorgensen’s structured succession planning and robust internship program as models for bringing capable young people into the industry. They close by stressing that beef demand remains strong, and that sustained success depends on producing a high-quality product while continuing to tell the beef industry’s story and its multi-generational, land-based heritage.   For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast, please visit:  www.americancattlemen.com. [https://americancattlemen.com/podcasts/] American Cattlemen Podcast is Sponsored By: Moly Manufacturing [https://www.molymfg.com/] Central Life Sciences [https://www.centrallifesciences.com/] Medgene [https://medgenelabs.com/] Forge [https://forge-ind.com/]

Merck Animal Health with Austin Woltemath

Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Gale McKinney, he's the owner of American Cattlemen Media, and he sits down with Austin Woltemath with Merck Animal Health.  Merck Animal Health’s SenseHub technology supports both cow-calf and feedlot operations through continuous, data-driven monitoring. SenseHub is an overarching livestock monitoring platform built around wearable devices that function like a smartwatch or Fitbit for cattle. These tags collect biometric and behavioral data, establish baselines for “normal,” and flag outlier activity so producers can make earlier and more accurate management decisions. On the cow-calf side, SenseHub Cow Calf is positioned as a reproductive efficiency and labor-saving tool. The system is self-installed by the producer and relies on pairing a monitoring ear tag and an electronic ID to each animal via computer or mobile app. Once online, it provides 24/7 monitoring for activity patterns associated with heat and estrus. This allows artificial insemination and embryo transfer programs to pinpoint optimal breeding windows, increase the percentage of females settled in the first 21-day cycle, and track cyclicity in heifer development. The technology also acts as an ongoing heat-checking tool after breeding, helping identify animals that may have come back into heat. A light on the tag simplifies locating specific animals, making the system especially valuable for producers juggling off-farm jobs or limited hired help. For feedlots, SenseHub Feedlot uses an ear tag that measures inner ear temperature and activity to identify cattle that may be in the early stages of disease, often one to three days before visual signs emerge. Rather than diagnosing conditions, the system flags animals that deviate from their normal behavior and generates actionable pull lists. This supports earlier intervention, improved treatment outcomes, and reduced mortality. Unlike the cow-calf system, the feedlot platform requires a four- to six-week installation handled by Merck’s technical team, followed by onboarding support from a customer success group. Across both segments, Woltemath emphasizes that SenseHub does not replace people but enables operations to do more with less skilled labor, enhancing accuracy, timeliness, and overall herd health and productivity.   For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast, please visit:  www.americancattlemen.com. [https://americancattlemen.com/podcasts/] American Cattlemen Podcast is Sponsored By: Moly Manufacturing [https://www.molymfg.com/] Central Life Sciences [https://www.centrallifesciences.com/] Medgene [https://medgenelabs.com/] Forge [https://forge-ind.com/]

The Big Texas Sale

Welcome back to Genetics & the Gavel, powered by American Cattlemen Media. Just ahead, we have Gale McKinney, he's the Owner of American Cattlemen Media, and he chats with Joe Pettit, the Owner of Stud Wagyu Auction and Kentucky Stud Wagyu. In this episode, Joe and Gale will dive into the Big Texas Sale, held at 6:30 PM CT on May 30th, 2026, at Billy Bob's in Fort Worth, Texas.  Joe details the Big Texas Sale, which serves as both a premier Wagyu genetics event and part of the Texas Wagyu Association’s annual gathering. The 2026 sale marks the third year in Fort Worth and is held at Billy Bob’s, where a dedicated building can accommodate several hundred attendees. Cattle are sold from their home operations via photos, videos, and comprehensive genomic data, allowing consignors to offer elite genetics without transporting animals to town. The offering includes approximately 60 females and 15 bulls, with the front end of the catalog featuring some of the highest-indexing, high-genomic heifers in North America. Many of these females are open and near flush age, giving buyers the opportunity to accelerate their genetic programs through embryo production. Several influential AI sires will also be available, including a semen straw from the top indexing genomic bull in North America. Joe emphasizes the value of Wagyu genetics for both seedstock and commercial producers. He notes that when fullblood Wagyu bulls with strong pedigrees are crossed on conventional commercial cows, calves retain growth and appearance similar to the base herd while dramatically improving carcass quality, marbling, and overall grading. He also highlights the breed’s longevity, structural soundness, fertility, and docile temperament, describing Wagyu cattle as long-lasting and highly functional. The conversation concludes with an overview of sale logistics and shipping, underscoring that sellers coordinate health paperwork and work with buyers to move cattle efficiently once the auction is complete.   For previous episodes of Genetics & the Gavel, please visit:  www.americancattlemen.com. [https://americancattlemen.com/podcasts/] American Cattlemen Podcast is Sponsored By: Moly Manufacturing [https://www.molymfg.com/] Central Life Sciences [https://www.centrallifesciences.com/] Medgene [https://medgenelabs.com/] Forge [https://forge-ind.com/]

Ceres Tag with Shane White

Welcome back to the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead, we have Dustin Hector, he's the Director of Business Development for American Cattlemen Media, and he sits down with Shane White with Ceres Tag.  Shane grew up on a cow-calf and seedstock operation in Wester Colorado. Educated at Colorado State University, Shane has been engaged in some facet of the beef supply chain his entire life. Shane describes Ceres Tag as the world’s first direct-to-satellite animal intelligence system, using solar-powered, smart sensor ear tags equipped with a 3D accelerometer and geolocation capabilities. The tags continuously capture behavioral data such as minutes spent grazing, resting, ruminating, walking, and drinking. This information feeds into algorithms that estimate forage intake with approximately 95% accuracy by combining animal behavior, satellite geolocation, and NRCS grass-type data. The resulting insights allow producers to evaluate individual animal efficiency, such as how much forage it takes a cow to wean a given calf, and to make more precise genetic selection, culling, and management decisions based on real unit economics rather than decades-old assumptions like standard animal unit metrics. The discussion also highlights the platform’s role in reproductive management. The ear tags automate estrus, calving alerts, and mounting scores, enabling producers to better time synchronization, avoid wasting expensive hormones and semen on poorly timed animals, and track return-to-estrus and predicted next estrus windows through intuitive dashboards. On the grazing side, Shane explains how integrating Ceres Tag data with range management software such as RangeView by INVU allows producers to combine biomass estimates with real-time utilization patterns. This supports more accurate stocking decisions, grazing rotations, and use of leased ground, which is increasingly important given high land prices and drought pressure. Shane emphasizes that Ceres Tag operates as an open-platform, API-driven system compatible with multiple ranch management and range software solutions. Producers can choose and change software partners while retaining their historical data. He stresses that the goal is not to replace producer knowledge, but to provide unprecedented, peer-reviewed, externally validated data that helps ranchers improve efficiency, profitability, and ultimately the long-term viability and legacy of family ranch operations.   For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast, please visit:  www.americancattlemen.com. [https://americancattlemen.com/podcasts/] American Cattlemen Podcast is Sponsored By: Moly Manufacturing [https://www.molymfg.com/] Central Life Sciences [https://www.centrallifesciences.com/] Medgene [https://medgenelabs.com/] Forge [https://forge-ind.com/]