LaneCast Ag Podcast

LaneCast Ag Podcast

Lane Nordlund is ”Your Voice for Agriculture”. Broadcasting on TV, Radio and Digital Media. Lane shares ag’s story for all. Subscribe to LaneCast wherever you listen to podcasts.

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July 16, 2025 81 mins

In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, host Lane Nordlund sits down with Montana cattleman and ag entrepreneur Bryan Mussard at Reminisce Angus near Dillon, MT.  From starting with one cow in the 1970s to building a multifaceted operation spanning seedstock, feedlot, spirits, and cigars, Mussard shares a compelling story of grit and innovation. The conversation dives deep into Bryan's partnership with MAHA (Make America Health...

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Lane checks in with Don Close of Terrain at the Cattle Industry Summer Meeting in San Diego. They discuss soaring cattle prices, surprising consumer loyalty to beef, heifer retention concerns, and the outlook for herd rebuilding. Don also highlights the importance of risk management and the potential impact of dairy trends and protein-driven diets on the beef sector.

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June 22, 2025 33 mins

Lane Nordlund sits down with ag economist Dr. Derrell Peel of Oklahoma State University to discuss key factors shaping the cattle market in 2025. They cover slow herd rebuilding, tight feeder supplies, and what recent Cattle on Feed numbers signal for the months ahead. The episode explores why prices remain strong, how imports and exports impact demand, and the growing role of beef-on-dairy cattle. Dr. Peel also shares insights on ...

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Idaho rancher and NCBA Vice President Kim Brackett joins Lane Nordlund at the 2025 Montana Stockgrowers Midyear Meeting in Butte to discuss the growing threat of the New World Screwworm, market reactions to false reports, and key federal policy efforts—from animal disease preparedness to tax reform and the next farm bill.

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As the ranchers prepares for the summer video sale season, Matt McQuagge with CattleFax shares more on the cattle market dynamics, beef demand and pockets of herd rebuilding during the summer of 2025. #cattle #cattlemarket #cattleprices #cattlenews #calve #cows #ranching #ranchers

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In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, meteorologist Brian Bledsoe joins us at the Montana Stockgrowers Association’s summer meeting to break down the 2025 summer weather outlook. From drought concerns to long-range precipitation trends, Brian shares vital insights every rancher and farmer needs to hear. Tune in for an in-depth look at how this summer’s forecast could shape ag operations across the Northern Plains and beyond.

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In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, host Lane Nordlund checks in with Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), for an in-depth discussion on the just-passed House reconciliation bill and what it means for agriculture. Bacus breaks down the confusion between the reconciliation bill and the Farm Bill, outlines wins for livestock producers—including depredation ...

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From Australia’s heartland to Angus operations across the U.S., the 2025 World Angus Forum in Tamworth is connecting cattle producers from 26 countries. In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane visits with Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association, for a deep dive into global collaboration, innovation in Angus genetics, and the importance of staying ahead in a competitive, data-driven world.

 

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 A special LaneCast Ag Podcast from Australia — bringing you stories from the land Down Under as part of our AngusTREK coverage during the World Angus Forum.

From historic roots to modern innovation, Stuart Judd shares the story of Glengellen Station and how Queensland producers are feeding cattle with drought-tolerant crops and self-reliant equipment solutions. As we continue the AngusTREK across Australia, this stop highlights th...

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This week on the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane Nordlund is on the ground in Australia for exclusive coverage of the 2025 World Angus Forum, brought to you by Roto-Mix. With 26 nations represented, this global gathering of Angus leaders highlights the collaboration, innovation, and genetics shaping the future of beef. In this episode, Lane visits with Erica Halliday, Chair of the World Angus Forum, to explore Australia’s role in hosting...

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In this special conversation, Lane Nordlund sits down with Dr. Waded Cruzado as she reflects on her 15-year tenure as President of Montana State University. From her upbringing in Puerto Rico to leading MSU through historic growth, Dr. Cruzado shares stories of leadership, access, and her deep commitment to Montana’s people—especially its agriculture and rural communities. A legacy of service and purpose, told in her own words.

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In this episode, Montana U.S. Senator Steve Daines joins Lane to break down his recent high-stakes visit to China and Vietnam—where U.S. beef, wheat, and potato exports were front and center. Senator Daines explains what expired licenses, tariffs, and fentanyl sanctions mean for Montana’s ag exports and whether relief may be on the horizon. Plus, how a 20-minute phone call with President Trump could shape the future of U.S. ag trad...

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Lane Nordlund chats with Erin Woodward, Key Feed Accounts Manager at ServiTech, about their 50-year legacy in feed and forage testing. From a single soil lab to serving producers in 45 states and 10 countries, ServiTech helps optimize livestock nutrition, crop production, and farm efficiency. With ISO 17025 accreditation and a focus on new technologies, they continue to drive sustainability and profitability in agriculture.

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March 12, 2025 11 mins

The long-debated Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule is shifting once again, with a major announcement from EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. Speaking in Washington, D.C., Zeldin pledged to finalize a WOTUS definition that is simple, durable, and aligned with the Supreme Court’s Sackett decision. Mary-Thomas Hart, Chief Counsel for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), welcomed the announcement, saying it signals a move toward ...

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In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, host Lane Nordlund talks with Lesley Robinson, president of the Montana Stock Growers Association, about key agricultural policy discussions taking place in Washington, D.C.

Robinson shares insights on producer profitability, efforts to repeal the death tax, and ongoing conversations regarding the Endangered Species Act and grizzly bear management. She also touches on the challenges young...

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Recorded at the U.S. Capitol following his testimony before the Senate Agriculture Committee, Montana sheep rancher Ben Lehfeldt joins LaneCast Ag Podcast to discuss key issues facing the sheep industry. He highlights the need for risk management tools, trade policy reforms, and the role of sheep in land management. Lehfeldt, president of the American Sheep Industry Association, also stresses the importance of fixing the H-2A guest...

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In this episode of The Lancast Ag Podcast, host Lane Nordlund reports from Washington, D.C., at the National Potato Council's Washington Summit. He’s joined by Matt Lantz of Bryant Christie Inc., a trade expert specializing in market access for agricultural commodities. They dive into critical issues affecting U.S. ag trade, including tariffs, global trade policy shifts, and export challenges—particularly for U.S. potatoes, pulses,...

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The Lanecast Ag Podcast: Livestock Market Edition for February 14, 2025, reports weaker cattle markets, with live and feeder cattle futures under pressure and cash trade slipping. Boxed beef prices also declined, while auction markets saw mixed trends, with some feeder cattle gaining while others trended lower.

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In this special LaneCast live from CattleCon 25, Lane Nordlund sits down with Don Close, Senior Animal Protein Analyst at Terrain, to break down the latest January 1st Cattle Inventory Report. They discuss key market trends, cattle on feed numbers, the state of herd rebuilding, and the role of dairy cattle in the beef industry. Don shares insights on the impact of drought, the age of the cow herd, and what it will take to trigger e...

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This week on LaneCast Ag Podcast: Livestock Market Edition for the marketing week ending 1.24.25, he covers record-breaking cash and futures cattle markets. Lane highlights bullish trends, the results of the January Cattle on Feed report, and local market updates from Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota, Nebraska and more. Don’t miss insights on what’s driving these historic prices!

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