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Breeding seasons vs. year-round breeding — which approach actually makes your cow-calf operation more profitable?

Most cow-calf producers breed whenever their cattle come into heat. It's simple, it's familiar, and it might be costing you money. In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth continues his conversation with Dr. Joe Mask, professor of animal breeding and genetics at Stephen F....

Why your cows may be open — and the pregnancy tools, management practices, genetics, and hybrid vigor strategies that fix it.

Open cows are the single biggest profit drain in any cow-calf operation. But most producers don't know whether the problem is management, genetics, or something they haven't considered. In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth continues his conversation with Dr...

Accelerate Your Cattle Herds Production: Use Tools Correctly

How to utilize Embryo Transfer, IVF, AI, and Natural Service to benefit your cattle herd.

Have you ever wanted to grow your cattle herd exponentially fast while still have high-quality genetics. Actually, growing your cattle herd's quality and quantity are mutually beneficial. This episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast host guest Dr. Joe Madk. dives into the powe...

How cow-calf producers can secure premiums, reduce marketing time, and stay free from restrictive contracts.

Discover how cattle buyback programs help cow-calf producers earn premiums, reduce marketing hassle, and keep full control — no binding contracts. Featuring Jojo Corrales of HeartBrand Beef.

Most cow-calf producers sell at the sale barn or market cattle themselves — and both come with real risks. Volatile prices. T...

How cow-calf producers can use vertical integration principles to capture more value from their own cattle — with Jojo Corrales of HeartBrand Beef.

Most cow-calf producers sell at weaning and walk away. But the genetics you invested in are worth far more down the supply chain — and without a strategy for retaining that value, you never see it. In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth sit...

The word vertical integration makes most cow-calf producers uncomfortable — and for good reason. But what if used correctly it could actually make your operation more profitable?

In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth sits down with Jojo Corrales, Vice President of Cattle Operations at HeartBrand Beef, to break down why vertical integration gets a bad reputation in the cattle industry, where...

What does it actually take to build a cattle operation that stays profitable for decades — and passes down wealth instead of debt?

In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth sits down with Colton Thigpen to break down the business fundamentals every cow-calf producer needs to master. This is not a conversation about raising better cattle. It is a conversation about building a cattle business tha...

Most cattle producers have goals in their head. Very few have them on paper. Fewer still have a plan that stretches 10 years out — which is exactly what Colton Thigpen recommends and exactly what this episode is about.

In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth sits down with Colton Thigpen to break down how to build a cattle business plan that actually reflects your operation, your environment,...

Most cow-calf producers put all their focus on selling cattle once a year and hope the market cooperates. This episode breaks down why that approach puts your cattle business at risk — and what to do instead.

In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth sits down with Colton Thigpen, founder of Cattle Coach Academy, to cover two fundamentals most cattle operations get wrong: breeding without a def...

Most cattle producers know if they made money at the end of the year. Far fewer know their breakeven before sale day — and that difference is what separates a profitable cattle operation from one that just survives.

In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, Baxter Whitworth sits down with Colton Thigpen, founder of Cattle Coach Academy, to break down how budgeting and pricing work together to build a financiall...

In beef production, tracking birth weight is a critical aspect of managing your livestock to reduce risk and improve herd profitability. Birth weight not only impacts the health and growth of your calves but also plays a significant role in the overall success of your cattle operation. In this episode, we dive deep into why monitoring birth weight is vital for effective animal husbandry and how this simple $18 tool can make a subst...

This episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast delves into the importance of setting boundaries in cattle operations to ensure sustainability and innovation. The discussion features insights from Brandon and Rachel Cutrer, who share their experiences and pro tips on record-keeping, networking within the industry, and balancing personal values with professional responsibilities. The episode emphasizes the need for innovation ...

In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, host Baxter Whitworth interviews Brandon and Rachel Cutrer, owners of BRC Ranch, about strategies for running a profitable cattle operation. They discuss the importance of record-keeping, selecting quality cattle, and effective marketing techniques.

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In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, host Baxter Whitworth is joined by Brandon and Rachel Cutrer to discuss innovative strategies in the cattle industry. They explore topics such as record-keeping, financial management, and breeding techniques to enhance profitability and sustainability.

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In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, host Baxter Whitworth and guest Dr. John DeClerk explore the benefits of crossbreeding in the cattle industry, the versatility of Simmental cattle, and the importance of data collaboration through the International Genetic Solutions (IGS). They discuss strategies for improving herd profitability and adapting to diverse environments.

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In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast, we delve into the complexities of feed efficiency and its impact on cattle health. Join host Baxter Whitworth and guest Dr. Jon DeClerck, Executive Vice President of the American Semantall Association, as they explore the balance between breeding for efficiency and maintaining robust cattle health. Discover insights into the global beef market dynamics, including the role of...

Maximizing Profitability Through Feed Efficiency in Cattle

Join hosts Baxter Whitworth and Paul Hayes as they dive into the world of cattle innovation with Dr. Jon DeClerck, Executive Vice President of the American Simmental Association. Discover how feed efficiency impacts profitability in the beef industry and learn about the traits that drive success in cattle breeding.

From genetic evaluations to practical breeding strategies, th...