Upcoming Cattle Sales, Nutrition Tips, and Marketing Insights For 2026

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they find out if the cowherds nutrient requirements are being met, marketing feeder calves in 2026, Brahman, Brangus, Ultrablack, Charolais, Red Angus, Angus and FI Brahman cross bulls and females coming up for sale plus a whole lot more on this all new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

Circle F Farms Upcoming Sales: Elite Genetics In Baxley, Georgia

Circle F Farms, located in Baxley, Georgia, is recognized as one of the Southeast’s premier seedstock operations. Founded in 2011 by Woody and Tamela Folsom, the family-owned ranch has grown into a leader in Registered Brahman, F1, Angus, Brangus, Ultrablack, Charolais, and Red Angus genetics.

October 4, 2025 - 1st Annual Registered Angus Heifer & Cow Production Sale

Make plans to attend Circle F Farms’ debut Registered Angus Heifer & Cow Production Sale. This elite offering includes:

• Bred Heifers
• Open Heifers
• Cow/Calf Pairs
• Donor Cows
• Embryo Packages

Full sale details, videos, and online bidding: Circle F Farms Angus Heifer & Cow Sale

October 10-11, 2025 - Annual Bull & Heifer Sale

The Circle F Farms Annual Bull & Heifer Sale will feature a powerhouse lineup across multiple breeds.

Friday, October 10

• 28 Elite Registered Brahman Heifers
• 330 Commercial Brahman Cross Heifers (Angus, Red Angus, Hereford, Charolais)

Saturday, October 11

• 82 Registered Brangus & Ultrablack Bulls
• 16 Registered Brahman Bulls
• 90 Charolais Bulls
• 33 Red Angus Bulls
• 20 Angus Bulls

Sale catalog, videos, and online bidding: Circle F Farms Bull & Heifer Sale

Circle F Farms: A Legacy Of Quality Genetics

With nearly 3,000 acres under operation, Circle F Farms is home to one of the largest Registered Brahman herds in the Southeast and a growing portfolio of elite seedstock. The Folsom family continues to expand its breeding program, producing cattle that thrive in both seedstock and commercial herds.

Recognizing and Addressing Cowherd Nutritional Deficiences

Nutritional balance is a cornerstone of herd health and productivity. According to Dr. Kelly Sanders of Westway Feed Products, deficiencies often go unnoticed until performance suffers.

Signs Of Nutritional Deficiencies In Cattle

• Poor Body Condition: Thin cows, visible ribs, or weak muscling.
• Reduced Fertility: Open cows, delayed cycling, or poor conception rates.
• Coat and Hoof Issues: Rough hair coats, brittle hooves, or slow shedding.
• Growth Challenges in Calves: Reduced weight gains or uneven growth patterns.

How To Correct Deficiencies

• Forage Testing: Identify nutrient gaps in hay and pasture.
• Targeted Supplementation: Provide liquid or block supplements to balance protein, energy, and minerals.
• Management Adjustments: Ensure adequate feed availability during high-demand stages such as lactation and breeding.

Dr. Sanders emphasizes that proactive nutrition not only boosts herd performance but also maximizes returns on investment in genetics.

Planning For Feeder Cattle Marketing In 2026

Looking ahead, market planning is critical for cattlemen aiming to maximize returns on their calf crop. Kurt Donsbach of StoneX Financial shares insights on what producers should prepare for in 2026.

Key Marketing Considerations

• Market Volatility: Expect fluctuations tied to feed costs, beef demand, and global trade.

• Uniformity Matters: Buyers continue to pay premiums for uniform, weaned, and preconditioned cattle.

• Leverage Genetics: Aligning bull selection with market goals increases calf value.

• Forward Contracts & Risk Manag