Lifestock Podcast

Aaron and Joe! Joe and Aaron! A highly requested interview from the Lifestock Podcast listeners and my first Registered Gelbveih Breeders on the pod. Aaron Birch and Joe Barnett were terrific guests. Fun ✅Passionate ✅Driven ✅PLUS Never settling in reaching goals, a deep admiration and respect for their breed, always wanting to make a difference and to leave it better than it was before. When you visit with people that communicate well and have self evaluated about continual improvement and mindfulness of what is happening outside of their breed/bubble it is just on auto pilot for me, I just tried not interrupting them too much! Thank you to Season 5 sponsors:Klassen Industries Bovigen Angus WorldF'd Up Farming PodcastThank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app. Kurtis ReidContact us:Lifestockpodcast@gmail.comFacebook @LifestockPodInstagram @LifestockPodTwitter @LifestockPodYouTube: 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 someResources we discussed in the episode:Free Mental Heath Services in SaskatchewanSaskAgMatters Mental Health Network Incwww.saskagmatters.caOnline Therapy Unitwww.onlinetherapyuser.ca306-337-3331Counciling Connect Saskatchewancouncelingconnectsask.ca/crisis-services Suicide Crisis HelplineTelephone: 988Thank 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?ffThank you to Season 5 sponsors:Klassen Industries Bovigen Reproductive ServicesAngus WorldThank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis ReidContact us:Lifestockpodcast@gmail.comFacebook @LifestockPodInstagram @LifestockPodTwitter @LifestockPodhttps://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 WorldF'd Up Farming PodcastThank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app. Kurtis ReidContact us:Lifestockpodcast@gmail.comFacebook @LifestockPodInstagram @LifestockPodTwitter @LifestockPodYouTube: Lifestock Podcasthttps://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 PodcastThank y'all for listening. Please leave us a 5 star rating and review on your favorite app. Kurtis ReidContact us:Lifestockpodcast@gmail.comFacebook @LifestockPodInstagram @LifestockPodTwitter @LifestockPodhttps://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 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/.  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/

Dennis Ericson. I'm not sure I need much more to describe this episode. If you have visited with Dennis previously you know his passion for quality stock and marketing. I feel like he was always ring side, ready for a bid, ready to win you that animal! If you haven't had the chance, you will feel it listening to his stories and descriptions.  A lifetime of experience, I wish I could fit it all in one episode! A lifetime of mentoring young people in the cattle business and sales management. He has seen a few things over the years and enjoyed every step along the way.  A fellow that many in the business put into the category of life long friend and Legend.  Thank you to Season 4 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Please help to get us on the Sullivan's Best of the Barns list this year!  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Happy Canadian Western Agribition travel day everyone! I hope the wind is still and the roads are dry making it a fast trip with the trusty truck and trailer headed into Regina.  Hereford content inbound! It was a treat to visit with Duncan Lees. A man of great standing in his community, his beloved Hereford Breed and for that matter across the Canadian Beef business. Duncan has been dedicated to his family, their generational legacy within ranching, improving the Hereford breed and volunteering in the Hereford Breed and local community.  Duncan and Val Lees raised their 4 children outside of Arcola SK. Blair Athol Farms have been in the Hereford breed for over 100 years. The 6 generations of their family have been dedicated to always improving their breeding stock and the land they utilized. Herefords are in Duncan's blood, his kids blood and now his grandkids blood! The Cattle industry afforded the Lee's family numerous opportunities with travel, trade missions, quality stock and most importantly life long friendships.  Duncan's dedication to building up youth and leading 4H or Junior Hereford projects has left a lasting impression on a generation of cattle men and women. When you ask others about Duncan you will hear it over and over that he is revered as one of the good ones, honest to the core and hard working.  Thank you to Season 4 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Please help to get us on the Sullivan's Best of the Barns list this year!  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

After reading "A Cattleman's Walk Down Memory Lane" I knew I had to put something together and tell Mr Gordon's story on the podcast. I sent out a quick message over social media to a couple of his daughters and we worked it out. After reading the book for the first time I had questions and ideas. Prepping for the episode reading the book for the second time I took that much more from it again. If you're going to get the book make sure to read page 180 a few times, I sure did.  I never met Mr Gordon but have heard numerous stories about him. He would have been an extremely interesting person to visit with in real life. I imagine he would have seen me coming from a 100 yards looking like I was going to ask a million questions.  This episode was a lot of fun and with interviewing the 5 Gordon children you can surely tell they all have a passion for Agriculture and the cattle business. Plus, a strong pride for their heritage and family.  THANK YOU - Lois McRae, Shirley Kaufman, Sheila Jensen, Lynn Gordon and Bruce Gordon for all their time and efforts in making this episode come together.  Thank you to Season 4 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Please help to get us on the Sullivan's Best of the Barns list this year!  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Sitting in the historic Canadian Western Agribition boardroom with Kylie Beck and Shawna Fuchs was cool. Surrounded by pictures of the founding board, the past presidents, past CEO's and the Marketing posters/Logos of all 50+ years of show history.  We talk a little about the foundation of Agribition, its first board (Chris Sutter, Barry Andrew, Bill Small, Ken Halverson & Gordon Hollinger), some of the changes over the years and did our best not to get lost in the weeds of our favorite stories and times. Talking about Agribition with anyone that has attended just puts a smile on your face and always stirs up some of those great memories.  The 25th anniversary of the Beef Supreme is a big topic for CWA 2024! 25 years of winners and fun. 25 years of excellence and unique recognition for the best of the best. Being an Agribition Beef Supreme Champion is as close to Show Ring Immortalization as you'll find in the business. The future vision of Agribition is strong with a great plan behind it. President Shaun Kindopp wraps up the episode talking about just that.  Remember to check out the new Junior Steer Jackpot, Friday November 29 in the John Deere Sale arena at 2:00pm. Over $7,000 in cash will be given out. Thank you to Season 4 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries Angus World Poplar Park Shorthorns Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Please help to get us on the Sullivan's Best of the Barns list this year!  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Yes they are the Reid's, but we are not related. If we were related I would be a pain in the butt third removed cousin insisting I get the highest level family discounts!! Just kidding.  I wanted to shake things up a bit and bring on someone young. Gus Reid was at the top of my list. A young man with a passion for cattle and wears a big ole grin of optimism. We all remember being young and having plans, I thought it was a great opportunity to reconnect with those though my conversation with Gus. The generations behind  RK Cattle Co will be respected and learnt from by the generations that will continue it forward.  In the second part we tap into as I call it, ‘The RK'. Sandy Reid reviews the history of his family, their love for breeding cattle and how starting RK Animal Supply came about. When we talk about the handling equipment and how they had to make the decisions to stay afloat, there are some lessons to pay attention too. You can chase your passion unless you are financially stable and decision to put the business over pride must be made.  Evertime I go to a zoo now I always think of the specialized equipment and seeing it stored in every day fashion at the RK shop.   Thank you to Season 4 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

We stick out east in Quebec for episode 41 having Shadybrook Shorthorns with Kevin Dempsey on to talk shop. The story of Shadybrook is fun to review. The passion that this business can ignite and the love of the breed Mr Pathy charge ahead with, it's about the goals to improve. Celebrating their 50th year is a tremendous feat and from all of us at the Lifestock Podcast I want to extend a congratulations to the entire Shadybrook operation. Kevin has always worked in what he loves, Shorthorn Cattle. His belief on cow quality is consistent, the appreciation of where things started to where they are as a team are working towards in very insightful. Working as a team is different than just individual decision, plus that opportunity arising from established networks is key. Kevin and his family have developed the Shadybrook brand and also utilized opportunity within their own small herd and business ventures. Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: - BoviGen Reproductive Services - Klassen Industries - Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

We are Quebec bound to talk a little Herefords and Simmental chatter with Paul and Jennifer Mastine. Plus, raising high end show dogs is not for the faint of heart!  As long time breeders of Hereford and Simmental cattle it was fun listening to some history on the development of each herd. How the goals of each are similar but the timing for growth and marketing can change for each. Paul and Jen have also been instrumental in bringing youth into the livestock show world and really encouraging the opportunities it opens up.  Laid back and fun this episode has a pile of great insight to ponder on. Be safe out in the fields putting up hay, getting home in good health will always beat out getting things done faster. Best of luck to everyone! Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

My dad is the best! If you have met him, I know you understand what I mean and why my family will all stand behind that. An amazing father figure growing up, dedicated to his family and always had a love for Hereford Cattle and people David set great examples for us. Plus, since turning 23 and getting married, he has become the smartest person I know, my siblings around those same time frames in their lives echo that comment. I am fortunate to work with him developing our cow herd, learning business, my family history and most importantly how to treat people the right way. His patience is unmatched. He is genuine and heartfelt. He is my dad, my best friend and my hero.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

I've always associated Bruce Holmquist with just being everywhere! It seems like no matter the event or gathering, he is sure to be there. It was great to hear from him about the World Simmental Fleckvieh Conference and how he will be a part of two of these events in Canada. A wonderful accomplishment for the Simmental breed as a whole on the world stage highlighting Canadian Seed Stock.  Bruce's list of organizational affiliation and board activity is very long and impressive. I sure appreciate him talking to us about those positions and how some opportunities came around. I also think him highlighting some of the sacrifices along the way is important too.   It is clear that the Simmental breed and Agribition hold a special place in Bruce's heart. He has dedicated most of his adult life to being a part of the industry and working to leave it better for the next members or exhibitors to come.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Season 4 is here!   Thank y'all so much for your continued support. We are excited to put together another season of interviews and discussions with industry leaders.  Our season kicks off with Tyson Buyer from BoviGen. A great story about having a passion, building a plan and making a vision a reality. It's always great when a plan comes together, even though there can be a few bumps along the road.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: BoviGen Reproductive Services Klassen Industries  Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Carlin Rajotte joins me to talk a little bit about D&N Livestock and lead us into their upcoming 3rd annual bull sale, February 28th, 2024.  Contact the Rajotte's with any questions and make sure to stop by outside of Peebles Saskatchewan to tour the bulls.  Dave 306-736-8698 Ben 306-495-7727 Carlin 306-495-7292

This episode is all about celebrating the accomplishment of Canadians having success with breeding cattle in the show ring in Canada and the United States! Each of the three parts were fun to record as the stories of winners and their contributions to programs I truly find hard to resist. From finding or breeding one to following it though to achieve the biggest dreams, its what we all chase. Wilbar Cattle Bryan and Tracey take us through their time with Conley Southpoint 8362. Their decision to purchase through showing and then now seeing the rewards of their efforts. I will always cheer for cattle to not only win in the show ring but to work in the real world where livelihoods are made on breeding decisions and quality cattle.   INC Cattle Co A sweep of the first ever American National Speckle Park Show with Champion Female and Champion Bull. Born and raised, that feeling of knowing they are special, seeing your dreams playout and knowing your efforts and work even in the crappiest of moments all built up to this!  Cay's Cattle/Serhineko Cattle Co SVY Mayfield 30H. Registration number 1 million in the AICA. Multiple times Grand Champion in 2022 in Edmonton and at Agribition. The Supreme Champion bull at Agribition. Denver National Champion. His first American semen offering selling in its entirety to one breeder for $140,000USD. It is interesting hearing both side. Finding the right one, breeding that one. Working on him, the team effort it takes. Putting an animal of that caliber in the right place at the right time with the max effort to look the right way.  Congratulations to all of my guests on this episode on their achievements. Make sure to look me up at Agribition to get your Lifestock Podcast hat!  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

When I had the idea to have Robert Ballantyne on the podcast I reached out to several mutual acquaintances and received back a pile of information and questions to ask. Every person I talked to was excited about what would come from this interview, I felt the pressure to make it happen. Good thing Robert is such a great guy to visit with and really knocked it out of the park.  I wanted to keep this interview to release at Agribition as it is such a special event and place for Robert. He built a career and lifestyle, memories and a brand at Canadian Western Agribition. Robert's selfless contributions to CWA helped to build its international report and widen its audience.  Diamond B was at the most elite level of Galloway Cattle across the globe and the Ballentyne's goal was to just keep getting better every chance they could. I will listen back on this interview a lot driving down the road or doing chores. The knowledge and genuine nature of Robert is captivating. His advice is second to none and his love for the Canadian Cattle Industry is alive as ever.  A closing remark from a close friend of mine after telling him Mr Ballantyne was going to be my Agribition release, “He is a damn good human. They don't make them better than Robert.” It is a fact that the Lifestock Podcast audience will enjoy this one.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Find me at Agribition to get your FREE LIFESTOCK PODCAST HAT! Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

The fall is here, chill in the air and snow in the forecast. I love this time of year.  Chad Ross from L-7 Land and Cattle joined me on this episode to talk about cows. Chad has been active in the industry from day one. I had even forgotten about him working in the Semen industry until we visited more about it.  I think Chad's perspective is unique as he has lived in the purebred world and then built his program with commercial cattle roots. In the episode we only scratched the surface talking about cows and family. I've always admired Chad's dedication to board activity and being an influential member of the Canadian Beef business. Chad is on these boards and spends his time serving to make a difference, that's something we all should admire.  Enjoy our conversation!  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

When I say my two guests are my guys, I really mean that. This podcast gets a little loose and off the rails because interviewing two of your best friends since college that have seen a bunch of the dumb crap you did, well it's harder to keep a straight tone. I do appreciate Royce O'Neil and Tyler ‘Talls' Martin for keeping the stories to a decent minimum and the chirps subdued enough.  We got into how I started my podcast first and then they copied my idea… actually we literally had the same brain child at about the exact same time. Then we bounced some ideas and other things off one another. My guest's podcast is called, F'd Up Farming. If you can't tell by the name, there are a few cuss words tossed in their episodes that cover farming topics, one of the most badass segments ever called killing the day and how they have built an epic Texas Country playlist on Spotify. Plus, maybe their claim to fame, their booze review. This is primarily bourbon, and it is exceptional. Make sure to find that playlist on Spotify and their episodes on all podcast platforms. Wrapping up we discussed their new cattle business because heck we had too! MO Cattle Co and their ideas/philosophy. It was fun to listen and hear their perspectives as commercial cattlemen that are stepping into the seedstock market for the first time.  Kreoger if you're reading this, yes i talk about it in the close out.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Tanya said right from the start before I hit record, “I usually am quite straight forward, I like doing business like that.” Tanya, I sure as heck do too! Poplar Meadows Angus is an elite supplier of Angus genetics world wide. Tanya has built her herd by sourcing top genetics in the breed that fit her vision, readily propagating them and not being shy about showing them off. With the next generation now active in the day to day, Poplar Meadows will keep doing what they love. Tanya has built a vast network of connections and a solid customer base for her bull and female sales. All based on that opening quote, being honest and straightforward.  This interview idea stemmed from a facebook post Tanya made in the winter of 2023 about what things could be done for cost savings at ‘sales events' such as a bull sale. The post took on a life of its own and really debated topics such as sale management fees, auctioneering fees, facility rent, crew help, meals, beverage offerings, video sales, online sales… and on and on. We cleaned up the debate topics a bit and discussed some of the ideas.  We also talked about her in recent years herd reduction, the type she likes and her fire for a breed that her father loved too! I could have kept talking to her for hours. Selfishly I feel like I have expanded my network that much more too.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

It was great to venture into the Speckle Park breed! Barry and Cory Ducherer were great guests to have. A rich history in the breed from literally a crow's flight to the birthplace and origin of the Breed outside of Maidstone Saskatchewan.  River Hill is synonymous with Speckle Park and is admired across the world. They have held record highs in the sales of animals and frozen genetics. The Ducherer family has had a massive amount of success in the showring as they continuously built their brand. My favorite part is that they did all this while helping to develop and market the breed as a whole!  We touched on sourcing genetics, the frozen frenzy of flushing cows sending eggs around the world, how the market changes and having to build breed acceptance when it is not 100+ years old. Where opportunity looks to be in the future and how their family has been a part of it all.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thank y'all for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Wayne and Anne are no strangers to the business of Agriculture. They each have a diverse background of hands on experience and industry influence.  I learnt a bunch from each as we visited, especially that a love for cattle just never seems to fade!  Entertaining stories of working in the semen business, building and managing the Limousin Voice, having two influential roles at Remington then onto the CCIA and selling trucks!  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thanks for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

This episode starts in the Agribition feed alley. Copper Creek were stalked nose to nose with us so one late feeding I was able to block Phil from an easy exit and held him at gunpoint to come on the podcast… just kidding, he could have gone the long way around to get away.  Asking Phil and Catherine to be guests to me is a no brainer. Hard Working people I feel is an understatement. They have always led by example and had those results speak for themselves. With a diverse background and unique experiences we are so fortunate that they were willing to share with us on the podcast.  Cow families, what should you expect from your own marketing, pivoting with change.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Thanks for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

One of my favorite things about visiting with Greg Pugh is that he keeps it 100%. You ask him a question and  you'll  get a genuine answer. Greg has experience that does not just focus on ranch and farming, he's had several jobs off farm and maintains one of the more open mindsets to all facets of discussion I've encountered. Being realistic with yourself and acknowledging the truth about the time and effort of any endeavor is some great advice shared from Greg. No matter what, when I meet back up with Greg around the industry it always brings a smile out with a good handshake.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors for climbing on board with the Lifestock Podcast: Bow Valley Genetics Angus World Contact Vandy Cattle/ Vandy Cattle Genetic to get your semen lined up for those spring babies, it's not too late. Thanks for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher. Enjoy episode 28. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

WE ARE BACK! We missed y'all too. Episode 27 starts Season 3 off with a bang. Garth Rancier of Rancier Farms joins me to talk about cows, getting a start in the business and describes some of his key thoughts. We talk about cow families and understanding where we are comparative to others is not always the same, that's how we get better. Garth really hits the nail on the head talking about how marketing needs to fit your personally and how knowing people is key.  Thank you to Season 3 sponsors for climbing on board with the Lifestock Podcast: Bow Valley Genetics Aberdeen Angus World Also thank you to episode sponsor Vandy Cattle/ Vandy Cattle Genetics. Find them on Facebook and get your hands on the best Maine genetics available in Canada and the full Griswold Genetics line up, show them your G-   Plus you'll hear from our friends at Poplar Park Shorthorns and Choose Hereford.  Thanks for listening. Please leave us a rating and review on your favorite pod catcher.  Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast in 2022. Thank you Klassen Industries as our full season sponsor for 2022. Happy New Year, Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

In the Hereford Breed he needs no introduction. In the cattle business he is in that upper level of cattle minds and sharpness. Visiting with Tom I've always considered a wonderful opportunity to learn. Tom's marketing mindset and outside of the box thinking at the height of WTK Polled Herefords was unmatched. Countless industry leaders have personal stories about Tom and are grateful for those experiences. I hope you enjoy listening! Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

This has been a long awaited episode to record. Jimmy Joe is a natural born storyteller that has been there, done that and sometimes tried it again. Jimmy Joe is widely known for this time with Remington and on the show road. His experience with people and marketing cattle is second to none and the stories he shares are not only entertaining but there is a pile of great advice to be absorbed. Being born into the cattle business doesn't feel like it does justice in describing Jimmy's upbringing, I refer to him as a son of the Angus breed in the episode and I think that is just very fitting. It sure doesn't sound like Jim ever backed down from a “you can't do that” comment in his life. We rehash a bit of the legendary Agribition Swamp, talk about life on the road and the goodtimes that precede the hard times. Jimmy is very open about his mental health issues he faced while working and the issues that were created as he tried to just keep pushing through. We are so fortunate today that the stigma of mental health is not as it once was and health professionals across the country are more informed than ever. If you feel that pressure or can relate to Jimmy's story below are some wonderful services available free of charge and mostly anonymous if you choose to do so. Thanks again Jimmy Joe for the laughs and advice. You're welcome Lee Wilson for leaving a few stories on the cutting room floor.. Just kidding. Mental Health Resources 211 (call / text / website) (Funded by United Way, Gov of Can) https://bc211.ca https://ab.211.ca https://sk.211.ca https://mb.211.ca The Canada Suicide Prevention Service Call: 1-833-456-4566 (Available 24/7/365) Text: 45645 https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca Canadian Mental Health Association www.Cmha.ca Agricultural Health Safety Network https://cchsa-ccssma.usask.ca/aghealth SK Farm Health program https://saskpolytech.ca/about/applied-research-and-innovation/farmh/ Online Therapy Unit, University of Regina www.onlinetherapyuser.ca Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program https://manitobafarmerwellness.ca/ Farm stress lines: Manitoba: Call toll free: 1-866-367-3276 Websites: https://supportline.ca/ https://www.tmsd.mb.ca Saskatchewan: Call toll free: 1-800-667-4442 Website: www.farmstressline.ca Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Industries as a full season sponsor and to INC Cattle with their The Big Chill Frozen Genetics Sale, Dec 17 Saskatoon SK for your episode sponsorship. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Winter is almost here! What great fall and harvesting weather we have had. The elasticity of the cattle operation and Ranchers is something to admire as calves are being weaned and bales hauled into the yard. This episode Mona Howe of Mo Angus joined me. Mona has always been someone I respect for her drive to further education and grow her network. She has developed and built up her confidence as we discuss in the episode. Kids, if you're shy or don't feel like you need to talk much this is a great episode to hear from someone that was like you that now can command a full room's attention. Find us on our social media platforms. Please leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast listening app. Thanks to episode Sponsor's D&N Livestock and our Season sponsor Klassen Industries. Appreciate y'all listening, Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Episode 22 hits the airwaves or podsphere as we get into the heart of the fall. Driving the countryside the majority of the crop is off, cattle prices are looking solid and optimism is much higher than in the not so distant past. Production sale season is here! Get out there, attend some sales, meet some people and enjoy yourself. Rolly joins me on this episode to talk about cows, places and marketing. Rolly has always been a colourful story teller of breed history and past experiences. He has a long history in the purebred cattle business across North America and has worked, judged and traveled across the world. With a vast network and the uncanny ability to remember names, Rolly has lived through some wonderful highs and dealt with some tough lows with health issues and his herd dispersion of Braebank Shorthorns then Livestock. A take away I hope you note as the interview finishes is that it is never too late to try something and to never quit chasing your passions, even if they are not the same 5 years from now. Let yourself be flexible and adaptable to new experiences as that is the basis of opportunity in our business. Thank y'all for listening! We appreciate New Vision Agro from Hague SK for sponsoring Episode 22. We also want to recognize our season sponsor Klassen Industries! Your continued support keeps us going. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Fall is upon us! We hope the 2022 harvest has started well for everyone out there in the Ag world. Thank you Marlin LeBlanc for joining me on Episode 21. Marlin has been in the cattle business for a while, he brings a great amount of experience from the sale barn and cattle marketing business into the purebred sector. Marlin is a man of high integrity and wishes success upon others as much as he wishes to achieve it himself. His advice of listening to your customer base is critical. The commercial cattle sector is WAY WAY larger than the purebred sector and is the base for how all purebred breeders earn their living. We all have our own type and ideas about how to operate, in the end no matter what breed or herd size we should all be pushing to maximize the Canadian Beef Industries reputation. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Industries as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Let's say it like it is, there is more summer behind us that in front. But I'm not sad, fall is the best time of year! We wish all our listeners a safe and fruitful run with harvest, hauling bales, packing silage and weaning calves. This weeks guest is Howard Schneider. Carrying on the family tradition of raising purebred cattle and exhibiting across North America. With his wife Wendy they raised a family that honoured their root in the cattle business and have stayed involved into their adulthoods. Now with 9 grand children the Schneider's are fortunate to watch the next generation build a passion for the cattle business too. Exhibiting champions, having fun and always striving to improve describes their operation quite well. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Industries as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Faris Simon is the creator and host of the Legendary Chute Side Podcast. Chute Side was one of the first big livestock/stock show podcasts to stick and make an impact in the industry across North America. Legendary guests, priceless information and learning opportunities, that was Chute Side for me. I still go back and relisten to the seasons. We talk Faris' operation, how he started and why he went into the podcasting game. Why he blazed a path by making it happen. I also ask the question, why did he stop?? Please share with your friends, subscribe and rate the podcast. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you to our season sponsor Klassen Industries. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Without Energizer there would not be I-80! I've always thought it was a story that needed to be told about how his Grandsire was born and bred in Canada. When I was going to school in the USA, I-80 was just starting to blow up. After judging a jackpot and using an I-80 female to win I looked into the bull a bit more, then as the world works I was talking about it with Neil's son Chad and he filled me in on the background and kick started my little research project. The Canadian Maine business is packed with great history and stories. If you have been listening to some of the pod's out recently in the show cattle world several extremely influential people have been telling stories of their Canadian visits, purchases and success. BONUS! I was able to reach out and get in touch with Fred DeRouchey who purchased Energizer from Daines Cattle. A Legend in the Maine business and we talk about the cattle he purchased in Canada, some of his favorite stories and how he sold his herd to Bushy Park Farms. Plus Fred shares some advice for younger breeders that can help take you a long way. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Cattle equipment as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Welcome to the Lifestock Podcast. We are back! Summer holidays take hold and baseball was a pile of fun. Cows are out to grass and the start of forage harvest is right around the bend. When I say Innisfail AB, brothers, Maine cattle, Angus cattle, Auction Mart and now Charolais… can you name the family? I can too… the Brady Bunch. Just kidding. This was a real fun conversation with Michael and Grant Daines of formerly Daines Maines then Daines Cattle and now Daines Cattle and O'neill Livestock. Did our best on the audio, it happens. Enjoy the conversations and great stories. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Cattle equipment as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Welcome back to the Lifestock Podcast. Spring is here and summer is just right around the corner. We want to pass along our best wishes to everyone getting the crop in the ground and cows onto grass. We hope everyone has been blessed with a little rain. Episode 5 guests are Billy and Juanita Elmhirst of Indian River Ontario. It was a lot of fun hearing about the cow families and evolution of Billy's cattle taste over the years… I'm kidding, but seriously just to talk cows with two people I feel are exceptional evaluators and truly put in the effort at home behind the scenes was fun. Their success is not based on wishing upon a star, it is based on hard work and getting better. The Elmhirst love showing cows, but breeding them and selling them is how you pay the bills. Especially when the ones you have been selling are heating up the breed and really stirring up the generational interval. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Cattle equipment as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

We as Canadians are always extremely proud no matter the breed, make or colour when Canadian genetics travel to the USA and WIN! When Matt Lautner called about releasing a simultaneous podcast about Riverstone Charmed 50C on MLC's The Big Show and our Lifestock Podcast I jumped on board. Riverstone Charmed 50C does hold dual citizenship being bred, born and raised at Riverstone Cattle Company outside of Olds, AB and Matt felt a longer format podcast hosted by a fellow Canadian (eh!) would work well to talk about a cow that has elevated her reputation in production as a donor, after leaving a trail of broken hearts and egos behind here in the ring. Tim and Kim Matthews are no strangers to the Canadian purebred sector and have had great success showing their own cattle across Western Canada. With Matt's new hot sire Jumpstart being a direct son of the Legendary Riverstone Charmed, there was no better time for a few great stories and to ask Tim about his family's operation. Linked is an article from the Top Stock, Issue 7 November 2016 Magazine that is a great read about Riverstone Charmed outlining her show ring wins up to that date of publication. https://issuu.com/topstock/docs/2016_11_01_topstock_web?fbclid=IwAR0vDDoDIn2C45qCNh_kQPaPEr4AUEJvFCN7beWn6h1_bHjqb5tzPAjfkDk Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Cattle equipment as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Spring is finally here in Western Canada! Thank goodness. On this episode with Fawn Jackson, strong female leader and voice echos in my mind. A genuinely wonderful person that I am grateful to have as the biggest fan of Canadian Beef. Fawn's network is all encompassing from rural agricultural roots to business and on the world political stage. After this episode if you're not fired up about chasing your goals, check your pulse. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you Klassen Cattle equipment as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

The Topic of Episode 2 touches everyone at some point in their lives. Your own mental health, the mental health of family, friends, co-workers, neighbour's, our heroes… everyone. Please listen with an open mind as we work to end the stigma of mental health issues. If you feel the need to ever reach out to talk with someone there is an extensive list below in the Episode description. These are all 100% anonymous, safe and supported by people that are ready to listen to you. Thank you Cynthia for your time speaking about Mental Health in Agriculture. The busiest season for the vast majority of those making a living Ranching and Farming is right around the corner, keep yourselves FUELED! Keep yourselves and everyone around you safe. I believe Robin Williams said it best, “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.” Thanks for listening, Kurtis Reid Mental Health Resources 211 (call / text / website) (Funded by United Way, Gov of Can) https://bc211.ca https://ab.211.ca https://sk.211.ca https://mb.211.ca The Canada Suicide Prevention Service Call: 1-833-456-4566 (Available 24/7/365) Text: 45645 https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca Canadian Mental Health Association www.Cmha.ca Agricultural Health Safety Network https://cchsa-ccssma.usask.ca/aghealth SK Farm Health program https://saskpolytech.ca/about/applied-research-and-innovation/farmh/ Online Therapy Unit, University of Regina www.onlinetherapyuser.ca Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program https://manitobafarmerwellness.ca/ Farm stress lines: Manitoba: Call toll free: 1-866-367-3276 Websites: https://supportline.ca/ https://www.tmsd.mb.ca Saskatchewan: Call toll free: 1-800-667-4442 Website: www.farmstressline.ca Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Welcome back to the Lifestock Podcast for the launch of Season 2! We are eager to publish relevant and entertaining content with people from around the livestock business. Justin Morrison of Brooking Angus Ranch kicks off Season 2 with a discussion of his start, growth and some neat stories leading up to what his family is doing present day. His competitive spirit and confidence has always fueled his passions. A major take away, Prove it to yourself. Thanks for listening to the Lifestock Podcast. Thank you to Klassen Cattle equipment for signing on again as a full season sponsor. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

The Wrap up of Season 1. What an incredible experience this has been, Thank you Thank you Thank you to all for listening and sharing the podcast with your family and friends. Another Thank you goes out to our wonderful guests for taking time to speak with me and share their experience, insite and stories for all to listen. Our episode list: E1- Miller Wilson Angus, Lee and Dawn Wilson E2- Dave Hasson, Gold Bar E3- Grant Alexander, Horseshoe Creek E4- Hall's Cattle Co, Barry and Patty Hall E5- Double Bar D Farms- Ken and Logan Dimler E6- Merit Cattle Co, Trent and Janelle Liebreich E7- Cadavic Land and CAttle- Dawn Halstead E8- Dr Don Miller E9- Vandy Cattle, Justin VanDeWoestyne E10- Allan Browarny, Showchampions.com We appreciate the support of our sponsors throughout season 1 as it would not have been possible without you all. My final Thank you in the wrap up is to our team behind the scenes. My family and friends. Jordan, you are the best for helping me to get this thing up and running, keeping things on track and always making it sound more professional than it should. Season 2 will launch in April of 2022. If you're interested in sponsoring, have a show event for Goin' Showin', want your sale highlighted and so much more contact us on a social media channel. We'll be talking to you soon, Kurits Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

This episode I just could not get enough of the stories with Allan Browarny of ShowChampions.com. His early memories of the family business, Browarny Photography. Traveling with his father, learning the ropes and developing a love and passion for his family's business. Have you ever pictured cattle for the Rockefeller family in NY? Or for the King of Morocco? Set up a dark negative room? Traveling the world, meeting people, building an amazing network and still rooted in where he started, I know you're going to enjoy this as much as I did. Our last interview episode for Season 1. It has been a great experience starting this in June/July and watching what it has grown into now. One last episode in review before the Holiday season. See you at Agribition! Season Sponsor, Klassen Cattle Equipment. Episode 10 Sponsor, D&N Livestock Highlight Sponsor, 2021 World Maine Anjou Congress Thank y'all so much for listening and subscribing to the podcast. Drop us a DM anytime. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

This was a real fun interview with an early 30's aged breeder that is building momentum in the business. Justin VanDeWoestyne of Vandy cattle joins me in talking cows, building up a herd, working off farm and much more. You'll hear from Justin how he has always chased his passions and I hope that is something we all can take away and push to achieve. Thank y'all so much for listening and subscribing to the podcast. Drop us a DM anytime Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

If you have been around the show cattle world or purebred business in Canada you have a Dr Don Miller memory. A genuine person that strives for greatness of his craft and maximizes customer service with lasting friendships. Dr Don has always been willing to sit and visit with just about anyone and it's a treat for him to share his stories and experience in Embryology, travel, cattle production and life. Thank y'all so much for listening and subscribing to the podcast. Drop us a DM anytime. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

A step into some Canadian Club Calf history. This is a topic I'm really passionate about. The origins of breeding programs, the old bulls that were used, expectations and the success/setbacks along the way. Personally I try to promote Club Calf genetics whenever possible, it's a big part of our business and has come a long way from the start as it grew roots in Canada. Dawn shares some great stories and you can tell how much she loved what she was doing at that time in her life. These podcasts are never the end of stories and the topic, reach out to a friend or mentor and ask them what they know and if they have a story or two!  Thank y'all so much for listening and subscribing to the podcast. Drop us a DM anytime. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

It was great to sit down with Trent and Janelle Liebreich of Merit Cattle Co. for an in person interview. You can feel the passion and drive they have for building their family, herd and brand through the entire interview. Just ok is not in their vocabulary and their insight on industry relevant topics is refreshing. Thank y'all so much for listening and subscribing to the podcast. Drop us a DM anytime. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Our first ever in person interview was a blast with Double Bar D Farm, Ken and Logan Dimler. Brought to you by Season 1 Sponsor of the Lifestock Podcast, Klassen Cattle Equipment of Didsbury Alberta. W/C Bankroll 811D, heard of him? But seriously, the chance to talk about building a herd, investing in bulls and making some major decisions based on advancing your genetics, it was a great conversation. Ken and Logan are great people, so humble and grounded with their outlooks and descriptions of making opportunities for themselves. As the quote goes, 'Luck is where hard work meets preparation'. We could have visited for hours with no end about so much more than we did. Thank you again to the Dimlers for their time. Thanks for listening and finding us on social media, please send us your feedback and comments. We sure like hearing from you. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Welcome to the Lifestock Podcast. On Episode 4 brought to you by Klassen Cattle Equipment and INC Speckle Parks, Barry and Patty Hall join me in discussing their families operation. How they started, change of breed focus, listening to customers needs and incorporating into their program. Networking is such an amazing skill and the Hall's have done a wonderful job as they gained the experience and followed their passions in the livestock sector. We didn't even have to *bleep* out Barry once! Thanks for listening and finding us on social media, please send us your feedback and comments. We sure like hearing from you. Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/

Welcome to the Lifestock Podcast. Episode 3 is a little longer but if you like great stories and having a few laughs Grant Alexander, a legendary figure in Shorthorn Cattle has us covered. A lifetime within the breed, vast experience in the cattle business, not just in purebred cattle. Operating a feedlot, traveling, showing, marketing, helping young enthusiastic breeders and his online genetic sales. Grant offers up advice within his interview that should be written on the wall to read everyday. Welcome to our Season 1 sponsor Klassen Cattle Equipment! Thank you to our episode sponsor GJG Black Angus. Thank you for listening and your support, Kurtis Reid Contact us: Lifestockpodcast@gmail.com Facebook @LifestockPod Instagram @LifestockPod Twitter @LifestockPod https://thecliffsfarm.com/