Podcasts about Charolais

In advance of the Irish Grassland Association Open Day on the 30th July in Co. Cavan, Sebana Moynagh joins the Beef Edge to give an insight into her Breffni Pedigree Charolais Herd and to discuss practical beef production and grassland management strategies relevant to both pedigree and commercial suckler farmers.The Breffni Charolais herd runs approximately 90 pedigree Charolais cows in a performance-recorded, grass-based system, operating a 100% AI breeding programme with predominantly autumn-calving cows. The herd is focused on breeding functional, milky and fertile females, whilst also producing bulls with high carcass weight, fleshing ability and calving ease for suckler farmers. Topics on the evening will include breeding strategy and genetic selection, herd health planning, paddock design and grazing management, reseeding strategies and the development of labour-efficient systems to improve overall farm performance. Visitors will have the opportunity to view cows and calves, weanling bulls and heifers, along with cattle handling and housing facilities on the farm.Food will be served to all attendees who arrive at 6.00 pm sharp, with the farm walk beginning promptly at 6.30 pm.For more information:https://www.irishgrassland.ie/event-detail/beef-event-2026/ For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com 

On today's edition of the show, Eric is joined by Houston BBQ Festival co-founder Michael Fulmer to discuss some of the latest news from the Houston food world including Relish Restaurant & Bar moving to a new location, Island Grill already claiming the former home of Relish, and the return of Houston Restaurant Weeks. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Charolais and Coarse are featured.    Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com: Comfort Food Restaurant Confirms Big Move to New River Oaks Development Family-Owned Houston Grill Claims Prime River Oaks Space for 6th Location 3 More Houston Restaurant Charity Dining Events Raising Money in August Houston Restaurant Touched by Tragedy will Close After 2 Years in Montrose Austin Restaurant Known for Khachapuri Sets Sail for Houston

Season 5 Episode 14 - We have a great conversation overseas with the General Manager of the Charolais Society of Australia Ltd , Colin Rex! 2026 Charolais World congress that's being held in Australia August 5th- 17th.

Roscommon suckler and sheep farmer, Olivia Hynes, joins Catherine Egan and Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Damien Costello, to give an overview of her system and a preview of the FutureBeef National Farm Walk taking place on her farm on 29th July at 6:30pm.Olivia runs an intensive mixed grazing enterprise, with 49 cows calving in 2026.  In 2024, Olivia moved to a 100% AI breeding programme, a major shift following fertility issues with stock bulls. She now uses a mix of Belgian Blue, Charolais, Limousin, and Simmental sires, supported by two vasectomised bulls for heat detection.Her goal is to breed all replacements from within her own herd, improving herd health and reducing both disease risk and costs associated with purchasing animals. Selecting the right genetics for maternal performance, fertility, calving ease and carcass quality remains central to building a productive weanling system on Olivia's farm. Weanlings are targeted for the export market and sold in the local mart from September. Last year the weanling heifers weighed 359kg and the bulls weighed 361kg at time of sale. Olivia has placed great emphasis on increasing weight gain from grass while selecting AI sires with high carcass and conformation.Olivia complements the suckler enterprise with an early to mid-season ewe flock of 230 ewes. Scanning & weaning percentages are excellent with all lambs either finished off grass to factory specification or sold live in Roscommon mart. With lambs weaned on the farm, thoughts are moving to selecting ewes for breeding season 2026 and carrying out the ram NCT. This will be a practical demonstration at the farm walk and which will be of huge interest to sheep farmers. Reducing labour on the farm when managing sheep will also be discussed on the evening with a discussion around TAMS equipment.Join us on Wednesday, 29th July at 6:30pm for a FutureBeef National Farm Walk on the farm of Olivia Hynes, Kilcash, Co. Roscommon. The event will be signposted from Knockcroghery village.Further details at:https://teagasc.ie/event/futurebeef-farm-walk-olivia-hynes/ For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com 

In the 1440s, the Burgundian Court began to be rocked by a question: should Burgundy align itself with England or France?Time Period Covered: 1444-1454Notable People: Philip the Good, Isabella of Portugal, Charles the Bold, King Charles VII, Isabella of Bourbon Countess of Charolais, Charles I Duke of Bourbon, Richard Duke of York, Edmund Beaufort Duke of Somerset, Margaret of Anjou Queen of France, King Henry VINotable Events/Developments: Factions at the Burgundian Court, Changing Relations with France, Madness of Henry VI, Beginning of the Wars of the Roses, Relations between the Burgundians and the Yorkists, Charles the Bold's Childhood, Marriage of Charles the Bold and Isabella of Bourbon

Keeping the breed moving forward, guided by the membership — that's the role of the American Angus Association Board of Directors. The group met this week to: Review fiscal year trends in fiscal numbers and program enrollments  Address member feedback on everything from amplifying the Pathfinder® program to a rule change for donor dams  Adopt an updated tissue sample archival policy   Get updates on the following research projects: $B validation, cow efficiency, bovine congestive heart failure (BCHF) studies and haplotype Approve a three-year long-range plan for Angus Genetics Inc.  Discuss the increases inflation and price hikes have had on the long-term profitability of the Angus Journal®  Learn more about the Certified Angus Beef ® supply challenges and strength in demand  Discuss the Angus Foundation opportunities and planning for the future  This conversation gives you an inside look at discussions around the board table, including decisions that were made and how the Board arrived at them.  HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS:  Jim Brinkley, 2026 president and chairman, has served on the American Angus Association Board of Directors for the past seven years. Along with their children, Crystal and Justin, Brinkley and his wife, Sherry, own 1,300 acres and 400 registered Angus cattle at Brinkley Angus Ranch (BAR) near Milan, Mo. Paul Bennett manages Knoll Crest Farm, Inc., a four-generation seedstock operation, near Red House, Va. Bennett's grandfather, Paul D. Bennett, established a registered cow herd in 1944, and the family transitioned the farm from a typical southside-Virginia tobacco, livestock and crop farm to a beef seedstock operation in the 1980s. Today, Knoll Crest is operated by the team of brothers — Jim, Brian and Paul — along with Paul's nephew, Dalton. Bennett and his wife, Tracy, have two children, Scott and Sarah, and four grandchildren.  Alan Mead is a third-generation Angus breeder from Barnett, Mo. After completing his undergraduate degree, medical school and his residency, Mead returned to the area in 1994 as a board-certified anesthesiologist practitioner, serving his local community while harboring a new vision for Mead Farms. The farm has grown to more than 7,000 acres and close to 1,500 registered Angus cows in addition to Charolais, Hereford and Red Angus cattle. Mead has two daughters who are actively working as the fourth generation of Mead Farms.    RELATED READING: President's Letter Angus Genetics Inc. research projects Brand Production Beyond Borders  Don't miss news in the Angus breed. Visit www.AngusJournal.net and subscribe to the AJ Daily e-newsletter and our monthly magazine, the Angus Journal.

Season 5 Episode 11 - New things happening in the Charolais world with special guests Jared Wareham and Kristian Rennert! The inside scoop to new marketing strategies to help promote our breed. Plus! 1st time ever podcast take over! 

Season 5 Episode 10  -Attention all Junior Charolais Exhibitors A great behind the scenes discussion with the American International Junior Association Executive Board and what to expect in all the competitions being held at this years Char Cup Charolais Jr Nationals June 20-26, 2026 in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Brent Thiel was early in his career with the American International Charolais Association when he got a nudge that changed the trajectory for him and his family. He bought a ranch and started a partnership that would span nearly four decades. During that time they grew the Lindskov-Thiel Ranch to become a household name in western South Dakota, with Angus and Charolais genetics that traveled around the globe. In recent years, they've amicably split the ranch, providing a model of how to make what started as a handshake agreement work out in the long run. Brent discusses his philosophies on creating functional cattle, building customer relationships and keeping the long game in mind.   HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully   GUEST: Brent Thiel was raised on a sheep and horse ranch near Aberdeen, S.D. He earned an ag journalism degree from South Dakota State University and briefly worked for the Tri-State Livestock News before taking a job as a fieldman for the American International Charolais Association. That job introduced Brent to his wife, Nancy, and they married and moved to South Dakota and started Lindskov-Thiel Ranch in partnership with Les and Marcia Lindskov. That business arrangement would span nearly four decades, growing them into a household name in both the Charolais and later Angus circles, before splitting up the partnership to allow for future growth in different directions. Today, the Thiels raise Angus cattle under the Thiel Ranch banner and take time to visit their two grown children and their families “down South.”   SPONSORS:  Angus Media: A solid herd starts with the cows. Commercial cattlemen need to know that your foundation is built on maternal traits. Tell them in the Female Foundations special section published with the September Angus Beef Bulletin. Get an advertisement, feature and social post all in the same package. Contact your regional manager or our advertising team to learn more. Find them at www.angus.org/angus-media/about/contact-us.  Angus Media: You are the most powerful marketing tool you have. Share your story directly to potential customers with a creative video by Angus Media. Our videographers are also cattle people, so they know how showcase your Angus cattle and can help bring your story to life. Let them put you at ease as you show them around your ranch and explain what sets you apart. Visit AngusMedia.org to get started today.   Don't miss news in the Angus breed. Visit www.AngusJournal.net and subscribe to the AJ Daily e-newsletter and our monthly magazine, the Angus Journal.

Season 5 Episode 6 - A trip down Charolais lane with the legend Buddy Westphal of Valley View Charolais of Polson, Mt. So many fun stories and great Charolais history in this episode and highlights with his 58th annual bull sale March 28th!

Send us Fan MailBurgundy: The Food Capital of France You Need to KnowBurgundy. Most people think of wine. But the food story of this region is one of the most extraordinary in all of France — and most people have never heard it properly told.In this episode I'm taking you deep into the heart of Burgundy — through the dishes, the ingredients, the cheeses, the drinks, the sweet things, and the remarkable people who have shaped this region's culinary identity across the centuries.We're talking Boeuf Bourguignon and the surprising history behind the dish the whole world thinks it knows. Coq au Vin and the two-thousand-year-old victory meal legend that may or may not involve Julius Caesar. Oeufs en Meurette — one of the most quietly perfect things you will ever eat. Gougères fresh from the oven. Jambon Persillé. And a chicken dish born entirely from a kitchen accident that a quick-thinking woman turned into something magnificent.We're covering the ingredients that make this landscape so special — Charolais beef, Bresse chicken, Burgundy truffles that most people don't know exist, and a Dijon mustard story that takes a surprising detour into hip hop.There are cheeses — including Époisses, the king of cheeses that nearly ceased to exist and was saved by one farming couple in 1956. Blackcurrants and the medicinal brochure that started it all. Crème de Cassis, the Kir, and Marc de Bourgogne. Pain d'Épices, Nonnettes, and the tiny anise candy that has been made the same way since 1591.And there are the chefs. A man born in Dijon in 1618 who single-handedly invented modern French cuisine. A farm girl from the edge of Bresse who became the most decorated chef in the world. The largely forgotten godfather of Burgundian fine dining. And the brilliant, charismatic three-star chef whose story of ambition, pressure and tragedy quietly inspired one of the most beloved films ever made.Burgundy doesn't announce itself. It just quietly produces some of the most extraordinary food in the world and waits for you to pay attention. This episode is your invitation.My book Paris: A Fabulous Food Guide to the World's Most Delicious City is your ultimate companion. This is a new 2026 update for the book and you'll find hand-picked recommendations for the best boulangeries, patisseries, wine bars, cafés, and restaurants that truly capture the flavor of Paris. You can order it online at andrewpriorfabulously.com For those who want to take things further, why not come cook with me here in Montmorillon, in the heart of France's Vienne region? Combine hands-on French cooking classes with exploring charming markets, tasting regional specialties, and soaking up the slow, beautiful pace of French countryside life. Find all the details at andrewpriorfabulously.comYou can help keep the show thriving by becoming a paid subscriber on substack where you'll also get fabulous extra content. Every contribution makes a huge difference. Join here at Substack , Merci beaucoup!Newsletter Youtube Instagram Facebook ...

Season 5 Episode 5 - We have a great visit with Adam and Julia Dean of the Effertz Key Ranch in North Dakota. Amazing family history on how the family got started in the Charolais breed and a very monumental birthday coming up! Plus some highlights on their upcoming bull sale March 12th!

Season 5 Episode 5 - We have a great visit with Adam and Julia Dean of the Effertz Key Ranch in North Dakota. Amazing family history on how the family got started in the Charolais breed and a very monumental birthday coming up! Plus some highlights on their upcoming bull sale March 12th!

Season 5 Episode 2 - Part 2 of 2, More highlights of our Charolais Chatter SC online sale!  Special event at our stalls at the Denver Stock Show and much more. 

Season 4 Episode 23 - Nothing but Charolais stuff in our finale episode of 2025!We discuss the extremely unique and rare offerings in our upcoming Charolais Chatter SC online sale January 16th, 2026.

In the final episode of Season 4 of the Organic Matters Podcast, we meet organic farmers Aoife Gibney and Eamon Campbell on their beef and tillage farm in Co. Meath. The couple are recent converts to organics, becoming full-symbol organic this year. Aiofe and Eamon calve in both the Autumn and the Spring and artificially inseminate their heifers, with a mixture of Sailor, Limousine, Charolais and the odd bit of Angus, making up the herd. They talk about converting their housing to meet the organic spacing requirements, with a combination of slatted and straw-bedded areas. They also speak about some of the reasons they made the move and their experience going organic in recent years, which they have found very stimulating and a new challenge. This has included growing red clover and whole-crop silage for their cattle, as well as outwintering cattle on kale. Typically, cattle have been sold into the local marts, with Aoife and Eamon weighing up different options for the future.

Season 4 Episode 22 -Looking for a market to sell your high quality Charolais bulls or heifers? We visit with Ronette Bush- Heinrich from the Cattleman's Classic in Kearney, Nebraska on February 19th, 2026. Entry information, schedule, history and sale averages plus much more are discussed!

Season 4 Episode 21 - Happy Thanksgiving from the Charolais Chatter crew! We visit with upcoming Charolais breeder Clayton Armstrong from the great state of Pennsylvania! A Pennsylvania based start to finish co-op herd for all your genetic and embryo needs. 

Let's talk theatre.  This week on the show is Irish actor/playwright Hannah Coyle (who is also one of the Earful Tower tour guides!) Hannah talks about the theatre scene in Paris, especially the English-language scene,  She also talks about Alchemy Theatre's forthcoming production of Three Sisters, which she personally reimagined from Chekhov's classic play. It runs at Théâtre de l'Opprimé (78 Rue du Charolais, 75012 Paris) from 9–14 December. *********** The Earful Tower exists thanks to support from its members. For the past 92 months and counting it has cost just $10 a month to unlock almost endless extras including bonus podcast episodes, live video replays, special event invites, and our annually updated PDF guide to Paris.  Membership takes only a minute to set up on Patreon, or Substack. Thank you for keeping this channel independent.  For more from the Earful Tower, here are some handy links: Website  Weekly newsletter  Walking Tours

It's The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they bring a special tribute to cattle industry icon Troy Thomas.  Plus how to acquire Thomas Ranch genetics, the latest news, market updates, production sales and even your chance at winning some ranch it up gear 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. Season 5, EPISODE 264 Cally Thomas Kindred Shares The Story Of Troy Thomas   Troy B. Thomas, 62, of Onida, South Dakota, passed away on August 19, 2025. Born December 13, 1962, in Brookings, S.D., Troy was raised in a ranching family and developed a lifelong passion for cattle. He attended South Dakota State University before returning to his family's fourth-generation Thomas Ranch, where he devoted his life to raising registered Angus, Simmental, Red Angus, and Charolais cattle. Throughout his career, Troy amassed significant acclaim in the Western and cattle show world. He won three American Royal titles, was named Charolais Herdsman of the Year, and judged major cattle shows across North America, including in Mexico and Canada. Troy married VeaBea Bourk in 1985. They shared two daughters, Taylor and Cally; sadly, Taylor predeceased him. He is survived by his wife VeaBea, daughter Cally (and her husband Clint Kindred), grandchildren Tee and Tyler, his parents Harry and Kay Thomas, his sister Tracy, and a large extended family. Troy Thomas was deeply respected in the ranching and rodeo communities—not just for his professional achievements, but for his mentorship, character, and passion for Western life. Thomas Ranch Offers Angus & Charolais Genetics For Sale A Massive Mature Dispersal & Cow Reduction Sale From Thomas Ranch On December 10 - 11, 2025, Thomas Ranch is hosting their major event: “ A Lifetime Of Production.” Over 300 Head of Angus & Charolais Genetics will sell 160 Spring Calving Mature Cows (125 Angus & 35 Charolais) 75 Bred Heifers (Angus & Charolais) 25 Fall Heifer Calf Pairs (Angus) 60 A.I. Commercial Heifers (Angus) Charolais Specific Lots including yearling bulls, open heifers, & fall pairs Specific Frozen Genetics including embryos & semen Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Cally Thomas Kindred – Thomas Ranch https://thomasranchcattle.com/ Follow on Facebook: @ThomasRanchSD Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX https://www.stonex.com/ Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos Contact Us with Questions or Concerns Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via: Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms. Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC. https://tiggerandbec.com/ Industry References, Partners and Resources For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources: Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/ American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/ Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/ Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/ Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/ RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/ Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/ Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/ Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/ Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/ Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/ Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/  

Season 4 Episode 20 - All things Charolais!!!!Charolais Chatter online sale,  NILE and Kansas City results, new sires to look out for and much more !!!

Season 4 Episode 18 - We visit with Kim Coudron Schwecke of Monticello, Mn about the Coudron Charolais program and her upcoming SC Online Sale October 15th, 2025. A tremendous set of halter broke heifers, embryo lots and vintage semen being offered from their program.

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 Management: Explore tools like futures, options, and video sales to lock in profitability. Action Steps For Producers Evaluate herd performance and set marketing goals early. Build buyer relationships now to maximize market options. Stay updated on market reports and risk management tools from trusted advisors like StoneX. Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Dr. Kelly Sanders – Westway Feed Products https://westwayfeed.com/ Follow on Facebook: @WestwayFeed Woody Folsom - Circle F Farms https://circleffarms.com/ Follow on Facebook: @CircleFFarmsGA Chris Shivers - Infinity Cattle Services https://infinitycattle.com/ Follow on Facebook: @InfinityCattleServices Mark Vanzee – Livestock, Equine, & Auction Time Expert https://www.auctiontime.com/ https://www.livestockmarket.com/ https://www.equinemarket.com/ Follow on Facebook: @LivestockMkt | @EquineMkt | @AuctionTime Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX https://www.stonex.com/ Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos Contact Us with Questions or Concerns Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via: Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms. Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC. https://tiggerandbec.com/ Industry References, Partners and Resources For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources: Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/ American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/ Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/ Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/ Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/ RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/ Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/ Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/ Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/ Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/ Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/ Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

Season 4 Episode 15  - A special tribute to Troy Thomas! We sit down with 3rd generation Charolais breeder True Garner of V-A-L Charolais. Family history going back to 1967 in Nyssa, Oregon. 

Season 4 Episode 12 -Exciting news for all Charolais breeders with the G 161 Sustainable branded beef program. Exciting results from Charolais jr nationals and much more! 

Season 4 Episode 10 - Cheers to “Norm”! Fun discussion about all the new things happening at the AICA and the progression of our Charolais breed. 

The conversation explores the current enthusiasm in the cattle market, particularly focusing on the bull sales and strategies employed by producers. David Brown introduces the latest episode in the Master Breeder series, featuring Brent Thiel, Isabel, South Dakota, who shares insights from his extensive career in breeding Charolais and Angus cattle. The discussion highlights the importance of family values, early influences in agriculture, and the evolution of the Charolais breed. Brent emphasizes the significance of customer relationships and the balance between sire and cow lines in breeding practices. In this conversation, David and Brent discuss the intricacies of cattle breeding, focusing on the Angus breed and the challenges of maintaining quality across generations. Brent shares insights on the importance of selecting influential sires, understanding customer expectations, and the significance of consistency in cattle quality. He reflects on his breeding philosophy, the impact of recent sires, and the dynamics of his partnership with Les Lindskov. The discussion also touches on the future of the seed stock industry, advice for young breeders, and the rewarding experiences that come from building relationships within the cattle community.Episode Linksjorgensenfarms.commontanaranchangus.comthielranch.com Learn more about our sponsor, Montana Ranch, by visiting MontanaRanchAngus.com.

Season 4 Episode 6 - We head to the great state of Montana to visit with Brett DeBruycker about the upcoming DeBruycker Charolais bull sale April 5th! We highlight some of the top herd sire prospects and much more..

My absolute privilege this week to speak to Bill Bruce, not only one of the top farmers in Scotland but a highly successful cattle breeder whose name is synonymous with firstly Shorthorns and latterly Charolais. Bill speaks of his early ventures into Suffolk sheep, where he excelled, then a dabble with Angus before settling on the Shorthorn breed which at the time was desperately in need of performance improvement. His later move into Charolais cattle was also fruitful where he soon broke the record at 33,000. He also touches on Bruce Farms arable business, which is one of the largest in Scotland.

Genetic innovation in animal agriculture is moving at a faster-than-ever pace, and this episode digs into the history of performance testing while exploring new technologies like computer vision, microbiome analysis and ways to collect more commercial phenotypes. The discussion covers the challenges of more data, including the labor and expense of proposing new traits, along with the opportunities to make big moves in important categories such as health and efficiency. Open-mindedness, collaboration, creativity and standardization will all be needed to make progress. What is the role of the American Angus Association and Angus Genetics Inc. in leading this change? Listen to find out.   HOSTS: Miranda Reiman and Mark McCully GUESTS: John Dickinson and Troy Rowan John Dickinson is a fifth-generation Angus breeder and a former National Junior Angus Board (NJAB) chairman. A University of Illinois graduate and former regional manager for the American Angus Association, Dickinson often makes the trek between his cows in California and his home in Idaho. He is also a founding partner in Parnell Dickinson, Inc., a full-service marketing firm that works in all facets of promotion, management and cattle trade — both seedstock and commercial. Troy Rowan is an assistant professor of beef cattle genomics at the University of Tennessee– Knoxville. His research work brings together many types of “big data,” both phenotypic and genomic, to understand the genetics of economically relevant traits in beef cattle. He also has a part-time Extension appointment, making all that research applicable to the state's beef producers.  Troy grew up on a small Charolais operation in Southwest Iowa and received his undergraduate degree in biology from Creighton University. He earned his doctorate in genetics from the University of Missouri before coming to Tennessee in 2021.  RELATED CONTENT:  Exploring Next-Generation Phenotyping that Drives Commercial Profitability Don't miss news in the Angus breed. Visit www.AngusJournal.net and subscribe to the AJ Daily e-newsletter and our monthly magazine, the Angus Journal.

This episode was recorded at the 2025 Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium. Dr. Felix and Dr. Johnson begin with brief descriptions of their background and interest in beef on dairy research. (3:15)Dr. Felix's first study in this area compared dairy calves with beef on dairy calves of unknown origin. They were placed in the feedlot and fed and implanted the same. Beef on dairy calves grew faster, but they ate more, so there was no difference in feed efficiency. They also had larger ribeye areas and slightly heavier carcass weights. In subsequent studies, calf growers indicated that beef on dairy calves were more hardy and got a quicker start in the calf systems. (9:16)Dr. Johnson and Dr. Felix are both fans of using Charolais sires in beef on dairy systems. Dr. Felix emphasizes that while breed can be important, individual sires within breeds really make the difference when it comes to successful beef on dairy systems. (13:23)The beef and dairy industries speak two different languages when it comes to genetic selection. Dr. Felix encourages education efforts across both segments to speak a common language. Bull studs are heavily invested in this effort. Just 2.5 million units of beef semen were sold in the US in 2017, compared to 9.4 million units in 2024. (16:15)The use of beef sires increased gestation length by two days in one study of over 10,000 dairy records. Dairy producers may have to manage the dry period of beef on dairy cows differently to avoid loss of milk production. (20:46)Last year, the National Association of Animal Breeders published a new category in their annual semen sales report: heterospermic beef, at 1.5 million straws. Genetic companies have started to market straws containing semen from two to three different beef bulls who have similar desired traits. The literature suggests that different cows' reproductive tract environments have different “preferences” for semen. The theory behind heterospermic beef is by putting more than one bull in a straw, we may see increased fertility for that straw. (27:52)Dr. Felix explains her sire selection process from her USDA research. Regardless of breed, she focused on yearling weight, carcass weight, and ribeye area. Because of this, little difference was found between breeds since the same terminal traits were of priority. Dr. Johnson agrees that the growth of beef on dairy has been beneficial to feedlots and that the beef cattle industry can learn from the beef on dairy systems. (32:36)What challenges still exist with beef on dairy? Dr. Felix suggests we need to get past the block of dairy beef “only being 20% of the fed cattle” - why shouldn't that 20% be as high quality as possible? Health will continue to be a challenge, particularly in the areas of liver abscesses and respiratory disease. (41:46) Adequate colostrum intake is critical for successful beef on dairy calves. Dr. Felix describes a project where calves who had adequate passive immunity were heavier at nine months of age than calves who had failure of passive immunity. Dr. Johnson concurs and reminds listeners that colostrum also contains bioactive components that appear to have value beyond immunity, even after gut closure. (44:36)Dr. Johnson gives some perspective from the cow/calf side of the beef cattle industry regarding beef on dairy. He feels that there is much to learn from beef and dairy systems that can be applied to the cow/calf sector. Dr. Felix has received pushback from cow/calf producers that she's trying to “put them out of business.” She counters that we had 20% dairy influence in fed cattle when they were Holstein, and there is still 20% dairy influence now that they're crossbred cattle. We're not changing how many calves come from the dairy industry each year, but we are increasing the amount of beef produced. (47:52)Each panelist wraps up with their take-home messages. Dr. Zimmerman was interested to learn about the longer gestation lengths in beef on dairy crosses and the implications that has for drying off cows. Dr. Johnson reminds listeners not to forget about the maternal side of the beef on dairy industry. He wonders if dairy producers could select for improved muscling without a loss in milk production to make beef-on-dairy crossbred calves even more desirable to the packer. Dr. Felix comments that, at the end of the day, it's about feeding people. The increase in beef production from beef on dairy is something to be proud of, and she hopes some of what has been learned can also benefit the cow/calf industry to improve sustainability for the entire beef supply chain. (54:16)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt. 

Beef on Dairy: Genomics, Genetics, and Sire SelectionIn this final episode of The Moos Room's three-part Beef on Dairy series, Brad dives into the genetics and genomics of beef-on-dairy crosses. He breaks down the results of genomic testing on 50 crossbred animals, highlighting how breed composition influences carcass traits, marbling, and growth rates.Brad explains how new genomic tools, such as Neogen's identity profile, can help farmers predict carcass weight, average daily gain, and marbling potential early in an animal's life. While the test worked well for supported breeds like Angus and Simmental, results for Charolais and other breeds were inconsistent due to database limitations.The episode also covers sire differences, showing how genetic selection significantly impacts final carcass quality. Brad discusses his own approach to selecting beef sires for dairy cows—prioritizing calving ease and ribeye area over growth rate. He emphasizes that understanding sire variability is key to optimizing beef-on-dairy performance.Finally, Brad explores how genomic testing could help feedlot management, allowing producers to sort and feed cattle based on their genetic potential, potentially increasing profitability. However, the cost-effectiveness of testing for terminal animals remains an open question.Tune in to learn how genomics is shaping the future of beef-on-dairy production!

Beef on Dairy Research: Growth, Efficiency, and Carcass DataIn this episode of The Moos Room, Brad continues the deep dive into beef-on-dairy research, focusing on data collected in Minnesota. This is the second installment of a three-part series, where we examine how different beef breeds perform when crossed with dairy cattle.Key highlights include:✅ Pre-Weaning Performance: Limousin crossbred calves showed greater growth efficiency than Holstein calves, consuming less milk while gaining more weight.✅ Breed Comparisons: Angus, Simmental, Charolais, Hereford, and Limousin crosses were evaluated from birth through harvest. Hereford calves had the highest weaning weights, while Charolais and Simmental showed strong growth through finishing.✅ Carcass Data: Charolais and Hereford yielded the heaviest carcasses, while Limousin crosses had the largest ribeye areas. Angus and Hereford crosses finished the fastest, reaching market weight in fewer days.✅ Meat Quality & Economics: Most animals graded Choice, with some achieving Prime. Economic analysis showed that Charolais and Hereford crosses brought in the highest total revenue due to their larger carcass sizes.Next week, we'll wrap up the series by exploring the role of genomics in beef-on-dairy systems. Tune in to find out if genomic testing is worth it for terminal animals!

Season 3 Episode 29 - We discuss all 45 lots entered in the inaugural Charolais Chatter online sale Denver edition January 17,2025 on SC Online sales. Live lots, flushes, embryos, and semen from some of the most progressive breeders in the U.S.

Season 3 Episode 28 - Q&A session with special guests from all over the country! We are joined with Jeff Bunker of Wisconsin, Justin Dickie of Saskatchewan, BJ Hansen of South Dakota and Braden House of Texas. Our longest episode ever of great Charolais topics and conversation. 

Season 3 Episode 27 - Benes Cattle Company November 27th online sale highlights on SC Online sales. Canadian Farm fair Charolais results and some fun Thanksgiving stories!

durée : 00:05:01 - Déjà debout - Charles Mollet, auteur et metteur en scène d'un spectacle immersif au château de Chaumont-en-Charolais, est l'invité déjà debout du 5/7.

durée : 02:00:30 - Le 5/7 - par : Mathilde MUNOS, Amaury Bocher, Elise Amchin - Charles Mollet, auteur et metteur en scène d'un spectacle immersif au château de Chaumont-en-Charolais, et Elodie Font, productrice des Pieds sur Terre sur France Culture, sont les invités du 5/7.

durée : 00:05:01 - Déjà debout - Charles Mollet, auteur et metteur en scène d'un spectacle immersif au château de Chaumont-en-Charolais, est l'invité déjà debout du 5/7.

Season 3 Episode 25 We have a great visit with herd manager Elisha Johnson of the University of Idaho beef center and the Charolais program that has been going 50 plus years strong! 

On Friday's AOA, powered by Cenex Premium Diesel, we start the show by having a conversation with Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) about his recent op-ed in Newsweek where he compared President Trump's trade agenda against current Harris-Biden Administration policies impacting farmers, ranchers and rural America. In Segment Two, we have a conversation about the tightening cattle supply and how the Charolais breed is uniquely positioned to offer a terminal cross to help offset an expected 700,000 calf shortfall in 2025. We talk with American International Charolais Association Executive Vice President, Brett Spader.   Then we close the show in Segments 3 and 4 with our November Farmer/Rancher Roundtable. We discuss elections, Farm Bill, climate smart practices, the ag economy and more. This month we are joined by Tom Croner from Somerset County, Pennsylvania and John Burk from Bay City, Michigan for our discussion.

Dave Murray is well known in pedigree cattle circles, both as a breeder and judge. He talks us through his young years in the Angus breed and the changes that occurred including bringing in a measuring stick to try and improve them! Through a lifetime with both Angus and Charolais cattle we relive a bit of history, including him being in charge of the conception of the first Charolais to win Smithfield show.

Season 3 Episode 22 - Lee Eaton visits with us on the history of Eaton Charolais of Lindsay, Montana. A lot of history dating back to 1909 in Northeastern Montana. 

Season 3 Episode 17 Live from Charolais Jr Nationals in Belton, Texas with special guest Braden House, Big House Show Cattle of Iola, Texas, and Dale Hecht, 2H cattle , of Paynesville, Minnesota.

Join us on the Grazing Grass Podcast as we continue our journey into the fascinating world of livestock color genetics. In this episode, we explore the practical aspects and implications for breeders, focusing on the two primary pigments—eumelanin (black) and pheomelanin (tan)—that determine livestock coat color. We simplify the terminology for ease of understanding and revisit key genetic loci, such as the extension and agouti loci, which play significant roles in coat color variations in cattle. Additionally, we discuss unique alleles like black-red, where calves change color as they age, and dominant red, which overrides the extension locus. Drawing insights from Dr. Sponenberg's "Practical Color Genetics for Livestock Breeders," we offer a comprehensive guide for beef and dairy cattle breeding.In our discussion on cattle color dilution genetics, we shed light on the Simmental and Charolais dilution alleles, which impact coat colors, resulting in lighter shades like orange, yellow, and various grays. We also touch on other breeds such as Galloway and Dexter, which have their unique dilution genes that can sometimes lead to unexpected coat colors. Furthermore, we explore the genetic complexity in breeds like Brown Swiss and Murray Greys, and mention the recently identified Larson Blue dilution gene, enriching our understanding of the intricate genetics behind cattle coat colors.Our exploration doesn't stop there; we also delve into the intriguing patterns of white spotting genetics in cattle. From the "wading" allele, which creates white patterns on the lower legs and belly, to the "white sides" allele characterized by animals with white sides and pigmented legs, we cover a wide range of patterns. We discuss speckled patterns such as "colorsided," "fisheagle," and "spitting cobra," along with the roan category and its variations like "marocha" and "salineiro." Finally, we examine modifiers like "brockle," "ticking," and "smudge," which add complexity to these patterns. This episode promises a rich and informative discussion on the genetic factors shaping the diverse and beautiful coat colors of livestock.Visit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteKencove Farm Fence

Season 3 Episode 16 Helpful tools traveling with cattle to Charolais Jr Nationals in Belton, Texas! Boss Feed & Vitaferm Stress tubs help prepare the cattle for the long stressful haul. 

A herd of young bulls went under the hammer at the annual Silverstream Charolais and Hereford Stud sale in Motukarara, but with farmers tightening their belts, prices were back a bit compared to last year.

This week on Country Life, we take you inside a beehive and the mind of a man who's been tending to them for half a century, we head to an on-farm Charolais bull auction near Motukarara and we meet a North Otago farming family that's spinning a new yarn, producing 100% woollen coats.

Welcome back to another episode of Brands and Barbed Wire. This week we go back north of the boarder and speak with Lyle Miller of Highway 21 Group in Alberta Canada.  Lyle and his father Ed started out in the cattle feeding business and have transitioned that knowledge and desire for more profitable feeder cattle into their purebred Simmental and Charolais operation focusing heavily on feed efficiency. Today we'll learn about their history and some innovative and transparent things their doing in the seedstock business.  For more information on the Highway 21 Group please go to www.highway21group.com Thanks to our sponsors B.R. Cutrer Ranch www.brcutrer.com, Ranch House Designs www.ranchhousedesigns.com and JMAR Genetics  www.jmargenetics.com