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This week, Shaye Wanner interviews NDSU livestock development specialist Jon Biermacher about the economics of buying weaned/backgrounded heifers in spring, breeding them, and selling them about a year later as long-bred heifers or as pairs, using an Excel-based enterprise budget tool developed from a student producer's plan. The model includes key costs (heifer purchase, pasture/feed/hay/mineral, health, breeding, transport, interest, marketing) and compares AI plus cleanup bulls versus natural service, finding about a $55/head advantage to not using AI (not counting added labor) and little observed revenue premium for AI'd breds. In their projections, pairs returned about $100/head more than bred heifers. Results show costs are dominated by heifer purchase and feed, with profit highly sensitive to purchase price; a ~$0.20/lb increase can erase roughly $200/head projected net return. This conversation is helpful for anyone looking to create projections on their operation with resources from the NDSU team. Join Rising Ranchers Here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risingranchers Catch more conversations like this one and learn more at https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ 01:31 Meet John Biermacher 04:54 Defining the Enterprise 06:08 Building the Budget Tool 13:03 Markets and Assumptions 15:04 AI Versus Bulls 19:48 Where the Costs Sit 22:26 Breds Versus Pairs 25:35 Break Evens and Risk 31:47 Tools Beyond Spreadsheets
-Back in studio after a week in Vegas-Rob Harley-Jesse Kurtz-Troy Calhoun-Spain wins the World Cup-Weekend game balls
Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share some of the week's top stories in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Plant Pathologist Andrew Friskop. Friskop visits with listeners about what he's seeing in wheat fields across the state, as well as what corn farmers should be watching for when scouting fields. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NDSU Moves to the FBS! - July 17th, 10:00amAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
-THEY LET US GET TO FRIDAY-LIve from Sickies in Las Vegas-Gloria Nevarez-Jason Eck-Jay Sawvel-Timmy Chang
Guests Include: - Mike McFeely, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead Columnist - Gloria Nevarez, Mountain West Commissioner - Tim Polasek, NDSU head football coach - Dan Mullen, UNLV head football coach - Scott Walden, UTEP head football coach
-Live from Day 2 of Mountain West Media Days in Las Vegas!
What if the most powerful opportunity to share Jesus isn't from a stage—but at a gas station, on a dog walk, or during a simple conversation? In this encouraging episode of Revelations Podcast, Reagan welcomes back evangelist Nick Hall, founder of Pulse Ministries, fresh off an incredible weekend where hundreds of people surrendered their lives to Christ at the Fargo Red River Valley Fair. Nick shares inspiring stories of God's faithfulness over the last 20 years, how Pulse began on the campus of NDSU, and why God continues to use ordinary people in extraordinary ways. Together, Reagan and Nick remind us that evangelism isn't about having all the answers—it's about loving people, asking simple questions, and being available for the Holy Spirit to work through us. In This Episode Nick shares what God did at the Red River Valley Fair. Hundreds of people respond to the Gospel. The incredible full-circle story of Pulse Ministries returning to where it all began. Why one conversation can change someone's eternity. A moving story about a little girl wearing a Carson Wentz jersey—and how God used a simple interaction to open the door to faith. Reagan shares how attending a Billy Graham crusade became the beginning of her journey with Christ. Why asking "How are you...really?" can open hearts. How God uses everyday believers—not just pastors and evangelists—to reach people. A prayer for boldness, compassion, and divine appointments. Find more from Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | Youtube Learn more about the Pulse Ministry Connect with Nick on social media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter Become Part of Our Mission! Support The Revelations Podcast: Your support fuels our mission to share transformative messages of hope and faith. Click here to learn how you can contribute and be part of this growing community! This Episode is brought to you by Advanced Medicine Alternatives Get back to the active life you love through natural & regenerative musculoskeletal healing: https://www.georgekramermd.com/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and overview of recent ministry experiences 03:44 Nick shares about his recent trip to North Dakota 06:25 The significance of Fargo fair and evangelistic outreach 07:54 God's faithfulness in college and generational impact 09:51 Stories of lives changed at NDSU and beyond 14:00 The power of simple acts of kindness and love 20:13 A miraculous encounter with Carson Wentz and a young girl 23:08 God's work in families and the importance of prayer 27:08 The joy of everyday evangelism and listening to the Holy Spirit 33:05 Practical steps for sharing faith and praying boldly 36:12 Encouragement to live boldly and love others intentionally
-Live for Mountain West Media Days in Las Vegas!
Guests include: 9:35 am - Mike McFeely, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead Columnist; Tyler Oakes, NDSU baseball head coach; Tye Niekamp, Illinois State senior linebacker; Brock Spack, Illinois State head coach and: Victor Dawson, Illinois State senior running back
-Live from Sickies in Las Vegas!-Mountain West Media Days eve-Which teams do you want to learn about the most?-Future Crop of Bison
This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Crops Economist Frayne Olson. Olson has the details on the latest WASDE Report from USDA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guests include: Jeff Kolpack, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead; Matt Larsen, NDSU Athletic Director; Tim Polasek, NDSU Head Football Coach; Kevin Hanson, Gate City Bank President and; Landon Koenig, NY Mets draft pick
-Back to full strength-NDSU jersey patch news-NDSU Baseball Head Coach Tyler Oakes-Final PGA Picks of the year-Weekend game balls
-THEY LET US GET TO FRIDAY-Blake Engebretson of Bison Report-World Cup quarterfinal picks-More Mountain West -Feel Good News
-Deputy Director of Athletics at NDSU Derrick Lang-Thomas Ashworth on to talk NDSU vs Jacksonville State-EA College Football 27 release day-Buy or Sell
-A week away from Mountain West media days-Voice of the Nevada Wolf Pack John Ramey-Former Bison Luke Weerts-Derrick Lang named Deputy Director of Athletics
Guests include: Drew Trafton, Forum Content Director; Mike McFeely, Forum of Fargo-Moorhead Columnist; Charlie Hoel, NDSU 2027 basketball commit and; Evan Wozniak, NDSU 2027 football commit
-Sam reveals his Mountain West preseason all-conference team-Group of 6 writer Colton Pool-Future Crop of Bison -USMNT gets crushed
-The summer of Sam and Ian begins-U.S. vs Belgium tonight in the World Cup -Mike McFeely joins-NDSU Soccer Head Coach Mike Regan-Weekend game balls
This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Horticulturist Tom Kalb. Kalb discusses natural insecticides for gardeners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 8am hour of Thursday's Mac & Cube continued with Brad Galli, form YouTube's Brad Galli Show, telling us why Kyle Whittingham making changes is exactly what needed to be done, if Bryce Underwood has fixed his biggest issues from 2025, and why he thinks there's a more balanced Big Ten this upcoming season; then, we play a game of "Do You Know Your Conferences?"; later, Sam Neidermann, voice of the North Dakota State Bison, says why the mentality and standard won't change with the jump to FBS, how they plan to utilize the Transfer Portal, and what's the ceiling for NDSU; and finally, Cole can't believe some of the rushing attempt numbers from last season. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
-THEY LET US GET TO THURSDAY-U.S. survives and advances despite the bogus red card-NDSU MBB Head Coach Dave Richman-Air Force play by play man Jim Arthur-Buy or Sell
-Sam returns (again)-701 day-NDSU Football Head Coach Tim Polasek-Derrick Lang joins-World Cup updates
-Summer of Andy and Ian comes to a close-NDSU Men's golfer Carter White-Bison Baseball assistant coach Andy Young-Future Crop of Bison
-The summer of Andy and Ian returns-Exit interview with Dylan Geissert-Bison Football sideline reporter Noah Gindorff-Weekend game balls-World Cup knockout round gets underway
06/26/26: Minnesota State Representative Heather Keeler is joined in the studio by Sonja and Seinquis to speak about costs related to higher education. Seinquis Leinen is the Senior Director of Strategic Enrollment Management at NDSU. (Joel Heitkamp is a talk show host on the Mighty 790 KFGO in Fargo-Moorhead. His award-winning program, “News & Views,” can be heard weekdays from 8 – 11 a.m. Follow Joel on X/Twitter @JoelKFGO.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guests include: Avery Bartels, NDSU junior golfer; Chris Larson, Moorhead CC General Manager; Scott Sinner, RR Amateur Committee Chairman; Greg McCullough, NDGA Hall of Famer and; Matt Johnson, NDSU women's head golf coach
-THEY LET US GET TO FRIDAY-Summer of Sam and Ian begins-NDSU AD Matt Larsen-Coach Richman and Coach Collins recieve extensions-Ross Uglem live in studio-Feel Good News
The NBA offseason explodes as LaMelo Ball is reportedly headed to the Timberwolves in a blockbuster deal that could reshape the Western Conference. We also break down the NCAA's sweeping new eligibility rules that effectively eliminate the traditional redshirt system, Michigan's historic NBA Draft night, and postseason changes for North Dakota State and Sacramento State. Plus, the latest on the serious allegations involving Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, Team USA's World Cup path, and a look ahead to this weekend's Travelers Championship and international soccer action.Live Show Tuesday and Thursday, 3pm est.SOCIALS: https://linktr.ee/drewberquistWEBSITE: https://AirItOutBro.com #DrewBerquist #Balls&Banter #BallsShow Notes/Links: USMNT round of 32 and 16 games forecasted https://x.com/ClayTravis/status/2069888535558267229?s=20 The NCAA is officially adopting the age-based eligibility structure, giving players 5 years to play 5 seasonshttps://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069486481752670280?s=20N.C. State vs Virginia will remain Week 0 game after changing tune on Rio De Janeirohttps://x.com/PackFootball/status/2069481084975288425?s=20NCAA approves postseason eligibility for NDSU and Sacramento State effective immediatelyhttps://x.com/CFBKings/status/2069889561186926854?s=20Michigan makes history in NBA drafthttps://x.com/umichbball/status/2069802651735175583?s=20The Charlotte Hornets are trading LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030) and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033) https://x.com/espn/status/2070136874715291857?s=20Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold has been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa, Floridahttps://x.com/Breaking911/status/2070001338944041146?s=20
This NDSU Ag Minute features Marlen Eve, Assistant Director of the North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station. The annual field days feature speakers, tours and field demonstrations for farmers, ranchers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NFL leadership had and response for Brendon Sworsby and none of saw it coming. The Shield did something that all sports leagues need to do. They sent a very message to Brendon Sworsby. NCAA and College Sports Commission are tire of being sued for more eligibility by the athletes. In some cases by some athletes who forfeited their eligibility to go pro early. I explain the new plan on eligibility and why it makes since to do so. NDSU and Sac State got some good news from the NCAA, the news was about a rule change and why it effect others who may want to make the leap from FCS to Big boy FBS football. Find out what 5 mil buys you these days. The hell of Spring football may be lessening the effect of jamming a lot in a short time. They will spreading out practices for serval reasons. I talk about how things were and how things may change for the better. The Senate save college sports bill , if passed. Will have some side effects that only a small group of people knew about. This side effect will have wide sweeping changes in changes in college sports. We knew about some things about the Save college sports act, but the fine print was not read well. I finish the show with more on why the NFL chose to do what they did. Title Sponsor: minnesotapersonalinjury.com Sponsor:www.Linkzart.com www.Jaybeesgloverepair.com #SWORSBY, #SAVECOLLEGESPORTSACT, #SPRINGFOOTBALL, #AGERULE, #NDSU, #SACSTATE, #NFL, #NFLDRAFT,
Guests Include: - John Clark, Mahnomen-Waubun head football coach - Jason Kemp, MSUM men's basketball head coach - Marlee Falcon, 2027 USD basketball commit - Jocelyn Schiller, NDSU junior guard
David Richman continues to add to his legacy at North Dakota State University, leading the Bison to another Summit League Championship and NCAA Tournament appearance this past season. In the process, NDSU set a program record for wins in a single season, further cementing the team's place among the nation's top mid-major programs. More than a decade removed from winning a conference title in his first season as head coach, Richman has once again guided the Bison to the top of the Summit League.What makes NDSU's success particularly impressive is its consistency in an era of constant change across college athletics. Richman has been a part of the program since 2003, helping establish a culture built on player development, accountability, and long-term success. While roster turnover and transfer portal movement have become the norm throughout college basketball, the Bison have remained one of the sport's most stable programs, with Richman's leadership serving as the foundation for that sustained success.Now, the focus shifts to building on another championship season and continuing the standard that has defined NDSU basketball for years. As the program looks toward future Summit League titles and NCAA Tournament appearances, Richman is also closing in on becoming the all-time winningest coach in school history. With his impact already deeply woven into the fabric of the program, another milestone appears well within reach as he continues to shape the next chapter of Bison basketball.
This NDSU Ag Minute features Rupak Karn, Precision Agriculture Specialist at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center. Karn visits with listeners about the precision ag research taking place in Carrington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This NDSU Ag Minute features NDSU Extension Water Engineer Laxmi Prasad. Prasad offers some advice to growers regarding early summer irrigation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rusty Halvorson and Sarah Heinrich share the week's top stories in agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.