Cattle Business Basics: How to Run a Business

Sep 01, 2026 · 56:25 · S3E7

The Fertility Rule Behind a 90% Conception Herd

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What does it take to hit a 90% first-service conception rate — a number most academics say isn't realistic? In this episode, host Baxter Whitworth sits down with Jarrod Muntford, …

Aug 01, 2026 · 29:47 · S3E5

Cattle Insurance vs. Frozen Genetics: Which Protects More?

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Most cattle producers know they should protect their herd. Few have a clear plan for how — or whether insurance, frozen genetics, or both make sense for where their operation …

Jul 01, 2026 · 37:36 · S3E4

Cattle Breeding Seasons vs. Year-Round: What Drives Profit

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Breeding seasons vs. year-round breeding — which approach actually makes your cow-calf operation more profitable?Most cow-calf producers breed whenever their cattle come into heat. It's simple, it's familiar, and it …

Jun 01, 2026 · 27:11 · S3E1

Are Cattle Buyback Programs the Key to Higher Premiums?

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How cow-calf producers can secure premiums, reduce marketing time, and stay free from restrictive contracts.Discover how cattle buyback programs help cow-calf producers earn premiums, reduce marketing hassle, and keep full …

May 20, 2026 · 43:10 · S2E24

Are You Leaving Money on the Table in Your Cattle Business?

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How cow-calf producers can use vertical integration principles to capture more value from their own cattle — with Jojo Corrales of HeartBrand Beef.Most cow-calf producers sell at weaning and walk …

May 08, 2026 · 32:10 · S2E23

Vertical Integration: The Cattle Business Dirty Word?

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

Mar 01, 2026 · 37:38 · S2E22

The Cattle Business Blueprint: Profit, Land & Legacy

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What does it actually take to build a cattle operation that stays profitable for decades — and passes down wealth instead of debt?In this episode of the Cattle Innovation Station …

Feb 24, 2026 · 33:30 · S2E21

Are You Spending Your Cattle Business Money Wrong?

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

Feb 10, 2026 · 38:36 · S2E20

Is Your Cattle Business at Risk? 2 Things to Fix Now

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

Feb 01, 2026 · 40:47 · S2E19

Do You Know Your Cattle Operation Breakeven?

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

Jan 25, 2026 · 20:27 · S2E18

This $18 Tool Could Boost Your Cattle Operation's Profitability by up to $2,500

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In beef production, tracking birth weight is a critical aspect of managing your livestock to reduce risk and improve herd profitability. Birth weight not only impacts the health and growth …

Jan 18, 2026 · 25:18 · S2E17

How Boundaries Keep Your Cattle Herd Innovative and Sustainable

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This episode of the Cattle Innovation Station podcast delves into the importance of setting boundaries in cattle operations to ensure sustainability and innovation. The discussion features insights from Brandon and …