Casual Cattle Conversations
Casual Cattle Conversations is a podcast that utilizes rancher-to-rancher education to share experiences, stories and information about beef cattle producers and other individuals in the cattle industry. This podcast covers all topics related to ranching from time management, entrepreneurship, finances and anything in-between. Join the host, Shaye Koester-Wanner, each week to connect with fellow cattle producers and industry leaders.
Link to website, episodes, merchandise & transcripts: https://linktr.ee/cattleconvos
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 246
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Two Grazing Tools Ranchers Need to Know About
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Wanner visits with Shane White of Ceres Tag and Justin Hossfeld of RangeView by Envu. Together, they explore how integrating these two technologi…
How Virtual Fence is Solving Real Problems for Real Ranchers
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, host Shaye Wanner sits down with Jim Strickland, a sixth-generation Florida rancher managing multiple operations across the state. Together, they discu…
Strategies to Improve Pregnancy Rates in Cow Herd
Join Shaye Wanner on the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast as she delves into the intricacies of improving pregnancy rates in cattle with expert Lacey Quail. Discover practical strategies and insi…
Tax Conscious Ways for Ranchers to Spend Profits
Join Shaye Wanner and Aaron Berger as they dive into the world of ranch profits, exploring how ranchers can effectively utilize their profits while being tax conscious. From strategic investments to …
Tips for First Generation Ranchers
Join Shaye Wanner as she sits down with Emma Coffman, a first-generation beef producer, to explore her journey into the ranching industry. Emma shares her experiences, challenges, and the innovative …
How Ranchers Can Sell Beef to Schools—and Why It Matters
Join host Shaye Wanner as she delves into the inspiring journey of Todd and Taylor Stegall and Callie Barber, who are revolutionizing school lunches by introducing local beef into the system. Discove…
How Retailers View Beef: Consumer Trends Ranchers Can’t Ignore
Join Shaye Wanner in a compelling conversation with Lamar Steiger as they delve into consumer perceptions and buying patterns in the beef industry. Discover insights from Lamar's unique experiences a…
Breaking Down Profitability: Expenses, Goals and a Path Forward
Join host Shaye Wanner on the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast as she chats with Patrick Jones from the Noble Research Institute about strategies for ranch profitability. Learn how to set realisti…
Choosing the Right Bull: Precision Genetics for Commercial Ranchers with Marty Ropp
Are you ready to make more confident bull-buying decisions that truly move your ranch forward? In this episode, Shaye Wanner visits with Marty Ropp of Allied Genetic Resources to discuss how commerci…
Online Vs. Traditional Bull Sales: What Works Best for Ranchers?
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, host Shaye Koester-Wanner reconnects with Casey Fanta, seedstock manager at Wulf Cattle, to explore how the beef industry is evolving—especially when i…
Breaking Down Ranch Profitability: Expenses, Goals and the Path Forward
Join host Shaye Wanner on the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast as she chats with Patrick Jones from the Noble Research Institute about strategies for ranch profitability. Learn how to set realisti…
Keep or Cull: Economic Insights for Managing Open Cows
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Jon Biermacher joins to explore the critical economic decisions ranchers face—particularly around culling cows. Jon dives into the financial trade-offs…
The Future of Virtual Fencing with SenseHub Vence
What if fencing your pastures no longer required posts, wires, or constant upkeep? In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Wanner talks with Gary Tiller about virtual fencing technology…
The Truth About Wagyu with Arlie Reeves
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, host Shaye Wanner chats with Arlie Reeves about her family's journey raising Wagyu cattle. From the breed’s rich history to marketing premium beef and …
Why You Always Feel Behind on the Ranch And How to Fix It
In this solo episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Koester-Wanner addresses a feeling many ranchers know all too well—feeling behind. She explores why that mindset exists, how it relates to t…
Creep Feeding: Will it Pay Off?
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Wanner and Mark Johnson discuss the practice of creep feeding in cattle management. They explore the advantages and disadvantages of creep feedin…
Bloodlines and Bottom Lines: Navigating Family and Finance on the Ranch
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, host Shaye Wanner sits down with Dave Specht, a leading voice on generational ranching and family business continuity. Together, they dive into the com…
A Simple Path to Financial Clarity for Ranchers with Ambrook
In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, host Shaye Wanner sits down with Jason and Candice, alongside Maika from Ambrook, to unpack the realities of diversified ranching, the power of precise…
Ranch Wedding Venues: Is this the solution to quitting your off-farm job?
Are wedding venues and AirBNBs really a good way for ranchers to make more money? In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, host Shaye Wanner sits down with Jason Wrich to explore how ranchers …
Mental Health and Ranching: Why You Should Dig Up the Family History Book
Why is mental health in agriculture still hard to talk about? In this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations, Shaye Wanner talks with Bridgette and Lauren from the Rural Well Podcast about breaking g…