Arkansas Cattle Business Podcast

<p>In this episode, we catch up with our summer intern and learn more about her background, interests and what she hopes to gain from her time with the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association. We also recap the recent ACLC...

<p>After a busy month we welcome you to our new office! We sit down to talk about a Hats on the Hill update at the state and federal level. We recap area conferences and give a membership update.</p>

<p>In this episode, we sit down with Michael Watkins of Watkins Cattle Company and Preferred Livestock Products to talk about his journey in the cattle business and the role relationships, reputation and hard work play...

<p>In this episode, we come to you live from Nashville at the NCBA Cattle Con. We sit down with some of the ACA leadership to talk about their experience attending the convention and why they attended.</p>

<p>In this episode, we sit down to talk about the 2026 membership year! We discuss monthly incentives, recruiter rewards, county programs and what to expect this year.</p><p><br></p><p>Want to renew your membership...

<p>In this year-in-review episode, we cover membership growth and member engagement, key policy and advocacy efforts, and the national issues that impacted the cattle industry throughout the year.</p><p><br></p><p>We...

<p>Dr. Jonathan Kubesch joins the podcast to share practical advice on managing forages through the cold season. From ryegrass to hay testing to stretching winter feed, we break down what Arkansas cattle producers...

<p>In this episode, Michelle talks about our time at the last ACLC session this week and the USDA plan to strengthen the cattle industry. She deep dives into which parts of this plan could have the biggest impact on...

<p>In this episode, we talk about our time at the Arkansas State Fair last week and discuss President Trump's plan on importing more Argentinian beef as a way to lower beef prices. </p><p><br></p><p>The Arkansas...

<p>In this episode, Michelle shares a federal Hats on the Hill update on the ELRP program, New World Screwworm, and the government shutdown. Noralee highlights ACA membership new and ACLC applications, and we close with...

<p>In this episode, Michelle sits down with Tanner Beymer, lobbyist for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association in Washington, D.C. Tanner shares insights on what’s happening at the Capitol, the issues shaping the...

<p>In this episode, we sit down with incoming ACA President, Don Hubbell. Don shares his journey in the cattle industry, his long-standing involvement with ACA, and the experiences that shaped his leadership. We also...

<p>Join us for a special episode as we visit with outgoing ACA President Scott Sullivan. Scott shares an inside look at his years of service to key wins for Arkansas cattle producers. Hear his reflections on leadership...

<p>In this episode, we celebrate National Intern Day by sitting down with our summer intern, Aubrey Phillips, to reflect on her time with the Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association and what she’s learned along the way. Then...

<p>In this episode, we announce our final membership numbers for 2025, 100% counties, and this year's Top Hands. We also go into more details about what to expect at the Annual Convention & Trade Show...