Cattlemen’s Call Podcast

Montana rancher and broadcaster Lane Nordlund hosts this monthly “coffee talk” style podcast focusing on the producers in the beef industry. Learn and laugh together with the stories of cattlemen and women from across the country. We all have stories to tell; we all have successes and failures; we all work with family and it’s always great to talk about what is going on in the beef industry across the country.

Cattlemen’s Call Podcast is a society podcast hosted by National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association hosts Cattlemen’s Call Podcast, a society show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #170

  Will This El Niño Be the “Perfect Storm” Cattle Producers Need?

  Sep 7, 202621 min

  Will your region see much-needed moisture, or could weather challenges intensify? Meteorologist Matt Makens joins Cattlemen's Call again to discuss why this El Niño could be one of the strongest on record, bringing amplified weather patterns across the country. What does that mean for producers as you consider hay and forage supplies, drought recovery, herd health and winter planning? Hear his outlook and practical guidance to help you plan confidently for the months ahead. #ElNino #Weather #Drought #Ranching #Cattle

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  Episode #169

  How the LeValley Ranch Builds Water Resilience

  Aug 31, 202644 min

  Water is one of the most critical resources for ranchers, and prolonged drought is reshaping the way producers adopt innovative approaches, increase water efficiency and storage, and strengthen grazing systems. On this show, Mark LeValley and his son Ross describe how persistent drought led them to build new infrastructure on grazing land. The LeValley family has raised cattle on Colorado’s Western Slope since 1914. In this episode, Mark and Ross demonstrate how two generations work together to prepare for water-related challenges and develop resilience on their operation. #Ranching #WaterConservation #Drought #GrazingManagement #FarmPodcast #BeefProduction #WaterManagement #FamilyRanch #RuralAmerica

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  Episode #168

  Lessons With a Lasting Impact

  Aug 10, 202642 minS1

  Every day brings new opportunities for future beef producers, and this episode dives into the importance of investing in people to build a strong future for the cattle industry. Kim Brackett, cow-calf producer and NCBA president-elect, emphasizes passing down ranching values and traditions to the next generation from an early age, and how she encourages her children to embrace new ideas while remembering the principles that make family operations successful. Meanwhile, NCBA Policy Division Vice Chair Scott Anderson shares stories from his work in feedyards building strong teams and understanding what motivates them, highlighting the critical role employees play in long-term success. Both Kim and Scott offer practical advice on leadership, succession, rural communities and empowering the next generation to lead the cattle industry forward. #Legacy #Succession #CattleProduction #CowCalf #Feedyard #NCBA #Beef

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  Episode #167

  When Wildfire Strikes: Cattlemen Support Communities

  Jul 30, 202656 minS1

  Laura Field, executive vice president of Nebraska Cattlemen, and Kenny Rogers, NCBA policy division chair, share their firsthand experiences with wildfires. From stories of ranchers facing fast-moving flames to the long road of recovery that follows, they share what it’s like when wildfire strikes cattle country. Cattle producers play a critical role in wildfire prevention through responsible grazing and land management. This episode offers a powerful reminder that behind every headline about wildfire are families and communities working tirelessly to protect what matters most. We also hear from Noble Research Institute’s Travis Jones as they come alongside producers to offer strategies for fire mitigation. #CattlemensCall #WildfirePrevention #WildfireRecovery #CattleRanching #RanchLife #CattleProducers #LandStewardship #SustainableGrazing #RangeManagement #Agriculture #RuralAmerica #RanchingCommunity #WildfireAwareness #AgPodcast #FarmAndRanch #AnimalWelfare #Conservation #WorkingLands

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  Episode #166

  Legacy Planning: Protect Your Family and Wealth

  Jul 13, 202655 minS1

  Are you prepared to transition the management of your operation to your heirs? We unpack the complex conversation about legal and financial transition planning as well as methods to transition management and decision making to the next generation. Shannon Ferrell and Barb Downey share their personal experiences navigating loss and splitting family operations, and they give advice about how you can learn from their stories to make succession planning smoother for your family and business. Find the NCBA Succession Planning Workbook and module ⁠here⁠ . This episode was sponsored by ⁠John Deere⁠ and ⁠FarmCredit⁠ . #SuccessionPlanning #TransitionPlanning #FarmFamilies #RanchFamilies #Cattle #Agriculture #NextGeneration

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