American Cattlemen Podcast

Fire Safety Tips and Solutions

Fire Safety Tips and Solutions.  Today, we present an insightful interview with John Mollhagen and Marc Ahrens, of Moly Mfg., who will discuss the importance of controlled burns, safety issues surrounding these events, and fire safety on farms and ranches. 
Join Gale, John, and Mark as they share experiences, advice, and solutions for this important and sometimes neglected area of farm safety!
Historically, controlled burns have typically occurred from January to April, depending on geographic location. However, this limited timeframe can restrict the effectiveness of a burning program. Nowadays, prescribed burns can occur year-round, providing more opportunities for land management. 
Fire safety is a significant concern for farmers and ranchers, impacting everything from fields to equipment and buildings. Every minute counts in emergencies! John experienced this firsthand when a controlled burn got out of control and nearly devastated a local community in Kansas. 
With limited resources and predominantly volunteer firefighters, rural communities often struggle to manage large fires effectively. To address this critical need, Moly designed the Hydro Dragon, which is created explicitly for rural fire departments, farmers, and ranchers. This innovative solution is valuable for controlled burns, grass fires, and emergency response situations.
IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, contact emergency SERVICES. Do everything you can to prevent fires from starting. Fires may begin despite your best prevention efforts. Everyone must be evacuated immediately when a fire breaks out in a farm building. 
DO NOT PANIC
Call 911. Tell the dispatcher the type of fire (e.g., barn, shop, field), and give them your address and directions to your farm.
Tell them the status of the fire. Is there smoke showing, or is the building fully engulfed in flames?
Notify them if there are any people injured or trapped. 
Inform them if there are animals involved. Note the types of animals, whether they are loose or contained, and how many are still in the building. 
If the driveway is difficult to see or find, send someone out to meet the fire department. Many fire departments have delayed response times due to poor directions. 
Shut off all power sources to the building.
DO NOT enter the building! No one will know you are inside if you are the only one present. If the roof is on fire, it may collapse at any time.
Contain animals in a field, corral, or trailer away from the fire
American Cattlemen
2025

Cattle Health Issues

Cattle Health Issues Podcast
Cattle health issues are one of cattlemen’s key challenges for a profitable herd. The partnership between veterinarians and cattlemen is critical to a successful cattle operation, regardless of operation type and size. Dr. Shynia Peterman, DVM, of the Lyons Vet Clinic in Lyons, Kansas, and Gale McKinney, the Voice of the American Cattlemen, will co-host a new podcast series entitled Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.
Dr. Shynia Peterman is a native of Lyons, KS, graduating from Lyons High School in 2014. She attended Kansas State University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science in May of 2017. In May of 2021, Dr. Shynia graduated with her DVM Degree from the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Shynia enjoys working on all animals but has a strong passion for beef cattle production. In her spare time, Dr. Shynia loves spending time with her cattle, horse, family, friends, and two Australian Shepherds, Daria and Moonpie.
Lyons Veterinary Clinic was founded in 1960 by Doc Downing as a mixed animal practice and is still operating as a mixed animal practice. Their clientele consists of 50% small and 50% large animals, with the occasional exotic animal. The clinic employs six full-time and four part-time employees, serving Rice County and extending to neighboring counties. The clinic offers routine animal care, hospitalization, surgery, and boarding. The Lyons Veterinary Clinic also has a sister clinic, Ark Veterinary Clinic, in Sterling, Kansas.
Gale McKinney, CPA, is the Co-Owner and Publisher of American Cattlemen Media.  Gale obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree from Northwest Missouri State University. McKinney is a well-known voice in the cattle industry, with years of experience as a producer, financial, and marketing consultant.  Gale’s broad knowledge base and deep sense of client service provide listeners and readers with a unique perspective.   Gale and his wife Audra have taken a newsprint shopper magazine and developed it into one of the cattle industry’s leading marketing groups. 
Each episode will explore different topics. We will bring you guests from across the industry, including other vets, producers, and industry providers. Each episode will provide practical advice and awareness of important existing and new cattle health issues. We will also hear different viewpoints from professionals across the cattle industry. New techniques that are revolutionizing the cattle health field will be introduced. All this information will be delivered in a casual, friendly format produced by one of the industry’s most recognized media organizations, American Cattlemen.
The first episode of Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health, which will be available in a week or so, will be “Getting those Spring Calves off and Running.” Our guest will be Roger Osinchuk, DVM, a practicing veterinarian and Wagyu cattle producer from Springfield, Vermont. 
Dr. Peterman and Dr. Osinchuk will provide some great contrasting thoughts on how to get the most out of these early days for those assets called calves! 
We are excited to have you in the truck for Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.  Be watching for announcements coming soon to watch on your favorite podcast platform.
For Dr. Shynia Peterman, this is Gale McKinney. We look forward to serving you, the American Cattlemen, Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.  
American Cattlemen
May 2025

Elle TerHaar sits down with Gale to talk about what is going on at ReproScan

Welcome to another edition of the American Cattlemen Podcast.  Just ahead we have Gale McKinney, he is the Publisher of American Cattlemen, and he sits down with Elle TerHaar with Repro-Scan Technologies.  Elle will give you a little background on her personal and professional life.  She will also share some information on the historical timeline and significant highlights for Repro-Scan. They will wrap up the conversation by discussing what sets Repro-Scan apart from the rest of the industry and some of the great training programs they offer.  
 
Make sure you check out our website, www.americancattlemen.com for previous episodes.
 
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Livestock Products Built to Last

Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, Dustin chats with Robby Stransky, the National Accounts Manager for Hutchison Inc, about Hutchison, its company history, some key milestones they have reached, and how the company has evolved over the years. Robby will then get into some new products that Hutchison has had in development. With a company as dedicated to helping the youth as Hutchison, you won't want to miss this episode.  
 
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website:  www.americancattlemen.com
 
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Pilgrim Farms Upcoming Land Auction

Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, Gale chats with Jacob Hart regarding their extraordinary listing, Pilgrim Farms, a 3,200-acre tract of land in Delta County, Texas. 
High Point Land Company, in partnership with National Land Realty, is proud to present 3,200± acres offered in 40 tracts ranging from 10 to 500 +/- acres in Delta County, TX, selling at auction with bidding ending at 1 PM CST on May 22nd, 2025.
Pilgrim Farms offers a rare large-scale investment in Texas’ high-growth corridor, just 80 miles from DFW. With 3,200+/- acres of productive farmland, pasture, and riverfront, it provides diverse revenue streams from agriculture, livestock, grain storage, hunting leases, and potential solar/wind energy development. Its prime location, extensive infrastructure, and development potential make it an attractive asset for investors, PE funds, developers, and high-net-worth buyers seeking land appreciation, tax benefits, and long-term value in a rapidly expanding region.
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website:  www.americancattlemen.com
 
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Dustin Sits Down With Noah Porter to discuss everything SmaXTec

Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, Dustin chats with Noah Porter about SmaXTec, what it does and what makes it unique. Noah will then go into the benefit to having SmaXTec on Beef and Dairy calves. They will then discuss the role reducing involuntary culls plays in setting up a successful beef on dairy program. They will then close the discussion by talking about how farms with SmaXTec Boluses are leveraging calving alerts to help protect these newborns. Noah hails from Wayne County, Ohio, and grew up and around the beef cow calf operations. He went on to the Ohio State University to earn his undergraduate degrees in animal science, Dairy Science and ag business, followed by his master's in ruminant nutrition. Prior to joining the SmaXTec team, he worked for select sires and managed a dairy in Ohio. At SmaXTec, Noah's passion lies in helping dairy farmers use herd health monitoring data into actionable insights and profitable decision making. We hope you enjoy this episode.
 
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website:  www.americancattlemen.com
 
Sponsors:
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Wagyu Beef Chef Michael Scott

Welcome to another episode of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Today, we have the publisher of the American Cattlemen and host, Gale Mckinney and he sits down with Chef Michael Scott. Chef Michael will get into how his passion for cooking started and a little about his background. Chef Michael is heavily involved in the Wagyu Beef Industry and has 40 years of culinary experience. As an esteemed World Master Chef, Chef Michael makes sure that this episode is one you won't want to miss.  
 
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website:  www.americancattlemen.com
 
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Fly Control for Cattle

Today, we have the Director of Business Development for the American Cattlemen Media Group and host; Dustin Hector & he sits down with Frank Jusich, head of commercial operations for Pertinent Eco Solutions, who brings extensive experience in animal health and pest control and will discuss the economic and health impacts of flies on cattle. Flies represent a significant challenge for cattle producers, causing an estimated $1 billion in annual economic losses. These pests stress cattle, negatively affecting milk production, birth weight, body scores, and overall animal health. Stress from flies can particularly impact young animals by reducing weight gain and increasing susceptibility to illness. Frank recommends a comprehensive approach to fly control. For pasture cattle, feed-through fly control products are most effective. These products contain insect growth regulators (IGRs) that work like "birth control for flies" by preventing eggs from hatching and larvae from maturing. The cattle become their own applicators, making the method convenient and low-stress. In confined settings like feedlots and dairies, producers should employ integrated pest management (IPM). This approach combines feed-through products with hygiene practices, such as cleaning organic material and using fly baits, stations, and misting systems. A significant challenge in fly control is pesticide resistance. With the EPA removing many compound classes, traditional insecticides have become less effective. IGRs offer a solution by controlling fly populations through a fundamentally different mechanism that makes resistance nearly impossible. Environmentally conscious producers will appreciate that IGRs have zero impact on animals, people, or pets. These products can collapse fly populations within two to four weeks by preventing reproduction. For producers seeking more information, Usich recommends visiting www.pertinenteco.com, where they can find contact information and resources about effective fly control strategies. The podcast underscores the importance of proactive pest management in maintaining cattle health and maximizing production efficiency.
 
For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website:  www.americancattlemen.com
 
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Gale Sits Down With Kevin Bennett To Discuss His Upcoming Production Sale

Welcome back to another episode of The American Cattlemen Podcast and this Special Producer Profile. Just ahead, we have Gale McKinney, the Publisher of The American Cattlemen, and Kevin Bennett with Sandrock Ranch Herefords, in Benton Wisconsin. They will get into the upcoming Sandrock Ranch Herefords production sale held on April 13th, 2025, at the ranch near Benton, Wisconsin. Kevin will then discuss some of the Bulls he is proud of and why you should consider Sandrock Ranch Hereford Genetics. With a passion for bulls and a love for quality, this is an episode that you won't want to miss. 
 
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Dustin Chats With Dr. Travis White Once Again to Discuss The Importance Of Colostrum For Calves

Coming up we have the Director of Business Development for the American Cattlemen Media Group and host; Dustin Hector & he sits down with Dr. Travis White, the esteemed Director of Veterinary Technical Services at SCCL.  During this episode, Dustin & Dr. White will discuss some common challenges ranchers face when it comes to calves and colostrum. They will also get into why colostrum is so vital for calves. With an expert like Dr. Travis White coming to chat with us today you won't want to miss this episode.
 
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