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It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as we hear what we need to know and watch out for when it comes to New World Screwworm and what economically it could do if found in the country.  Plus, the latest news, market reports, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show.  Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Season 6, EPISODE 279
What Is New World Screwworm?
The New World screw worm (NWS) is the larval stage of the fly Cochliomyia hominivorax. Unlike most fly maggots that feed on dead tissue, screw worm larvae feed on living tissue — making them especially dangerous to cattle and other livestock.
The adult fly lays eggs in open wounds, including:
Branding or castration sites
Dehorning wounds
Ear tag punctures
Tick bites
Navel cords of newborn calves
Minor cuts or abrasions
Once hatched, larvae burrow into flesh in a screw-like motion — hence the name “screw worm.”
Why New World Screwworm Is A Major Threat To Cattle
1. Rapid Tissue Destruction
Larvae feed aggressively on living tissue, enlarging wounds quickly. Untreated infestations can lead to:
Severe tissue damage
Secondary bacterial infections
Reduced weight gain
Decreased milk production
Infertility in breeding stock
Death in severe cases
2. High Economic Impact
Historically, screw worm outbreaks have cost the livestock industry billions in:
Treatment costs
Production losses
Increased labor
Export restrictions
Quarantine expenses
The successful eradication program in the U.S. — led by the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service — is considered one of the greatest livestock pest control achievements in history.
Signs Of Screwworm Infestation In Cattle
Early detection is critical. Producers should watch for:
Foul-smelling wounds
Bloody discharge
Sudden irritation or head shaking
Reduced feed intake
Visible maggots in wounds
Rapid wound enlargement
Infested cattle often isolate themselves and show signs of distress.
Treatment Protocol For Infected Cattle
If screw worm is suspected:
Immediately isolate the animal
Notify state animal health authorities
Clean and flush the wound
Apply approved larvicidal treatments
Monitor closely for reinfestation
Reporting is mandatory in many regions because screw worm is a regulated livestock pest.
Prevention Strategies For Cattle Producers
1. Wound Management Best Practices
Avoid elective procedures during peak fly season
Use fly repellents and wound protectants
Monitor surgical sites daily
2. Biosecurity Protocols
Inspect newly purchased livestock
Quarantine imported cattle
Monitor wildlife activity around pastures
3. Seasonal Awareness
Screw worm risk increases in:
Warm climates
High humidity
Regions with cross-border cattle movement
New World Screwworm Information Guide:  Click HERE
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
M.Wayne Ayers, DVM - Elanco Animal Health
https://farmanimal.elanco.com/us
Follow On Facebook: @ElancoUS
 
Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneXhttps://www.stonex.com/Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp
Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view
Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Napoleon Livestock Feeder Cattle Break Records
Napoleon Livestock turned in a historic performance last week, rewriting the record books with 18 new barn records and an especially powerful showing in the 5-weight division.
The highlight of the sale came in the 500-pound range. A draft of 54 head weighing 505 pounds sold for $567.50, followed by 29 head at 506 pounds for $560.00 and 18 head at 509 pounds for $557.50. Those sales now stand as the top three 5-weight prices in barn history. In total, five of the top ten all-time 5-weight prices were set in a single day.
Momentum carried into the 4-weights, where 14 head at 472 pounds brought $580.00, helping place four new entries among the top ten 4-weight prices on record.
The strength didn’t stop there. In the 6-weights, 111 head at 619 pounds sold for $471.00 and 36 head at 621 pounds brought $470.00 — ranking among the top ten all-time, including the third- and fourth-highest 6-weight prices in barn history.
Seven-weights also made headlines, as 25 head at 703 pounds sold for $420.00, marking the third-highest 7-weight price ever recorded at the barn.
Heavier cattle followed suit. Steers weighing 807 to 820 pounds brought $375.00 to $376.00, earning the fifth-, sixth-, and seventh-highest 8-weight prices on record. In the 9-weights, 59 head at 928 pounds sold for $347.50, securing the sixth-highest price in barn history for that class.
The sale will go down as one of the strongest in the history of the barn, with standout demand across nearly every weight category.
For the complete market report, click HERE
Reference: 
https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/clara-live-feb-27
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
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Website: RanchItUpShow.com
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The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear where the good horses are coming up for sale in the South.  Plus updates on the fire relief effort for Oklahoma & Kansas producers, the latest news, market reports, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Horses For Sale: Alabama Select Horse Sale
Get ready for one of the Southeast’s top equine events — the Alabama Select Horse Sale returns March 13–14, 2026 at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery, Alabama. Horse enthusiasts, breeders, buyers, and consignors alike are invited to take part in this premier two-day sale experience.
Bringing together horse lovers from across the region, the event blends the energy of live, in-person bidding with the convenience of online participation. It’s an excellent opportunity to connect, network, and experience a full slate of quality consignments and competitive bidding. Whether you’re marketing a horse or searching for your next standout prospect, this is an event worth attending.
The Alabama Select Horse Sale has quickly earned a reputation as one of the Southeast’s most anticipated marketplaces. Featuring horses of various breeds, ages, and disciplines — including performance horses, pleasure horses, promising prospects, and broodmares — it offers serious buyers and sellers a trusted platform for equine transactions in 2026.
Can’t attend in person? Online bidding is available through Horse Auctions USA at bid.horseauctionsusa.com, allowing buyers nationwide to participate in real time and ensuring broad access to top-tier equine opportunities.
Fire Relief Efforts for Oklahoma & Kansas Ranchers
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation has established a relief fund to help cattle producers who have been affected by the recent wildfires in  Oklahoma. The fire relief fund at the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation will distribute 100% of received funds to impacted cattle producers.  
On the Kansas Livestock Association’s home page you can find where to make cash donations or to help with hay and trucking donations.  
Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association:  Click HERE
Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Foundation Fire Relief Fund: Click Here
Kansas Livestock Association: Click HERE
Beef Cattle News
Chinese Market Imperative For Beef Exports
The loss of access to China for more than nine months cost U.S. beef exporters nearly $1.1 billion last year, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
China withdrew export registrations in early March 2025 from most U.S. meat facilities, after the Trump administration slapped a series of tariffs on Chinese goods. The licenses were reissued within days for poultry and pork facilities but have remained expired for nearly all beef processors and exporters.
Compared to 2024, beef exports by volume were down 12% last year to less than 1.14 million metric tons. The global export decline was nearly 150,000 metric tons, while the loss of volume to China was about 120,000 metric tons. Amid record global beef prices for much of last year, U.S. exports of beef were down 11% by value to $9.33 billion dollars, equivalent to the drop in sales to mainland China.
A truce announced at the end of October in the trade war called for China to drop non-tariff barriers to U.S. goods, but the beef export registration issue remains. The U.S. Supreme Court ruling invalidated President Donald Trump’s claim of unlimited emergency tariff powers, removing what the White House claimed was important negotiating leverage.
Reference: https://meatingplace.com/2025-beef-exports-show-imperative-to-restore-china-access/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_cid=1103020073&utm_campaign=MTGMCD260223013&utm_date=20260224-0300
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Seth Maxie - Alabama Select Horse Sale
https://www.alselecthorsesale.com/
Follow On Facebook: @AlabamaSelectHorseSale
Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneXhttps://www.stonex.com/Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp
Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view
Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
EPISODE 122 DETAILS
Smaller Inventories Of Cattle On Feed
According to Derrell Peel, Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist and Agricultural Economist with Oklahoma State University, the latest United States Department of Agriculture Cattle on Feed report placed feedlot inventories at 11.505 million head as of February 1. That total is 1.8 percent below year-ago levels and marks the fifteenth straight month of year-over-year declines. January placements fell 4.7 percent compared to last year, while marketings were down 13.0 percent, likely due in part to a winter storm late in the month that pushed some marketings into February. Overall, the report came in largely as expected and offered no significant surprises to the market.
Peel also emphasized the structure of the cattle feeding sector. Of the nation’s 26,082 feedlots, approximately 24,000 have capacities under 1,000 head. While these smaller operations make up 92 percent of all feedlots, they accounted for only 12.9 percent of total marketings in 2025, averaging fewer than 126 head sold per feedlot. Meanwhile, the 2,082 feedlots with capacities exceeding 1,000 head were responsible for 87.1 percent of the 23.483 million head marketed. Among them, just 7.1 percent — those with more than 32,000 head capacity — marketed 58.8 percent of fed cattle in 2025. In fact, the 82 largest feedlots, each with capacity above 50,000 head, marketed 8.39 million head combined, averaging more than 102,000 head per operation for the year.
Reference: 
https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
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Website: RanchItUpShow.com
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The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/
 
 

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear where there is a new boss lady in town in this red angus outfit.  We head to the Dry Creek Ranch.  Plus updates on the Agridime cattle ponzi scheme, market recaps, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Season 6, EPISODE 277
Dry Creek Ranch: Passion For Red Angus
Dry Creek Ranch in Amidon, North Dakota, is a family-run Red Angus cattle operation that focuses on raising registered and commercial cattle, selling breeding bulls, and offering ranch-raised beef directly to customers. The ranch is operated by the Robison family and emphasizes practical, efficient cattle genetics and long-term herd improvement, with activities that include private-treaty sales and ranch-direct beef marketing. It’s part of the western North Dakota ranching tradition, combining working-ranch livestock production with a direct connection to consumers and other cattle producers in the region.
Current State Of The Beef Business
Beef prices are climbing faster than almost anything else in the consumer price index. The broad beef and veal category is up 15 percent over the past year, as of January.
Uncooked ground beef has hit a new record high, after posting its biggest jump since June of 2020, according to new government data released last Friday.
That stands out against the rest of the grocery aisle, where price pressures have eased. Chicken prices rose just over 1 percent in the past year, while milk prices have stayed mostly flat.
At the wholesale level, the average value of choice beef in 2025 was up 16 percent from the previous year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Even major meatpackers like Tyson Foods are feeling the strain, with the company’s beef division reporting quarterly losses since early 2024.
The surge in beef prices has pushed the White House to respond. President Donald Trump has pledged to increase competition in beef processing and has expanded Argentine beef import quotas in an attempt to boost supply.
But the situation is more complicated. The U.S. cattle herd has fallen to its smallest level since the early 1950’s. Drought, higher production costs, and elevated interest rates have all made raising cattle more expensive.
Don Close, a senior animal protein analyst at Terrain Ag, says the cattle industry is cyclical, but this downturn has lasted longer than expected. Right now, ranchers can make more money selling animals young for slaughter than keeping them to rebuild herds.
And even if herd expansion started today, it wouldn’t reach grocery store shelves until at least 2028 — meaning beef prices could stay high for years.
Meanwhile, the U.S. has halted shipments of live cattle from Mexico following the return of the New World screwworm. Imports from South America may provide some relief, but those supplies are mostly used for ground beef and won’t quickly solve the broader cattle shortage. And that is a quick snap shot of the current beef business
Reference: https://fortune.com/2026/02/14/why-are-beef-prices-so-high-american-cattle-herd-inflation/
Five Federally Indicted For Alleged $220 Million Nationwide Cattle Fraud Scheme
Five individuals were federally indicted last week for their roles in an alleged $220 million nationwide fraud scheme involving the online and direct-to-consumer meat business Agridime.
Those indicted by a Fort Worth federal grand jury on February 11, 2026, were:
Jed Wood of Fort Worth, Texas, charged with three counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and one count of money laundering involving wiring more than $63,000 to a lender for “Home Payoff”
Joshua Link of Strafford, Missouri, charged with ten counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and two counts of money laundering, including wiring more than $527,000 to purchase real property
Tia Link of Smithton, Missouri, charged with three counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and one count of money laundering, including wiring more than $527,000 to purchase real property
Taylor Bang of Killdeer, North Dakota, charged with eight counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and one count of money laundering
Royana Thomas of Arlington, Texas, charged with six counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and one count of money laundering
As alleged in the indictment, each of the defendants were associated with Agridime LLC, a business headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas that offered cattle sales and meat processing and retail services to the public.  Jed Wood served as the Operations Director.  Joshua Link served as the Executive Director.  Tia Link served as the Marketing Director.  Taylor Bang served as a cattle broker, and Royana Thomas served as the financial controller. 
The indictment alleges that, from January 2021 through December 2023, the five defendants, acting through Agridime, perpetrated a fraud scheme in which they falsely represented to individual cattle purchasers, cattle ranchers, and feedlots that Agridime would use their funds to purchase specific individual cattle from each victim, raise the cattle, and eventually sell the meat from the same specific individual cattle for a profit.  
In reality, as the indictment charges, the defendants did not use victim funds as promised and instead used newer cattle purchaser funds to pay Agridime operating expenses, pay funds owed by Agridime to earlier cattle purchasers, pay personal expenses, and purchase real property. 
Reference: https://www.tsln.com/news/five-federally-indicted-for-alleged-220-million-nationwide-cattle-fraud-scheme-one-is-fugitive-on-fbi-wanted-list/
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Haley Robison - Dry Creek Ranch
https://www.drycreekranchnd.com/
Follow On Facebook: @drycreekranchnd
Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneXhttps://www.stonex.com/Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp
Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view
Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
EPISODE 121 DETAILS
U.S. Ranchers Say No To Argentina Beef
President Donald Trump’s new beef trade deal with Argentina could increase imports by as much as 80,000 tons this year — a move that’s raising red flags for some U.S. ranchers. The agreement takes effect today.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is defending the decision, saying critics are missing the bigger picture. She argues the additional imports are focused on ground beef and are intended to help bring down prices at the grocery store — noting that ground beef is not the primary product most U.S. ranchers produce.
But not everyone is on board.
State agriculture leaders from North Dakota to Texas are pushing back.
North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue says cattle producers in his state are disappointed. He argues the deal is unlikely to significantly lower consumer prices and warns it could put added pressure on domestic producers.
Meanwhile, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is calling for a stronger “America First” approach, especially as the U.S. cattle herd sits at historic lows.
Miller says the priority should be rebuilding America’s cattle numbers and expanding domestic processing capacity to keep ranchers competitive. He’s also voiced  concern about expanding Argentine beef imports at a time when U.S. producers are already facing tight supplies.
Looking ahead, Miller says the next Farm Bill must firmly support American ranchers, and he’s outlining proposals aimed at strengthening the cattle industry for the long term.
Reference: https://www.rfdtv.com/america-first-u-s-argentina-beef-deal-expansion-spurs-rancher-backlash-from-north-dakota-to-texas
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup
Website: RanchItUpShow.com
https://ranchitupshow.com/
The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear about a seedstock supplying partnership that works and works well.  Plus updates on beef imported from Argentina, market recaps, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Industry Associations React To Beef Imported From Argentina
President Trump issued a proclamation titled “Ensuring Affordable Beef for the American Consumer,” increasing the in-quota import of lean beef trimmings from Argentina by 80,000 metric tons in 2026 to help lower ground beef prices.
U.S. Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) President Justin Tupper said the group has been engaged with the Administration since expanded imports were first proposed in October 2025. While USCA supports efforts to stabilize supply, Tupper emphasized that a strong domestic cattle industry is essential and warned that trade agreements must not undermine U.S. producers or supply integrity.
Tupper expressed concern over the scale and origin of the imports, noting Argentina faces tight cattle supplies similar to the U.S. He said the roughly 400% increase should be treated as a one-time exception, not a precedent, and urged stronger rules of origin and labeling so consumers know where their beef comes from.
R-CALF echoed these concerns, stating that past increases in beef imports from countries such as Argentina and Brazil failed to reduce consumer prices. Instead, they correlated with a shrinking U.S. cattle herd, fewer domestic producers, and ultimately higher beef prices.
USCA Press Release HERER-CALF USA Press Release HERE
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Balanced traits for carcass merit and maternal retention
Lazy J Bar Ranch produces cattle that perform on the rail while maintaining the kind of genetics commercial producers want when keeping replacement heifers.
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Tom Schnabel - Schnabel Ranch Simmentals
https://srsimms.com/
Follow On Facebook: @schnabelranch
John Jung - Lazy J Bar Ranch
https://www.lazyjbarranch.com/
Follow on Facebook: @lazyjbar
Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneXhttps://www.stonex.com/Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
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Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view
Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
EPISODE 120 DETAILS
Mo-Kan Livestock Bred Heifer Pairs Top The Market
2 year old Red Angus cross bred heifer pairs with bull and heifer calves on side recently topped the market at Mo-Kan Livestock in Butler, Missouri selling for $6,350 per pair.  Check out their upcoming sales and sale reports from past sales HERE.
Badlands Angus Alliance Commercial Replacement Heifers Sell in North Dakota
The recent Badlands Angus Alliance Commercial Replacement Heifer sale at Stockmen’s Livestock Exchange in Dickinson, North Dakota created demand and buzz in the cattle community.  376 head sold for $3,408 per head for a grant total for the day of $1,281,300!  Check out their upcoming sales and sale reports from past sales HERE.
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup
Website: RanchItUpShow.com
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The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/

It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they go into the processing pen for cattle handling practices, ideas and concepts.  This one will make yall think.  Plus, selling commercial heifers at production sales has become very popular, for good reason and lots more all wrapped into this brand new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Season 6, EPISODE 275
Safe & Effective Cattle Handling Practices:  Protecting People and Livestock
Safe cattle handling practices are critical for worker safety, animal welfare, and overall operation efficiency. Most cattle-handling injuries are preventable by understanding cattle behavior, using proper facilities, and applying low-stress handling techniques.
Why Safe Cattle Handling Matters
Poor handling increases the risk of injuries, cattle stress, reduced performance, and economic loss. Calm cattle are healthier, easier to manage, and safer for everyone involved.
Key Safe Cattle Handling Practices
Understand the flight zone and point of balance
Move cattle calmly—avoid yelling or excessive pressure
Work cattle in small groups
Maintain clear escape routes
Use well-designed, non-slip handling facilities
Focus on Low-Stress Handling
Low-stress cattle handling improves safety, reduces illness, and boosts performance. Using cattle behavior—not force—creates smoother flow and fewer accidents.
Training Is Essential
Even good facilities can’t replace proper training. Production Animal Consultation helps producers identify risks, improve cattle flow, and train crews using science-based, practical handling methods.
Bottom Line
Safe cattle handling protects people, improves animal welfare, and strengthens your operation. Working with experts like Production Animal Consultation helps ensure your cattle are handled safely, efficiently, and humanely—every day.
Check out Production Animal Consultation HERE.
Wasem Red Angus: Selling Commercial Heifers At Their Production Sale
Wasem Red Angus offers commercial heifers at their annual production sale with one goal in mind—providing functional, reliable females for commercial cattlemen.
These heifers are selected and developed for fertility, soundness, disposition, and longevity, not excess feed or show-ring condition. A balanced development program helps ensure females are ready to breed, calve, and stay productive in real-world commercial environments.
By selling commercial heifers through their production sale, Wasem Red Angus gives buyers direct access to females raised under a consistent management and health program, with clear information and transparency.
The result is replacement heifers built to work—designed for efficiency, durability, and long-term profitability.
The Wasem Red Angus Annual Production Sale is Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Wix Sale Facility in Richardton, North Dakota.  For more information about the sale, catalog, videos and online bidding information, Click HERE.
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Tom Noffsinger, DVM - Production Animal Consultation
https://www.pacdvms.com/
Follow On Facebook: @pacdvm/photos_by
Chris Wasem - Wasem Red Angus
https://www.wasemredangus.com/
Follow on Facebook: @WasemReds
Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneXhttps://www.stonex.com/Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp
Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view
Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/

It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report!  A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads.  Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
EPISODE 119 DETAILS
Fat Cattle Sell Well In South Dakota
Recently, at Stockmen’s Livestock in Yankton, South Dakota Fat Cattle, weighing 1,928 pounds sold for $2.33 per pound, commanding $4,492 per head.  For a full market report, click HERE.
How Much Should Producers Spend On Breeding Bulls
Jon DeClerck, the Executive Vice President of the American Simmental Association, went to social media tackling the issue of how much should producers pay for their next breeding bulls this year.  According to his research, he claims breeding bull prices in relation to feeder cattle are undervalued.  Here is what he said
“A lot of folks are talking about record bull prices, and rightly so. The cattle market has pushed to historic highs in 2025, and it’s good to see seedstock producers, who’ve been fueling genetic progress for commercial cattlemen, also being rewarded.
That said, when you step back and look at the data, it tells an important story.
Even though average bull prices are the highest we’ve ever seen, bulls are still undervalued relative to the current market landscape. Right now, the average bull still costs roughly 2.5 feeder calves, which is below long-term norms.
In other words:
Bull prices are high
But bull value, relative to feeder calf prices, remains discounted
Genetics remain one of the best long-term investments any producer can make. Even at today’s prices, the market is still telling us that bulls are undervalued relative to the return they generate.”
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar.  Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup
Website: RanchItUpShow.com
https://ranchitupshow.com/
The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/