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- Yesterday22 min
From Stockyard Roots to National Screens: The Reach of Elite Livestock ft. Jerry Etheredge & Hardin Utsey
In this episode, Erin visits with Elite Livestock Marketing Group's Jerry Etheredge and Harden Utsey about the journey from traditional stockyard auctions to a growing cattle video auction business. They discuss the team’s history, adding a partnership with Live Ag, monthly nationwide sales, services for purebred and commercial producers and the benefits of working with local representatives who know the industry. Tune in to learn how Elite markets cattle to a wider buyer base, hear about upcoming sales and their new Hope Hull headquarters, and find out how to connect with their team for marketing, farm visits and risk-management resources.
- 1 weeks ago54 min
The Land, The Legacy, The Holmestead Company ft. Charles & Cooper Holmes
In this special-edition episode of Cattle Connect, ACA intern Abby Burgess interviews Charles and Cooper Holmes of the Holmestead Company in Perry County, one of Alabama’s 13 designated Bicentennial Farms. They share their family’s 200+ year history, how the farm adapted through generations, and the role of cattle, timber, and conservation in rebuilding and sustaining the land.
- 2 weeks ago22 min
Tagged For Greatness: From Countryside to Courthouse ft. Caroleene Dobson
While beef production is the backbone of the Alabama Cattlemen's Association, scholarships through the Alabama Cattlemen's Foundation reach students beyond traditional agricultural pathways associated with the cattle industry in hopes of building a stronger future for generations to come. Caroleene Dobson, a past Tagged for Greatness scholarship recipient, joins host Josie Jones to discuss how the program played a role in keeping her involved in agriculture through law school, a successful career as an attorney, and a current political campaign. Listen to learn more about her fond memories from a childhood spent on her close-knit family's cow‑calf operation, her journey to law school, how her real estate practice serves rural landowners and producers across the state, and the role an agriculture background played in Caroleene's decision to run for Alabama's next Secretary of State.
- 3 weeks ago45 min
The Power in a Pair of Eyes ft. Dr. Tony Frazier
On this episode of Cattle Connect, Alabama State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Frazier provides an update on the New World screwworm (NWS) — a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on living tissue of mammal hosts. He explains the fly's life cycle, past eradication efforts, current detections and response actions in Texas, available treatments, and how producers can spot and report suspicious cases.
- Jun 26, 202638 min
Alabama Primary Unpacked ft. Matthew Durdin
Host Erin Beasley sits down with Matthew Durdin of the Alabama Farmers Federation to break down Alabama's intense primary season, explain key outcomes, and preview what's at stake in the November General Election. They discuss notable wins like Corey Hill and Katherine Robertson, the surge in incumbent challenges, the role of grassroots outreach and candidate training, the impact of social media versus real-world relationships, and what voters should expect as campaigns shift toward November 3rd.
- Jun 19, 20261h 23m
Hustle, Heart & Enduring the Hard Times ft. Tyler Watt
Behind the ACA's newest membership benefit with Watt Cattle Company's WW Livestock is a story that goes deeper than a discount. On this episode of Cattle Connect, host Michael Smith talks with Tyler Watt of Sumter County about growing up in the cattle business and the challenges he faced as a beef producer. Tyler shares how faith, family, a little endurance, and entrepreneurship helped him rebuild and support other producers today. If you or a farmer or rancher you know is struggling with mental health challenges, remember that help is available and you are not alone. Find resources through A Healthy You, A Healthy Farm at https://agi.alabama.gov/hyhf/.
- Jun 12, 202624 min
Breaking Down Alabama's Meat Inspection Program ft. Dr. Hannah Ennis
In this episode of Cattle Connect, Erin Beasley talks with Dr. Hannah Ennis from the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries about the state's meat inspection program. They cover inspection types, the inspection process from live animal checks to postmortem evaluation, labeling requirements, and resources for producers interested in direct-to-consumer sales.
- Jun 5, 20261h 0m
Runoff Rundown: Meet Alabama BeefPAC-Backed Candidates
In this election-focused episode of Cattle Connect, hosts Kayla Greer and Erin Beasley interview Alabama BeefPAC-backed candidates Wes Allen (Lieutenant Governor), Katherine Robertson (Attorney General) and Corey Hill (Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries). They discuss their backgrounds, priorities for the office and the role of state leadership in protecting Alabama agriculture. Remember— the Primary Runoff Election is set for June 16. Be sure to get out and vote!
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