From the Cowboy State
"From the Cowboy State" is a podcast hosted by Makayla Getz, an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with University of Wyoming Extension, speaking with industry professionals to highlight topics about the continuously evolving field of Agriculture.
Episodes
Join Robbie and I while we chat about how in the world beginning farmers and ranchers can get started whether than means taking over an operation or starting something brand new. Farm Credit Services (FCS) has an index of great resources to help you out. Speaking of, check out the info below for free planning sessions taking place throughout the Big Horn Basin this fall!
Free Ranch Succession Planning Sessions across N...
Do you work on or own a farm or ranch? Has your family put a succession plan in place? If not, it's never too late or too early to start! Tune into this episode with Lucy Pauley, certified mediator for the Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) specializing in farm and ranch conflicts.
Lucy has experience with 1:1 converstaions as well as working with multi-generational operations and everything in between. If y...
A first-generation college student, Saydee values the opportunity to pursue higher education and is committed to helping others understand agriculture’s essential role in society which made her the perfect guest to speak about the future of agriculture. Join Saydee and I in our last episode of season two discussing the trends, downsides, and all the wonderful upsides in the future of agriculture.
Ben has been working at the Pitchfork in Meeteetse since he wrapped up college and he's now managing the ranch. Tune in with us and learn about some history, the hunting operations, horse sale, as well as some recommendations on how to get into this work.
Why does your brand matter? Join Brenna and I while we discuss all things digital marketing for your operation as well as the intersections of agriculture and art.
Brenna can be reached at blitynsk@uwyo.edu
To tune into her discussion at Farm & Ranch Days 2025, please follow this link: https://youtu.be/MkNrZ4jB1qk?si=ZZji4wuvGt9Dur50
307 Genetics is a local, family-run swine operation out of Powell, WY. Join one of the founders, Sabina Wyse and myself while we discuss getting started in showing pigs, nutrition, and all of the ins and outs one may not think about! This is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Tune in with us as we revisit more aspects and insights into the Wyoming Sheep Industry with Dr. Alison Crane.
Crane's background in small ruminant research and extension, combined with a passion for working with sheep producers and promoting the sheep industry, has led to her massive success serving as the Executive Director of the Wyoming Wool Growers.
Contact at alison@wyowool.com
Resources mentioned during this ...
Join Dr. Scasta and I while we discuss some of the troubles agencies face when it comes to wild horse and burro management as well as how horses came to America in the first place. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
Information mentioned in this episode:
- WDOC Honor Farm in Riverton, WY
- https://corrections.wyo.gov/institutional-information/wyoming-honor-farm
- BLM Adoptions/Sales
- https...
Welcome back to season two! We're joined on this episode with Zach Buchel, owner and CEO of Farmtablewest.com. He's worked on his 1/3 of an acre for four years and shares some of his tips and tricks of what he's doing to break even, become profitable with his operation, and how he's selling his crops. Tune in now and as always, check out the resources mentioned in this episode below.
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Join us for the last episode of season one of From the Cowboy State while we discuss the newly formed Women in Agriculture (WIA) program started by McKenna in Evanston, WY. Keep an eye out for a WIA program in your county, and don't forget if there is a program you would like to see, stop in and visit with your local extension educator!
McKenna can be reached at: mbrinton@uwyo.edu or (307) 828-4093
Tune in this special episode to learn about the upcoming Southeast Beef Symposium and Tradeshow that is back thanks to UWE Livestock Production and Marketing Specialist, Rob Ziegler!
Webiste to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-southeast-wyoming-beef-symposium-trade-show-tickets-969431053377
If you or someone you know would like to be a sponsor but have questions please reach out to Kelly ...
During this episode I am joined by Dr. Whit Stewart, our UW Extension Sheep Specialist and his graduate assistant, Dylan Laverell. We're discussing all things relevant to the sheep industry in Wyoming; from the new-ish UWE Sheep Task Force to opportunities within the sheep industry, join us for this riveting talk.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.uwyo.edu/anisci/outreach/uw-sheep-prog...
Join Chance Marshall from Fremont County, WY and myself while I learn along with y'all in all things cattle nutrition. From the different needs at different stages in development to the AI classes and schools Chance has kept up with/initiated.
Chance comes from a 4H background and grew up on a commercial cow/calf operation so he's your go-to guy when it comes to cattle nutrition. Tune in now!
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Graduating from University of Kentucky with his Bachelor's and then Oklahoma State with his Master's, Dagan came to Wyoming with a diverse background. Join us while we discuss why testing your hay is so important and the impacts of not having your hay tested.
Resources mentioned in today's podcast:
- https://www.uwyo.edu/barnbackyard/index.html
- https://www.uwyo.edu/anisci/outreach/uw-sheep-pro...
Barton Stam from Hot Springs County, WY sat down with me to talk about all things regenerative grazing, working with outside partners, protein detection in herbivores, as well as what he'd tell his younger self. This is an episode you don't want to miss!
Barton can be reached at: (307) 864-3421 or brstam@uwyo.edu
Today we're catching up with Jedidiah Hewlett from Converse County and discussing grazing strategies while in drought conditions and what classifies these drought conditions as well as some real-life scenarios.
Jedidiah can be reached at 307-358-2417 or jhewlett@uwyo.edu
Resources mentioned today include:
We're back with Hailey Sorg again this week! Join us while we finish our conversation about resources, trends, and all things WY agritourism.
Hailey's contact information: hsorg@uwyo.edu or 307-235-9400
Hailey bleeds brown and gold! Tune in to learn more about Hailey, the Agritourism industry in Wyoming, as well as great resources if you're looking to dip your toes into this field. We're also going to share a message from a beloved Wyoming born and bred country and western singer.
Hailey can be reached at: hsorg@uwyo.edu or (307) 235-9400.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- https://www.agmrc.org/
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Join us this week while Rob Ziegler and I discuss what these record high beef prices mean for producers, chat all things direct-to-consumer marketing, as well as the importance of input costs.
Rob's contact information: 307-766-3719 or rziegle3@uwyo.edu
In this episode we're discussing various grant programs offered that could be a great fit for Wyoming ranchers and producers looking to partner with other ranchers or their local Extension Agent as well as upcoming events happening throughout the state and in Johnson County, WY.
The grant programs discussed are linked below:
- WY Food Coalition Land Link: https://www.wyfoodcoalition.org/landlinkwy
- Ranch Management...
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