CattleUSA Daily delivers fast, factual insight into cattle markets, sale barn results, and beef industry trends across the U.S. Hosted by producers and professionals who live the business, each episode breaks down feeder and fat cattle prices, futures movement, packer demand, weather impacts, and export shifts shaping today’s beef economy. From ranch-level realities to national market drivers, CattleUSA Daily is the trusted source for livestock news, market analysis, and ag insight that helps producers make confident, informed decisions every day.
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334: Packers Exposed & the Truth About Who Really Controls the Cattle Market with John Campbell
Episode 334
Friday, May 22, 2026 • Duration 28:34
On today’s episode of the podcast, Lauren is joined once again by the one and only John Campbell to break down the latest cash cattle market trends, drought conditions across cattle country, feeder cattle demand, and what he believes may be ahead for the market this summer. The conversation then shifts into a candid discussion about growing frustration among independent cattle producers, industry representation, packer influence, consolidation in the beef industry, and why so many ranchers feel increasingly disconnected from organizations claiming to represent them.
333: China’s Trade Deal Could Send Cattle Prices Exploding This Summer with Samantha Cozza-Wright
Episode 333
Thursday, May 21, 2026 • Duration 21:15
On today’s episode of the podcast, Lauren is joined by cattle Samantha Cozza-Wright again to break down another wild week in the cattle markets, including the growing impact of China’s new trade deal, record boxed beef prices, strong cash cattle movement, drought and wildfire concerns across cattle country, and why global demand could continue pushing cattle prices even higher this summer. The conversation dives into export markets, grilling season demand, futures volatility, beef consumer trends, and what all of it means for producers heading into some of the most important months of the year.
Connect with Samantha:
Email - samantha@cattleusainsurance.com
Phone - 785-940-5533
Links:
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332: AI Is Coming for Agriculture and Most Cattle Producers Aren’t Ready with Gabe Wright
Episode 332
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 • Duration 23:05
Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast Lauren sits down with Gabe Wight to talk about AI, record keeping, technology adoption, and where innovation is headed in the cattle industry. Artificial intelligence and technology are rapidly changing agriculture, but many cattle producers still aren’t using the tools already available to them. From flashlight farming and ranching in Arkansas to building tech companies and launching Herd Advisor, Gabe brings a unique perspective from both agriculture and the business world.
The conversation dives into why so many producers struggle with record keeping, how technology can improve decision making and profitability, and where AI may start impacting everyday ranch management in the years ahead. They also discuss balancing innovation with preserving the lifestyle and traditions that make the cattle industry what it is today.
331: Connecting Consumers to Beef Takes More Than independent Processing with Bobbie Rae Smith
Episode 331
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 • Duration 26:50
Independent processing has become one of the biggest conversations in the beef industry, but Bobbi Rae Smith and the team at Medicine Lodge Meat Company believe ranchers need more than just a processor.
Lauren sits down today with Bobbi Rae to discuss how Medicine Lodge Meat Company is helping producers market beef directly to consumers, tell their stories, build local food systems, and create stronger relationships between ranchers and urban consumers. From rancher bundle programs and mobile meat trailers to producer marketing and community partnerships, this episode dives into what outside of the box thinking in the beef business really looks like.
Links:
Medicine Lodge Meat Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551463331218&sk=reels_tab
Medicine Lodge Meat Company Website: https://www.medicinelodgemeatco.com/
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330: Gray Wolves, Public Lands & Federal Grazing: What Producers Need to Know with Kaitlynn Glover
Episode 330
Monday, May 18, 2026 • Duration 31:51
Today on the podcast, Lauren sits down with Kaitlynn Glover, Executive Director of the Public Lands Council and leader of natural resources policy at NCBA, to discuss two major issues impacting cattle country right now: public lands grazing and the fight to delist the gray wolf.
She shares updates straight from Washington, D.C. on federal grazing policy, wildfire management, Endangered Species Act reform, recreation pressure on public lands, and the latest developments surrounding gray wolf delisting efforts. The conversation also dives into how federal land policies directly impact Western ranchers, what NCBA and PLC are focused on right now, and why producer engagement with lawmakers matters more than ever.
Links:
Public Lands Council Websitel: https://publiclandscouncil.orgPublic Lands Council
329: Trump Meets JBS… and the Cattle Market Loses Its Mind with John Campbell
Episode 329
Friday, May 15, 2026 • Duration 20:46
This week on the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren sits down with John Campbell to break down another volatile week in the cattle markets, what’s driving the massive swings in futures, and why headlines surrounding Brazilian beef imports and JBS continue to rattle producers across the country. John explains how algorithm trading is impacting commodity markets in real time, why producers are getting whiplash from government announcements, and what’s really happening behind the scenes with the current beef import conversations. They also touch on record fed cattle prices, strong feeder calf demand, and ongoing concerns surrounding drought and moisture across cattle country.
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328: High Prices Cure High Prices? What Comes Next for the Cattle Market with Dan and Samantha
Episode 328
Thursday, May 14, 2026 • Duration 38:24
Record cash cattle prices, volatility in the futures market, boxed beef concerns, drought conditions, herd expansion, and political pressure on beef prices.... this episode covers all of it. Lauren sits down with Dan Gerhold and Samantha Cozza-Wright to break down one of the wildest cattle markets producers have seen in years and what it could mean moving into summer and fall.
The conversation dives into Trump’s comments on beef prices and imports, the growing pressure on consumer demand, why boxed beef values are creating concern despite strong cash cattle trade, and whether “high prices cure high prices” is finally starting to show up in the beef market. They also discuss drought conditions across cattle country, herd rebuilding, grain markets, feed costs, and why producers need to stay prepared even in profitable times.
Connect with Samantha:Email - samantha@cattleusainsurance.com Phone - 785-940-5533Links:Nominate or request to be a guest - forms.gle/fRkvzRenh7mqkDXV7 CattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l...CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/Facebook - / cattleusamedia Instagram - / Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusadrive.com/premiumCattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/Lauren’s Instagram - / Lauren’s Youtube - / @showboatmediaco The Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/
Key Takeaways:
Cash cattle prices continue to trade at record highs
Futures markets are showing growing volatility and uncertainty
Boxed beef values are not rallying like many expected during grilling season
Consumer resistance to high beef prices may be starting to appear
“High prices cure high prices” remains a major concern in this market
Packers remain aggressive buyers due to tight cattle supplies
Imports and global competition continue to pressure the beef industry
327: Why More Producers Are Turning to Gelbvieh and Balancer Cattle with Tom Strahm
Episode 327
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 • Duration 23:16
Lauren sits down with Tom Strahm of the American Gelbvieh Association to talk about the growing role Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle are playing in today’s beef industry. From maternal strength and longevity to feed efficiency and hybrid vigor, Tom breaks down why more commercial producers are implementing these genetics into their herds.
They also discuss crossbreeding strategies, heterosis, carcass quality, female productivity, and how Gelbvieh-influenced cattle continue to succeed in a wide variety of environments across the United States.
Links:
Gelbvieh: https://gelbvieh.org/
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326: Good Cattle Are Just Good Cattle — No Matter the Industry with Heather Welper
Episode 326
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 • Duration 31:23
Lauren sits down with Heather Welper to talk about functionality, structure, genetics, and where the show industry may need to rein itself back in while still continuing to positively influence the future of beef production. The show cattle world and the commercial cattle industry are often viewed as completely separate but the reality is, the two overlap far more than people think. They also dive into the role the show industry plays in developing the next generation of agriculture through mentorship, work ethic, and leadership.
325: This Weather Whiplash Continues — Here’s Your Summer Forecast with Gary Lezak
Episode 325
Monday, May 11, 2026 • Duration 18:14
Lauren is joined by Gary Lezak to break down what’s behind these rapid swings, what the current pattern is telling us, and how it could shape the rest of the summer.
From snow in early May to 80 degree heat just days later, weather across cattle country has been anything but normal. They also dive into drought conditions across the Plains and what producers should be watching in the coming months.
New federal grazing regulation updates are being developed for the first time in decades
Public lands policies directly impact more than half of the Western cattle herd
Agencies are beginning to shift toward more collaborative land management approaches
Wildfire prevention and drought management remain major concerns across cattle country
The fight to delist the gray wolf continues through Congress, the courts, and the White House
Producers across the West continue facing livestock losses tied to wolf populations
NCBA and PLC are actively working on Endangered Species Act reform efforts
Recreation, travel management, and federal land access remain key issues for ranchers
Grazing continues to gain recognition as an important land management tool
Producer voices and grassroots engagement are critical in shaping policy decisions
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction + Caitlin Glover joins the podcast
02:00 Public lands grazing updates and federal policy changes
06:00 Why public lands matter to Western cattle producers
09:00 Wildfire policy, recreation pressure, and federal land management
12:00 The shift toward collaborative grazing management
16:00 Gray wolf delisting updates and producer concerns
20:00 Congress, the courts, and the future of wolf management
24:00 Drought, fire season, and current priorities in Washington
27:00 Why producers need to stay involved in policy conversations
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• Fed cattle hit an all-time high around $2.65 this week• Feeder cattle markets strengthened significantly late in the week after earlier volatility• Lightweight calves continue to bring extremely strong prices across multiple markets• Futures markets are now heavily influenced by algorithm trading reacting instantly to headlines and news events• Comments surrounding Brazilian beef imports caused major swings in the cattle market over the past week• John believes confusion and mixed messaging from leadership are contributing to producer frustration and market instability• Both Lauren and John expressed concerns over continued beef industry consolidation and foreign influence in the protein supply chain• Consumer beef demand remains strong despite higher retail prices• Tight cattle supplies continue to support the long-term bullish outlook for the industry• John remains optimistic overall about the cattle market fundamentals moving forward
Chapters
00:00 Weather and drought conditions across Colorado and Kansas01:25 Strong feeder calf and fed cattle markets this week05:50 Why futures markets are becoming more volatile08:30 Brazilian beef headlines and JBS discussions14:00 Government messaging, market reactions, and producer frustration21:30 Final thoughts on the market outlook moving forward
Snow and cold snaps can still occur into early May
Heat waves later this summer are still expected
The LRC model helps predict long-term weather trends
El Niño is developing but not yet a major factor
Drought remains a concern across the Western Plains
Moisture will likely be uneven and spotty
Late May could bring another round of severe weather
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction + May snowstorm in Colorado
03:00 Weather whiplash: snow to heat
06:30 LRC model and pattern cycles explained
11:30 What this pattern means for summer
15:30 El Niño: hype vs reality
19:30 Drought conditions across cattle country
23:00 Severe weather risks heading into late May
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