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Cattle Connect

Alabama Cattlemen’s Association

The Cattle ConnectPodcast is brought to you by the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association. Tune in weekly for for beef industry news and to get to know the ACA!

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31:28

A Look at 2026 Youth Livestock Programs & Events

Cattle Connect ·

2026/01/16

In this episode of Cattle Connect, host Bailey Watson sits down with Reid McGuire and Taylor Sondgeroth to discuss their new roles in youth livestock education and highlight upcoming youth events. From Block & Bridle and State Skillathon competitions to Southeastern Livestock Exposition events and AJCA contests, they cover multiple opportunities available for Alabama's youth in 2026. Grab your calendar and tune in to learn key dates and what to expect from youth livestock events in the year

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43:30

Checking in on the Checkoff: What to Expect from the...

Cattle Connect ·

2026/01/09

Host Michael Smith sits down with producer and Alabama Beef Checkoff Council member Bill Walding, along with guest Bailey Watson, to discuss the Alabama Beef Checkoff—how it works, how funds are allocated across programs, and the goals of the 2026 marketing plan.This episode covers 2026 priorities and budget adjustments, consumer outreach efforts (including digital and e-commerce advertising), youth programs, producer-focused initiatives, and research investments—highlighting the long-term value of

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22:00

A Front-Row Seat to Alabama Politics ft. Senate...

Cattle Connect ·

2026/01/02

In the premiere episode of Cattle Connect Season Three, host Erin Beasley sits down with longtime Alabama Secretary of the Senate Pat Harris to reflect on his career, explore the Senate’s rules and legislative process, and share memorable moments from the Alabama Statehouse.The conversation also covers progress on the new Statehouse construction project and offers a preview of key themes expected to shape the 2026 Legislative Session, which begins Tuesday, January 13, in Montgomery.

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49:05

2025 ACA Yearbook ft. The Entire Cattle Connect Team

Cattle Connect ·

2025/12/26

The Cattle Connect team walks through 2025 with a lively month-by-month recap — from a rare statewide snowstorm and industry conventions to youth field days, record scholarship giving, staff transitions, and an impactful D.C. advocacy trip. Staff share behind-the-scenes stories, practical takeaways, and plenty of laughs.Tune in to this season finale to catch the highlights and get excited for Season Three airing January 2, 2026.

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44:26

Connect to the Cattlemen: Clay County's Winning...

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2025/12/19

In this episode of Cattle Connect, host Michael Smith sits down with Jim and Kim Jordan of the Clay County Cattlemen's Association— the 2025 winner of the Cattlemen of Beef Month contest. The Jordans share how family involvement, community outreach, and creative efforts—like videos and steak sandwich sales—helped the county chapter engage schools, recruit members, and promote beef across their rural community.They also discuss practical planning tips, the value of mentorship, and why involving

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31:44

Stewarding Deep South Cattlemen's Associations ft....

Cattle Connect ·

2025/12/12

On this episode, Erin Beasley visits with Andy Berry, Executive Vice President of the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association and a state senator, for a conversation rooted in the traditions and teamwork of Deep South cattle country. Together, they look back at the history and structure of Mississippi’s association and talk about how state cattlemen’s groups across the region work side-by-side with their Beef Councils to keep the industry strong and moving forward.While meeting in Washington, D.C.,

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28:37

The WHY Behind YCLP: Inside Alabama's Young...

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2025/12/05

The Young Cattlemen's Leadership Program is one of the Alabama Cattlemen's Association's leading opportunities for young cattle producers in Alabama. In this episode, host Michael Smith talks with YCLP Council Chairman Aisling Walding about YCLP — what it teaches, how it builds industry connections, and why it prepares young producers for leadership in Alabama's beef cattle communities.Listen to learn more about what to expect when it comes to YCLP class experiences, council work, industry and D.C

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28:47

From The Plains to Producers: Practical Beef Insights...

Cattle Connect ·

2025/11/21

Host Kayla Greer welcomes Dr. Maggie Justice, Auburn University’s new State Beef Cattle Extension Specialist, for a conversation packed with insight for Alabama’s beef producers. Back to her home on the Plains, Dr. Justice shares how her role blends cutting-edge research with hands-on Extension support, and she highlights the many ways the Auburn Beef & Forage team helps producers strengthen their operations.She breaks down practical takeaways from her research, explains why management

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32:46

Checking on the Checkoff: Wrapping Up a Busy Fall

Cattle Connect ·

2025/11/14

Fall was a busy and productive season for the Alabama Beef Checkoff team as efforts ramped up across the state to promote beef and support producers!Join co-hosts Michael Smith and Bailey Watson as they dive into the latest updates from the Alabama Beef Checkoff program. From youth field days and the Beef 101 program at Auburn University to the Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program and October Beef Month promotions, Beef Checkoff-funded initiatives continued to strengthen connections with consumers

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35:20

Developing Heifers for the Long Haul ft Kent Stanford

Cattle Connect ·

2025/11/07

Host Michael Smith sits down with Alabama Extension Specialist Kent Stanford to discuss intentional heifer development— which includes matching females to your environment, key management practices, and the economics of retaining versus selling replacements in today’s high-price market.

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31:09

State of the Beef Consumer

Cattle Connect ·

2025/10/31

ACA Manager of Youth Programs and Marketing Bailey Watson sits down with host Kayla Greer and shares key national beef marketing insights she learned at the Partnerships in Action (PIA) Conference hosted at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association in Denver. The two dive into the top priorities shaping consumer decisions—taste, budget, value, safety, and nutrition—and discuss how these insights will guide statewide beef promotions heading into the new year.

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14:11

When Words Move Markets

Cattle Connect ·

2025/10/24

In this episode, host Kayla Greer sits down with Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Executive Vice President Erin Beasley to break down President Trump’s recent remarks about importing beef from Argentina. They talk through the immediate reaction of the markets, why producers are raising red flags about safety and precedent, discuss ACA’s position on mandatory country-of-origin labeling, and how you can take action by contacting your members of Congress.

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18:08

From Pasture to Policy ft. Mary Bea Halimeh

Cattle Connect ·

2025/10/17

In this episode of Cattle Connect, host Erin Beasley sits down with Mary Bea Halimeh of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) to discuss how state organizations—like the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association—play a vital role in shaping national beef policy and advocacy efforts.Together, they explore the unique partnership between the ACA and NCBA, how grassroots voices influence national decisions, and why Alabama’s cattle producers have a powerful seat at the table in Washington, D.C

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17:58

From the Show Ring to AJCA President ft. Lyndee Jordan

Cattle Connect ·

2025/10/10

In this junior cattlemen's focused episode, host Bailey Watson interviews Lyndee Meadows Jordan, the newly elected 2025–2026 president of the Alabama Junior Cattlemen's Association (AJCA). Lyndee shares her lifelong roots in the cattle industry, from showing cattle and swine at a young age to holding county and state AJCA leadership roles.Listen as Bailey and Lyndee discuss her presidency goals to grow junior membership, expanding outreach through social media and on-site events, and the importance

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24:24

Fueling the Future of Alabama's Beef Industry

Cattle Connect ·

2025/10/03

When it comes to Alabama cattle producers, one thing is for certain- their hearts are even bigger than their pastures. The Alabama Cattlemen's Foundation serves as the non-profit charitable arm of the Alabama Cattlemen's Association to extend the kindness of local producers and supporters to those in need across the nation. Join Erin and Josie as they discuss the Foundation's many purposes, growth in the scholarship program, recent MOOseum and disaster relief work and the story behind ACA

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18:01

Finding Our Common Ground ft. Craig Taylor

Cattle Connect ·

2025/09/26

Host Erin Beasley sits down with Craig Taylor from the Livestock Marketing Association to review the Common Ground Coalition — an initiative that grew from Producer Profitability listening sessions. They outline five shared priorities: ag-friendly tax policy, improved risk management tools (like LRP), better access to labor, flexibility for livestock haulers, and support for young and emerging producers.The episode explains how Alabama producers contributed to the priorities and a call to action

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18:07

Conservation Conversation: Stewarding Our Natural...

Cattle Connect ·

2025/09/19

The Alabama Soil & Water Conservation Committee's Conservation Incentive Program (CIP) can help beef cattle producers access cost-share funding for the implementation of necessary practices like watering systems, forage planting, nutrient management, fencing, working systems, and feed troughs. Will Gotcher, Supervisor of the Colbert County Soil & Water Conservation District, joined host Kayla Greer in studio to share how this program supports producers across Alabama through funding and

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25:56

Marketing Your Farm: Building Community Through Beef...

Cattle Connect ·

2025/09/12

This episode wraps up the Marketing Your Farm series as host Kayla Greer chats with a familiar voice— Josie Jones, as she sits in the studio guest seat representing her family's operation, Jones Farm of Autauga County. Josie shares how the family business has managed growth with changing consumer trends, and she shares their recipe for forging strong local partnerships, which keeps consumer dollars within their community. Learn more about vetting partners by shared values and quality, balancing

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28:33

Precision Breeding: Auburn’s AI School Preview ft....

Cattle Connect ·

2025/09/05

This episode is all about bovine AI— artificial insemination, that is! Join host Erin Beasley as she chats with Extension Veterinarian Dr. Soren Rodning about Auburn’s upcoming bovine AI schools at the E.V. Smith Research & Extension Center. Dr. Rodning explains AI advantages and challenges, who should consider AI, program expectations, and how to sign up for the educational opportunities where producers will spend two days learning about bovine anatomy and physiology, semen handling, estrus

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30:36

Connect to the Cattlemen: Beefin' Up Shelby County...

Cattle Connect ·

2025/08/29

Grassroots advocates are the lifeblood of the ACA, and our Connect to the Cattlemen series is here to highlight their efforts! From a countywide rodeo, to the culinary classroom, cattlemen in Shelby County have gotten creative on how to highlight cattle production and promote beef in the Birmingham Metro area! In this episode, host Michael Smith sits down with Shelby County Cattleman Rickey Colquitt to discuss how a steak tasting in the classroom has turned into an educational experience that

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