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Jun 2026

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Balancing life as a livestock breeder is hard work. Technological advances can help but also be nerve-racking. Molly Clubb and Jaymie Feldmann, partners in Hired Hand Website Software, interview guests who are succeeding at the balancing act of marketing, promoting and breeding registered livestock for maximum profitability. If you’re passionate about registered livestock, trying to start a breeding program of your own, interested in new herd marketing technologies, or just want to hear some great ranching advice then this is the podcast for you! Molly and Jaymie even share some comical stories about their experiences in the technology and ag sector over the past 15 years. Tune in!

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June 16, 2026Episode 3453 min

Built with Intention: Luke & Dave Pine of Pine Brothers Longhorns

In this episode, we sit down with Luke and Dave Pine of Pine Brothers Longhorns to talk about the role of intention in building a program. What began in 2013 with empty barns, open pastures, and a few curious kids quickly grew into a purposeful Texas Longhorn operation focused on quality, color, horn, and continual improvement. We discuss the meaning behind their breeding philosophy, how their program got its start, and the vision that continues to shape Pine Brothers Longhorns today.Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

June 15, 2026Episode 337 min

MWTLA Sale Recap | Monday Mini

This week’s Monday Mini recaps the Midwest Texas Longhorn Association Sale held this past weekend in Marysville, Kansas. We cover the top-selling lots, sale highlights, and where buyer interest showed up strongest throughout the event. From standout consignments to overall sale trends, this quick recap gives you the key moments and takeaways from the weekend.Send us Fan MailFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

June 9, 2026Episode 321 hr 9 min

Midwest Texas Longhorn Association Sale Preview with Justin Rombeck

In this episode, we visit with sale host Justin Rombeck about the upcoming Midwest Texas Longhorn Association Sale on June 13th in Marysville, Kansas. We talk about the strong set of consignments, the quality genetics being offered, and what makes this event more than just a sale—from special awards and the new youth program to the community partnerships and activities planned around the event. Tune in for a quick preview of what to expect at this growing Midwest sale.Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

June 8, 2026Episode 319 min

Monday Mini: Appalachian Trail Sale Recap

This week’s Monday Mini recaps the Appalachian Trail Sale held this past weekend. We cover the top-selling lots, sale highlights, and where buyer interest showed up strongest throughout the event. From standout consignments to overall sale trends, this quick recap gives you a look at the key moments and takeaways from the weekend.Send us Fan MailFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

June 2, 2026Episode 3031 min

Appalachian Trail Sale Preview with Nelson Hearn & Adrianna Norris

In this episode, we visit with sale hosts Nelson Hearn and Adrianna Norris of Nel-Tam Longhorns ahead of the Appalachian Trail Sale, coming June 5th and 6th to Fredericksburg, Pennsylvania, at the Lebanon Valley Livestock Auction. We talk about the growth of the Appalachian Trail Sale, the strength of longhorn breeders across the East Coast, and the opportunities this event creates for breeders to showcase cattle, purchase quality stock, and welcome new interest into the breed.This year’s sale features 42 head of outstanding consigned cattle. Nelson and Adrianna share what makes this event special, what attendees can expect this year, and why this sale continues to build strong connections among breeders from the East Coast and across the country. If you can’t make it in person, Hired Hand will be live streaming the sale so you can follow along from anywhere.Send us Fan MailFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

May 26, 2026Episode 287 min

Monday Mini: Fort Worth Stockyards Sale Recap (May 22–23)

Fresh off the weekend in the Fort Worth Stockyards, we’re back with a quick Monday Mini recap of the Longhorn Sale held Friday and Saturday in Ft. Worth.From the Heifer Sale on Friday to the Cow Sale on Saturday, it was a big two days—and a major highlight: the highest-selling Animal of the Year was auctioned off this weekend. Tune in for a few standout moments and a quick thank-you to everyone who helped make it happen.Send us Fan MailFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

May 26, 2026Episode 291 hr 9 min

Bringing the Farm Back to Life | Guy & Charlotte Cote (Cote Cattle Company)

In today’s episode, we sit down with Guy and Charlotte Cote of Cote Cattle Company in Granby, Massachusetts—and it’s a meaningful one, because their story isn’t just about starting a farm. It’s about bringing one back to life.Charlotte’s family has owned the property since the 1940s, when her grandparents first established it. Over time, the land grew quiet—no barns, no animals, no daily rhythms of a working farm. But Guy and Charlotte decided to change that. They started small, rebuilt step by step, and turned the family place into the full-time operation it is today.We talk about what it takes to revive a legacy, the challenges and wins along the way, and what it means to build something lasting—on ground that already carries generations of history.Note: Audio is a bit rough in spots—thanks for bearing with us!Cote Cattle Company: https://www.cotecattlecompany.com/Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

May 19, 2026Episode 2731 min

Fort Worth Stockyards Longhorn Auction Preview | Bill Hudson

In this sale preview episode, we’re headed to the Fort Worth Stockyards Longhorn Auction and visiting with Bill Hudson of Hudson Longhorns. Bill shares his journey into the Longhorn industry—getting started in 2003—and what it means to be in his 21st year hosting a Longhorn sale.We break down the weekend schedule in Fort Worth: Friday, May 22 kicks off with the Heifer Sale, followed by the Cow Sale on Saturday, May 23. Bill talks about what he looks for in a program, how he approaches selecting cattle for sale day, and why the Stockyards atmosphere makes this event a standout for Longhorn breeders and fans alike.Tune in for a quick, practical preview to help you plan, follow along, and get ready for a big Longhorn weekend in Fort Worth.Send us Fan MailFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

May 18, 2026Episode 288 min

Monday Mini: Pride on the Prairie Sale Recap

Fresh off a great weekend in Murdo, South Dakota, we’re back with a quick Monday Mini recap of the Pride of the Prairie Futurity & Production Sale.The weekend kicked off with the Futurity on Saturday morning, followed by awards, and then the Production Sale later that day—bringing Longhorn folks together for a full day of competition, conversation, and bidding.In this mini episode, we’ll share a few highlights from the weekend, the atmosphere in Murdo, and a big thank-you to the breeders, bidders, and everyone who helped make Pride of the Prairie such a success—whether you were there in person or tuning in onlineSend us Fan MailFrom the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

May 12, 2026Episode 261 hr 18 min

50 Years in the Making: Peter & Heather Sheppard of Sheppard Farm on Apple Hill

In this episode, we sit down with Peter Sheppard and his daughter Heather Sheppard-Lunn of Sheppard Farm on Apple Hill in south-central Pennsylvania as they look ahead to a milestone 50th anniversary celebration. Peter shares how the fold began in 1976 with just six cows and one bull—and how decades of intentional breeding built a program centered on traditional Scottish Highland standards, calving ease, and foraging ability, resulting in 560+ registered animals in the National Herdbook.Heather talks about launching their direct-to-customer grass-fed Highland beef sales in 2008, growing the herd to serve both beef buyers and brood cow clients, and preparing the next generation as her daughters get involved. Together, they discuss why they carefully screen buyers and what it means to bring home an Apple Hill Highland—clean genetics, classic conformation, and a long-term commitment to the breed.Sheppard Farms on Apple Hill: http://www.sheppardfarmonapplehill.com/Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand:Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.comHired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftwareTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsitesNewsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed