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Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of ranches, where sprawling landscapes, rugged cowboys, soul-stirring country music, delectable cuisine, and the essence of agriculture seamlessly intertwine. While ranches often buzz with the hustle and bustle of daily operations, there exists a remarkable oasis where all these elements harmoniously coexist - the Mannix Ranch in Montana. Join us in our latest podcast episode as we delve into the extraordinary journey of Cole Mannix, a fifth-generation rancher who has ingeniously woven together these captivating facets within his ranch. Discover the secrets behind his visionary approach and how he has created a surreal haven that embodies the very essence of the ranching experience. Don't miss out! Tune in now and embark on a captivating exploration of the Mannix Ranch, where dreams come alive amidst the rustic charm of Montana's breathtaking landscapes.

Are you currently selling a land property? Wondering about its progress and whether the deal is taking longer than expected? In this captivating podcast episode, we have a special guest, Andy Rahn, an expert from Montana Land Source. Join us as we delve into a comprehensive analysis of the factors influencing your listing. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time seller, this episode is packed with invaluable insights to help you understand the dynamics at play.  Tune in now and gain a deeper understanding of the intricacies surrounding your land listing.

As a loyal listener of our podcast, you likely have a good understanding of the ranching industry. You may even consider adding a ranch to your portfolio as a high-performing asset. However, there's more to ranching than meets the eye, and gaining insights from an expert can be invaluable. In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Dallas Mount, founder of Ranching for Profit, who shares his experience and expertise with farmers and ranchers looking to improve their profitability. Despite starting with limited ranching knowledge, Mount has become a leading authority on the subject, and we're excited to share a fraction of his insights with our listeners. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and learn how to apply Mount's expertise to your own ranching operations.

In this podcast episode, expert Holly Fretwell goes deep into key ranch management strategies for holistic grazing practices, income generation, wildlife preservation, land privatization, and the benefits of co-owning property. Gain valuable insights on how to run a profitable ranch while also preserving the natural habitat of wildlife. Tune in now to discover how you can become a successful ranch owner.

Looking to secure funding for your farm or ranch operations? Grants are a popular funding option that many ranch owners and farmers consider to advance their businesses. In this episode, you'll hear from industry experts Chris Mehus from Western Sustainability Exchange and Juan Whiting from Stray Acres Consulting. They'll share their insights on the best strategies for identifying and securing grants that align with your vision and mission. Tune in to learn how to maximize your chances of success and keep your farm or ranch thriving.

Is it possible to crowdfund a $10,000,000 ranch?This is not just a theory anymore. In this podcast episode, Atty. Traci Donovan will share the concept of crowdfunding. Her 16 years of regulatory experience in banking, public finance, brokerage, and asset management, and her mastery of crowdfunding farmland from scratch, make her one of the best in the industry. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn about crowdfunding from a regulatory perspective.

 Unlocking the Power of Renewables: Wind, Solar & Battery Storage "Wind and solar are the two big ones. But another buzzword you'll hear a lot of these days is battery storage. So you're really looking at wind, solar, and then where you can cite battery storage with those projects. These are the big lithium batteries that you're ultimately charging. And then when the wind resource is coming off, the solar resources coming off, you're dispatching those electrons onto the grid. We're talking about big battery packs here." - Mark Wengierski. Unlock the full potential of your income with renewable energy. Learn how to masterfully maneuver it as your most significant source of financial stability in this podcast episode. 

Are you struggling to break free of convention and norms? Hear from Hugh Aljoe of the Noble Research Institute as he discusses how to fight this issue and better understand how the relationship between land-ecology, ranch-operations, and marketing can impact financial security. Factors like limited resources or opportunities on the land, just plain bad luck, or other issues can make it difficult to get by, but knowledge is power in this situation. Join us for this podcast episode and learn all about what Hugh has to say about these challenges and how we can take steps towards building an environment that not only encourages financial security but also helps to break down existing cycles of status-quo.

“I wanted to write about what I was seeing because at the end of the day, what we have right now is billions of dollars flowing into some of these alternative proteins in the past five years. And what's come out have been a lot of ultra-processed, unhealthy products. They are using climate marketing to really make folks think that they're gonna be impacting the climate when they're eating these products, but often they're really not, it's really just surface level.” - Chloe Sorvino Let us debunk how farmed meat contributes to Earth’s carbon in this podcast episode.

FIRST CROWDFUNDED RANCH DEBT - Owner Shows You How it's DoneBeing young, not having a financial background, and not having much help are the struggles that challenged Jesse Nelson’s beginnings in creating American Beef Ranch. What he did have was fortitude, a solid plan with technical experience, and the ability to think outside the box. Because of this, Chris Rawley with Harvest Returns noticed Jesse's potential, and together they came up with a strategy to crowdfund Jesse's ranch debt. This podcast will teach you how they turned a dream into a tangible income-generating reality.

How Can Bison Help Create a More Sustainable Future for Ranching?  In this episode, our guest Jeremy Gingerich shared his mastery of bison ranches, hunting, and production. He believes that a lot of the time, it's human-nature not to change until there's enough pain to force a change, let bison be bison, and let nature be the selector. Advantages, marketing norms, and misconceptions about Bison ranching are hot topics.  Since 1999, Jeremy Gingerich has practiced progressive management on some of the largest ranches in Montana, Colorado, Nebraska, and New Mexico, including some of the most diverse and critical wildlife habitats in the Northern and Southern Rockies. Throughout his career, he has used a holistic approach that recognizes the dynamics among working landscapes, human communities, livestock, wildlife, fisheries, riparian systems, and the human need for open space, natural areas for personal meaning, and sustainable agricultural enterprises.

How a Montana Rancher is “Gamifying” Livestock Production with His Innovative Virtual Reality on the Blockchain? In this episode, Trinity resumes sharing his journey in building his ranching in Metaverse called Cattle Kings. Without risking millions of dollars, he sees Cattle-Kings as a game-changer in educating people on managing their herds before embarking on the actual enterprise. Trinity conveys how people perceive his unconventional way of advocating for the ranching industry using decentralized platforms. Andy Rhan also gives us an update on Montana’s land market and economy. Asking prices, inflation, and interest rates are some areas of the topic.

Why time matters more than space in grazing management? In this episode,  our guest Jim Gerrish discusses his experiences and methods of grazing management principles. He is an independent grazing lands educator, consultant, and writer providing services to ranchers on both private and government lands across the US and internationally.  American Grazing Land Services is his family-business where he provides workshops, conferences, and consulting. Jim also works with numerous ranchers of varying sizes who utilize both irrigated pastures and native rangeland.

How did a Montana rancher make the leap to million-view vlogging success through decentralized platforms?In this episode, our guest Trinity Vandenacre is one of those “good ‘ol boys” whose primary love and occupation is Western life, family agriculture, and rural communities. This internet sensation wants to teach and help people understand the true aspects and values of ranching, as well as bridge the gap between people in the city and those on the range. Through social media and online video platforms, Trinity developed a brand and educational content that have now received 17 million views and higher viewership than many traditional forms of media. Additionally, he is beginning his own extraordinary way to educate people on the reality of ranching by “gamifying” livestock production through his virtual reality called Cattle Kings. This Metaverse is a completely digital world of ranching but on a blockchain.

Is society ready to move away from industrialization in favor of more environmentally responsible practices? In this episode, Will Harris tells the story of how he revived a 130-year-old farming method. His episode was the most shared on the Joe Rogan Podcast, and it's clear why. By using sustainable and environmentally-friendly practices, Harris has improved the quality of his cattle while preserving the land.  He is a true world-class cattleman, and his story is both inspiring and informative. His company, White Oak Pastures, is a radically traditional farming operation that uses humane animal management practices to butcher meat from animals raised in a regenerative manner. Their vertically integrated, zero-waste model requires 155+ people working together to care for the land and livestock.

When are you effectively “out of business”?Part 2 with  Sage Askin. During this discussion, Askin outlined the trade-off between the price of the land and the benefits of keeping someone else's animals on it. He also talked about numerous strategies for making goats and hair-sheep viable livestock.  Sage thought it was best to maintain a fairly rigid separation so that your enterprises could stand on their own and be self-sustaining. A few areas of the topic were gross margin analysis, land valuation and ownership, and types of land leases.

Audio file - Rich Bradbury with Intro Outro - Part 3“If you have a problem with how the world is working, invest in land.”In this episode, Rich Bradbury brought up how an emphasis on conservation and implementation of innovative technology is advancing him from the competition. He views that what you put into the community is exactly what you’re gonna get back.Aside from the Oregon ranch market opportunities, he discussed the importance of a network of people and the community for being in the industry for 40 years.  Generational ranching, water rights, a new set of ranch buyers, Certified Commercial Investment Members, and commercial real estate are some areas of topics in this conversation.Download the full episode here See more episodes at: https://ranchinvestor.buzzsprout.comWebsite: https://highcountryrealestate.net/  #oregon  #esginvesting  #cooperatives #ranchrealestate #ranching #realestatepodcast #investing

Where is the starting line on ranching?In this episode, our guest, Sage Askin discusses how he started bootstrapping  Askin Land and Livestock 10 years ago. He wanted to be independent, but he is now responsible and works for many other individuals. Askin also describes the custom grazing on lease land and the sell-buy model.His company, Askin Land and Livestock, raises grass-fed cattle, Dorper sheep, horses, and dogs. They choose the freedom to enjoy their lives and preserve Wyoming’s traditional old western cowboy values while raising happy healthy livestock and kids in the country.   Askin Land and Livestock concentrate on optimal and sustainable production. #Ranching #Wyoming #Family #ranchrealestate #livestock #realestatepodcast #investingDownload the full episode here See more episodes at: https://ranchinvestor.buzzsprout.comWebsite:  https://www.askinlandandlivestock.com/

When is it most effective to work alone or work with a team? Round 2 with Rich Bradbury. In this episode, our guest reflected on his experiences working with various groups over the years and revealed in depth what works and what doesn't when joining a coop. DeVries and Bradbury also did not miss an opportunity to critique the issues of the US food system and third-party-verification.  Website: https://highcountryrealestate.net/ #oregon  #esginvesting  #cooperatives #ranchrealestate #ranching #realestatepodcast #investing

What is farming the right way?In this episode, we sat down with Paul Grieve to discuss the benefits of his farming practices to the environment, animals, and human health.  He is the founder of Pasturebird which is now one of the largest pasture poultry producers in the US.Pasturebird is a family farm that believes in the regenerative power of pasture-raised livestock for land, animal, and community. The end result is chicken that’s rich with old-school flavor, nutrient-dense, and environmentally responsible.