Burke Teichert on Developing and Grazing Stockpiled Forage with Jeremy Sweeten (WCP 450)

Burke Teichert on Developing and Grazing Stockpiled Forage with Jeremy Sweeten (WCP 450)

Author: Clay Conry August 5, 2025 Duration: 50:06

One of the major determinants of ranch profitability is the amount of hay fed every year. One way to avoid feeding excess hay is to develop quality stockpiled forage for winter and dormant season grazing. Burke Teichert and Jeremy Sweeten have experience is very different contexts. This varied experience helps us get a very well-rounded perspective on how to develop graze quality stockpiled forage to increase profitability and herd performance.

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Guests's Previous Episodes:

Ep. 445 John Hays and Jeremy Sweeten - Practical Tips for Regenerative Hay Making

Ep. 439 John Hays and Jeremy Sweeten - How Amp Grazing Drives Profitability Even in the Midwest

Ep. 434 Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten – Capitalizing on the Wildlife Attracted by Regenerative Agriculture

Ep. 427 Burke Teichert – Five Essentials of Successful Ranch Managers

Ep. 385 Kent Solberg and Jeremy Sweeten – Outwintering Cattle

Ep. 324 Jeremy Sweeten – Adding Value to Land and Livestock

Ep. 302 Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 2

Ep. 299 Burke Teichert – Characteristics of Successful Ranch Managers pt. 1

Ep. 100 Burke Teichert – Training the Next Generation of Ranch Managers


Clay Conry hosts Working Cows-Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil Health, a conversation grounded in the daily realities of running a ranch as a business. This isn't just theory; it's a practical dialogue for those whose livelihoods are tied to the land. Each episode delves into the interconnected management of four critical assets: the Land, the Animals, the Money, and the People. The goal is straightforward yet profound-to explore how regenerative practices can simultaneously heal the soil and improve the bottom line. You’ll hear from experienced ranchers and other leaders who share tangible strategies for better stockmanship, financial decision-making, and leadership on and off the range. The underlying purpose of the podcast is to glorify God by creating this essential platform for knowledge exchange. Listeners tuning in will find honest discussions about increasing operational effectiveness, ensuring that the stewardship of their resources leads to greater resilience and profitability. It’s for anyone ready to move beyond conventional thinking and discover how a regenerative approach impacts every facet of a ranching operation, from earthworms to economics.
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Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil Health
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