Herd Report
The Herd Report is the podcast dedicated to cattle breeding and genetics.
Each week, host Scott Beck sits down with producers from across the country to discuss the genetics they’re using in their herds, why they choose them, and how those decisions are shaping their operations.
Recent Episodes
SAV Courage: The Power, Pedigree & Performance Behind a Proven Angus …
In this episode, Scott Beck has a conversation with Kelly Schaff from Schhaff Angus Valley about SAV Courage, a standout bull in their breeding program. They discuss the bull's phenotypic qualities, breeding success, market i...
Blue Chip Herefords: Baldy Advantage, Docility & Balanced Genetics
Recorded at Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island, Nebraska, Scott Beck sits down with Tracy McGee of Blue Chip Herefords (Oxford, NE). They dig into why Herefords remain a powerhouse for commercial programs—from black baldy he...
Jaclyn Wilson: Flying Diamond Ranch, Uruguay Genetics & Beef Business…
Recorded live at the Nebraska State Fair, Scott Beck visits with Jaclyn Wilson of the Wilson Flying Diamond Ranch in Nebraska’s Sandhills. Jaclyn shares her journey as a fifth-generation rancher, managing Red Angus, Simmental...
Musgrave Angus: Capitalist 316, New Bull Lines & Breeding for the Fut…
Scott Beck joins Melvin, Tyler, and Eli Musgrave for a conversation on the history and future of Musgrave Angus. They explore the influence of Capitalist 316, the promise of new lines like OG and New Trend, and why soundness ...
Musgrave Angus Legacy: Lady Barbara, Cullinan & Rob Roy
Scott Beck visits Musgrave Angus in Pittsfield, Illinois, for a multigenerational conversation with Melvin, Tyler, and Eli Musgrave. They share the history of their operation, the enduring influence of the Lady Barbara cow fa...
SAV Beneficial: Genetics, Disposition & Impact on Angus Breeding
Scott Beck is joined by Brian Palmer of Palmer Angus and Kelly Schaff of Schaff Angus Valley to explore SAV Beneficial, one of the most talked-about bulls in the Angus industry. They share insights on his physical traits, mat...
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Recent Blog Posts
The Baldy Advantage: Why Herefords Still Dominate Commercial Programs
Welcome to the Herd Report blog! In today's post, we're diving deep into the enduring legacy of Herefords in commercial cattle programs. For generations, Herefords have been a cornerstone of profitable ranching operations, and for good reason. From …
Jaclyn Wilson's Journey: From Nebraska Sandhills to Uruguayan Angus
Welcome to the blog companion for the Herd Report podcast! In this post, we'll delve deeper into the incredible story of Jaclyn Wilson, a fifth-generation rancher making waves in the cattle industry. Just like in our latest episode, Jaclyn Wilson: F…
The Legacy of Capitalist 316 in Angus Breeding
In the world of Angus cattle breeding, certain names resonate with a particular weight, representing not just individual animals, but entire lineages and philosophies. Among these titans, Capitalist 316 stands tall. In this blog post, we'll explore …