
From the Cowboy State
"From the Cowboy State" is a podcast hosted by Makayla Getz, an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with University of Wyoming Extension, speaking with industry professionals to highlight topics about the continuously evolving field of Agriculture.
Episodes
18 episodes
The Future of Agriculture with Saydee Longhurst
A first-generation college student, Saydee values the opportunity to pursue higher education and is committed to helping others understand agriculture’s essential role in society which made her the perfect guest to speak about the future of agr...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:00:05

The Historic Pitchfork Ranch with Ben Anson
Ben has been working at the Pitchfork in Meeteetse since he wrapped up college and he's now managing the ranch. Tune in with us and learn about some history, the hunting operations, horse sale, as well as some recommendations on how to get into...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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35:06

Marketing Your Brand and Your Story with Brenna Litynski
Why does your brand matter? Join Brenna and I while we discuss all things digital marketing for your operation as well as the intersections of agriculture and art.Brenna can be reached at blitynsk@uwyo....
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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45:44

Showing, Sows, and the Swine Barn with Sabina Wyse
307 Genetics is a local, family-run swine operation out of Powell, WY. Join one of the founders, Sabina Wyse and myself while we discuss getting started in showing pigs, nutrition, and all of the ins and outs one may not think about! This is an...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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34:18

Wyoming Wool Growers and Winter Prep with Alison Crane
Tune in with us as we revisit more aspects and insights into the Wyoming Sheep Industry with Dr. Alison Crane.Crane's background in small ruminant research and extension, combined with a passion for working with sheep producers and promo...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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49:39

Wild Horse and Burro Management with Dr. Derek Scasta
Join Dr. Scasta and I while we discuss some of the troubles agencies face when it comes to wild horse and burro management as well as how horses came to America in the first place. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Informa...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:47

Small Acerage Gardening with Zach Buchel, Farmtablewest
Welcome back to season two! We're joined on this episode with Zach Buchel, owner and CEO of Farmtablewest.com. He's worked on his 1/3 of an acre for four years and shares some of his tips and tricks of w...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:17:01

Women in Agriculture with McKenna Julian
Join us for the last episode of season one of From the Cowboy State while we discuss the newly formed Women in Agriculture (WIA) program started by McKenna in Evanston, WY. Keep an eye out for a WIA program in your county, and don't fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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23:18

SE WY Beef Symposium and Trade Show with Rob Ziegler
Tune in this special episode to learn about the upcoming Southeast Beef Symposium and Tradeshow that is back thanks to UWE Livestock Production and Marketing Specialist, Rob Ziegler! Webiste to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/...
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Season 1
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11:42

Wyoming Sheep Industry with Dr. Whit Stewart and Dylan Laverell
During this episode I am joined by Dr. Whit Stewart, our UW Extension Sheep Specialist and his graduate assistant, Dylan Laverell. We're discussing all things relevant to the sheep industry in Wyoming; from the new-ish UWE Sheep Task Force to o...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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53:43

Cattle Nutrition in Wyoming with Chance Marshall
Join Chance Marshall from Fremont County, WY and myself while I learn along with y'all in all things cattle nutrition. From the different needs at different stages in development to the AI classes and schools Chance has kept up with/initiated. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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40:27

Hay Testing with Dagan Montgomery
Graduating from University of Kentucky with his Bachelor's and then Oklahoma State with his Master's, Dagan came to Wyoming with a diverse background. Join us while we discuss why testing your hay is so important and the impacts of not having y...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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33:35

Regenerative Grazing with Cattle with Barton Stam
Barton Stam from Hot Springs County, WY sat down with me to talk about all things regenerative grazing, working with outside partners, protein detection in herbivores, as well as what he'd tell his younger self. This is an episode you don't wan...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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47:02

Grazing in Drought Conditions with Jedidiah Hewlett
Today we're catching up with Jedidiah Hewlett from Converse County and discussing grazing strategies while in drought conditions and what classifies these drought conditions as well as some real-life scenarios.Jedidiah can be reached at...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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40:26

Wyoming Agritourism with Hailey Sorg: Part Two
We're back with Hailey Sorg again this week! Join us while we finish our conversation about resources, trends, and all things WY agritourism.Hailey's contact information: hsorg@uwyo.edu or 307-235-9400
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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31:42

Wyoming Agritourism with Hailey Sorg: Part One
Hailey bleeds brown and gold! Tune in to learn more about Hailey, the Agritourism industry in Wyoming, as well as great resources if you're looking to dip your toes into this field. We're also going to share a message from a beloved Wyoming bor...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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35:47

High Feeder Prices and Cash Flow with Rob Ziegler
Join us this week while Rob Ziegler and I discuss what these record high beef prices mean for producers, chat all things direct-to-consumer marketing, as well as the importance of input costs. Rob's contact information: 307-766-3719...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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41:33

Grant Programs for Producers with Micah Most
In this episode we're discussing various grant programs offered that could be a great fit for Wyoming ranchers and producers looking to partner with other ranchers or their local Extension Agent as well as upcoming events happening throughout t...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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32:32
