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Welcome back to Barn Talk. In today's episode, our guest is John Haskell, an accomplished rancher, business owner, and expert at turning struggling ranches around. John has spent years working on ranches across the country, building up his own herd, and helping others transform their operations from losing money to becoming truly profitable. As the founder of Ranch Right LLC, John is passionate about teaching farmers and ranchers how to understand their finances, take control of their numbers, and create long-term success for their families. In this episode, we hear about John's journey from leaving home as a teenager to working with leaders in holistic management and cattle marketing. He explains why knowing your costs is the heart of a successful operation, how non-traditional thinking can give you an edge in agriculture, and what it takes to pass on more than just assets to the next generation. Packed with insight, real-world advice, and inspiring stories, this conversation with John Haskell is not to be missed.

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00:00 Supporting Barn Talk's growth

19:33 Economics of cattle farming

28:00 Understanding cattle cost and profit

32:27 Heifers vs. steers market strategy

43:41 Pandemic impacts on livestock sales

59:47 Partnering with a savvy accountant

01:09:45 Pride in American heritage

01:18:02 Focus on product over raw goods

01:24:42 Reorienting cattle business strategy

01:33:54 Profitable cattle farming methods

01:49:13 Regenerative movement and soil management

01:55:51 Balancing agriculture and environment

02:10:52 Understanding agricultural market demands

02:15:54 Meeting and learning from Wally

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