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Episode 37 | A Global Gathering

Mark your calendars for an event that celebrates the heart of the Hereford breed. The American Hereford Association is proud to host the 2025 World Hereford Conference, featuring exclusive pre- and post-conference tours, and the highly anticipated Young Breeders Competition.
Want to know more? Tune in to this episode with Amy Cowan, where we share the details you need to know about the conference, tours and competition.
Registration is open now, and early bird pricing won’t last forever — prices increase on April 1, 2025. Secure your spot today and be part of this global gathering.
Find more information on the conference here -- worldherefordconference.com 

Episode 36 | The Regenerative Cow

What makes a cow truly fit for a regenerative ranching system? In this episode of 1881, we visit with Hugh Aljoe of the Noble Research Institute to dive into the traits of a productive and efficient cow—one that thrives in both economic and environmental conditions.
Want to learn more about leveraging profit potential, environmental stewardship, and social demands? Join us at #CattleCon25 on Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 10–11 a.m. at the AHA booth (#3560) to visit with AHA staff and Hugh Aljoe. See you there!

Episode 35 | A New Chapter in Seedstock Marketing

An episode packed with information – Kane Aegerter, the newly appointed Director of Seedstock Marketing for the American Hereford Association, joins host Shane Bedwell on this episode of 1881. With excitement building around the Hereford breed, they discuss its latest highlights and growing momentum. Kane shares his industry experience, along with the passion and vision driving his approach to helping breeders market their genetics.
Reflecting on the start of 2025, they dive into the successes of Cattlemen's Congress and the National Western Stock Show, the unmatched demand for F1 females, and the value of Hereford bulls as sale season kicks off. Tune in now!

Episode 34 | Guiding the Hereford Breed

On the final 1881 episode of the year, we’re honored to welcome Chad Breeding, a lifelong Miami, Texas, resident and the newly elected chairman of the American Hereford Association board. Chad reflects on his family’s rich legacy with the Hereford breed, shaped by generations of ranching and leadership, and shares his vision for the year ahead.

Episode 33 | Doing More

Tune in to this episode of the 1881 podcast as we visit with Hugh Aljoe, Director of Ranches, Outreach, and Partnerships at the Noble Research Institute. Learn how the NRI’s innovative approach to ‘doing more with what you have’ is helping farmers and researchers.
Visit the Noble Research Institute here: https://www.noble.org/

Epsiode 32 | All About Beef

This episode of the 1881 Podcast is truly 'all about the beef' as we welcome Dr. Shawn Baker, renowned author of The Carnivore Diet and advocate for the carnivore lifestyle. Dr. Baker has thrived on this diet for years, and he joins us to dive deep into its benefits and the essential role beef plays in nutrition. Tune in to discover more about the power of beef in your diet and the essential role farmers and ranchers play in raising this nutritious staple. 

Episode 31 | In the Field

A resource for breeders and commercial cattlemen – the AHA field staff cover the United states promoting Hereford genetics. Tune into this episode of 1881 to meet the team, learn about their industry backgrounds, and find out how they can assist your operation.

Episode 30 | Heritage & History

The Hereford breed is known for its heritage and history in the beef industry. The National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) has played a crucial role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow by fostering the development of junior members. Each summer, the NJHA's hallmark event is the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE). On this episode of 1881, Mike Simpson and Bonnie Coley-Malir share the storied history of the junior Hereford programs, culminating in the inception of the JNHE in 2000. As you journey to Grand Island, Neb., for the Grand Daddy of 'Em All, tune in to relive the proud heritage of the Hereford breed.

Episode 29 | Herefords in the Sandhills

What started as a 4-H project in Redmond, Oregon, grew Denny Hoffman into a herdsman, manager and now owner of Hoffman Herefords in Thedford, Nebraska. With more than 60 years of involvement in the breed, Denny began the early part of his career as a herdsman for Stone Herefords, Hermiston, Oregon. On a courageous leap of faith, Denny moved the family operation from California to Nebraska in order to grow and sustain the business for the next generation. A 2019 Hall of Fame inductee, Denny shares his history with the Hereford breed in this episode of 1881.

Episode 28 | Truth in Marketing

Every state newsletter column John Meents, Jenera, Ohio, penned ended with the sentence, “Make your cattle better today because you have to market them tomorrow,” a sentiment John believed throughout his entire livestock marketing career. Meents had a 21-year career with the American Hereford Association as the Upper Midwest Region field representative. He worked hard to sell animals in the sale ring and privately, offered industry insights for advertising and breeding decisions, and cheered on multiple generations of Hereford breeders. A 2021 Hereford Hall of Merit inductee, John shares about his livestock marketing career in this 1881 episode.