Where Better Cattle Begin
Where Better Cattle Begin is the podcast for cattle producers, ag students, and beef enthusiasts who want to blend cow sense with science. Hosted by Randy Clements of KR Cattle in Northeast Colorado, this show dives into the genetics, reproduction, and management practices that shape the future of the beef industry.
From AI and embryo transfer to body condition scoring, minerals, and new technologies, each episode brings practical insights and real ranch experience you can use in your own herd. Along the way, you’ll hear stories from the ranch, guest interviews with industry leaders, and a focus on stewardship, legacy, and grit.
Whether you’re running cows, raising show calves, or simply curious about how better beef begins, this podcast will give you the knowledge and inspiration to keep improving your herd — and your ranching life.
Where Better Cattle Begin — because better genetics, better management, and better stewardship all start here.
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Episodes
Monday Oct 27, 2025
Monday Oct 27, 2025
On this episode, we sit down with our favorite cow cop from the Texas panhandle Mr. Chris Ward, and discuss how a better protect our operations in today’s world
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
In this episode of Where Better Cattle Begin, host Randy Clements sits down with Pat Kruse, Sales Manager at Big Iron Livestock, to talk about how the cattle marketing landscape is changing. Pat shares insights into today’s market trends, what buyers are looking for, and how online platforms like Big Iron are opening new doors for ranchers. He also breaks down the do’s and don’ts of selling cattle online, how to prepare cattle for a successful sale, and what producers can do to build trust with buyers. Whether you’re marketing feeder calves, bred cows, or seedstock, this episode will give you practical advice to help maximize your cattle sales in a fast-changing industry.
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
In this episode of Where Better Cattle Begin, Randy Clements visits with Don Trimmer, Beef Manager at Alta Genetics. They dive into the current trends shaping the beef industry, the traits that matter most to today’s cattlemen, and the sires leading the way at Alta. Don also shares how Alta goes beyond semen sales to provide consulting, tools, and solutions that help producers of all sizes move their herds forward
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
In this very first episode of Where Better Cattle Begin, host Randy Clements of KR Cattle sets the stage for what this podcast is all about: building better herds through genetics, reproduction, management, and grit. We take a deep dive into longevity — what it really means in a cow herd, why it matters for profitability, and the role genetics, nutrition, and management play in keeping cows working year after year. From breeding decisions to mineral programs, you’ll hear practical insights on how to make your herd last for the long haul.