Beyond Windbreaks: Proactive Winter Management Tips from Gallagher Animal Management

In this episode of the Casual Cattle Conversations podcast, Buddy Rowlett from the Gallagher team shares his expertise on winter fencing for cattle producers. From the challenges posed by snow and ice to the importance of proper corner design, Buddy offers valuable insights. He even shares a few creative ideas for how to use temporary fence to create shelters for calves during blizzards! In this episode, you will be able to: Learn how to overcome winter fencing challenges to ensure the safety and security of your cattle. Discover effective strategies to enhance the visibility of your electric fences in snowy conditions, improving the effectiveness of your containment system. Understand the impact of cold weather on electric fence chargers and learn how to protect and maintain them for optimal performance. Discover which insulators are the best option for your specific fence and management situation Learn the importance of proper corner design for fence durability and how to implement it to ensure the longevity of your fencing system. My special guest is Buddy Rowlett We're excited to have Buddy Rowlett, the Director of Sales at Gallagher Animal Management, join us on the podcast today. Hailing from the town of Richmond, Kansas, Buddy and his wife run their own Angus cowherd. This means they have hands-on experience dealing with the trials and tribulations of winter cattle management. With Buddy's expertise, we're going to delve into the world of winter fencing and learn how to design fences that can withstand the harshest winter conditions while still allowing for efficient grazing. His practical knowledge and personal experience make him the go-to person for improving winter cattle management. So, get ready to gather some insightful tips and strategies to keep your cattle happy and well-managed during the winter months. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:02 - Introduction 00:01:37 - Background and Location 00:02:49 - Importance of Winter Fencing 00:04:43 - Impact on Energizers 00:07:23 - Corner Design and Insulators Links: Full Show Notes: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes  Free Weekly Resources: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ranching-resources  Gallagher Products: https://am.gallagher.com/en-US • The easiest way to create a new revenue stream for your ranch is with LandTrust. Learn more here! www.landtrust.com/a/cattleconvos  Take Your Ranch to the Next Level Once a month Shaye hosts Q&A calls between cattle producers and beef industry leaders to help ranchers find answers to their questions and improve their bottom lines. The best part is you get expert insight from the comfort of your own ranch and get to ask any question you want relating to the topic! Learn More About RancherMinds: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ranchermind-events  Connect with me on Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleconvos Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleconvos/ Podcast Coaching Do you have an existing podcast or want to start a new one but don't know where to start? Connect with Shaye and she will lay out everything you need to know to get you started on the right foot. Book a one-time coaching call using this link: https://calendly.com/cattleconvos/podcast-coaching  Interested in a coaching package? Email Shaye at [email protected] and tell her about the podcast you want to start!