Data over Doubt: Modernizing Ranch Operations with AgriWebb

In this episode of the AgWeek Podcast, host Al Winmill sits down with Stephanie Teskey, Strategic Partnerships Manager at AgriWebb and a sixth-generation rancher from Camp Verde, Arizona. Steph bridges the gap between traditional ranching heritage and modern agtech, sharing how moving away from the pocket notebook to digital record-keeping removes emotional bias, helps identify underperforming "freeloader" cattle, and boosts ranch profitability. In this episode, we cover: Life & Culinary Arts: Steph's balancing act between managing cattle in the Arizona heat and baking elaborate wedding cakes—including her own homemade lavender, thyme, rosemary, and honey-buttercream cake. The Transition to Digital: Why offline functionality is critical for rural producers without reliable internet (and how Starlink fits into the mix). Data-Driven Decisions: Using herd metrics to uncover calving interval issues, evaluate bull selection, and make smarter culling decisions. Industry "Hot Takes" & Advocacy: Why relying solely on intuition is a liability for succession planning, bridging the communication gap around corporate sustainability, and using public interest in food supply chains to tell the rancher's story. Support & Financial Incentives: How programs like the Legacy Landscapes Program and Ranching for the Future provide subsidized access to technology and technical assistance for operations across Arizona, New Mexico, Kansas, Nebraska, and Texas. Data Ownership: Why AgriWebb ensures producers retain 100% ownership and control of their operational metrics. Real-World ROI: A Wyoming case study detailing how one producer achieved a 42% improvement in relative weaning percentage and a 75-pound increase in steer weaning weights. Show Notes & Links Guest: Stephanie Teskey (Strategic Partnerships Manager at AgriWebb) Featured Resource: Visit AgriWebb.com (remember: two B's!) to schedule a custom demo or start a free trial. Local Brewery Shoutout: Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. Programs Mentioned: Legacy Landscapes Program & Ranching for the Future initiative.