Episode 215 - Beer, Beef, and Baling Hay: Summer Update with John E

This week, Valene flies solo and brings on a familiar and special guest: her husband, John.Together, they give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at life on their farm right now: second cutting hay, Coors barley maturing, cows on public lands, and managing pink eye in the herd. John explains the unique tools they use for treating cattle on desert range, how barley quality is measured, and why chopped hay has been a game changer for their operation.They also dive into insights from the recent Coors field day—covering everything from Yellowstone’s impact on Coors Original demand, to barley breeding for drought tolerance, stronger stems, and maximizing barrels of beer per acre.This is an honest, educational, and down-to-earth conversation about resilience in farming, innovation in ag, and the rewards of sticking with it through tough times.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! Connect with Valene & Katharine:Follow us on Instagram @millennial_agCheck out our websiteEmail us at [email protected] us on X/Twitter @millennial_agFollow us on TikTok @millennial.agResources & Links:Episode 179 - Whiskey Hour with the Real Ones: A Damn Cool Life We Live with John CauhornOur sponsor, Peacock TechnologyOur sponsor, AGPRO