Ranch Insight: Sheep Industry Takeaways for Beef Producers

What can the beef industry learn from the rise and decline of the sheep industry?In this final episode of the Rural Resilience webinar series, we are bringing you a replay of a live conversation with Brent Roeder, Montana State University Extension sheep specialist. Brent has spent his career in the sheep business, and in this talk he shares hard-earned lessons from decades of change, including global competition, shifting consumer demand, labor challenges, technology, and industry structure.More importantly, Brent draws some striking parallels between the sheep and beef industries. These are trends he believes cattle producers should be paying close attention to.This episode is the audio from a recorded webinar. If you would like to watch the full presentation, including slides and audience discussion, check out the link below.Watch the full webinar:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNmpuli86GMIn this episode, we cover:The rise and decline of the U.S. sheep industryKey moments that reshaped the industry over timeGlobal markets, imports, and price pressureDifferences in efficiency between sheep and beef productionThe role of consumer demand and retail spaceTechnology, genetics, and industry innovationWhat the beef industry can learn before history repeats itselfAbout the Guest:Brent Roeder is the Montana State University Extension Sheep and Wool Specialist and supervisor of the Montana Wool Lab. His work focuses on improving profitability, wool quality, and lamb production, while applying new technology to practical ranch management.About the Series:This episode is part of the 4-part Rural Resilience webinar series hosted by the Ranchers Stewardship Alliance, focused on practical tools, technology, and insights for ranchers navigating change.Stay Connected:For more resources, upcoming events, and additional webinars, visit the Ranchers Stewardship AllianceEnjoying the podcast?Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to the Ranch Stewards Podcast. It helps us keep these conversations going and reach more folks in the ag community.Support the showThe Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA) is a rancher-led, grassroots organization, dedicated to improving the quality of life for rural communities throughout the Northern Great Plains. Through collaborative conservation projects, rancher education events, and local community outreach, RSA works to strengthen our rural community, economy, and culture for generations to come.For more on the Ranchers Stewardship Alliance, head to www.RanchStewards.org and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Your feedback is always welcome. Email [email protected]. Want to support our mission? Visit www.ranchstewards.org/support.