Advertise on podcast: From the Pasture with Hired Hand

In this episode, we sit down with Scott Kinsel of Blue Duck Farm, located about an hour outside of Houston, Texas. While Scott and his family spend most of their time in the city, Blue Duck has become their place to slow down, decompress, and enjoy life on the ranch. Scott is still relatively new to the Texas Longhorn industry, having started Blue Duck Farm just a year and a half ago. He shares how the journey began, what it was like attending his first Longhorn sale at the Fiesta Sale, and how those early purchases have grown into the herd he has today. We also talk about Scott’s passion for data and how he uses it to learn more about the breed, his horn prediction tool, and make decisions within his program. . Along the way, he shares his love of photography, the story behind the Blue Duck Farm name, and what he has discovered during his first few years in the Longhorn community. It’s a conversation about starting from scratch, learning as you go, and creating a place where family, cattle, creativity, and a little escape from everyday life can all come together. Blue Duck Farm: https://www.blueduckfarmtx.com/ Scott Kinsel Photography: https://scottkinsel.com/#/ Websites Mentioned: New Age Cattle Co: http://www.newagecattlecompany.com/ 3J Texas Longhorns: http://www.3jtexaslonghorns.com/ Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this Monday Mini, we’re recapping the Millennium Futurity Heifer Sale held October 16 in Lexington, Kentucky. We take a look at the sale results, highlight some of the top-selling heifers, and talk through the numbers and trends that stood out from the event. It’s a quick breakdown of how the sale came together and which lots made the biggest impression. We also go over the latest NLFR standings and where things currently sit as the season continues. If you like keeping up with Longhorn sale results, market movement, and the latest NLFR updates, this Monday Mini has you covered. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with Ann Gravett of G&G Longhorns for a preview of the 2026 Millennium Futurity in Lexington, Kentucky. Ann walks us through what breeders and attendees can expect from this year’s event, including a strong group of young Texas Longhorns, an experienced panel of judges, larger payouts, and a full weekend built around cattle, competition, and community. We also talk about the continued growth of the futurity scene, the addition of new partners, the support of sponsors, and the energy surrounding the Longhorn market right now. And of course, we touch on one of the Millennium’s favorite traditions—the annual Selling of the Rooster. Whether this is your first Millennium Futurity or one you look forward to every year, this episode is a great way to get ready for the weekend in Lexington and hear more about the history, excitement, and people behind the event. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this Monday Mini, we’re recapping a busy weekend in the Longhorn world with a look at the ITLA Sale and the B&C Fall Classic. We break down the sale results, highlight some of the top lots and standout numbers, and talk through a few of the trends and takeaways from both events. We also share an update on the NLFR, including where things currently stand and what to watch for next. If you like quick sale recaps, market stats, and staying caught up on what’s happening around the Longhorn industry, this Monday Mini has you covered. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with sale host Shawn Sayre for a preview of the B&C Show-Me Fall Longhorns Sale, happening October 10 at the New Cambria Livestock Market in Missouri. Shawn walks us through the schedule of events, what buyers and breeders can expect throughout the day, and some of the standout lots being offered in this year’s sale. We also talk about the variety of cattle in the lineup and what makes the Show-Me Fall Sale a great stop for Longhorn enthusiasts looking to add quality genetics to their herd. If you’re planning to attend in person or follow the sale from afar, this episode is a great way to get familiar with the event, the cattle, and what to watch for on sale day. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with sale host Gary Lake for a preview of the upcoming ITLA Championship Show, Convention, and Donation Heifer Sale in Glen Rose, Texas. The Donation Heifer Sale will be held on October 8 and features 10 lots, with every heifer generously donated in support of the event and organization. Gary walks us through each of the lots, shares more about the cattle being offered, and gives us a closer look at what makes this sale unique. We also go over the full schedule of events for the ITLA Championship Show and Convention, so whether you’re coming for the cattle, the sale, the competition, or the community, this episode will help you know what to expect. If you’re heading to Glen Rose or following along from home, this is a great preview of the weekend and the donated cattle that will be going through the sale ring. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this week’s post-sale recap takes a look back at the TLBAA Horn Showcase Sale held this past weekend in Oklahoma. We cover the top-selling lots, key sale highlights, and where buyer interest showed up throughout the event. We also provide an update on the NLFR standings through September and take a quick look at how things are shaping up as the season moves forward. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Marti for a preview of the 2026 TLBAA Horn Showcase weekend and take a closer look at one of the Longhorn industry’s most anticipated events of the year. Since the first Horn Showcase in 2000, the event has continued to grow, bringing together breeders, exhibitors, sponsors, and some of the best Texas Longhorn genetics in the industry. Matt walks us through the history of the event, the importance of horn measurements, and what breeders can expect from this year’s weekend. A major highlight is the Select Sale on Friday, October 2 at 2:00 p.m., featuring everything from young heifers with exciting genetics to proven producers ready to strengthen a herd. We also talk about Bred and Owned consignments, parent-verified cattle, DNA-marked animals, Bull Alley connections, and the quality breeders have brought forward for this year’s sale. If you’re heading to the event or following along from home, this episode is a great way to get ready for the 2026 TLBAA Horn Showcase. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we head to the Texas Hill Country to visit with Kathy Palladini of Double K Longhorns. Kathy and her husband, Keith, run a 2,000-acre operation just outside Junction, Texas, where they raise registered Texas Longhorns with an emphasis on the whole animal. Kathy shares the story behind their breeding program, the traits they value in their cattle, and what goes into building a herd with purpose. She also talks about another passion that has grown alongside the ranch—photography. With a talent for capturing the beauty and character of Longhorns, Kathy has built a canvas art business that brings her creative eye and cattle operation together. It’s a conversation about breeding better cattle, seeing the beauty in the details, and turning a love for Longhorns into something even bigger. Double K Longhorns: https://www.doubleklonghorns.com/Home Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoubleKLonghorns# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dbl_k_longhorns/ Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this week’s post-sale recap takes a look back at the Summit Sale held this past weekend in Utah. We cover the top-selling lots, key sale highlights, and where buyer interest showed up throughout the event. We also provide an update on the NLFR standings through September and take a quick look at how things are shaping up as the season moves forward. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with Kory Wayment and Joanna Howard for a preview of the very first Summit Sale, happening September 17–19 in Tremonton, Utah. Kory and Joanna walk us through a full weekend built around great cattle, competition, and community. Thursday kicks things off with a dinner and social, followed by breakfast and a trap shoot on Friday, the futurity at 3 p.m., and an evening dinner and concert. On Saturday, the Summit Sale begins at 1 p.m., with a final dinner and social to close out the weekend. We also talk about what went into creating a brand-new Longhorn event, what attendees can expect in its inaugural year, and the excitement surrounding the cattle and breeders coming together in Utah. If you’re headed to Tremonton or following the sale from afar, this episode is your preview of the first-ever Summit Sale and everything planned for the weekend. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this Monday Mini, we’re recapping the 2026 G&G Fall Classic in Culpeper, Virginia and breaking down the numbers from the weekend. We take a look at the highest-selling lots, top bids, sale averages, and other stats that stood out, along with a few of the cattle and moments that caught our attention.  If you enjoy digging into sale results and seeing how the numbers stack up, this recap gives you a quick look at how the weekend came together. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this Monday Mini, we’re breaking down the numbers from this past weekend’s Butler Breeder’s Invitational Sale. We take a closer look at the sale results, including the highest-selling lots, top bids, averages, and other stats that stood out from the weekend.  If you enjoy digging into Longhorn sale results and comparing the numbers behind the cattle, this Monday Mini is for you. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with Ann Gravett of G&G Longhorns for a preview of the 2026 G&G Fall Classic in Culpeper, Virginia. Ann walks us through what breeders and buyers can expect from this year’s event, from a strong lineup of consignments coming in from across the country to a competitive futurity filled with exceptional animals.  If you’re headed to Culpeper or planning to follow the sale from afar, this episode is a great way to get familiar with the weekend, the cattle, and everything surrounding the 2026 G&G Fall Classic. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed

In this episode, we sit down with Jason Christa of Christa Cattle Company for a preview of the 2026 Butler Breeder’s Invitational and 29th Annual Sale in Lockhart, Texas. Jason walks us through the weekend schedule and highlights some of the outstanding lots being offered, from promising young heifers and proven mature cows to herd sire prospects with the potential to make an impact. We also talk about what makes Butler genetics so important to the Texas Longhorn breed and why this sale continues to draw breeders who value history, consistency, and quality cattle. Whether you are attending in person or following along through Hired Hand Live Bidding, this episode is a great way to get familiar with the sale, the cattle, and what to watch for this weekend. Send us Fan Mail From the Pasture with Hired Hand: Hired Hand Websites (@hiredhandwebsites): https://hiredhandsoftware.com Hired Hand Live (@hiredhandlive): https://hiredhandlive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiredhandwebsites/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HiredHandSoftware TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiredhandwebsites Newsletter: https://www.hiredhandsoftware.com/resources/stay-informed