Ranch It Up Radio Show & Podcast

Episode Summary: "Repeal Of BLM Public Lands Rule & Record Breaking Cattle Prices"

Date: September 12, 2025
Hosts: Jeff "Tigger" Erhardt & Rebecca "BEC" Wanner

Episode Overview

This episode focuses on two major topics impacting the American ranching and agricultural sector:

1. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) starting the process to repeal the Biden-era Public Lands Rule, which has significant implications for family ranchers and multiple rural industries.
2. Unprecedented, record-breaking cattle prices, with standout sales from Harriet Livestock in South Dakota making history.

Throughout the episode, Tigger and BEC speak directly to ranchers and rural stakeholders, keeping the tone authentic, informative, and tuned to the Western way of life.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. BLM Public Lands Rule Repeal

• Background:
  • The BLM has moved to rescind the controversial Public Lands Rule from the Biden administration.
• Stakeholder Pushback:
  • The National Cattleman's Beef Association (NCBA) and the Public Lands Council, joined by several other major agriculture and energy organizations, challenged the rule in court.
  • Their core objection: The rule "violated the multi-use mandate" of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act (FLPMA) of 1976, threatening to exclude family ranchers and other permitted users from access to public lands.
  • List of Joining Stakeholders:
    • American Farm Bureau Federation
    • American Exploration and Mining Association
    • American Forest Resource Council
    • American Petroleum Institute
    • American Sheep Industry Association
    • National Mining Association
    • National Rural Electric Cooperative Association
    • Natrona County Farm and Ranch Bureau
    • Western Energy Alliance
    • Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation
• Key Quote:
  • [01:15] Jeff "Tigger" Erhardt:

    "Multiple stakeholders voiced their concerns that this rule clearly violated the Multi use mandate under the Federal Land Policy and management act of 1976."

2. Record-Breaking Cattle Prices

• Market Update:
  • September sees "record-breaking" cattle prices across the US, making it difficult for even seasoned professionals to keep up with rapid changes.
  • Major Market Movement:
    • At Harriet Livestock in South Dakota, five groups of ten-weight steers are now among the top six highest-priced ten-weight cattle sales in US history.
  • Historic Sale:
    • Top sale: 174 head of 1,002-pound steers sold for $3,565 each, totaling $3,572.13 per head.
• Key Quote:
  • [02:10] Jeff "Tigger" Erhardt:

    "Leading the charge were 174 head of a thousand weight, actually 1,002 pound steers. Bringing y'all ready for this? $3,565. That's $3,572.13."

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:15] BLM Public Lands Rule Repeal – Stakeholder opposition and legal action
• [01:50] Record-breaking cattle market update – Historic sales at Harriet Livestock

Memorable Moments & Notable Quotes

• [01:15] Jeff "Tigger" Erhardt on the BLM rule:

  "Multiple stakeholders voiced their concerns that this rule clearly violated the multi use mandate under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976."

• [02:10] Jeff "Tigger" Erhardt on cattle sales:

  "174 head of a thousand weight, actually 1,002 pound steers. Bringing y'all ready for this? $3,565. That's $3,572.13 and that is your ranch. It up Heard it here weekly recap."

Tone & Language

• The hosts use practical, direct, and down-to-earth language, tailored for ranchers and those deeply embedded in rural ways of life.
• The episode maintains an urgent and optimistic tone, focusing on actionable news and industry triumphs.

In Summary

This tightly packed episode gives listeners a crucial update on the status of federal policy affecting grazing lands and celebrates historic highs in the cattle market. Tigger and BEC's insights help connect the dots between policy, markets, and daily ranching realities—arming the rural community with the knowledge and pride it needs to succeed.