In the third and final portion of their conversation, Sam Middleton and John Welch talk about the impact of historically high cattle prices and the challenges facing producers moving forward.
Ranch Talk With Sam Middleton: Episode Two
21 May 2026
In this episode, Sam Middleton continues his conversation with longtime friend John Welch. Who is an experienced cattle rancher, ranch executive, and former cattle market analyst, about why he remains optimistic about the future of the cattle industry despite ongoing challenges.
Sam Middleton visits with John Welch, a longtime friend, cattle rancher, and former cattle market analyst, and past president of the Spade Ranches, about the unprecedented rise in cattle prices and what may lie ahead for the beef industry.
Owning Your Piece of Texas: Key Laws Texas Landowners NEED To Know
13 Apr 2026
“For a few precious moments…I’m back in Old Texas, under a high sky, where all things are again possible, and the wind blows free.” – Larry L. King
By: Tiffany Dowell Lashmet
Professor & Extension Specialist
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension The
Texas A&M University System
Swapping Dirt tells the compelling story of the Middleton family’s pioneering journey to West Texas, their instrumental role in founding Lubbock, and the first ranch sale of 1920.
To Fish or Not to Fish?
07 Jun 2023
Tips on assessing the current fish in a stock tank or pond and how to restock for long-term fishing enjoyment.
Many big game hunters have a lot of money invested in modern muzzleloaders. Hours are spent at the range working out which powders and bullets or sabots work the best for a particular rifle.
