In this episode of the Over the Hump podcast, Keaton Dodd interviews Ray and Ryan Salinas of Salinas Ranch. The discussion journeys through the history and operational insights of Salinas Ranch, touching upon topics such as polled Brahman cattle, their approach to cattle breeding, and the importance of maternal merit and functionality. The Salinas share anecdotes about their journey, the genetic evolution of their herd, and their thoughts on the future of Brahman breeding. Emphasis is placed on the move towards polled genetics and the practical benefits they offer. The episode concludes with reflections on the broader challenges and opportunities within the Brahman breed.00:00 Welcome and Introduction of Special Guests00:49 History and Background of Salinas Ranch02:18 The Brahman Bug and Early Ranching Days03:26 The Visionary Drawing and Realizing the Dream04:46 Re-entering the Brahman Breeding World06:40 Acquiring and Building the Herd12:17 The Shift to Polled Cattle15:08 Challenges and Successes in Polled Breeding22:09 Focus on Fertility and Functionality25:24 Marketing and Avoiding the Show Ring30:17 Discussing Polled Gene Testing and Irregularities30:35 DNA Testing Methods and Challenges31:02 Understanding Polled Gene Variants32:35 Breeding Outcomes and Genetic Variability35:45 The Importance of Complete Animals in Breeding37:22 Challenges and Misconceptions in Polled Breeding42:02 Future of the Brahman Breed48:14 Pet Peeves in the Brahman Business52:10 Favorite Brahman Animals of All Time55:44 Final Thoughts and Shameless Plugs

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