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Ranchonomics

Ranchonomics

By: John Haskell Ranch Right LLC
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Welcome to Ranchonomics! Where we empower you to build a better ranch and transform your operation into a thriving business. This podcast is brought to you by Ranch Right LLC, and together we will look at essential strategies, mindsets, and processes needed to take command of your financials and master the business metrics that make all the difference. If you are ready to start winning at ranching, then you are in the right spot. With each episode of Ranchonomics, you will hear inspiring success stories, gain simple yet powerful financial literacy tips, and listen to insightful interviews with industry experts and real-life practitioners. Whether you are a seasoned rancher or just starting out, we believe that managing a ranch shouldn't mean drowning in paperwork or missing out on valuable opportunities. Our mission is to help you see the link between your daily ranching operations and your financials that allow you to go from chaos to clarity and achieve your goals. Join us as we explore the intersection of ranching and finance, helping you understand your numbers and make informed decisions that propel your business forward. Subscribe now and start your path to a more profitable, less stressful ranching experience with Ranchonomics. It's time to harness the full potential of your operation.Copyright 2026 John Haskell, Ranch Right LLC Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Personal Finance
Episodes
  • Ben Habig — 45 Goats, a Rented Duplex, and a Business Nobody Else Was Building [Ranchonomics Stories Ep 4]

    Ben Habig — 45 Goats, a Rented Duplex, and a Business Nobody Else Was Building [Ranchonomics Stories Ep 4]
    Jul 2 2026
    In this episode of Ranchonomics Stories, John Haskell sits down with Ben Habig to share the unconventional path that led him from a rented duplex and a small herd of goats to building a prescribed grazing business in Montana. Along the way, Ben navigated multiple pivots, including growing and selling a goat enterprise, moving more than 1,500 miles across the country, working as an employee to gain experience and create new opportunities, and ultimately launching a business focused on helping landowners manage invasive weeds through targeted grazing.The conversation explores the realities of entrepreneurship, including risk, uncertainty, relocation, and the constant need to adapt while building a business nobody else was building. Ben reflects on lessons learned from entering unfamiliar environments, building new relationships, finding opportunities where others saw obstacles, and creating a scalable business model from the ground up. More than anything, this episode is a story about persistence, flexibility, and being willing to evolve your vision while staying committed to the larger goal.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:How Ben went from 45 goats and a rented duplex to building a prescribed grazing businessWhy selling a successful goat operation created new opportunities instead of ending the journeyThe challenges and rewards of moving 1,500 miles to pursue a new visionHow prescribed grazing became the foundation for a scalable business modelLessons learned from adapting to a completely different climate, landscape, and production environmentWhy relationships, mentors, and professional networks accelerate opportunityHow Ben and his wife Lauren have navigated entrepreneurship as partners with complementary strengthsConnect with Ben:Check out his websiteFollow on Instagram @habiglivestockFollow on FacebookSubscribe on YouTubeConnect with Ranch Right:Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc Follow on Facebook Check out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars hereResources & Links:Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More Ranching for Profit Ranching.FYI Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLCMentioned in this episode:At Ranch Right, we help producers build clarity around cash flow, margins, and risk so the decisions we talk about on Ranchonomics actually work in the real world. If you want fewer surprises and more control, that’s where to start. Click below to book a call today.Book a free discovery call
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    46 mins
  • 104. You Can’t Build a Sustainable Ranch on Unsustainable Effort — Josh Lucas

    104. You Can’t Build a Sustainable Ranch on Unsustainable Effort — Josh Lucas
    Jun 30 2026
    Burnout, stress, and mental health are not topics often discussed in ranching, but they affect nearly every producer at some point. In this episode, John Haskell sits down with Vermont rancher Josh Lucas to discuss the realities of balancing business ownership, family responsibilities, and the pressures that come with building a ranch. Josh shares his personal experience with burnout, a panic attack that forced him to reevaluate his approach to work, and the lessons he learned about sustainability beyond the balance sheet.The conversation explores the connection between mental well-being, relationships, leadership, and business performance. Josh explains why caring for yourself is not selfish, how financial stress can compound burnout, and why sustainable businesses require sustainable effort. They also discuss the importance of focusing on what you can control, building strong support systems, and recognizing that no one succeeds alone.Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!In this episode, we cover:Josh's experience with burnout and what led to a panic attackHow family responsibilities and business growth can compound stressWhy caring for yourself is essential to caring for othersThe relationship between mental health, leadership, and ranch profitabilityHow the "circles of control" framework can reduce overwhelmWhy financial stress often drives burnout and poor decision-makingThe importance of mentors, friendships, and having someone to call when life gets difficultConnect with Josh:Follow on FacebookConnect with Ranch Right:Subscribe on YouTube Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc Follow on Facebook Check out the websiteCheck out all of our past webinars hereResources & Links:7 Habits Of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. CoveyFor the Love of Land by Jim Howell12 Rules for Life by Jordan B. PetersonBook a Free Discovery Call to Learn More Ranching for Profit Ranching.FYI Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLCMentioned in this episode:At Ranch Right, we help producers build clarity around cash flow, margins, and risk so the decisions we talk about on Ranchonomics actually work in the real world. If you want fewer surprises and more control, that’s where to start. Click below to book a call today.Book a free discovery call
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    25 mins
  • Roger & Betsy Indreland — Decades of Grit, Learning & Building Something That Lasts [Ranchonomics Stories Ep 3]

    Roger & Betsy Indreland — Decades of Grit, Learning & Building Something That Lasts [Ranchonomics Stories Ep 3]
    Jun 25 2026

    In this episode of Ranchonomics Stories, John Haskell and Wally Olson sit down with Roger and Betsy Indreland to share the story of building a ranching operation over nearly five decades. Starting with just 13 bred heifers in 1977, Roger pursued a lifelong dream of ranching, gradually growing the business through persistence, continuous learning, and a willingness to embrace new opportunities. Along the way, Roger and Betsy navigated expansion, changing markets, family transitions, and the many challenges that come with building a business over time.

    The conversation explores the role of education, mentorship, relationships, and long-term thinking in creating lasting success. Roger and Betsy reflect on lessons learned from decades of grit in the cattle business, the importance of staying curious and adaptable, and why opportunities still exist for people willing to get started today. More than anything, their story is a reminder that meaningful success is rarely built overnight, but through years of persistence, improvement, and commitment to a vision.

    Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode!

    In this episode, we cover:

    • How Roger grew from 13 bred heifers to a 12,000-acre ranching operation
    • The role of passion, persistence, and continuous improvement in long-term success
    • Why education and professional development accelerated their growth
    • Lessons learned about leasing land, building relationships, and finding opportunities
    • How Roger and Betsy are approaching succession and the future of the ranch
    • Why young producers don't necessarily need to own land to get started
    • The importance of starting where you are and building over time

    Connect with Roger and Betsy:

    • Check out their website
    • Follow on Facebook

    Connect with Ranch Right:

    • Subscribe on YouTube
    • Follow on Instagram @ranchrightllc
    • Follow on Facebook
    • Check out the website
    • Check out all of our past webinars here

    Resources & Links:

    • Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More
    • Ranching for Profit
    • Ranching.FYI
    • Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC

    Mentioned in this episode:

    At Ranch Right, we help producers build clarity around cash flow, margins, and risk so the decisions we talk about on Ranchonomics actually work in the real world. If you want fewer surprises and more control, that’s where to start. Click below to book a call today.

    Book a free discovery call
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    44 mins
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