Jace Thompson wasn't always an auctioneer despite starting his chant at just five years old. His journey was forged in the back pens of livestock sale barns before shifting to being on the auction block. However, winning the World Livestock Auctioneer Championship at just 24 years old in 2026 has offered him a new leadership opportunity for the next generation. Thompson talks about what it means to become the first father-son duo to earn the World Champion title with his dad Ty Thompson and gives his advice for those navigating the ups and downs of the cattle industry. 

Then hear from your favorite broadcasters diving in to new executive orders signed by President Trump, rallies in the wheat markets, and of course week 1 of the NFL season! It all happens here, on Next Year Country.

Jace Thompson wasn't always an auctioneer despite starting his chant at just five years old. His journey was forged in the back pens of livestock sale barns before shifting to being on the auction block. However, winning the World Livestock Auctioneer Championship at just 24 years old in 2026 has offered him a new leadership opportunity for the next generation. Thompson talks about what it means to become the first father-son duo to earn the World Champion title with his dad Ty Thompson and gives his advice for those navigating the ups and downs of the cattle industry.&nbsp;
Then hear from your favorite broadcasters diving in to new executive orders signed by President Trump, rallies in the wheat markets, and of course week 1 of the NFL season! It all happens here, on Next Year Country.

Welcome to the Next Year Country podcast powered by the Northern Ag Network.

Out here, we call it "Next Year Country"...a mindset built on hard work, resilience, and the belief that better days are ahead.

Each week Colton Young, Colter Brown, and Andy Schwab sit down to discuss the biggest issues affecting agriculture in Montana, Wyoming and the Western Dakotas.

From the latest headlines to market trends and the voices driving the industry forward, this is your front row seat to what’s shaping agriculture today, and what’s coming next.

Welcome to the Next Year Country podcast powered by the Northern Ag Network.
Out here, we call it "Next Year Country"...a mindset built on hard work, resilience, and the belief that better days are ahead.
Each week Colton Young, Colter Brown, and Andy Schwab sit down to discuss the biggest issues affecting agriculture in Montana, Wyoming and the Western Dakotas.
From the latest headlines to market trends and the voices driving the industry forward, this is your front row seat to what&rsquo;s shaping agriculture today, and what&rsquo;s coming next.

Next Year Country

Welcome to the Next Year Country podcast powered by the Northern Ag Network.

Out here, we call it "Next Year Country"...a mindset built on hard work, resilience, and the belief that better days are ahead.

Each week Colton Young, Colter Brown, and Andy Schwab sit down to discuss the biggest issues affecting agriculture in Montana, Wyoming and the Western Dakotas.

From the latest headlines to market trends and the voices driving the industry forward, this is your front row seat to what’s shaping agriculture today, and what’s coming next.

 

 

Welcome to the Next Year Country podcast powered by the Northern Ag Network.
Out here, we call it "Next Year Country"...a mindset built on hard work, resilience, and the belief that better days are ahead.
Each week Colton Young, Colter Brown, and Andy Schwab sit down to discuss the biggest issues affecting agriculture in Montana, Wyoming and the Western Dakotas.
From the latest headlines to market trends and the voices driving the industry forward, this is your front row seat to what&rsquo;s shaping agriculture today, and what&rsquo;s coming next.
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The Journey of World Champion Auctioneer Jace Thompson

Have you ever wondered if you're truly choosing the right genetics for peak performance out of your herd?

In this episode of Next Year Country, the crew visits with Leoma Donsbach, rancher and owner of Data Genie LLC. Leoma dives in to the true value of genomic testing, choosing the right replacement females, and the right bulls for your herd, along with how to properly use the data to better your operation. 

We'll also discuss the recent Cattle on Feed report, visit the wheat markets as fall planting gets underway, hear the broadcasters speculate on total harvested acres for wheat and barley, and of course a good dose of NFL happenings!

It's all right here on Next Year Country.

Have you ever wondered if you're truly choosing the right genetics for peak performance out of your herd?
In this episode of Next Year Country, the crew visits with Leoma Donsbach, rancher and owner of Data Genie LLC. Leoma dives in to the true value of genomic testing, choosing the right replacement females, and the right bulls for your herd, along with how to properly use the data to better your operation.&nbsp;
We'll also discuss the recent Cattle on Feed report, visit the wheat markets as fall planting gets underway, hear the broadcasters speculate on total harvested acres for wheat and barley, and of course a good dose of NFL happenings!
It's all right here on Next Year Country.

Finding the Genetic Potential in Your Herd with Genomic Testing

This week on Next Year Country, we’re joined by Beaverhead County rancher Koy Holland and Pat Fosse of the Southwest Montana Sagebrush Partnership.

Koy shares the Holland family’s experience navigating wildfires this summer, along with their move toward virtual fencing and the importance of bringing the next generation into the ranching business.

It’s a conversation about adapting to challenges, embracing new ideas, and keeping the family ranch moving forward.

Then stay tuned to hear about the latest developments with the farm bill, MSU's steer-a-year program, an update on the grain markets, the report on the Wyoming Ram Sale, and the guys share a few thoughts on the cattle cycle and what the next few months may hold for the cattle market.

This week on Next Year Country, we&rsquo;re joined by Beaverhead County rancher Koy Holland and Pat Fosse of the Southwest Montana Sagebrush Partnership.
Koy shares the Holland family&rsquo;s experience navigating wildfires this summer, along with their move toward virtual fencing and the importance of bringing the next generation into the ranching business.
It&rsquo;s a conversation about adapting to challenges, embracing new ideas, and keeping the family ranch moving forward.
Then stay tuned to hear about the latest developments with the farm bill, MSU's steer-a-year program, an update on the grain markets, the report on the Wyoming Ram Sale, and the guys share a few thoughts on the cattle cycle and what the next few months may hold for the cattle market.

Wildfire, Virtual Fencing, and the Future of Ranching

The Summer of ’26 has brought no shortage of news, headlines, and miles on the road!

In this episode of Next Year Country, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte joins us in studio for a wide ranging conversation on some of the biggest issues facing Montanans. We discuss grizzly bear management, APR grazing allotment rulings, his 56-county tour, and what could be on the table heading into the 2027 legislative session.

We’ll also break down some of the latest headlines impacting the cattle industry, including the USDA’s new Ranchers First Initiative and the RANCH Act.

And, of course, no fall episode would be complete without a little football. With the NFL season less than a week away, the broadcasters bring plenty of hot takes, early Super Bowl predictions, sleeper teams, and more as they dive into their second love behind agriculture, Carrie Underwood's Sunday Night Football. 

From Montana politics to cattle markets and football predictions, it’s all covered this week on Next Year Country!

The Summer of &rsquo;26 has brought no shortage of news, headlines, and miles on the road!
In this episode of Next Year Country, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte joins us in studio for a wide ranging conversation on some of the biggest issues facing Montanans. We discuss grizzly bear management, APR grazing allotment rulings, his 56-county tour, and what could be on the table heading into the 2027 legislative session.
We&rsquo;ll also break down some of the latest headlines impacting the cattle industry, including the USDA&rsquo;s new Ranchers First Initiative and the RANCH Act.
And, of course, no fall episode would be complete without a little football. With the NFL season less than a week away, the broadcasters bring plenty of hot takes, early Super Bowl predictions, sleeper teams, and more as they dive into their second love behind agriculture, Carrie Underwood's Sunday Night Football.&nbsp;
From Montana politics to cattle markets and football predictions, it&rsquo;s all covered this week on Next Year Country!

The Journey of World Champion Auctioneer Jace Thompson

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