Plains on Fire: March 30, 2026 National Field Report
A real-time accounting of who is hurting, where the pressure is coming from, and where support needs to land before more operations liquidate.
Trent Loos Exposes the Truth Behind the Maude Family Arrest: Here's What Happened
In 2024, Charles and Heather Maude were arrested in front of their young children over a fence line dispute and accused of stealing federal land. Now, with charges dropped by the Trump administration, Dakota Trails and Tales host Trent Loos is asking the deeper questions. He points to a troubling pattern of executive overreach that led to the ordeal in the first place.
Sovereign Health vs. One Health: Ranchers and Researchers Build a New Path Forward
The fight for health sovereignty begins with food. In this conversation with Health Revival Partners, ranchers and researchers reject the global One Health agenda and offer a grounded, local-first alternative. Sovereign Health is rising—from the soil to the soul.
Ranching Reimagined: Sovereign Health Framework vs. One Health—The Battle for Food Sovereignty
The battle for food sovereignty is heating up as the Sovereign Health Framework challenges the top-down control of the One Health Framework. In this critical discussion, Texas Slim, RS "Ruffshot" June, Breeauna Sagdal, and Dr. Kat Lindley expose how corporate monopolies are centralizing agriculture, medicine, and food policy—while offering a rancher-led, decentralized alternative. From fighting mRNA in livestock to restoring local beef supply chains, this is a roadmap to reclaiming health, self-reliance, and the future of food.
Cattlemen United: RFID Mandates, Beef Checkoff Corruption, and the Fight to Restore American Beef
Independent ranchers and advocates came together in a powerful public forum to expose the threats facing American cattle producers and consumers. With voices like Texas Slim, Brett Kenzy, RanchMama Shanen, and Jeff Forrester leading the charge, the discussion peeled back the curtain on USDA RFID tag mandates, corruption within the Beef Checkoff program, and the ongoing struggle to restore truthful country-of-origin beef labeling. Hosted by DD1 and TennesseeTracy, this gathering highlighted the urgent need for both ranchers and consumers to take back control of their beef supply.
Legacy of the Land: Jason Wrich's Commitment to Tomorrow's Ranchers
Discover how Jason Wrich, a first-generation rancher in Colorado, is transforming regenerative agriculture through innovative practices and hands-on education. From launching an internship program funded by the I Am Texas Slim Foundation to offering premium pasture-raised beef and ranchhouse getaways, Jason’s vision blends tradition and sustainability. Explore the inspiring story of Wrich Ranches and learn how you can support this mission-driven rancher today.
Simple: A Path Back to the Land
Gratitude is thanking God after it happens. Faith is thanking God before it happens. Simple.
God Made a Farmer
Explore the enduring spirit of America's farmers through Texas Slim’s heartfelt reflection on heritage, grit, and the call to preserve our agricultural roots. This piece takes you back to a time when farmers were the backbone of a nation and reminds us that less than 2% of Americans can claim that legacy today. Discover what it truly means when Paul Harvey said, 'And God Made a Farmer.'
Critical Update from the Texas Panhandle: Ranchers in Desperate Need of Support
Natalie Meeks of Cattle Mafia and Lee Wells are rallying support for ranchers in the Texas Panhandle, who are facing bureaucratic failures amidst wildfire recovery efforts. With the I Am Texas Slim Foundation stepping in, they're delivering essential supplies and calling for urgent community action.
How Dare You Cross That Rubicon!
Texas Slim shares his no-holds-barred journey from the belly of the industrial cattle beast to leading a new vision for America’s ranchers and health. Learn how the Beef Initiative is battling corporate control, protecting independent ranchers, and healing the next generation. Are you ready to join the fight and refuse to cross the rubicon?
Bitcoin, Beef, and Decentralized Agriculture: Insights from the 2024 Nashville Bitcoin Conference
Discover how decentralized agriculture, powered by Bitcoin, is revolutionizing food sovereignty in the U.S. At the 2024 Bitcoin Conference, Texas Slim, Breeauna Sagdal, Elizabeth Murphy, and Cole Bolton unveil the future of decentralized agriculture. With America losing 27,000 farms annually, they explore how Bitcoin can empower ranchers, restore the value of land and cattle, and combat growing threats to our food supply. Learn how innovation and local partnerships are reshaping the way we feed the nation.
The Harvest of Deception: Rebuilding America’s Health and Agriculture from the Ground Up
Texas Slim exposes the deep-rooted issues in America’s food system, from failing soils to the metabolic health crisis in our children. His journey of healing leads to solutions for restoring ranching, empowering independent producers, and saving the next generation. Learn how to take action and be part of the movement to transform America’s food future.
Barriers to Market Access and Liquidity for Small Farms: A Deep Dive by Breeauna Sagdal
Discover the urgent challenges facing small farmers as Breeauna Sagdal exposes the barriers to market access created by centralized regulations. Uncover how the USDA's grip on the certification process is driving up consumer costs and threatening food sovereignty. Learn how we can take back control and support local, independent producers before it's too late. Watch now!
The Modern-Day Cattleman Way: From Subway Shadows to Texas Horizons
Follow the compelling journey from urban survival to the heart of Texas cattle country, where traditions are revived, lives are transformed, and the future of American ranching is shaped. Support the movement through sponsorships and map listings on BeefMaps.com.
Texas Fire Relief: Cattle Mafia, Unstoppable Community Resilience, and the Power of Service
Discover how Natalie Meeks of Cattle Mafia and others answered the call during Texas’s biggest wildfire. From the first responders to grassroots efforts, learn how community resilience and the power of service are reshaping our nation’s future.
Texas Fire Relief: Bearing Witness and the Fight for Disaster Recovery
From wildfires to cattle crises, do we know how to truly witness what's happening around us? It's time to pause, listen, and shake the hands of those who keep America fed. Discover the truth behind resilience, disaster, and our obligation to each other.
Through Fire and Wind: The Texas Panhandle's Enduring Spirit
When disaster struck, the Texas Panhandle didn’t falter. Texas Slim tells the story of a community bound by land, cattle, and an unbreakable will. Humanity, as always, shines in the hardest of times.
Whispers of the West Texas Wind
The Ogallala Aquifer is drying up, and land values are falling. Ranchers and local producers meet in Tulia to strategize. The fight for food sovereignty in West Texas continues.
Fight for Your Freedom with the Cattleman's Feast Special Guests!
Meet trailblazers like Texas Slim, Dennis Porter, Breeauna Sagdal, and Cole Bolton as they share insights on decentralized food systems, financial independence, and holistic health. Engage in dynamic discussions, savor the cleanest beef, and become part of a movement dedicated to sovereignty and community resilience. Don’t miss this unique event on July 26th-27th!
The Cattleman’s Feast at Bitcoin ‘24 Offers Inside Look At Decentralized Agribusiness Model
Experience the Food Revolution at Nashville’s Premier Event: July 26-27! Join The Beef Initiative to taste the cleanest beef in the nation and discover how Bitcoin can save family farms. Don't miss out on food, fun, and groundbreaking insights into food sovereignty!
Behind the Scenes: The Tomahawk Ribeye Eating Contest Boosting Local Ranchers
Discover the incredible impact of the Tomahawk Ribeye Eating Contest as it fuels the dreams of young ranchers like Emily. Uncover how the I Am Texas Slim Foundation is transforming local agriculture through this unique and thrilling event.
Leaning in on the messy parts
Ever felt out of place, as if you don't fit into a tidy box? Andrea from Pipcreek Farm shares her story of embracing life's contradictions. From childhood memories of storytelling to the gritty allure of rodeos, she explores the beauty in life's messy, overlapping narratives. Join her as she navigates the captivating, controversial world of rodeos, discovering the deep connections and community spirit that thrive amidst the chaos.
The Spirit of Servant Leadership
Amidst catastrophic winds and the resilience of the Texas Panhandle, Texas Slim urges us to embrace integrity and fortitude. Join him on this Modern-Day Cattle Drive, serve with purpose, and forge a legacy that withstands the storms.
Farmers v Biden: The Breaking Farm Credit Fiasco That Nobody is Prepared For
A lawsuit against President Biden exposes regulatory failures and predatory lending threatening America's farmers and food security.
The Cattle Industry Faces Economic Fascism and Invasive RFID Use. Here's the Insight.
Breeauna Sagdal explores the dangers to self-custody and food security. The Beef Initiative Model presents a robust solution.
RFID Tags in Cattle: Does Surveillance Equal Better Health?
USDA's RFID system in cattle fails post-processing, highlighting market manipulation and regulatory overreach.
Self-Custody: The Case for The Beef Initiative Model
From Roosevelt's 1933 National Industrial Recovery Act to today's surveillance of digital transactions and farm-to-table sales, the U.S. government has long manipulated markets under the guise of consumer protection.
Strength in Unity: Lee Wells' Leadership in the Texas Wildfire Recovery
Future Visions and Collaborative Efforts for Texas Ranching: Lee Wells and the I Am Texas Slim Foundation's ongoing projects aim to educate the next generation and enhance disaster resilience, underlining the enduring spirit of the Texas Panhandle community.
Tarnished Rainbows and Regenerative Relief
Texas Slim recently arrived in Washington State for the Libertarian Party's Unleashing Freedom convention . In Spokane, he was met with an environment starkly different from the Texas Panhandle yet connected by…
Eating Under Surveillance (Economic Fascism in America)
In today's agriculture and food systems, a blend of technological surveillance, centralized policies, and environmental and social agendas challenge traditional notions of food sovereignty and economic freedom. This…
From Bird Flu to Climate Snakes (Cull The Herd, Control The Supply)
Seasoned veterinarians and livestock producers, alike, have been scratching their respective heads trying to understand the media's response to the avian flu. Headlines across every major news outlet warns…
True Grit and Twang
Texas Slim rallies the hired hands for the next local and global cattle drive. As we face the coming storms, it's time to pull up your bootstraps, live with integrity, and embrace the spirit of the great American Cowboy. Let's saddle up for a journey of resilience and adventure!
Nurturing the Next Generation in Florida
In the heart of northern Florida, away from the sprawling ranches and vast agricultural landscapes, a young 9th grader named Emily set off on an unexpected journey into the world of ranching. With no family background…
Challenges and Advocacy in the Meat Processing Industry (Part 1)
The meat processing industry is currently navigating a turbulent landscape, where small processors and growers find themselves disproportionately impacted by systemic challenges. At the heart of these challenges lies…