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Ranchonomics · July 21 · 21 min

107. Don’t Step Over Dollars to Pick up Pennies: Time, Focus & Opportunity Cost with Amos Troester

In Part 2 of John Haskell's conversation with Amos Troester (listen to Part 1 here), the focus shifts from forage systems to business thinking. Amos explains why many producers miss profitable opportunities by focusing on minimizing expenses rather than maximizing returns. Through real-world examples, he shares how integrating livestock with cover crops and annual forages can generate additional revenue, increase carrying capacity, and improve profitability, all while making better use of the same acres. The conversation also explores the mindset required to adopt new systems, from starting small and learning through experience to viewing biomass as a marketable crop. Amos discusses the economic and agronomic benefits of integrating grazing into cropping systems, including improved weed suppression, erosion control, soil health, and overall resilience. The episode is a reminder that the biggest opportunities often come from thinking differently about the resources you already have. Make sure to hit subscribe/follow so you never miss an episode! In this episode, we cover: Why producers should focus on return, not just cost, when evaluating new opportunities How grazing annual forages can increase carrying capacity and improve profitability Why biomass should be viewed as a valuable crop, not just a byproduct The importance of starting small when adopting new grazing and cropping systems How cover crops can reduce herbicide costs while improving soil health and erosion control Practical strategies for managing mud, compaction, and grazing intensity Why staying open to new ideas can unlock opportunities that transform your business Connect with Amos: Follow on Facebook Check out his website Send an email at TBarACattle@gmail.com 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: Episode 105. From Row Crops to Forage Crops: A New Way to Think About Your Acres with Amos Troester Book a Free Discovery Call to Learn More Ranching for Profit Ranching.FYI Wally Olson, Olson Ranch LLC Mentioned in this episode: We work with producers on cash flow, risk management, and long-term financial strategy so the business stays resilient—no matter the market. If you want to see whether that’s the right fit for your operation, click below to book a free call. Book a free discovery call

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In Part 2 of John Haskell's conversation with Amos Troester (listen to Part 1 here), the focus shifts from forage systems to business thinking. Amos explains why many producers miss profitable opportunities by focusing on minimizing expenses rather than maximizing returns. Through real-world examples, he shares how integrating livestock with cover crops and annual forages can generate additional revenue, increase carrying capacity, and improve profitability, all while making better use of the same acres.

The conversation also explores the mindset required to adopt new systems, from starting small and learning through experience to viewing biomass as a marketable crop. Amos discusses the economic and agronomic benefits of integrating grazing into cropping systems, including improved weed suppression, erosion control, soil health, and overall resilience. The episode is a reminder that the biggest opportunities often come from thinking differently about the resources you already have.

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

In this episode, we cover:

  • Why producers should focus on return, not just cost, when evaluating new opportunities
  • How grazing annual forages can increase carrying capacity and improve profitability
  • Why biomass should be viewed as a valuable crop, not just a byproduct
  • The importance of starting small when adopting new grazing and cropping systems
  • How cover crops can reduce herbicide costs while improving soil health and erosion control
  • Practical strategies for managing mud, compaction, and grazing intensity
  • Why staying open to new ideas can unlock opportunities that transform your business

Connect with Amos:


Connect with Ranch Right:


Resources & Links:


Mentioned in this episode:

We work with producers on cash flow, risk management, and long-term financial strategy so the business stays resilient—no matter the market. If you want to see whether that’s the right fit for your operation, click below to book a free call.

Book a free discovery call

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