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Episode 18 | Grazing, Genetics, and Stewardship with the McCan Family at McFaddin Ranch

In this episode of Ranchworthy, host Emma Coffman sits down with respected Texas cattleman Bob McCan, manager of the historic McFaddin Ranch and recipient of the 2025 Region 4 Environmental Stewardship Award (ESAP) Winner presented by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association . The ESAP award recognizes outstanding commitment to environmental stewardship in the beef industry, and Bob’s leadership in rotational grazing, wildlife conservation, and long-term land management made McFaddin Ranch a clear example of what sustainable ranching looks like in practice. In this conversation, Bob shares: • How strategic rotational grazing management improves forage production, soil health, and drought resilience • The philosophy behind their cattle breeding program, including the development of the Victoria Braford and selecting genetics built for South Texas conditions • How productive beef operations can coexist with thriving wildlife habitat, from quail and deer to migratory waterfowl • Why stewardship, profitability, and legacy must work together in modern ranch management This episode offers practical insight for ranchers, landowners, and anyone interested in sustainable beef production and grazinglands management. Bob’s perspective reflects decades of experience balancing cattle performance, conservation, and long-term viability, the kind of leadership recognized at the highest levels of the industry. 🔔 Subscribe to Ranchworthy for more conversations on rotational grazing, cattle genetics, land stewardship, and ranch management across Texas and beyond. This episode is proudly brought to you by: The Texas A&M University Center of Grazinglands and Ranch Management | https://cgrm.tamu.edu/ USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service | https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/ National Grazing Lands Coalition | https://www.grazinglands.org/ Tell us how do YOU manage parasites? #ranchworthy #cattle #ranchmanagement #rotationalgrazing #texas #costalplains #southtexas #victoria #beefcattle #genetics #wildlife #conservation #sustainable #agriculture #interview #cgrm #grazing