{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep. 216: NFR Chaos, Horse Herpes Outbreak, $11B \u2018Farmer Assistance,\u2019 & Mule Royalty with Drew Hanks","description":"In this week\u2019s Talk Dirt To Me episode, we\u2019re joined by a special guest: Drew Hanks, Bobby Lee\u2019s little brother, fellow veterinarian and cattleman, fresh off his trip to the 2024 National Finals Rodeo (NFR). We dive deep into everything happening in Vegas, from the arena floor drama to the behind-the-scenes issues most fans never hear about. Drew breaks down what it was really like attending the NFR this year! We then discuss some of the latest happenings with it. Of course, we get into the Stetson Wright Night 6 debacle, the decision that shook the rodeo world, and why fans are divided about what really went down. The Horse Herpes Outbreak: What Veterinarians Are Saying Drew explains the EHV-1 outbreak (horse herpes) that has hit while the NFR is happening and the biosecurity measures veterinarians and stock contractors are taking to prevent disaster. This is a rare behind-the-scenes look at rodeo animal health from someone who actually was there. $11 Billion Farmer Assistance Package: Is It Enough? We shift gears into agriculture news and break down the newly announced $11 billion USDA farmer assistance plan. Spoiler: we don\u2019t think it\u2019s anywhere close to a bailout. We explain why the numbers fall short, what farmers are actually facing, and how far off Washington is from understanding the real problem on the ground. Reese Bro. Mules: A Mule Dynasty Drew closes the show with a wild piece of ag\/livestock history; his wife\u2019s family, Reese Bro. Mules, one of the most legendary names in the mule world. They\u2019ve sold mules to celebrities like Tommy Lee Jones, and Drew gives us a look into the culture, breeding, and tradition behind this iconic family business. Go check out Agzaga! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TalkDirt20 to get $20 off your order of $50 or more! Visit them at: https:\/\/agzaga.com  \ud83d\udc49 Listen now, hit subscribe, and leave Logan and Bobby Lee a 5-star review to keep the dirt talk rolling every week!  Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/talkdirtpodcast\/  Bobby Lee: Facebook- https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/search\/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/hurricanecreekfarm\/ YouTube- https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lo.hanks\/ YouTube- https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow    ","author_name":"Talk Dirt to Me","author_url":"https:\/\/www.talkdirtpodcast.com","html":"