Inside the REAL STORY of the Exotic Animal Industry

Inside the REAL STORY of the Exotic Animal Industry

This week on Deer and Wildlife Stories, host Keith Warren heads to Brookesmith, Texas, to visit 5K Ranch — a truly unique operation where conservation, exotic wildlife, and hunting go hand in hand. With 25 different species of exotic animals, including kudu, sable, bongo, eland, and more, you’ll learn how ranchers are working to help protect the future of these species by hunting. But what really sets 5K Ranch apart is their relationship and support for a new, groundbreaking online animal auction platform, Animal Kingdom. This isn’t your typical auction house — it’s a game changer for exotic animal buyers across the country. For the team at 5K, the number one priority is ensuring the animals remain healthy while providing access to some of the most sought-after exotics in the business. If you're passionate about wildlife, breeding, or just want a closer look at some of the most incredible animals on the planet — you won’t want to miss this episode.

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Breeding for the Future: Rush Canyon Ranch's Fight Against CWD

Breeding for the Future: Rush Canyon Ranch's Fight Against CWD

This week on Deer and Wildlife Stories, host Keith Warren heads to Rush Canyon Ranch in Ripon, Wisconsin, where owner Chuck Nelson and daughter Vanessa Nelson are making waves in the deer farming world. With a herd of about 350 deer, Wisconsin Rush Canyon Ranch has been honing its craft for five years, focusing on advanced genome typing to help combat CWD. Their breeding game is on point—using artificial insemination (AI) to bring in top-tier genetically resistant semen from special breeder bucks across the country, ensuring they’re producing only the best genetics. With a focus on the finest markers and breeding values, Wisconsin Rush Canyon Ranch is shaping to be a powerhouse producing genetically superior deer!

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Tajada Whitetails: Building Deer with CWD Resistance

Tajada Whitetails: Building Deer with CWD Resistance

Join Keith Warren as he visits Tajada Whitetails, where George Tunal and his family are pushing the boundaries of deer farming. With a focus on advanced genetics and animal husbandry, they are combating chronic wasting disease through selective breeding while at the same time enhancing trophy-sized deer. Discover how Tunal’s breeding program prioritizes longevity, health, and adaptability, ensuring deer thrive even in harsh environments. Featuring impressive yearlings and two-year-olds with wide frames and strong genetic backgrounds that are more durable to CWD, Tajada Whitetails is setting the stage for the future of deer farming in a growing market.

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