Behind the Burger
Behind every burger is a story.
Produced by the New Mexico Beef Council, Behind the Burger introduces you to the ranchers, families, and industry professionals who raise cattle, steward the land, and keep beef at the center of New Mexico’s culture and economy.
We go beyond the plate to explore heritage, hard work, nutrition, and the future of beef in our state - sharing transparent conversations that connect consumers to the people behind their food.
Behind the Burger
Latest Episodes
How An Extension Veterinarian Turns Research Into Ranch Decisions with Dr. A.J. Tarpoff
Beef doesn’t stay a great eating experience by accident, and neither does consumer trust. We’re joined by Dr. AJ Tarpoff, the beef extension veterinarian at Kansas State University, to talk about what happens behind the scenes when research, ra...
Ranchers Build Better Cows: Planning for Dry Years with Dean Fish
Drought isn’t a rare event in the Southwest, it’s a planning assumption. From Farmington’s Stockmanship and Stewardship event, we sit down with Dean Fish, a southern Arizona rancher, Arizona Beef Council member, and longtime Extension livestock...
New Mexico Chile BBQ Sauce and Better Beef Cooking with Chef Mica Chavez
The difference between “fine” beef and unforgettable beef usually isn’t a fancy cut. It’s heat, timing, and knowing what you’re looking at on the board. We’re in the kitchen at the Santa Fe School of Cooking with Chef Mica Chavez, cooking shoul...
American Wagyu Demystified with The Meat Dudes
We team up with Evan and Tyler from the Meat Dudes to clear up what American Wagyu is and why labels like “Kobe” and “Wagyu burger” can mislead. We dig into genetics, sourcing, and cooking so you can buy beef with confidence and get a great res...
She Took Over the Ranch and Built a Beef Business with Candy Baca
A ranch can change overnight, and so can your role in it. We’re joined by Candy Baca, a sixth-generation rancher east of Las Vegas, New Mexico, who stepped in after an unexpected loss and built a direct-to-consumer beef program to keep her fami...
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what a great podcast! I nearly cried, but then I sent thanks for the life we ranchers have lived.
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