Rural Route Feb 9, 2026 Hank Vogler explains how it is the rancher that creates the habitat for wildlife. Hunters need to partner with caretakers.
HANK VOGLER ON LAND, LABOR, AND THE FIGHT FOR THE WEST On this powerful episode of Rural Route, Trent Loos is joined by Nevada rancher and straight-talking advocate Hank Vogler for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of ranching, land, and food in America. They start by breaking down the global labor crisis, how wage gaps have changed work ethic, and what history—from early American colonies to Spanish Florida—can teach us about today’s problems. The talk also dives into the deep roots of American livestock, including Florida cracker horses and Mustangs, and how horses once shaped…
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