The Sitz Look: Where Family, Genetics, and Hard Work Meet

September 29, 2025

WATCH/LISTEN: In this episode of the LaneCast Ag Podcast, Lane sits down with Jim and Bob Sitz and their adult children to hear how the next generation is carrying forward the family’s Angus legacy. From day-to-day ranching to data-driven cattle genetics, the Sitz family shares what the famous “Sitz Look” means to them—and how they’re preparing for the future of the Angus breed. Listeners will hear candid reflections on family traditions, the evolving cattle market, challenges in agriculture, and the pride of working together across generations to keep the Sitz Angus program thriving.

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60th Annual Fall Bull & Female Sale

Thursday, December 4th, 2025 | 11:00 am (MST)

Sitz Angus Ranch Harrison, Montana

Offering.....

400+ PAP Tested, Coming 2-Year-Old Bulls

300+ Home Raised, SITZ-Bred Heifers

150+ SITZ-Bred, Running-Age Cows

Sale Details Here

Source: Western Ag Network/LaneCast Ag Podcast

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