The Fur Trade: Past, Present and Future with Gregg Schumacher
10/28/2026 Breaking News ↗ (Jump To Original Content)
On this episode of Trent on the Loos, host Trent Loos sits down with Gregg Schumacher, owner of Schumacher Furs, for a conversation about the fur industry. Gregg shares the history of the fur trade, from its role in building rural America to the traditions that shape it today. He explains how the fur business works, including trapping, sourcing, processing, and selling furs. They discuss the challenges facing fur trappers and fur buyers, shifting market demand, and the future of fur in a changing economy. It’s a candid look at a heritage industry built on agriculture, wildlife management, and rural tradition.
