Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchHow Grazing Corn Residue Affects the Soil
Over 20 years of research shows that there is yield benefit to subsequent crops following grazing of corn residue with cattle.
1 year, 8 months ago
Understanding Bovine Respiratory Syncytial Virus (BRSV) in Cattle
Dr. Amelia Woolums from Mississipi State discusses how BRSV infects cattle and management strategies to minimize its impact.
1 year, 8 months ago
The Full Picture of Cow Efficiency
There are a number of metrics that can be used to measure cow efficiency. Dr. David Lalman from OSU discusses research being conducted looking at fac…
1 year, 8 months ago
Hold the Net Wrap and Twine
Net wrap and twine that isn't removed from hay prior to feeding to cattle can lodge in the rumen and cause health problems. Research is discussed.
1 year, 8 months ago
Feeder and Live Cattle Markets Face Mixed Signals as Fall Approaches
The cash market basis for feeder cattle and calves in Nebraska compared to CME feeder cattle prices are historically wide. The carcass cutout value o…
1 year, 9 months ago
Understanding and Managing Anaplasmosis in Cattle
Anaplasmosis is a blood borne bacterial disease primarily transmitted by ticks and contaminated needles. Dr. Matt Hille discusses the disease, sympto…
1 year, 9 months ago
Effects of Conventional and Natural Management Systems on Backgrounding and Finishing Performance of Beef Steers
Cattle health and performance was analzyed from weaning through harvest comparing three growing and finishing systems that included conventional perf…
1 year, 9 months ago
Biosecurity Basics and Beyond: Ensuring Your Operations Future
Practicing foundational biosecurity principals on a cattle operation can help protect cattle from disease risks.
1 year, 9 months ago
Pencil Out Profits on Calf Marketing Alternatives
Dr. Lee Shulz from Iowa State highlights things to consider for either marketing calves at weaning or growing and selling at a later date
1 year, 9 months ago
Haying and Cattle Grazing Areas with Hemlock
Hay fields and pastures with hemlock present will require caution when harvesting for hay or grazing to minimize the risk of poisoning cattle utilzin…
1 year, 9 months ago