Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchComparison of Partially Confined and Traditional Cow Calf Systems A Review
This research project compared late summer calving cows which were dry lotted in late spring and summer to traditional spring calving cows grazing pa…
4 years, 2 months ago
AI Beef on Dairy Carcass Trait Data - How is the Information Being Used?
Beef AI sires used on dairy cows are providing large amounts of carcass data that can be utilized by beef breed associations for EPDs.
4 years, 2 months ago
Drastic Increase in Amount of Beef Semen Use on Dairy Cows, Why?
In 2021 over 75 percent of the beef semen used in the United States was on dairy cows. The reasons behind these changes and the outlook going forward…
4 years, 3 months ago
Colostrum 101
Colostrum quality and timely consumption is critical for the newborn calf. Dr. Lindsay Waechter Mead discusses key components of colostrum and how th…
4 years, 3 months ago
Understanding Carbon Credit Contracts for Agricultural Producers
Nebraska Extension Agricultural Law Specialist Dave Aiken discussess key things producers should understand before committing to a carbon contract.
4 years, 3 months ago
Opportunities and Risks to Agricultural Producers in Selling Carbon Offsets in Todays Market Environment
Dr. David Ripplinger from North Dakota State University Extension discusses the factors driving interest by companies wanting to purchase carbon offs…
4 years, 4 months ago
The Value of Hay as Fertilizer
Dr. John Lory from Missouri Extension discusses the nutrient value of hay as a fertilizer resource when fed on pasture, especially under current mark…
4 years, 4 months ago
Cow Nutrition Considerations at Calving and Early Lactation
Troy Walz discusses the importance of understanding cow body condition score and nutrition needs at calving for first calf heifers and mature cows.
4 years, 4 months ago
Integrating Hair Sheep, Goats and a Cow Herd in a South Central Nebraska Operation
Mike Wallace who is the former sheep division supervisor at the Meat Animal Research Center at Clay Center Nebraska discusses how they utilize and in…
4 years, 4 months ago
Getting Ready for Calving, Key Things to Help Ensure Success for Cows and Calves
Dr. Becky Funk, who is part of the team at the Great Plains Veterinary Education Center, discusses best management practices prior to and during calv…
4 years, 5 months ago