Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchCattle Market Outlook for the Fall and Winter
Dr. Elliott Dennis discusses the factors driving current cattle market conditions and at the base is consumer demand for beef!
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Don't Wait for Spring: Why Fall is Prime Time for Weed Control in Rangelands and Pastures
Excellent control of perennials, biennnials and winter annual weeds can occur in the fall through the use of strategically applied herbicides. Keys f…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
The Hidden Cost of Silage Storage - and How to Stop It
Best management practices to minimize silage spoilage and reduce dry matter loss are discussed.
10 months ago
Using the Cattle Comfort Index to Trigger Heat Abatment Strategies
Air flow, water, sprinklers, shade and even bedding can be helpful to reduce the impacts of heat on cattle. Benefits of different methods are discuss…
10 months ago
Using Herbicide for Cheatgrass Management in the Nebraska Panhandle
Research has shown a combination of two herbicides applied on pasture and rangeland in the fall can have effective control of winter annual grasses o…
10 months, 1 week ago
Challenges of the Beef Calf Born in July, August and September
Considerations for care and management of calves born in mid to late summer along with practices that can mitigate common stressors are discussed.
10 months, 2 weeks ago
What does summer pneumonia look like in calves and what to do about it?
Nebraska Extension Veterinarian Dr.Funk discusses factors that contribute to and common symptoms of summer pneumonia in nursing calves.
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Getting Reacquainted with the Cattle Comfort Index
The research behind the Cattle Comfort Index is explained and resources producers can use to access the information is discussed.
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Pause and Get Perspective on Current Cattle Prices
Dr. David Anderson, market analyst shares his perspective on current prices and some thoughts on price risk management for cattle producers.
10 months, 4 weeks ago
When Estrus Synch Goes Sideways: Practical Troubleshooting for Beef Producers
Review of the standard estrus synch drugs are discussed as well as frequent questions that are raised related to common problems that can occur. Reso…
11 months ago