The Beef Podcast Show - Dr. Karl Hoppe: Winter Cattle Nutrition | Ep. 113

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Karl Hoppe, from North Dakota State University, shares real-world advice for managing cattle in harsh winter conditions. From prepping your herd for freezing temperatures to fine-tuning nutrition, Dr. Hoppe offers straightforward, actionable guidance for beef producers. Learn how to balance feed strategies, protect herd health, and tackle tough challenges like North Dakota winters. Listen now on all major platforms.

What will you learn: 

• Managing cattle in cold
• Optimizing winter nutrition
• Preparing cattle for blizzards
• Hay quality strategies
• Adapting cattle to climate

Meet the guest:

Dr. Karl Hoppe is a Livestock Systems Specialist at North Dakota State University with over 34 years of expertise in the beef cattle industry. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, a Master’s in Animal Science with a focus on Reproductive Physiology, and a Ph.D. in Animal Science specializing in Ruminant Nutrition, all from South Dakota State University.