The Dairy Podcast - #67 - Integrating beef expertise into dairy operations

In the dairy cattle industry, innovation and sustainability are key to future success. Bridging the dairy and beef sectors opens doors to efficient production and profitability. This synergy is vital for meeting global demands and ensuring environmental stewardship. This episode, with Dr. Aimee Hafla from Cargill, delves into the connection between dairy and beef production. Dr. Hafla discusses the challenges and opportunities at this intersection, highlighting innovative approaches for sustainable, profitable cattle management.

What you’ll learn: 

• The importance of dairy-beef collaboration
• Integrating beef expertise into dairy operations
• New developments in cattle care and management
• Market strategies and profitability in dairy-beef
• Future innovations in dairy-beef collaboration 

Meet the guest: 

Dr. Aimee Hafla

Dr. Aimee Hafla, an esteemed beef cattle innovation lead at Cargill in Des Moines, has a distinguished career in ruminant nutrition. With a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University, she has previously worked at USDA-ARS and Agri-King, Inc. as a Beef Cattle Nutritionist. Her research focuses on optimizing beef cattle health and productivity, backed by extensive experience in pasture management and feeding strategies. Dr. Hafla's role at Cargill reflects her commitment to advancing the beef industry through innovative nutritional solutions.

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn