The Beef Podcast Show - #34 - Forage and Beef Production in Subtropical Climates

In subtropical regions, cattle production requires careful attention to forage management, considering it is a crucial resource for productivity, but the areas typically experience hot and humid conditions. With such challenges presented by the climate to beef cattle producers, a comprehensive forage management system is crucial for providing adequate nutrition to cattle, optimizing their performance, and minimizing the effects on the environment. So in this episode, Dr. João Venframini discusses forage management with an emphasis on subtropical production systems, as well as the impact of said management on forage, animal production, and environmental quality.

What you’ll learn:

1.Podcasts on beef cattle

2. Management of cattle in hot and humid conditions

3. Nutritive forages

4. Alternative uses of forage crops

5. Interdisciplinary research in beef production

6. Communication between ag and the general public

7. Current research projects

8. The role of extension work in disseminating research

Meet the guest

Dr. João Vendramini

Experience

     ○ Current: Professor at the University of Florida

     ○ Past: Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University

Background

     ○ Ph.D., Epidemiology (the University of Florida)

     ○ M.Sc., Animal Science (the University of São Paulo)

     ○ B.Sc., Agronomy (the University of São Paulo)

Hobby: reining horses.

A tip for success: Perseverance and work ethics

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn