The Beef Podcast Show - #21 - Innovations in Midwest Beef Cattle Production

Extensionists play a crucial role in the development of beef cattle production. This episode features one of the best: Travis Meteer – a beef cattle extension specialist – shares his journey and insights. He emphasizes the importance of personalized decision-making that considers the specific context of each operation before introducing management changes, as well as explains the benefits and drawbacks of the innovative techniques he promotes in the Midwest. Join us for this enlightening conversation on the pivotal role of extensionists and the impact of novel management strategies on the beef cattle industry.

What you’ll learn:

1. Prescription agriculture

2. Listening, understanding, and learning from others

3. Small pasture Midwest production

4. Rotational grazing

5. Corn stock grazing – alternatives for feeding beef cattle and how to get the most out of them

6. Semi-confinement: benefits and drawbacks

7. Opportunity for cover crops

Meet the guest

Travis Meteer

Experience

     ○ Current: Beef Extension Educator at the University of Illinois Extension Program

Background

     ○ M.Sc., Ruminant Nutrition (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)

     ○ B.Sc., Animal Sciences (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn