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...
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In this episode, Dr. DiLorenzo and I discuss significant breakthroughs in greenhouse gas reduction: the potential of algae as inhibitors of methane emissions. Although not all algae possess this capacity, some do have that potential and as such, it is important to discuss the...
Liver abscesses significantly affect animal performance, reducing their feed intake, weight gain, and carcass yield. In this episode, Dr. T.G. Nagaraja, an expert on the field, goes into the subject and sheds light on the intricate world of liver abscesses in cattle. He provides valuable insights...
Taking a holistic perspective and understanding technological advancements are crucial to manage animal health and improve risk categorization in today's beef industry. In this episode, Dr. Krehbiel emphasizes that interdisciplinary collaboration approaches are key to addressing grand challenges...
Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) is a disease that suppresses the immune system and exacerbates other existing problems in the herd, thus greatly impacting various segments of the beef industry. In this episode, Dr. Bob Larson provides a lot of valuable information on the use of diagnostic tests to...
In today's episode, we delve into the world of beef as we explore its nutritional value, convenience options, and market expansion with John Crowder, a marketing expert in the industry. Mr. Crowder goes into the essential vitamins and minerals present in beef, JBS's investments to enhance the...
Understanding the molecular mechanisms behind the interactions between a host and their microbials is crucial for comprehending the complex relationship between cattle and their gut microbiota. Shedding light on how microbes contribute to the overall health and well-being of cattle is a major...
Having beef production as a family business has many benefits. It strengthens the connections among family members, instills values like hard work and collaboration, ensures the perpetuation and growth of the practice through the transfer of knowledge and skills across generations, and...
Environment challenges pose significant concerns to beef cattle producers, since weather conditions and heat stress greatly influence the well-being and productivity of these animals. Therefore, producers must know how to manage these factors to maintain the health and performance of their herds...
In today's episode, Dr. Pedro Fontes – a researcher and professor of beef cattle production and management – discusses the importance of reproductive technologies for improving the efficiency and productivity of the beef industry. He highlights the benefits of estrus synchronization...
In nowaday's beef industry, producing climate-friendly beef must marry with maintaining carcass quality and value. However challenging that may be, Dr. Zach Smith – an expert in animal science – believes that it is feasible through thoughtful planning and research. In this episode, he...
A technology revolution is taking place across the livestock industry. So in order to keep improving our performance, it is necessary to improve the access, communication, and implementation of such technologies. In this episode, Dr. Yijie Xiong explains how agricultural engineering and precision...
