Friday November 15, 2024
Getting More Out of Fall and Winter Grazing
Strip grazing can increases carrying capacity, allowing more grazing head days on the same acres. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski says strip grazing might take a little extra effort, but the extra grazing capacity can make it worthwhile.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/strip-grazing-annual-forages-fall-it-worth-effort
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Wednesday November 13, 2024
Strip Grazing Cover Crops
Strip grazing cover crops can be an effective way to increase your cattle performance and harvest efficiency. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnoski talks about getting the most out of your fall and winter grazing.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/strip-grazing-annual-forages-fall-it-worth-effort
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Monday October 14, 2024
Hold the Net Wrap and Twine
Recent studies have shown that cattle can consume net wrap and twine from hay bales, which can lead to issues with their digestive system. Nebraska Extension Educator Erin Laborie says net wrap and twine has been found in rumen and could lead to some serious issues.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2024/hold-net-wrap-and-twine
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Friday October 11, 2024
Beef Quality Assurance During the Fall Run
Helping to reduce the stress of travel for cattle during the fall run is critical to their welfare and performance. Jesse Fulton, Director of Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance program talks about ways we can limit the stress on animals being transported.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2022/beef-quality-assurance-during-fall-run
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Thursday October 3, 2024
Reviewing Cow-Calf Share and Cash Lease Agreements
Fair deals have always been the foundation of good lease agreements between cow-calf owners and renters. Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Aaron Berger talks about issues that owners and renters should consider when it comes to what is fair between both parties.MP3
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Tuesday October 1, 2024
Fall Feeder and Live Cattle Markets Face Mixed Signals
Fall feeder and live cattle markets are facing some uncertainty. Nebraska Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist Elliott Dennis talks about some of the complex issues facing the markets right now.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/livestock/feeder-and-live-cattle-markets-face-mixed-signals-fall-approaches
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Thursday September 12, 2024
Biosecurity Basics
Biosecurity on the farm might seem like a scary topic, but Extension Educator Jesse Fulton says producers should take it seriously, even in day-to-day operations. With a lot of cattle being moved around the country, biosecurity has never been more important. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2024/biosecurity-basics-and-beyond-ensuring-your-operations-future-0
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Friday August 30, 2024
Great Plains Heifer Development Program
A program developed by South Dakota State and Nebraska Extension is looking to improve heifer development techniques. Kiernan Brandt with Trans Ova Genetics talks about how this program is looking to move heifer development forward ensuring a stronger cow herd for the future.MP3
https://ianrnews.unl.edu/nebraska-sdsu-launch-great-plains-heifer-development-program-heart-cattle-country
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Wednesday August 28, 2024
Managing Larkspur and Why It’s Dangerous For Cattle
A common plant in pastures could be poisonous to cattle and other livestock. Nebraska Extension Range Management Specialist Mitch Stephenson talks about larkspur and what producers should know about management strategies.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/why-larkspur-dangerous-cattle-and-how-manage-it
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Tuesday August 20, 2024
Cashing in on Your Calf Crop: Adding Value at The Auction Block
Getting top dollar for your calves at auction can depend on your marketing plans and management decisions. Nebraska Extension Feedlot Specialist Jessica Sperber discusses good decision making to ensure you’re not leaving money on the table come auction time.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2024/cashing-your-calf-crop-adding-value-auction-block
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Friday August 9, 2024
Be Prepared to Beat the Heat
Exposure to high heat and humidity for prolonged amounts of time can be problematic for cattle. Nebraska Extension Educator and Director of Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance Jesse Fulton says cattle producers should have strategies in place before harsh weather can cause performance issues.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/succession/ideas-estate-and-transition-planning-gifting-ownership
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Tuesday July 30, 2024
Summer Water Needs for Cattle
Hot weather and drought conditions can impact the quantity and quality of available water for cattle. Nebraska Extension Educator Troy Walz talks about water needs for cattle during the heat of the summer. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/how-much-water-do-cattle-need-and-what-water-problems-should-cattle-producers-watch-0
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Tuesday July 23, 2024
Pinkeye in Cattle
A common disease in cattle this time of year is pinkeye and it can lead to some serious performance issues. UNL Diagnostic Pathologist Matt Hille talks about the causes and symptoms of pinkeye and cattle and one possible solution to help them avoid it. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2021/do-not-let-pinkeye-decrease-efficiencies-summer-grazing
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Friday July 19, 2024
Using Ultrasound for Early Pregnancy Diagnosis and Management
Halden Clark, DVM from the Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center says ultrasound has been a great tool for the beef industry to quickly check pregnancy status in heifers and cows. He says it can greatly benefit cattle producers who need to make profit decisions with non-pregnant cows. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2022/can-early-pregnancy-detection-help-you-make-culling-and-replacement-decisions-fall
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Thursday July 11, 2024
Calf Performance and Heat Stress
Heat stress can have a big effect on growing calves according to research being done at Kansas State University. A.J. Tarpoff, Kansas State Extension Beef Veterinarian discusses how shade allocation, water, and digestible feed affect calf performance.MP3
https://enewsletters.k-state.edu/beeftips/2023/02/27/effects-of-limit-feeding-and-shade-allocation-on-growing-calf-performance-water-usage-and-animal-comfort/
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Friday July 5, 2024
Summer Pneumonia in Calves
Summer pneumonia in calves is a serious condition and if not caught early could lead to the death. Dr. Halden Clark from the Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center says producers should be on the lookout now for early symptoms.MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/what-does-summer-pneumonia-look-calves-and-what-do-about-it
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Friday June 21, 2024
Mitigating Heat Stress in Cattle
Summer heat can seriously impact cattle performance. Nebraska Extension Beef Feedlot Specialist Galen Erickson talks about strategies for producers to consider that will help cattle beat the heat. MP3
https://ianrnews.unl.edu/mitigating-heat-stress-cattle-nebraska-mesonet
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Thursday June 20, 2024
Nebraska Researchers Contribute to USDA Study on Cover Crops in Livestock Operations
Cover crops on livestock operations can offer many economic and environmental benefits. UNL Ag Econ Professor Jay Parsons talks about how cover crops can help make cattle operations successful and points out the benefits of incorporating them.MP3
https://cap.unl.edu/livestock/nebraska-researchers-contribute-study-cover-crops-livestock-operations
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Monday June 17, 2024
Frequency of DDGS Supplementation Impacts Gains of Yearlings on Grass
New research on supplementing cattle on pasture with dry distillers grains have yielded some interesting results. Nebraska Extension Specialist Mary Drewnoski focuses on the impact on cost, labor and protein benefits for cattle with dried distillers grain supplement feed. MP3
https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2024/research-review-frequency-ddgs-supplementation-impacts-gains-yearlings-grass