Category: BCI Cattle Chat

Listen to professionals of the Beef Cattle Institute talk about hot topics in today’s beef cattle industry!

Value in Open Cows, AIP, Crops

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode the experts dive into options producers have when faced with open cows. Next, they discuss acute interstitial pneumonia, Dr. Lubbers brings some new findings in research and the experts decide what could be coming in the future. Finally, Dr. Pendell answers a listener question which asks the amount of producers who have switched to growing row crops.

2:21 Open Cows: Loss or Treasure

10:58 Acute Interstitial Pneumonia

15:56 Listener Question: Crops

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Research Update, Calving Window, AI and ET

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode the Jacob Schumacher is here to talk about his research on castration and pain. Next, Dr. Bob Larson answers a listener question regarding narrowing the calving window. Finally, the experts answer another listener question from a producer who wants to convert to a registered herd. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:13 Jacob Schumacher Research Update

9:34 Listener Question: Calving Window

17:40 Listener Question: ET vs. AI

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Hairy Heel Warts, Bull Composition, Sustainability

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! Dr. Brian Lubbers begins the episode by discussing Hairy Heel Warts in feedlots. He explains what could cause them and how it can be treated. Next, the experts discuss bulls composition and BCS for cows versus bulls. Finally, Merri Beth Day is back to discuss her research on sustainability in the cattle industry. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

2:25 Listener Question, Hairy Heel Warts

11:18 Bull Composition

15:58 Sustainability with Merri Beth Day

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Listener Questions: Castration, Feeding Heifers, Average Daily Gain

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode the experts answer your listener questions. They start by discussing what age you should castrate calves and what vaccinations could be given. Next, Dr. Brian Lubbers and Dr. Phillip Lancaster discuss feeding heifers and some of the challenges that come along with that. Finally, they discuss average daily gain as well as feed to gain ratio. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:00 Castrating Calves

11:10 Feeding Heifers

15:54 Average Daily Gain

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Virtual Fencing, Cattle Inventory, Smoke

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On this episode of Cattle Chat we have another amazing guest, Dr. Juliana Ranches, who is an Assistant Professor at Oregon State University. She talks to us about virtual fencing and how it works. Then, Dr. Pendell asks the hosts some questions about the Cattle Inventory report. Finally Dr. Ranches discusses her research on the effects of exposure to smoke in cattle. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:15 Virtual Fencing

12:10 Cattle Inventory Report

16:32 Smoke and Cattle Health

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Common Synchronization Issues, Sire Health, First Trimester

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! We are joined this week by Associate Professor Dr. Pedro Fontes sponsored by ESTROTECT. He and Dr. Bob Larson start the episode by discussing common synchronization problems. Dr. Brad White then asks Dr. Fontes about some of his research on sire nutrition and fertility. The experts finish the episode by discussing what causes pregnancy loss in the first trimester. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:41 Common Synchronization Problems

11:38 Sire Nutrition and Fertility

17:43 Pregnancy Losses in the First Trimester

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Yearling Bulls, Mineral Listener Question, Fall Born Calves

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode the experts dive into managing your yearling bulls. Next, they answer a listener question about adapting your mineral program throughout the year. Finally, the experts give some tips on handling fall born calves. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

2:16 Yearling Bulls: Bull Value Cow-Q-Lator

11:05 Listener Question: Mineral Program Adaptation

15:56 Managing Fall Born Calves

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Dr. Ty Lawrence, Evolution of Carcasses, Diseases in Fed Cattle

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode the experts are joined by another great guest Dr. Ty Lawrence Caviness Davis Distinguished Chair in Meat Science at West Texas A&M. They start the episode by discussing the changes in cattle overtime and how cattle may look in the future. Next, Dr. Brad White asks the experts about carcass size and what size should producers aim for. Finally Dr. Lawrence talks about some diseases he sees in the packing plants and how they compare to what we see at the BCI. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

2:47 Evolution of Carcass Composition

10:52 Optimal Carcass Size

15:54 Diseases in Fed Cattle

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Research Update, Garden City Partnership, Feeding Program

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! This episode one of our students Liliana Rivas joins to tell us about her research with beef-dairy cross calves. Next, Marshall Stewart is back to tell us about K-State’s new project with Garden City Community College. Dr. Lancaster finishes the episode by answering a listener question concerning a cow feed program. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:00 Liliana Rivas Research Update

10:05 Marshall Stewart: Garden City Partnership

16:48 Listener Question: Feed Program

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Leptospirosis, Mud, Mineral Program

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! In this episode Dr. Bob Larson and Dr. Brian Lubbers discuss what Leptospirosis is and whether we should vaccinate for it every year. Next Dr. Brad White asks the crew what affects mud can have on a cattle herd and what can we do to help. Finally they answer a listener question pertaining to mineral programs. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:02 Leptospirosis

9:16 Mud

13:52 Listener Question: Mineral Program

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Bovaer, Prepare for Calving, Johne’s Disease

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! The whole crew is back in the studio for this episode of Cattle Chat. The experts begin the episode by discussing the new product Bovaer, which is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in cattle, and the public concerns about the product. Next they give some tips on calving in cold weather, and finish the episode by discussing Johne’s disease and how to deal with it. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

2:33 Bovaer

10:13 Calving in Cold Weather

15:19 Johne’s Disease

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Dr. Marshall Stewart, Senior Cows, Starting a Ranch

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode we have a very special guest, Dr. Marshall Stewart, the Executive Vice President for External Engagement and Chief of Staff here at K-State. Dr. Larson begins our episode by asking the experts about the importance of outreach and extension. Next they answer a listener question concerning senior cows. Finally, Dr. Stewart and the experts give some advice on those wanting to get into ranching and where to begin. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

2:12 Outreach with Marshall Stewart

10:06 Listener Question: Senior Cows

14:24 Starting a Ranch

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Cover Crops, Changing Needles, Forward Planning

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode our experts along with guest host Dr. Todd Gunderson answer a listener question about fall calving on a cover crop. Next they answer a listener question about changing needles and how often it should be done. Finally Dr. Pendell discusses planning ahead for the next year. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

4:31 Listener Question: Fall Calving on Cover Crops

11:05 Listener Question: Changing Needles

16:19 Forward Planning

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New World Screwworm, Water Belly, Cold Weather

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! On this episode our experts along with guest host Dr. Todd Gunderson discuss the New World Screwworm or Cochliomyia hominivorax. Next they answer a listener question about water belly or urolithiasis. Finally Dr. Dustin Pendell is back with some tips on book keeping in cold weather. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:00 New World Screwworm

8:58 Listener Question: Water belly

14:22 Cold Weather Tips

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Producer Records, CalfDex, Beef Dairy Cross

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! Dr. Brad White, Dr. Brian Lubbers and Dr. Bob Larson are joined this week by Cambree Schmaltz and Dr. Ted Schroeder. They discuss some exciting new innovations in record keeping for cow calf producers and Cambree talks about her research project looking into the economics of beef-dairy cross and serial slaughter.

3:00 Replacement Heifers

9:32 CalfDex: https://calfdexapi.azurewebsites.net/

15:36 Beef-Dairy Cross Cattle on Feed

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Sexed Semen, Meat Question, Twinning

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! This week’s episode sponsored by ESTROTECT and brings Dr. Ken Odde to bring some insightful knowledge into some of the research he has done. Dr. Odde starts the episode by talking about selecting semen based on sex and doing so commercially. Dr. Dustin Pendell then brings some questions to the group regarding meat consumption. Finally the experts discuss twinning, and the opportunities involved in purposefully birthing twins.

3:02 Sexed semen: An opportunity to capture more value for cattle | Ag Proud

11:26 Meat Demand in the U.S.; https://agmanager.info/livestock-meat/meat-demand

16:25 Twinning for Commercial Use

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Compounding, Net Wrap, Protein Tubs

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! This episode begins with Dr. Brian Lubbers explaining compounding medication for meat animals. The show progresses with the experts answering a listener question asking about whether you should remove net wrap from hay bales or if they can go through the tub grinder. The episode concludes by discussing protein tubs and picking the right one for you. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:24 Compounding Medication

9:50 Listener Question: Leaving the Net Wrap On

18:18 Listener Question: Using Protein Tubs

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Creep Feeding, Starting Cattle on Finishing Ration, Amount of Vaccines

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! This episode begins with Dr. Phillip Lancaster and Dr. Bob Larson discussing whether creep feeding calves is worth it. The show progresses with the experts answering a listener question asking about creating a finishing ration for cattle. Dr. Brad White wraps up the episode by discussing how many vaccines it is acceptable to give your cattle. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode!

3:30 Should I use a creep feeder?

10:45 Listener Question: Starting Cattle on a Finishing Ration

15:40 How many vaccines is too many?

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Laminitis, Coccidiosis, Variety Questions

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! This episode begins with our experts answering a listener question about laminitis and ways to treat it. The show progresses with a conversation concerning coccidiosis and how to tell if it’s affecting your herd. To wrap up this edition of Cattle Chat, Dr. Brad White asks the experts some commonly asked questions in their expertise

2:13 Listener Question: Laminitis

8:17 Coccidiosis

13:04 Variety Questions

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Photosensitization, Trade, Water Quality

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! Dr. Brad White, Dr. Phillip Lancaster, Dr. Dustin Pendell and Dr. Brian Lubbers cover photosensitization in cattle with guest Dr. Scott Fritz. They then discuss some economic trade questions from Dustin followed by a look at the importance of water quality.

3:34 Photosensitization and how to manage it.

10:30 Questions from Dustin on international trade.

15:30 Discussion about water quality from Scott.

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Australia Listener Question, Feeder Heifer Question, Beef Industry at a Glance

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! The experts open the episode by answering a listener question from Australia regarding cull cows. The experts continue the show by discussing a listener’s question about the possibility of transferring feeder heifers into breeding heifers. This edition of Cattle Chat winds down with Dr. Brad White asking the experts about the future challenges and opportunities in the beef industry.

2:27 Australia Listener Question: Culling cows with smaller calves.

9:22 Listener Question: Heifers in feedlot being transferred to breeding.

14:36 Challenges and opportunities in the beef industry.

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Pinkeye Listener Question, AIP Research Update, Liquid Feeds Listener Question

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! The show kicks off with the experts answering a listener’s question about pinkeye. The episode continues with Dr. Paige Schmidt giving an update on her research. The experts conclude this edition of Cattle Chat by responding to another listener’s question concerning a liquid feeds. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode! 

3:21 Listener Question: Pinkeye

7:36 AIP Research Update from Dr. Paige Schmidt

16:23 Listener Question: Liquid Feed

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Listener Question, FFAR ICASA Grant, Listener Question

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! The show kicks off with Dr. Phillip Lancaster answering a listener’s question about feeding rye grain to cattle. Dr. Brad White continues the episode by announcing a grant the Beef Cattle Institute has received from the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research. The experts conclude this edition of Cattle Chat by responding to another listener’s question concerning a producer moving from South Africa to Alabama. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode! 

3:21 Listener Question: Feeding rye grain

7:36 FFAR ICASA Grant: Program description, research projects and anti-microbial resistance

16:23 Listener Question: Moving locations

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Listener Question, Yogurt Health Claim, Summer Research Update

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! The hosts begin the episode by answering a listener’s question about the causes and prevention methods associated with dummy calves. Dr. Brian Lubbers progresses the show with a conversation about health label claims on food products. The experts wrap up this edition of Cattle Chat by updating the listenership on the summer research projects they have been working on with BCI students. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode! 

2:00 Listener Question: Dummy Calves

10:16 Yogurt Health Claims: A discussion on the implications of health label claims on animal-derived food products

14:45 Summer Research Update: AIP, cowherd simulators and data

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KFMA 2023 Executive Summary, Body Condition Scoring, Excess Rain

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Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat! To kick off the show, Dr. Dustin Pendell and the other hosts examine a recent report from the Kansas Farm Management Association titled 2023 Executive Summary, which contains data about net farm income, government payments and insurance in Kansas. To continue the show, Dr. Phillip Lancaster explains how to properly body condition score cattle. Lancaster concludes this edition of Cattle Chat by discussing with Dr. Brad White the beef production challenges associated with excess rain. Thanks for tuning in and enjoy the episode! 

2:27 KFMA 2023 Executive Summary: Net farm income, government payments, net worths, averages

13:55 Body Condition Scoring: A How To

18:45 Excess Rain: effects on pasture, cow performance, foot rot, water logged grasses

KFMA 2023 Executive Summary
Guide to Body Condition Scoring Beef Cows and Bulls

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