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The BeefWatch Podcast provides timely information to help beef cattle producers improve the sustainability and profitability of their operations. BeefWatch is provided by the Nebraska Extension Beef Systems team and is the audio companion to the UNL BeefWatch Newsletter.

Latest Episodes:

Planning for and Planting Spring Annual Forages Mar 04, 2024

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Dr. Volesky discusses different forage options, seeding rates, and fertility needs for spring annuals.

Retained Placentas in Beef Cows, Causes and Care Mar 01, 2024

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Dr. Lindsay Waechter-Mead discusses the why behind retained placentas and how recommended care for cows has changed.

Preparations to Make When Scheduling and Delivering a Beef for Processing Feb 29, 2024

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Dr. Jordan Wicks shares things to think through and remember when sending an animal in for processing.

MGA Feeding for 18 Days, Impacts to Heifer Estrus and AI Pregnancy Rates Feb 28, 2024

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Dr. Rick Funston discusses ranch level research looking at the impacts of feeding MGA for 18 days instead of 14 days on heifer estrus expression and AI pregnancy rates.

Characteristics of Effective Ranch Managers - A Perspective from the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management Feb 14, 2024

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Dr. Clay Mathis discusses characteristics of effective ranch managers and lessons learned while director of the KRIRM.

Recent Research on Limit Feeding Stocker Cattle Feb 12, 2024

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Dr. Blasi from KSU discusses limit feeding research and how timing of feeding during cold weather can impact cattle performance.

Tips for Dealing with Muddy Conditions in Feedyards and Lots Feb 06, 2024

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Things to consider for cattle care as well as the saftey and well being of people is discussed.

Preparing for Calving from a Vets Perspective Jan 31, 2024

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Dr. Lindsay Waechter-Mead discusses fundamentals of the stages of calving, when to assist and how to help the new calf get started are all discussed.

Developing a Breeding Plan for a Commercial Cow Herd Jan 29, 2024

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Dr. Matt Spangler discusses how feed resources, target market and current cow herd genetics should shape bull selection decisions.

A Producer Perspective on Leasing Bulls Jan 25, 2024

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A Sandhills ranchers shares thoughts on how leasing bulls has benefited their operation.

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