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Planning for Winter Feeding of Cows

A discussion on planning your winter feed supply for your cow herd.

Weaning Calves

Methods and practices for weaning your calf crop.

Using Dart Guns to Doctor Cattle

A discussion on the use of dart guns to doctor cattle.

Software for Beef Operations

Learn about software for beef backgrounding operations.

Rural Veterinary Practice

A discussion on the rural veterinary shortage and what that means to the cattle industry.

Texas A&M Serving the Beef Industry

Learn about Texas A&M University's mission to serve the beef industry.

Cattle Production Systems

A visit about new production management in cow herd systems.

Pinkeye Management

Let's talk about pinkeye control and treatment in our beef herds.

Milk Production in Beef Cows

A discussion about the impact of milk production in beef cows.

New World Screwworm

A discussion about New World Screwworm prevention programs.

Power Genetics

A field trip to SW Nebraska to visit Power Genetics.

Pain Management in Cattle

Discussing pain management in cattle and its impacts on performance and health.

Using an Ultrasound for Repro Work

A visit about the utilization of ultrasounds for reproduction work in cows.

Cattle Vaccines

A discussion on cattle vaccines utilized to improve cattle health.

Ranch Management

Learn about ranch management from the experts at Texas A&M.

Embryo Transfer in Beef Cattle

Embryo transfer is becoming a more common tool in modern beef production.

Theileria Update in U.S. Cattle

Learn about this disease from the Asian Longhorn tick.

Artificial Insemination in Beef Cattle

A deep dive into artificial insemination in the cow herd.

Wearable Technology for Cattle

Wearable technology is being used to help improve cattle health and reproduction.

Bloat

Free-gas and frothy: A full discussion on bloat in cattle.

Breeding Soundness Exams

Bull need checked for breeding soundness every year before turnout.

Synchronizing Cattle for Breeding

Getting heifers and cows synchronized for breeding is important to your bottom line.

Cattle Facility Designs

Dr. Kip joins us to discuss cattle facility designs for your operation.

Compounding Products

Host, Dr. Dan Thomson, brings his knowledge of animal agriculture to viewers as he and his guests discuss current issues facing the animal ag industry.

Castration Techniques

Castration of bull calves is a common husbandry practice -- what you should know.

Selecting a Bull

A discussion on how to select bulls for your herd.

Preparing for Calving Season

Learn how we need to prepare for calving season.

Calf Scours

An update on calf scours prevention, diagnosis and treatment.

Managing Syringes and Needles

How to manage syringes and needles that we use everyday in beef operations.

Feedlot IQ Management

A new management platform to help with feedlot operations.

Acclimating Cattle

A discussion on how to acclimate cattle to human interaction and how to keep both safe.

How Antibiotics Work

Learn how antibiotics combat bacterial diseases in cattle and how to use them judiciously.

Bovine Respiratory Disease

A discussion on Bovine Respiratory Disease in weaned cattle.

Year End Review

Join us for a visit on highlights from the beef industry in 2025.

Managing Cold Stress for Cattle

A discussion on keeping calves warm for health and performance.

Herd Biosecurity: Diagnostic Testing

How can I incorporate diagnostic testing working with my veterinarian to improve herd health?

Roller Compacted Concrete

RCC is the new kid on the block for pen floors in beef cattle operations.

Bedding Feedlot Cattle

Take care of your cattle with bedding this winter.

BRD Update

A discussion on bovine respiratory disease in feeder and stocker cattle.

Cattle Repro Update

Update on advancements in beef reproductive systems, including Beef on Dairy.

Feedlot IQ and Cattle Update

See how technology is helping shape the way we track health and performance in the feedlot.

Selecting a Squeeze Chute

Squeeze chutes are important tools for animal welfare and employee safety.

Processing Facility Design

A discussion with Dr. Kip on how to design your processing facility for optimal cattle flow.

Feedlot Health Data Interpretation

Learn about key health indicators from our feedlot health data outputs.

KSU Stocker Field Day

An update from the Kansas State Stocker Field Day including advancement in stocker management.

Winter Forage Management With Supplements

Learn how to best supplement cows through the winter through proper forage management.

Pregnancy Checking Cows

More than pregnancy diagnosis. Why working with your veterinarian is important to herd profits.

EID

EID solutions for your operation and the benefits to track disease and efficient management of those animal.

Managing Market Risks in Beef Industry

Managing financial risk in the beef industry is big business, get some tips and tricks to keep your operation successful.

Importance of Calf Castration

Understanding the core principles to calf castration including recommendations on technique and timing.

Weaning Methods in Beef Herds

A discussion on new weaning methods to improve calf health and performance.

Lameness and Hoof Care

Learn about cattle lameness diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Small Ruminant Health Issues

More goats and sheep are moving into our pastures. Let's learn more about taking care of them.

New World Screwworm

New World Screw Worm has changed our cattle flow. Learn more about this parasite.

Heifer Development

Learn about diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of lameness issues in cattle.

Pinkeye in Cattle

A discussion on the latest information pertaining to pink eye in cattle.

Preconditioning Programs

Maximize your preconditioning program for healthier cattle.

Viral Vaccines and BRD

Discussion about BRD viral pathogens and preventing disease.

Update from Texas Tech - Part 2

Dr. Dan is back at Texas Tech University getting an update on research going on at their farm.

Designing a Cattle Hospital

Take trip with us to see a new hospital system in Southwest Iowa.

Update from Texas Tech - Part 1

Dr. Dan heads to the campus of Texas Tech University to see advancements in veterinary medicine.

Beef Quality Assurance Update

A discussion on the latest updates to our BQA program.

Fly Control in Cow Herds

Learn about ways to keep flies off your cows this summer.

Reproductive Technology for Cattle

Learn about the latest technology used to improve cattle reproductive efficiency.

Parasitology 101 for Cattle Herds

Those dirty little bugs: A discussion on parasites in cattle.

Deworming

How parasites effect performance and the importance of a good deworming program.

Brahman Cattle and Genetics

A trip to Louisiana to learn about great Brahman cattle and genetics.

BVD Update

A visit with experts on the latest information on BVD.

Reviewing Herd Health Protocols

Work with you local veterinarian to develop a herd health plan.

Bloat in Cattle

Frothy or free gas bloat: Learn about diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

Bull Management

A discussion on bull health management.

Implants for Calves on Cows

Don't leave money on the table. Implanting strategies for calves on the cow.

Colostrum

What is colostrum and why is it so important?

Cattle Technology with Dr. Yijie Xiong

Ground breaking technology for livestock management, bringing innovative solutions to everyday challenges faced by ranchers.

Genetics and Breeding

Dr. Dan discusses genetically modified cow embryos, and how to do proper breeding to avoid BRD.

EHD and Cattle

Epizootic hemorrhagic disease in deer and cattle.

Calving Clinic

When do cows or heifers need help with delivering a calf?

Distillers Grains

A discussion on how distillers grains are produced for the beef industry.

Calf Care Day One

What you need to be ready for calving season to take care of neonatal calves.

HPAI in Dairy Cattle

An update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in dairy cattle.

Processing Protocols for Feeder Cattle

Learn what goes into the decisions for developing processing protocols for feeder cattle.

The Bucket Calf

A discussion on raising and weaning a bucket calf.

Breeding Soundness Exam

What's the latest on breeding soundness examination for you bulls.

Year in Review

Discuss important issues and happenings in 2024 and look towards 2025.

The Modern Beef Carcass

A discussion on trends in beef carcass with modern production and management.

BRD Prevention

Preventing bovine respiratory disease is vital to cattle health and production.

Prescribed Burning for Pastures

A dive into the positive impact of prescribed burning for pasture quality.

Biosecurity and the Cow Herd

Biosecurity is about keeping diseases out of your herd, we talk checks and balances.

Beef, Dairy, and Cross-Cattle Production

Dr. Garland Dahlke from the lowa Beef Center discusses beef, dairy, and cross-cattle production, highlighting differences in outcomes. Dr. Dahlke shares insights into his work on software development and research, including estrous synchronization software. He delves into his experience with beef...

Tomorrow's Beef Leaders

Meet Mid-Iowa Youth Beef Team to get a sneak peek at the industry's future leaders.

Parasite Testing

Learn about fecal egg count reduction tests to assure your dewormer is working.

New USDA Electronic ID Rule

A newly applied rule for cattle and bison includes visual and electronic identification.

Winter Cow Nutrition

Getting ready for winter time feed needs in your cow herd.

Predator Control

Predators are a detriment to our herds. Learn how to protect your cattle from lethal predators.

New Technology for Calves

Learn about new technology to find injured or ill cattle in your feeding operation.

Marketing Cull Cows

Cull cows are a substantial revenue source for beef operations.

Diagnostic Sampling of Cattle

Learn the importance of diagnostic sampling techniques.

Hoof Trimming

How you can use hoof trimming to improve health and longevity of animals in your herd.

Fall Pasture Management

We discuss what considerations need to be made for pasture management starting with your fall pastures.

Preconditioning Calves

A discussion on preconditioning calves and preparing them for feedlot entry.

More Than Just Preg Checking

We will dive into all that happens in the fall when the veterinarian is on the ranch.

Preconditioning Calves

Current thoughts on weaning and preconditioning calves for this fall.

Land Value and Leasing

A discussion on land valuation and how to negotiate leases in these challenging times.

Calf Nutrition and Implants

New research debunks the myths about implants and reveals added performance through supplementation.

Beef Quality Assurance Tips

A discussion on how to handle and administer products for cattle at the chute.

Summer Pneumonia in Calves

What does summer pneumonia in calves look like?

Feedlot Health Update

Meet some 4th year veterinary students as they discuss current feedlot health issues.

Toxic Plants in the Pasture

A visit about toxic plants that could be in your pastures.

The 50-Pound Challenge

A discussion on how to increase your calf weights by 50 pounds through use of modern technology.

Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance

Learn about a new natural product being researched in the beef industry.

Modern Feedlot Facilities

A tour of new feedlot facilities and how they are being built.

Hay Management

Discussion on hay and forage management for your cow herd.

Fly Control with Cows

Keep the pesky flies off our cows and what that means to your bottom line.

Treating Cows with Anaplasmosis

Learn about how to treat cows or herds that are infected with anaplasmosis.

Using Selection Tools

Using EPDs and genetic tools to make mating selections.

Beef Quality Assurance Audit

Learn the findings of the most recent Beef Quality Assurance audit.

New Technology for Cows

Understanding some new technology to monitor cows on the ranch.

Pinkeye Update

We will take a deep dive into the latest findings associated with pinkeye in cattle.

Inherited Cattle Diseases

A discussion on diseases in beef cattle that can be inherited.

Toxic Plants in Pastures

A session to discuss toxic plants that could be in a pasture prior to turning cows out.

Steroid Implants and Calves

A discussion on when and why steroid implants are used in calves on the cow.

Branding Time

Prepping cows and calves for summer turn out.

Herd Biosecurity Programs

Prevent disease introduction into your herd through biosecurity.

Bull Testing Updates

A discussion on the latest information on breeding soundness exams.

Heifer Development

Learn how to track heifer development and have heifers ready for the breeding season.

Calf Scour Outbreaks

A discussion on calf scours outbreaks: diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

Synchronization Strategies

Spend some time discussing methods to synchronize cows and heifers at breeding time.

Beef on Dairy

It is new in the beef industry and it is new in the dairy industry, and it's still feeding cattle. Dr James Koltes from Iowa State University explains the genetics behind dairy-beef crosses.

Byproduct Feeds in the Beef Industry

A discussion on byproduct feeds for your beef operation.

Corona Virus in Cattle

A virus that can cause diarrhea and respiratory disease: Corona Virus.

Colostrum Management

Colostrum is the calf's first, and mot important, meal.

Toe Abscesses

Toe abscesses -- they are much easier to prevent than treat.

4-H and FFA Steer Projects

Learn about how to help your child with their show steer project.

Bloat in Cattle

Discussing digestive issues in cattle that can lead to bloat.

Cow Nutrition Update

An update on cow nutrition with Dr. Mark Spare.

2023 Year End Wrap Up

Dr. Dan will discuss highlights in the beef industry from 2023.

Parasite Control in the Cow Herd

A discussion about parasite control programs for your cow herd.

Beef: There is No Substitute

Outline research done at Kansas State University comparing beef to alternative protein.

Cattle Facilities and Handling

A visit with Dr. Lukasiewicz on safe cattle handling and facilities.

Herd Biosecurity Programs

Prevent disease introduction into your herd through biosecurity.

Getting Heifers Bred

A discussion about heifer development and reproductive physiology.

Problems in Cattle Handling

We visit with Dr. Sjecklocha about issues encountered when processing cattle regarding stockmanship, acclimation, and more.

Treating BRD in Cattle

We will visit about treating cattle sick with respiratory disease.

Feeding Practices and Calf Health

A discussion on feeding practices to keep cattle aggressive to the bunk for health.

Disease Resistant Cattle

A visit with scientists as they develop the first BVDV resistant calf.

Common Feed Additives for Cattle

An update on feed additives used to improve cattle health and performance.

Cattle Facilities with Dr. Kip

Continuing our discussion on cattle facilities and handling with Dr. Kip Lukasiewicz.

Fall Cow Health Care

Cow health care advice as you look towards the fall.

Receiving Calf Management

Health management of newly received calves and how to prevent disease.

New Castration Methods for Calves

A discussion on new calf castration methods and technology.

Transition for the Future

Dr. Nels will discuss how businesses transition to thrive.

Certified Sampler Program

Learn about the swine industry's certified sampler program for diagnostics.

Feeder Calf Value

Many practices can significantly increase the value of your calf crop.

Respiratory Disease Pathology

A look at the anatomy and pathology surrounding respiratory disease in cattle.

Beef x Dairy Cross Cattle

An update on the latest pertaining to the influx of beef x dairy cross cattle.

Weeds, Water, and Cattle

A discussion on toxic weeds or water issues that could effect cattle.

Good Practices at the Processing Barn

Learn new practices to make sure the products we administer work for our cattle.

Bud Box and Single File Design

Dr. Kip will join us to discuss designing crowding facilities.

Heifer Development

A discussion on growing replacement heifers for your herd.

Bull Sperm Defects and What They Mean

Learn how sperm morphology tell the story of bull fertility issues.

Bred Heifers at the Feedlot

How to manage pregnant heifers after they arrive at the feedlot.

Cattle Skin Issues

Learn about the most common skin issues in cattle, warts and ringworm.

Hospital Systems for Cattle

A discussion about different hospital management systems for feedlot cattle.

The Role of Bacteria in BRD

BRD and bacteria. Learn about different bacteria that cause lung health issues.

Designing Cattle Handling Facilities

Learn why cattle facilities are key to low stress cattle handling.

Preventing Heat Stress

Learn about heat stress effects on your cattle and how to prevent it.

Creep Feed for Calves

Creep feed options for beef calves and subsequent feedlot performance.

Pink Eye in Cattle

A discussion on cattle eye health, prevention and treatment options.

Transporting Cattle

Join us to learn how to provide cattle care during transport.

Impact of Ticks on Cattle

Join us to learn about the importance of tick control on the ranch.

An Update on BVD

Learn about BVD virus and the effects on cattle throughout the industry.

Pasture Management

A discussion on planning pasture management for improving pounds of beef produced per acre.

Parasite Control in Cattle

Parasites are performance and health robbers of cattle.

Heifer Health Plans

A discussion on setting heifers up for success on your ranch.

Planning Cattle Working Facilities

Planning cattle working facilities is vital to safety and welfare.

Risk Management Insurance

Livestock insurance and risk protection is a great tool for profitability.

Indoor Finishing Barns

A walk and learn about indoor finishing barns for beef cattle.

Implanting Calves

Learn more about an incredible tool to increase pounds of calves weaned.

Grass Tetany

Learn about grass tetany in our beef cows on pasture and ways to prevent and protect those cattle.

Feed Supplementation Methods

We will visit about different ways to provide nutritional supplements to your cows.

Pen Floor Management

Learn new management practices to improve cattle comfort in confined operations.

Diagnostic Samples

We will take a look behind the scenes of a diagnostic lab when your samples arrive.

Liver Abscesses in Feedlot Cattle

An update on current liver abscess issues and new practices to improve cattle health.

Early Calf Care

Learn about the best practices during the first week of your new born calf's life.

Gearing Up for Calving Season

What do you need in the toolbox as you get set for calving season.

Implants and OTC

Changes are coming in June of 2023 for steroid implant regimens and over the counter antibiotics.

Stocker Cattle Care

Learn how veterinarians work with stocker operators to improve cattle health and performance.

Beef Industry Recap

A discussion of the happenings in the beef industry in 2022.

Labor Issues in Agriculture

Finding labor for your operation: Different ways to reach potential help.

Alternative Step-Up Programs for Calves

A discussion of the different ration step-up programs being used in feedlots today.

Hay Testing and Feeding Options

Determining the hay quality and nutritive value is important to cow nutrition during the winter.

Herd Health Protocols

Herd health protocols are the foundation to preventing health issues in your herd.

Swine Health Update

An update on swine health issues in the United States.

Update on Cattle Facilities

Low stress cattle handling starts with great facilities, so that is the focus on today's show.

Humane Euthanasia & Carcass Disposal

A review of proper euthanasia techniques and how to dispose of the carcass legally.

BRD and Pain Management

A discussion on diagnosis and treatment for BRD especially when it comes to pain management.

Wheat Pasture Management

A discussion on health management for cattle being turned out onto wheat pasture.

Proper Product Administration

A field trip to the farm to observe proper product administration at the chute.

Culling Cows

Culling cows is an important revenue stream for ranches. We will discuss how to make the best decisions.

Receiving Calf Nutrition

Understanding the nutritional needs of newly received feeder cattle.

Weaning Management of Calves

A review of the current research on weaning calves on the ranch for improved health and performance.

Bovine Respiratory Disease Management

A discussion on new management tools and systems for BRD in cattle.

Fed Cattle Endpoint Management

Determining the endpoint of fed cattle is imperative to your financial success.

Implant Procedures

Making sure you properly implant cattle is important to profitability.

BRSV and Histophilus

BRSV and Histophilus can team up to make cattle sick and some things can make it worse.

Changes in Feedlot Nutrition

A discussion on the changes in cattle feeding programs over the last 20 years.

Wearable Technologies

Learn about some exciting new technologies and breakthrough in beef monitoring.

Transporting Cattle

Learn how to load, transport and unload cattle.

Toe Abscesses in Cattle

This episode will look at prevention and treatments for toe abscesses in cattle.

Ruminant Digestive System

Discussing the ruminant digestive system and its function.

BVD

Dr. Dan brings up an important discussion about controlling Bovine Viral Diarrhea in our herds.

Facility Design

This episode will help you understand proper cattle facility designs.

Dehorning Methods for Calves

Learn latest methods to dehorn cattle from birth to mature animals.

Cow Reproduction Basics

A basic overview of cow reproductive anatomy and physiology.

Fly Control in Beef Herds

Pesky flies decrease performance and cause disease. Learn how to better control them.

Ivermectin Resistance in Cattle

Learning how to manage around ivermectin resistance to keep cows healthy.

Leaky Gut in Cattle

Heat stress in cattle leads to leaky gut syndrome that has huge health implications.

Revisiting Foot Rot and Hairy Heel Warts

Learn about the difference in foot rot and hairy heel warts in beef cattle production.

Gene Editing and Farm Animal Production

Learning about the next frontiers of genetics in food animal production.

Hay Quality and Process

Baling hay at the right time with the right process improves hay quality.

Toxic Plants

Toxic plants are everywhere, how to identify and remove potential problems.

Beef Reproductive Technologies

Dr. Dan discusses Beef Reproductive technologies available to help increase conception rates and improve your bottom line.

Mineral Nutrition for the Herd

A discussion on supplementing minerals for your grazing cows.

Bull Testing

Breeding soundness exams for bulls prior to turnout.

Pinkeye and Ectoparasites

As grasses emerge, so do the prevalence of pinkeye. Today we discuss treatments for pinkeye and other ectoparasites diseases in cattle.

Drought Preparedness

Tips on how to sustain your cow herd during a drought.

Understanding EPDs

A discussion on how to use EPDs to select the next generation of your herd.

Confinement Cow Herds

Alternative housing for cow/calf operations.

Synchronizing Beef Cows and Heifers

Get they synced and get them bred for a tighter calving window and more possibilities with your calf crop.

Uterine Prolapses in Beef Cattle

Ugh. What to do with a uterine prolapse in your cow.

Advancements in Genetic Testing in Cattle

The amazing world of genetic testing and prediction in beef cattle production.

Day One Calf Management

The first 24 hours of a calf's life has a lifetime of opportunities for health, growth and reproduction.

Proper Implant Techniques in Cattle

Making sure your steroid implants are properly placed is important for profitability.

Crude Protein in Cattle Diets

A show to discuss protein sources and levels in beef cattle diets.

Feed Mixing and Management

Consistent mixing and feed delivery is important to consistent performance in your herd.

Lice Issues in Cattle

Managing winter time lice issues in beef cattle.

IBR: Red-Nose in Cattle

Understanding one of the most common diseases in beef cattle around the world.

Year in Review

We reflect back on the successes and challenges of 2021 and look ahead to 2022.

Lameness Exam in Cattle

Today is a how to on how to properly identify and score lameness in your cattle.

Cattle Inspection at the Packing Plant

Everything you need to know on what inspectors are looking for to keep distribution safe.

Antibotic Stewardship

Today we are discussing the importance of antibiotic stewardship and why it is so important.

Celebrating 30 Years of Revalor

Tune in as we are celebrating our 500th episode and the 30th anniversary of Revalor.

Dairy Beef Production

Today we are discussing the growth in the dairy beef business and what it means to beef demand.

Breaking Down the Beef Carcass

Today we discuss how to get the most value out of the entire carcass.

Leadership

A great business starts with great people, so let's talk "How to build that team."

Minerals Discussion

This episodes goes back to the basics of mineral needs and introduces some new products on the market.

Bud Tub

Today we are talking about the handling benefits available from using a bud tub.

Product Administration

All you need to know about BQA and successful product administration. 

Facility Design

We are on location at Daniels Manufacturing talking about cattle facilities.

Weaning Strategies

Tune in for tips and tricks for when wean your calves this season. 

Hiring and Firing

Tune in for all you need to know about managing your employees. 

Superior Data System

Decades of market data to better market your calf crop.

Preg Checking and Interpretation

Working with veterinarian to understand your results after pregnancy determination.

Discussion on Feeder Calf Value

All you need to know about determining the value of those calves to the cattle feeder.  

Superior Data System

Decades of studies to understand marketing your calf crop.

Proper Product Administration in Cattle

The correct administration is important to vaccine and treatment responses.

Preconditioning Strategy for Beef Calves

Preconditioning cattle to improve health when they change addresses to prevent issues.

Heat Stress in Cattle

Heat stress in cattle: managing shade, humidity and improving ventilation.

Anaplasmosis

Understanding the effects of anaplasmosis on the cow herd and tips to prevent.

Pinkeye Control in Cattle

All you need to know about pinkeye control, treatment, and prevention in beef cattle.

Cattle Handling and Stewardship

Taking time to learn handling cattle for improved health, performance and what tools are available.

Continuing Your Cow Education

Tune in to learn more about health and physiology of cows.

SEC Consultants: Soil Health on your Ranch

Sustainable Environmental Consultants discuss learning how much the health of your soil effects the health of your food sources for cattle.

Reproductive Technologies

Reproductive success generallly starts with implementing the right tools. Today we discuss some of those tools.

Fatigued Cattle Syndrome

Developing shipping procedures for finished cattle go a long ways in helping prevent Fatigued Cattle Syndrome.

Cattle Toxicity

It is that time of the year for blue green algae - what to know about detection and keeping cattle safe from toxicity.

Mineral Nutrtion for Your Cow Herd

Making sure cattle have access to the appropriate minerals paves the way to a healthy life.

A Great Team Starts with Great Leadership

Dr. Nels Lindberg is back with some tips on how to grow the perfect team and keep them engaged.

Fly Control in Your Cow Herd

Shoo fly. New technology and true practices to reduce fly problems for your cattle.

Shortened Breeding Season

With advancements in cattle genetics and proper planning see how to shorten your breeding season.

Vaccine Technology

Get an update on some of the newest vaccine technologies from one of the leaders in the industry.

Acclimating New Calves

Learn how to build trust in cattle to improve cattle health and performance.

Vitamins and Minerals for Cattle

New products and new ideas to providing vitamin and minerals for your cattle.

Parasite Control

Learn about parasite control programs in cows to increase your profits.

Acidosis and Bloat Prevention

Acidosis and bloat prevention in beef cattle.

Tools Available for Handling Beef Cattle

Join us at the USDA Beef Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska.

Breeding Soundness Exams in Bulls

Breeding soundness exams in bulls are foundational to reproductive success.

Lower Leg Exam in Cattle

Dr. Share Terrell joins us to show us how to properly exam your cattle for foot troubles and how to diagnose the many issues that might cause lameness. Everything from preventative measure to treatment protocols can be found in this episode.

Beef Quality Assurance

Dr. Dan Thompson talk about the importance of the Beef Quality Assurance program and how producers can get involved, along with cattle handling and cattle facilities.

Replacement Heifers

All you need to know about taking care of those replacement heifers.

New Age in Regional Veterinary Training

Join Guy Loneragan, Britt Conklin and Dr. Courtney Pace with South Plains Veterinary Clinic. Get a tour of the construction site as well as learn what services this facility will offer and what needs it will fill for the state of Texas and beyond.

Purchasing Bulls

Come listen to what you need to look for when going to a bull sale.

Early Castration and Dehorning

A discussion on early castration and dehorning of cattle to improve health and well-being.

Gearing Up for Calving Season

Here come the calves.  Learn how to prepare for calving season.

Feed Mixing for Cattle

Get an updated update on mixers, ingredient order for the best mix and how to test mix consistency on your cattle feed.

Cold Stress in Cattle

Learn about preventing cold stress in calves, feeders and cows.

Meet Corn and Cob

Dr. Dan takes us to meet Corn and Cob the newest turkeys added to the Presidential Flock.

New Year, New Goals

Learn how to set new goals for you and your operation for 2021.

2020 Animal Health Wrap-Up

That's a wrap! Out with 2020 and a review of the animal health current events.

Caring for Downed Cattle

Downed cattle are ICU cases. Learn how to manage these animals.

Technology Advancements

See some advancement in technology and how these impact animal health.

Water Supply for All Seasons

Water is such an important nutrient. Learn about ways to provide water in all seasons.

Communicating on the Farm

Communication is the key to decreasing labor costs and optimizing cattle performance.

Horse Care

Tips on things you can do to plan for the health and welfare of your horses.

Hay Feeding Methods

Bale grazing to rolling out bales to new bale feeders.

Digital Technology for Cattle

An update on the new technology to help us better manage cattle.

Foot Rot in Cattle

Learn about the cause, signs, treatment and prevention of foot rot.

Planning Your Winter Feed Program

Looking forward to winter and how to plan for winter feed needs.

Implanting

We discuss the timing and management of implanting to create lifetime value.

Lice Control in Cattle

Winter is coming. Making sure we have lice prevention covered.

Acclimating Newly Arrived Calves

Building trust in our cattle is the first step to a solid animal health program.

Pregnancy-Checking Cattle

Learn about new pregnancy determination techniques and how to maximizing calf crop profits.

Bullers in the Feedlot

Say no to bullies! Learn about the buller syndrome in feedlots.

Weaning Mineral Programs

We discuss mineral strategies and programs for your newly received calves.

Diversity and Inclusion

Dr. Dan talks about diversity and inclusion in veterinary medicine.

Receiving Calf Nutrition

Protein, energy, minerals, vitamins and more. Learning about the nutrition requirements of newly received calves.

Calf Weaning Strategies

It is time to plan how you will wean your calves and maintain their body conditioning.

Carcass Transfer in Fed Cattle

Learn about carcass transfer of body weight gain at the end of the feeding period.

Acute Interstitial Pneumonia

Understanding the many causes of AIP and a discussion on how to prevent the syndrome in feeder cattle.

Feed Testing Methods

Testing feed is important for providing a well-balanced diet for your cattle.

Governor's Charity Steer Show

Iowa's beef industry comes together to raise money for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa.

Heat Stress Prevention in Cattle

We will spend time learning how to decrease risk and help treat heat stress in cattle.

Facilities for Working Cattle

An update on new chutes, crowding practices and alleys for working cattle.

Fly Control Programs

Shoo fly. New technology and true practices to reduce fly problems for your cattle.

Resistance in Parasiticides

Focus on the value of feed additives/non-handling vs using the chute.

Ionophores in Beef Cattle Production

Learn about a non-antibiotic tool that improves feed efficiency and modulates intake in cattle.

Pink Eye in Cattle

A session on preventing and treating pink eye in beef cattle.

Equine Annual Health Calendar

Vaccinations, well checks, parasite control and much more for protecting your horse.

Hairy Heel Wart in Dairy and Beef Cattle

Hairy heel wart is a crippling disease to beef and dairy operations.

Pair Them Up

Putting cows and calves together in pairs before moving them from a pasture is critical.

Grass Tetany in Cattle

Key to preventing grass tetany is to have proper mineral balance in cows.

Internal Parasites in Cattle

Protecting your herd from hidden nutrient thieves in cows.

Calfhood Implants

Learn how to implant calves on the cow.

Preparing Cows for Breeding Season

Getting our cows ready for breeding season for optimizing fertility.  

Breeding Soundness Exams for Bulls

Breeding soundess exams are vital for reproductive success in the beef herd.

Transition and History

Join Dr. Dan as he transitions from Kansas to Iowa.

Flea and Tick Control for Dogs

Protecting your dog from vector born diseases.

Hoof Testing and Lameness

Enhancing lameness diagnosis in cattle.

Syringes, Needles, and Injections

Picking the right needles and syringes for injections.

Body Condition

How to score the body condition of your cows.

What is Johnes Disease in Cows?

Johnes disease is a crippling disease in cow herds.

Calf Scour Prevention

Learn about prevention strategies to decrease calf scours in your herd.

Certified Semen Services

Join Dr. Dan Thomson and his guest Dr. Charlie Brown from Accelerated Genetics to discuss certified semen services.

Tuberculosis In Cattle

Learn about recent tuberculosis outbreaks and how these are being prevented in the United States.

Prescribed Pasture Burning

Pasture burning is necessary for improved forage quality.

Winter Hay Management

Managing hay stores and preventing hay wastage.

Buying Hay

Learn the ins and outs to buying hay for your ranch.

2019 Cattle Health Wrap Up

Join Dr. Dan for a 2019 wrap up on cattle health issues and a look towards 2020.

Physical Exam of Cattle

Walk through a physical exam on a bovine for diagnosing disease.

Cattle Genetics and Health

Importance of genetics when it comes to managing your replacements.

Cattle Genetics and Health

Importance of genetics when it comes to managing your replacements.

Johne's Disease In Cows

A look at Johne's disease in beef cattle in the United States.

Work Area Lighting

Lights and action: Tricks to working with cattle when lighting is poor.

Winter Preparations

How to get your cattle and ranch ready for winter.

Cattle Traceability

Learn about cattle traceability efforts in Kansas with CattleTrace.

ET In Beef Production

Embryo transfer is a common tool in beef cattle production.

Lung Pathology

Learn about the changes that occur with respiratory diseases in cattle.

Aflatoxin

How mycotoxins can create issues in your herd.

Lepto and Vibrio

We vaccinate routinely for leptospirosis and vibriosis in cattle.

Feed Mixing Principles

Learn how to get the best mixture of your diets to feed cattle.

Preventing Lice In Cattle

Lice are winter time parasites that are tricky to control.

Grazing Crop Residues

Drop residues are vital resources for cow calf operations.

Rural Veterinary Shortages

Getting veterinarians to rural areas is a matter of food security.

Fetal Sizes and Pregnancy Testing

Learn about fetal growth and how veterinarians age pregnancies in cows.

Fall Preparations For Calves

Preconditioning calves and preparing them for the feedlot.

BVD In Cattle

Bovine viral diarrhea continues to create cattle health and production issues.

Cattle Feeding Housing Systems

Learn differences in housing systems for feeding cattle in the United States.

Swine Health Updates

An update on swine health issues and new diagnostic practices to control disease.

Respiratory Disease in Calves

Understanding the causes of respiratory disease for calves while still on the cow.

Blood Borne Diseases of Dogs

How to protect your dog from blood borne diseases on the ranch.

Stocker Cattle Management

Managing stocker cattle during the summer turnout season.

Understanding Embryo Transfer

The basics of embryo transfer for beef and dairy operations.

Changes in the Dairy Industry

Milk consumption, yogurt production, cheeses: How do these influence dairy businesses.

Cull Cows in the Beef Industry

Learn about cull cows and how they impact the beef industry.

An Update on Antibiotics

An update on antibiotic stewardship as it pertains to beef and dairy production.

Grazing Pastures

Some rules of thumb for keeping pastures productive and cattle healthy.

Building Trust in Cattle

Building trust between the cattle and the caregiver is crucial to cattle health.

Cow Mineral Quality

Learn how to test for mineral bio-availability and quantity to keep cows healthy.

Castration Techniques

A discussion on castration techniques and safety in bull calves.

Cow Parasite Programs

No wormies! Practical parasite control in the cow herd.

Pair Them Up

Putting cows and calves together in pairs before moving them from a pasture is critical.

Weak Calf Syndrome

Prevention and treatment of weak calf syndrome in beef and dairy herds.

Weed Control in Pastures

Update on controlling weeds in your pastures.

USDA Quality Grade Updates

Cattle carcass quality update and a focus on marbling scores.

Treating Abscesses in Cattle

Learn about how to diagnose and treat abscesses when then occur in cattle.

Role of the Technical Services Specialists

Technical services that veterinarians and nutritionists can be a great source of information.

Calf Scours Prevention & Treatment

Guest Dr. Dave Rethorst is on the show to discuss prevention and treatment of calf scours.

The Cost of Poor Cattle Fertility

Fertility in the cow herd is key to financial success.

Spring Branding in Cattle

Preparing for branding the calves in the spring and preparing for turnout.

Retained Placentas and Complications

Retained placentas and endometritis in beef and dairy cows.

Viral Cattle Vaccines

Learn what is in a 5 way viral vaccine and why.

Breeding Soundness Exams

How to take care of that yearling bull after you get him back to your place.

Pregnancy Deterimination

Discussions on how veterinarians diagnose pregnancy in cattle.

Cattle Toxicology

New toxicology cases seen in the Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

Anaplasmosis Update

Where are we on our understanding of anaplasmosis in beef cattle herds.

Day One Calf Care

A discussion on what to do when the calf hits the ground.

Atypical Interstitial Pneumonia

Learn about Atypical Interstitial Pneumonia from this week's guest AJ Tarpoff.

Cattle Movement Regulation Part 2

Part two will help understand how to prepare to move cattle across state line.

Cattle Movement Regulation Part 1

Part one on learning what is required to move cattle from state to state.