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The Future of Beef ShowE8: Calf Health with Dr Taylor EngleWelcome to the 8th episode of The Future of Beef Show: Connected Calf Health with Dr. Taylor Engle.
What if the best way to raise healthier, better-performing calves didn’t start with treatments, but with trust—trust in your environment, your protocols, and your team? In this forward-looking conversation, we’re joined by Dr. Taylor Engle of Four Star Veterinary Services to explore how producers can improve calf health outcomes by rethinking everything from birth to bunk.
Dr. Engle draws on her unique background across swine, poultry, and beef production systems to break down calf health...2025-07-151h 14
The Future of BeefE7: Innovation in Ag Tech with Ian WhealWelcome to the 7th episode of The Future of Beef Show: Ag Tech Innovation with Ian Wheal. In this deeply personal and practical episode, we flip the mic to interview our own Ian Wheal—co-founder of Breedr and the tech visionary behind much of what makes this show tick. From his family’s sheep and beef operation in Australia to consulting on global ag supply chains, Ian shares a candid, plainspoken look at what’s broken in agriculture—and how technology, done right, can fix it. We dive into the origin story of B...2025-07-0157 min
The Future of Beef ShowE7: Innovation in Ag Tech with Ian WhealWelcome to the 7th episode of The Future of Beef Show: Ag Tech Innovation with Ian Wheal.
In this deeply personal and practical episode, we flip the mic to interview our own Ian Wheal—co-founder of Breedr and the tech visionary behind much of what makes this show tick. From his family’s sheep and beef operation in Australia to consulting on global ag supply chains, Ian shares a candid, plainspoken look at what’s broken in agriculture—and how technology, done right, can fix it.
We dive into the origin story of B...2025-07-0157 min
The Future of Beef ShowE6: Redefining Yield Prices with Dale WoernerWelcome to the sixth episode of The Future of Beef Show: Data-Driven Carcass Insights with Dr. Dale Woerner.
In this episode, host Jim Johnson, alongside co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, welcomes Dr. Dale Woerner—a leading meat science researcher at Texas Tech University—for a candid discussion on one of the most overlooked yet pivotal issues in the beef industry: carcass yield accuracy.
Dr. Woerner breaks down how outdated grading systems and the industry’s reluctance to adopt new technologies like X-ray vision are costing producers dearly. From heavier cattle n...2025-06-171h 27
The Future of BeefE6: Redefining Yield Prices with Dale WoernerWelcome to the sixth episode of The Future of Beef Show: Data-Driven Carcass Insights with Dr. Dale Woerner.In this episode, host Jim Johnson, alongside co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, welcomes Dr. Dale Woerner—a leading meat science researcher at Texas Tech University—for a candid discussion on one of the most overlooked yet pivotal issues in the beef industry: carcass yield accuracy.Dr. Woerner breaks down how outdated grading systems and the industry’s reluctance to adopt new technologies like X-ray vision are costing producers dearly. From heavier cattle not translating to higher red meat yields, to the...2025-06-171h 27
The Future of Beef ShowE5: Succession with Alan HojerWelcome to the fifth episode of The Future of Beef Show: Succession with Alan Hojer.
In this episode, host Jim Johnson, alongside co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Alan Hojer—succession expert and advocate for legacy ranching families—to explore one of the most emotional and vital topics in the beef industry: succession planning.
Alan brings over a decade of hands-on experience helping agricultural families navigate the complexities of generational transition. From guiding honest conversations over coffee to building long-term, values-based succession plans, Alan emphasizes that true legacy...2025-06-101h 07
The Future of BeefE5: Succession with Alan HojerWelcome to the fifth episode of The Future of Beef Show: Succession with Alan Hojer.In this episode, host Jim Johnson, alongside co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Alan Hojer—succession expert and advocate for legacy ranching families—to explore one of the most emotional and vital topics in the beef industry: succession planning.Alan brings over a decade of hands-on experience helping agricultural families navigate the complexities of generational transition. From guiding honest conversations over coffee to building long-term, values-based succession plans, Alan emphasizes that...2025-06-101h 07
The Future of Beef3oz Portion: Calving with Dr. Taylor EngleWelcome to a special 3oz portion episode of The Future of Beef Show: Calving with Dr. Taylor Engle.In this special "3oz Portion" episode, host Jim Johnson is joined by co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal for a focused conversation with Dr. Taylor Engle, diving deep into best practices for calving season—from nutrition and data collection to health preparedness and genetic planning.Dr. Engle shares insights from the frontlines of calving management, offering practical strategies to ensure healthier calves, more productive cows, and better long-term herd performance. Wh...2025-06-1010 min
The Future of Beef Show3oz Portion: Calving with Dr. Taylor EngleWelcome to a special 3oz portion episode of The Future of Beef Show: Calving with Dr. Taylor Engle.
In this special "3oz Portion" episode, host Jim Johnson is joined by co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal for a focused conversation with Dr. Taylor Engle, diving deep into best practices for calving season—from nutrition and data collection to health preparedness and genetic planning.
Dr. Engle shares insights from the frontlines of calving management, offering practical strategies to ensure healthier calves, more productive cows, and better long-term herd performance. Whether you're a se...2025-06-1010 min
The Future of Beef ShowE4: Genomics with Nick JorgensenWelcome to the fourth episode of The Future of Beef Show: Genomics with Nick Jorgensen.
In this episode, host Jim Johnson, alongside co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Nick Jorgensen, CEO and CFO of Jorgensen Land & Cattle, to explore how genomics and cutting-edge data tools are shaping the future of sustainable beef production.
Nick shares how his family operation has evolved into one of the most innovative beef and seedstock producers in the U.S., leveraging soil health, genetic selection, and business diversification to stay resilient and pr...2025-06-101h 13
The Future of BeefE4: Genomics with Nick JorgensenWelcome to the fourth episode of The Future of Beef Show: Genomics with Nick Jorgensen.In this episode, host Jim Johnson, alongside co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Nick Jorgensen, CEO and CFO of Jorgensen Land & Cattle, to explore how genomics and cutting-edge data tools are shaping the future of sustainable beef production.Nick shares how his family operation has evolved into one of the most innovative beef and seedstock producers in the U.S., leveraging soil health, genetic selection, and business diversification to stay...2025-06-101h 13
The Future of Beef ShowE3: Genetics with Troy MarshallWelcome to the third episode of The Future of Beef Show: Genetics with Troy Marshall.
In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sit down with Troy Marshall, Director of Commercial Industry Relations at the American Angus Association to discuss how genetics can shape smarter breeding decisions and maximize profitability in the beef industry.
As always, you’ll find additional resources and tools at TheFutureofBeef.com, including a 6-month free trial of the award-winning Breedr app.
What you will learn in th...2025-06-101h 13
The Future of BeefE3: Genetics with Troy MarshallWelcome to the third episode of The Future of Beef Show: Genetics with Troy Marshall.In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sit down with Troy Marshall, Director of Commercial Industry Relations at the American Angus Association to discuss how genetics can shape smarter breeding decisions and maximize profitability in the beef industry.As always, you’ll find additional resources and tools at TheFutureofBeef.com, including a 6-month free trial of the award-winning Breedr app.What you will learn in this episode:1️⃣ How geneti...2025-06-101h 13
The Future of Beef ShowE2: Beating the Bell Curve with John SchroederWelcome to the second episode of The Future of Beef Show: Beating the Bell Curve with John Schroeder.
In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sit down with John Schroeder, General Manager of Darr Feedlot to discuss managing cattle individually to maximize performance and profitability.
As always you’ll find additional resources and tools at the futureofbeef.com, including a 6 month free trial of the award-winning Breedr app.
What you will learn in this episode:
1️⃣ How individual animal track...2025-06-101h 12
The Future of BeefE2: Beating the Bell Curve with John SchroederWelcome to the second episode of The Future of Beef Show: Beating the Bell Curve with John Schroeder. In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sit down with John Schroeder, General Manager of Darr Feedlot to discuss managing cattle individually to maximize performance and profitability. As always you’ll find additional resources and tools at the futureofbeef.com, including a 6 month free trial of the award-winning Breedr app.What you will learn in this episode: 1️⃣ How individual animal tracking can drive better decisions on ranch2025-06-101h 12
The Future of BeefE1: Connected Beef with Lamar SteigerWelcome to the inaugural episode of The Future of Beef podcast! In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Lamar Steiger, owner of 808 Ranch and founder of Ranch to Retail, to explore how the beef industry is evolving through supply chain collaboration, data-driven management, and stronger producer partnerships.Lamar shares his experience working with Walmart’s Prime Pursuits program to create a more transparent and connected beef supply chain. From tales of growing up on his family's ranch to leading large-scale supply chain innovations, Lamar discusses how producers can be...2025-06-101h 28
The Future of Beef ShowE1: Connected Beef with Lamar SteigerWelcome to the inaugural episode of The Future of Beef podcast! In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Lamar Steiger, owner of 808 Ranch and founder of Ranch to Retail, to explore how the beef industry is evolving through supply chain collaboration, data-driven management, and stronger producer partnerships.
Lamar shares his experience working with Walmart’s Prime Pursuits program to create a more transparent and connected beef supply chain. From tales of growing up on his family's ranch to leading large-scale supply chain innovations, Lamar discusses how pr...2025-06-101h 28
American Cattlemen PodcastBeating the Bell Curve with John SchroederWelcome to the second episode of The Future of Beef Show: Beating the Bell Curve with John Schroeder. In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sit down with John Schroeder, General Manager of Darr Feedlot to discuss managing cattle individually to maximize performance and profitability.
As always you’ll find additional resources and tools at the futureofbeef.com, including a 6 month free trial of the award-winning Breedr app.
What you will learn in this episode:
How individual animal tracking can drive better decisions on ranch
How ranchers can int...2025-02-271h 12
American Cattlemen PodcastWelcome to the inaugural episode of The Future of Beef podcastWelcome to the inaugural episode of The Future of Beef podcast! In this episode, host Jim Johnson, along with co-hosts Dr. Jessica Sperber and Ian Wheal, sits down with Lamar Steiger, owner of 808 Ranch and founder of Ranch to Retail, to explore how the beef industry is evolving through supply chain collaboration, data-driven management, and stronger producer partnerships.
Lamar shares his experience working with Walmart’s Prime Pursuits program to create a more transparent and connected beef supply chain. From tales of growing up on his family's ranch to leading large-scale supply chain innovations, Lamar dis...2025-02-121h 28