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Agronomy HighlightsS2E20: Summer Annual ForagesRecorded: 5/21/2024Interested in increasing forage availability during the summer slump? Summer annual forages might be for you! In this episode, we bring on forage crop and beef systems expert Dr. Daren Redfearn of the University of Nebraska to discuss types of summer annual forages, growing these crops, and how to best incorporate them into your farming operation. Forage species discussed include sorghum, sudangrass, sorghum-sudangrass, and pearl millet. Links:Alternative Forages for Spring and Summer PlantingNebGuide: Summer Annual Forage GrassesUNL BEEF: Recent BeefWatch TopicsHosts: Joseph Akins and Justin B...
2024-06-0358 min
Working Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthEp. 367 – Aaron Berger – Setting Replacement Heifers Up for SuccessAaron Berger and Extension Educator with the University of Nebraska and the Host of the BeefWatch Podcast joined me to discuss what he has seen work well as far as setting replacement heifers up for success. We talk about all phases of the replacement heifer’s life and how to manager her to give her the greatest chance of succeeding as a cow in the herd with a long and productive life. After the interview I share a portion of a recent talk given by Bart Carmichael of Wedge Tent Ranch at a recent May Calving tour hosted by We...
2024-06-0347 min
All Points PodcastBeefwatch 2024 Beefwatch 2024 continues. Did Drizzy feed the info? Did Kenny put hands on his woman? The neverending weekend continues.
2024-05-091h 09
Casual Cattle ConversationsFeed Smarter, Not Harder: Strategies to Minimize Feed Waste and Increase Profitability - Aaron Berger
In a world where every penny counts and sustainability is paramount, feed waste is an area of cattle production that can't be overlooked. Aaron Berger, the extension educator with a passion for helping cattlemen and women improve the entire system of their operations, shares game-changing insights to help cattle producers increase profitability by focusing on feed waste. With years of experience and a diverse background, Aaron's expertise shines a light on a path to profitability. Aaron Berger takes us on a journey toward a more efficient future for cattle producers everywhere.
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2023-10-3033 min
Dr. Js BeefHelpful hints for winter calvingDr. Halden Clark, UNL veterinarian talks about helpful management practices for winter/early spring calving. Additionally resources can be found at https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023/managing-hypothermia-newborn-calves
2023-02-2437 minDr. Js BeefEarly weaningKarla Wilke, UNL, was guest for the week talking about early weaning of calves. This was addressed in the form of a drought management option for producers, but also general information for success of early weaning calves. More drought options can be found https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2022/what-are-my-options-when-i-am-out-grass
2022-06-1428 minWorking Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthEp. 181 – Aaron Berger – Supplementation StrategyAaron Berger, a UNL Beef Educator and host of the BeefWatch Podcast, joined me once again to discuss supplementation strategy. We talk about how to find the best supplements in your region, when to supplement as well as different ways to think about delivering those supplements.
2021-03-2200 min
UNL BeefWatchPreventing Calf ScoursHalden Clark, DVM discusses the January 5 BeefWatch Webinar Series that focused on preventing calf scours using the Sandhills Calving Method.
2021-01-1316 minWorking Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthEp. 096 – Aaron Berger – Ten Things to Consider When Evaluating Moving Calving DateAaron Berger, a beef specialist with UNL Extension, joins me to discuss his article in the June edition of the BeefWatch Newsletter. We discuss taking a systems approach to considering moving calving season date. Aaron also shares a little about his great companion podcast to the BeefWatch Newsletter, the BeefWatch Podcast.
2019-06-1500 minWorking Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthEp. 063 – Aaron Berger – Leased Land and Cow HerdsAaron Berger, Beef Educator with the University of Nebraska Lincoln joined me to discuss issues related to his recent article in the BeefWatch Newsletter regarding the ins and outs of leasing land and cow herds.
2018-12-1936 minWorking Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthEp. 063 – Aaron Berger – Leased Land and Cow HerdsAaron Berger, Beef Educator with the University of Nebraska Lincoln joined me to discuss issues related to his recent article in the BeefWatch Newsletter regarding the ins and outs of leasing land and cow herds. Support WCP: WCP Amazon Wishlist WorkingCows.net/Support Links Mentioned: Reviewing Cow-calf Share and Cash Lease Agreements Cow-calf Share/Lease Cow-Q-Lator (3rd Document…
2018-12-1900 minWorking Cows - Regenerative Ranching to Maximize Profitability and Soil HealthEp. 046 – Aaron Berger – Economic AnalysisAaron Berger is the Host of the BeefWatch Podcast, the companion to UNL’s BeefWatch Newsletter. Aaron is a beef specialist with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Extension Service in the Southwest Panhandle of Nebraska.
2018-09-0336 min