AgNext Podcast

On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro are joined by Dr. Nathan DeLay and Dr. Amanda Countryman to discuss trade. Tune in for this insightful episode!

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro speak with Dr. Jason Lombard to discuss Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and its impact on dairy cattle. As an epidemiologist and Dairy Systems Specialist at AgNext, Dr. Lombard has been studying this emerging disease for over a year. He shares insights into what is currently known about HPAI in dairy cattle, its implications for producers, and the ongoing research efforts to better understand and manage the disease.Show Links: Get 10% off the AgNext Research Summit 2025 using the promo code: AgNextPodFor more information and to register for the AgNext Research Summit 2025, visit: agnext.colostate.edu/research-summit-2025/About AgNextAgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom(downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Pedro and Sara welcome Dr. Zong Liu, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M University. Dr. Liu shares insights from his extensive research on manure and compost management, exploring sustainable solutions for the industry. Tune in for an engaging conversation on innovation in this space.Show Links:https://www.texasmanure.org/About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro are joined by Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway, an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences specializing in livestock behavior and welfare. In the episode, Lily explains the connection between animal welfare and sustainability, how welfare is measured, and how her research informs best practices. She also discusses the importance of considering both animal and human well-being in livestock systems. Tune in for an insightful conversation! About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro speak with Libby Bigler, the Colorado Beef Quality Assurance Coordinator at Colorado State University. Together they discuss the importance of the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program, how BQA education supports sustainability, and information for individuals to get certified. For more information about Beef Quality Assurance, go to www.bqa.org About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, hosts Pedro and Kim sit down with Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill, the new Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences at Colorado State University. Having joined CSU in August 2024, Dr. Lawrence-Dill shares insights into her distinguished career and the experiences that led her to this leadership role. Tune in to hear her how she has been impacted by the campus community, her vision for the future of agricultural education and research, and how sustainability and the innovative work of AgNext are shaping the future of the industry.About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro talk about the Climate-Smart Research Facility, the largest facility in the U.S. dedicated to climate-smart animal agriculture research. They're joined by Dr. Sara Place and Leo Sitorski to explore the groundbreaking work happening at the facility and future plans for its expansion. About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro sit down with Dr. Nate DeLay to discuss the Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) awarded to the AgNext team and the novel research our team is conducting. Discover how this project is advancing methane data collection across the entire beef lifecycle, providing critical insights and recommendations for the animal agriculture industry. About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. John Ritten about his recent publication, “Does Drought Intensify the Effects of Black-Tailed Prairie Dogs on Livestock Production and Net Revenue in Semiarid Rangelands?” Prairie dogs are an important part of the ecosystem, but also impact cattle. In addition, drought impacts both cattle production and prairie dogs. Tune in to learn about Dr. Ritten's findings and these variables ultimately impact livestock production and net revenue. This publication can be accessed here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rama.2024.04.011 About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at agnext.colostate.edu. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro are joined by Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson and Anna Shadbolt. Together, they delve into the Grazing Principles—a tool developed by the AgNext team to aid in effective land management practices. Tune in to learn how these principles were crafted in collaboration with producers across the western United States and discover how they are being applied throughout Colorado. Visit the AgNext website to explore the Grazing Principles: agnext.colostate.edu/grazing-principles. About AgNext AgNext is at the forefront of research in animal and ecosystem health, dedicated to enhancing the profitability of the supply chain. Serving as a crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers, AgNext drives innovation in sustainable animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovations that foster animal and ecosystem health, promoting profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at agnext.colostate.edu. Music Credit, Producer, and Artwork Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Nathan DeLay and Agricultural Economist at AgNext. The focus of this episode is the value of farmland data. In the episode, Dr. DeLay discusses his recent publication on this topic as well as current trends in farm data and how producers can work with research groups, like AgNext, to inform further research. Dr. DeLay's publication can be accessed at: https://doi.org/10.3368/le.100.4.041023-0032R1 About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On this Listener's Choice episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro talk with Dr. Sara Place about her new publication in the Journal of Grass and Forage Science. Tune into this episode to learn more from Dr. Place about how ruminants are an important part of sustainable food systems. This publication can be accessed at: doi.org/10.1111/gfs.12673 About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On this Listener's Choice episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Diego Manriquez. Dr. Manriquez is a Dairy Systems Specialist at AgNext. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences and is also a veterinarian. In this episode, Dr. Manriquez discusses an area that he is currently researching: air quality in dairy barns. Tune in to learn more about this novel research area! About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On the first Listener's Choice episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro welcome back Dr. Sara Place, Associate Professor of Feedlot Systems at AgNext. In this episode, Dr. Place discusses methane mitigation opportunities for beef and dairy. Dr. Place has over a decade of experience studying greenhouse gas emissions in beef and dairy systems. Tune into this episode to learn more about methane in animal agriculture, why it is important to study, and some of the ways it can be mitigated. About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Jason Lombard an Associate Professor and Dairy Systems Specialist at AgNext. Dr. Lombard has extensive experience in academia, industry, and more. Tune into this episode to learn more about our newest faculty member! About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro talk with Dr. Greg Thoma AgNext's Director of Agricultural Modeling and Lifecycle Assessment! Dr. Thoma has an amazing career and story. Tune in to learn more! About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro are joined by Agricultural Economist, Dr. Nathan DeLay! Dr. DeLay joined the AgNext team just over 18 months ago and has already established himself as an integral part of the team and also as a professor in the CSU College of Agricultural Sciences. In the episode, Dr. DeLay talks about his career, ongoing research, teaching, and more! About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

This episode of the AgNext Podcast JR and Pedro are joined by Dr. John Ritten. Dr. Ritten is an Agricultural Economist at AgNext and also a University Extension Specialist. Tune in to learn more from Dr. Ritten's career, role at AgNext, interests, and more! About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture. Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at ⁠agnext.colostate.edu⁠. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

This episode's guest of the AgNext Podcast is AgNext's Dairy Systems Specialist, Dr. Diego Manriquez! Dr. Manriquez joined the AgNext team only a few months ago, and has already established himself as a major part of our multidisciplinary team. Join JR and Pedro for their discussion with Diego where they get to know more about his life, career, and interests. About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture.  Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at agnext.colostate.edu. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen

Join JR and Pedro as they talk with Dr. Sara Place about her career, research interests and more! Dr. Sara Place is AgNext's Associate Professor of Feedlot Systems and has over a decade of experience in the field of animal agriculture.

In this episode your hosts, JR and Pedro, talk with the Director of AgNext, Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson. During this conversation, they talk with Kim about her career, research, and interests. Sit back and join us while we tell you about what's Next with AgNext. About AgNext: AgNext is a leader for research in animal and ecosystem health while enhancing profitability of the supply chain and serves as the crossroads for producers, industry partners, and researchers to come together to innovate real time solutions for sustainability animal agriculture.  Our research focuses on advancing the science of animal agriculture to ensure a continued safe, secure, and nutritious food supply. Our mission is to identify and scale innovation that fosters the health of animals and ecosystems to promote profitable industries that support vibrant communities. Learn more at agnext.colostate.edu. Music credit, producer, and artwork: Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from Artlist) Producer: Erica Giesenhagen Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen