Podcasts about beef production

As of January 1, the U.S. cattle herd was tallied at 86.7 million head, the lowest since 1951. Do we panic? Well…it is definitely something to consider – the herd size, not the induced panic – but there is something else at play. The beef supply hasn't seen as steep of a drop off.

On this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with University of Kentucky ag economist Kenny Burdine about supply and demand, consumer prices, and some risk management.Market highlights:» The 5-market average fed steers price was down over $4 per cwt for the week at $202.73.» February live cattle futures prices were also down by roughly $3, closing at $197.73 today.» Choice boxed beef slid about $7 to $314.70 this week. Select boxed beef fell by about $5 to $307.14.» March feeder cattle future prices were actually $2 higher this week at $267.08» National base hog carcass price was 3% higher at $86.09 for the week» February lean hog futures were $2 higher on the week, closing today at $89.48» Pork cutout values were also higher, by about $5, trading at $102.21 for the week Weekly Slaughter:» Cattle slaughter was estimated down almost 4% for the week at 561,000 head. That is down over 8% year-to-date» Hog slaughter was virtually flat with last week at 2.54 million head, but down over 6% YTD.February WASDE:» 2025 beef production was raised by 3% from January - mostly due to resumption of Mexican live cattle imports. This would be 1.6% lower than 2024. Additional key factors to watch will be female slaughter and harvest weights.» 2025 pork production forecast was raised slightly from January and sits at an estimated 2.7% increase from 2024.» Broiler production was unchanged from last month and is projected to increase by 1.4% in 2025.» Estimated 2025 egg production was lowered by 2% from January, but wholesale egg price forecast was raised by $1.50.Consumer Price Index for January:» Consumer price index increased 0.5% in January, 3% increase over the last 12 months» Energy, gasoline, and food were all higher» Food index was up 0.4% for the month and 2.5% over the last yearRisk Management:» Recent price declines were a good reminder that risk is always out there» The market has been on tear the last couple of years, but we have seen several pullbacks along the way» Basic strategies» Forward contracts, internet sale with delayed delivery» Futures contacts» Options» LRP insurance» My general approach to risk management» Know what tools are out there» Know how price changes impact returns» Don't make decisions in real time» Don't try to manage risk looking backwardsNext Week's Reports:» Livestock Slaughter» Cattle on FeedConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses 2025 beef production forecasts for the January outlook and how that compares to projections from December.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield's Meghan Grebner talks with ag economist Charley Martinez about USDA raising 2025 beef production, supply and demand numbers, and more.Market highlights:Live cattle prices close 20 cents higher than last week at $197/cwt. February live cattle prices were up $3.30 compared to a week ago, and January feeder cattle future prices were up $7 on the week up to $272.35. Choice box beef was at $332.84 end of this week, which is up from $325.24 last week. Cash hogs were 31 cents lower this week at $79/cwt. February lean hog futures were up $1.40 to $82.55 on the week. Pork cutout values were up 47 cents from a week ago, to $92.02/cwt this week.Weekly Slaughter:At the end of the week, cattle slaughter was 579,000 head, up from 471,000 last week, and 51,000 head higher than last year. Hog slaughter was 2.384 million head, up 526,000 from the previous week and up 263,000 compared to year ago.Supply and Demand:In proteins - Red meat and poultry production for 2024 was lowered due to November production data and expectations for slaughter numbers and weights for December. Egg production was also lowered due to the national layer flock being culled because of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)-related culling reported in December.Beef - 2025 beef production was raised because of higher placements expected during the fourth quarter of 2024. This equates to a 125-million-pound increase on 2025 estimates. The adjustment up leaves 2025 beef production still down 4.42% compared to 2024 beef production. 2025 Q1 is expected to be higher in 2025 compared to 2024, but Q2-Q4 expectations are expected to be much lower than 2024. Steer price was adjusted up $5/cwt to $196/cwt on average in 2025, with Q3 ($196/cwt) and Q4 ($198/cwt) being at or above the yearly average.Pork - 2025 pork production was raised 140 million pounds due to increases in farrowing and pig crop data. This equates to 722 million more pounds expected in 2025 compared to 2024. Total production in 2025 is expected to be 2.59% higher than 2024. Each quarter in 2025 is expected to be high than 2024 quarterly production numbers. Prices were adjusted up $1/cwt up to $63/cwt. Which would be approximately $1.50 higher than last year's average. Prices are expected to elevate through the year up to $70/cwt.Winter Wheat and Canola Seedings Report:Texas was 5% up compared to a year ago. Oklahoma was 2% down compared to a year ago. Montana was up 15% compared to a year ago.Connect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, editors discuss possible impacts of tariffs, Chad Ross of Saskatchewan Cattlemen's Association explains Canadian beef production, and Dan Putnam explains how water resources remain a challenge for alfalfa farmers in California.

On this episode of Agriculture Today, we will learn about continued delays in Congress over getting a farm bill extension passed, beef production estimates for 2025, updates from the Indiana Farm Bureau recent state meeting, and more impacts to ag equipment purchases amid a tough farm economy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brownfield's Meghan Grebner and livestock economist Scott Brown talk about the USDA lowering their 2025 beef production estimates in this episode of Weekly Livestock Market Update.This week in the markets:Live fed cattle prices are $3.40 higher on the week, while feeder cattle markets were $3 to $8 lower on the week. February live cattle were up $6.20 on the week, and January feeder cattle were up $1.75 on the week. Choice box beef was $3.35 higher this week. Cash hogs were $0.75 higher this week. February lean hog futures were down $1.85 on the week. Pork cutout values were $3.00 higher this week.Weekly Slaughter:At the end of the week, cattle slaughter was 609,000 head, down 5,000 on the week but down 38,000 for the year. Hog slaughter was 2.573 million head, down 29,000 from the previous week and down 122,000 on the year. Year-to-date cattle slaughter is down 3.7% relative to last year, and hog slaughter is up 0.7%.WASDE:USDA's supply and demand report lowered 2025 beef production by 615 million pounds due in large part to the assumption that the Mexican border is closed to feeder cattle. A reopening of feeder cattle from Mexico would likely result in USDA adjusting 2025 beef production higher. USDA raised 2025 beef imports by 195 million pounds over their November estimate. USDA increased 2025 cattle and hog prices by $3 this month, pushing fed cattle prices to $1.91. USDA did lower the 2024/25 soybean meal price by $20 per ton this month.Retail Prices:The retail price of choice beef was $8.32 per pound in November 2024, up 2.7% from October 2024. Year-to-date retail beef prices are 3% above the same period in 2023. The pork retail price was $4.95 per pound in November 2024, up 0.6% from October. Boneless pork chops jumped 6.3% in November relative to October.Next week's reports:» Livestock Slaughter» Cattle on FeedConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join the Progressive Cattle editors in a discussion about the candidates for USDA secretary, and a follow-up discussion on Trump's named pick for the position. Scott Wright, director of the Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence at University of Saskatchewan, visits with David and Tyrell about the facility's research and mission in beef production. And listen in as editors share some special memories of Christmas morning work chores growing up on the ranch.

Rule to Enhance Cattle Market Price Discovery U.S. beef production this year is running a little higher than had been expected.

There's a global trend for farms to scale up and intensify their production and the UK is no different. We ask why it's happening and what impact it's having.We visit a beef finishing unit in Yorkshire, which fattens 4,000 cattle a year in pens. The farmer reckons this intensive system can produce beef more efficiently and in half the time of extensively grazed systems.And the Northern Ireland government has launched its first "Food Strategy Framework". Its aims include tackling diet-related health problems, increasing resilience in the agri-food supply chain, building the "food economy" and creating more of a food culture in Northern Ireland. An "action plan" will follow early next year, setting out what changes the Government will make to meet those aims.Presented by Caz Graham Produced by Heather Simons

This ten-episode series was recorded live at the Concordia Annual Summit during Climate Week in New York City.Throughout this series, we'll explore a diverse range of topics, including energy access, large-scale conservation efforts, the climate impact of cattle and beef production, youth leadership in climate action, regenerative agriculture, EV charging infrastructure, water access and health, the impact of Indigenous communities, sustainable business practices in developing countries, and cutting-edge technology for building decarbonization.The Summit Series 2024: Conversations from the Concordia Annual SummitEp. 1: Conservation at Scale with Peter Fearnhead, CEO of African ParksEp. 2: Electrifying 300 Million Africans by 2030 with Andy Herscowitz, CEO of Mission 300 AcceleratorEp. 3: Climate Impact of Cattle and Beef Production with Jason Weller, Global CSO of JBS FoodsEp. 4: Youth Leading Climate Action with Michael Nyenhuis, CEO of UNICEF USAEp. 5: Regenerative Agriculture and Sustainable Land Use with Richard Zaltzman, CEO of EIT FoodEp. 6: The Future of EV Charging with Hooman Shahidi, CEO of EVPassportEp. 7: Water Access and Health with Greg Allgood, VP of Water Access and Health for World VisionEp. 8: The Importance of Indigenous Communities in Protecting the Amazon with Nemonte Nenquimo and Mitch Anderson, Founders of Amazon FrontlinesEp. 9: Closing the Funding Gap for SDG-related Investments in Developing Countries with Naomi Nwokolo, Executive Director of the United Nations Global Compact NigeriaEp. 10: Technology for Building Decarbonization with Erika Gupta, Head of Sustainability for Siemens Financial Services Americas

Regardless of your preferred breed, industry segment, or stance on grass-fed vs. grain-fed, we can all agree on one thing- beef production is important. Join host Josie Jones as she discusses the Three P's of Beef Production with Mason Hills Farm owner Joseph Mason. 

Beef production across the UK is down, but the demand is steady or rising. Should farmers be worried about imports taking over their market?And what about alternative forms of protein, such as artificial meat? Research into this and other possibilities has been given a boost by the establishment of a new research group, costing £38 million.And riding along in a combine harvester as it takes in this year's crop of oilseed rape.Presented by Anna HillProduced by Alun Beach

Are you looking for innovative ways to boost your calves' weight gain without breaking the bank? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Mark Johnson, a professor at Oklahoma State University, to explore the potential of creep grazing as an alternative to traditional creep feeding. Drawing from his rich background in commercial cow-calf operations, Mark shares valuable insights into this cost-effective management practice that could revolutionize your approach to calf nutrition. We delve into the nuts and bolts of creep grazing, comparing its advantages to conventional creep feeding methods and discussing how it might fit into your operation's unique needs. Key Points Covered: • The fundamentals of creep grazing and its potential benefits • Cost-effectiveness compared to traditional creep feeding • Practical implementation strategies and infrastructure considerations • Ideal timing for introducing creep grazing in your management plan 00:02:30 Passion for Beef Production 00:05:11 Understanding Creep Grazing 00:06:31 Variety in Forage Options 00:08:09 Advantages of Creep Grazing 00:08:24 The Pros and Cons of Creep Feeding 00:13:17 Cost Effectiveness of Creep Grazing 00:14:32 Marketing Considerations for Creep Grazing 00:16:00 Setting Up Creep Grazing Structures 00:17:29 Challenges and Considerations of Creep Grazing 00:19:08 Benefits of Creep Grazing for Calves 00:20:28 Simplicity and Cost-effectiveness of Creep Grazing 00:22:29 Determining Creep Grazing Area Size 00:24:07 Timing and Benefits of Starting Creep Grazing 00:25:47 Excitement for Future of Beef Industry https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/

Is liquidation in the beef cattle sector finally slowing? What about the aging of the cow herd? What might this fall calving season hold? Herd rebuilding, drought, consumer demand and preferences as well as cost of feeding and the dairy on beef trend. These all are topics we tackle as we dig into the beef industry and what's likely ahead.Joining us today to discuss the state of the beef industry is Don Close, chief researcher and analytics officer with Terrain Ag. We caught up with Don during this week's Ag Media Summit in Kansas City.This episode is sponsored by United Animal Health, a leader in animal health and nutrition. You can learn more about United Animal Health and how they are working to advance animal science worldwide by visiting the website at UnitedANH.com 

A New Way to Buy Beef Direct From Producers in an online auction process.

Season 7 || Episode 29 Let's take a trip to learn about the beef industry around the world! Join rancher and podcaster Shaye Wanner as she invites Andrew Uden, a seasoned industry professional, to share his multifaceted experiences spanning continents and cultures. From Scotland to Brazil and A LOT of other countries in between, Andrew's captivating experiences offer a new perspective to how we operate as cattlemen and women in the United States. Andrew shares what he learned about overcoming labor shortages, genetics, natural resources, government regulations and more during our conversation.  Key Moments: 00:00:00 Exploring Global Perspectives in Beef Production 00:02:18 Andrew Uden's Background and Current Work 00:03:20 Diverse Involvement in Beef Industry 00:03:52 Exploring International Agriculture 00:10:01 Diverse Global Experiences 00:19:24 Appreciating the US Beef Industry 00:19:43 The Abundance of Water Resources and Organizational Structure in North America 00:23:34 Independence of Cattle Producers in Different Countries 00:29:08 Efficiency in Cattle Production: USA vs. Australia 00:29:52 Efficiency and Infrastructure in Australian Agriculture 00:35:18 Bringing Non-Ag Employees into Agriculture 00:36:08 Regulation and Trade Wars in Agriculture 00:37:43 Challenges in Beef Production and Processing 00:37:58 Challenges in Cattle Management and Regulations 00:44:16 Importance of Private Property and Water Rights 00:46:10 Stewardship of Natural Resources Connect with Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-uden-15182b9b/ Green Cover Seed: https://greencover.com/ Podcast Coaching: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/podcast-coaching RancherMinds: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ranchermind-events Follow us on Social Media @cattleconvos 

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In this Weekly Livestock Market Update, Brownfield Anchor/Reporter Meghan Grebner and University of Missouri Market Analyst Scott Brown talk USDA cutting 2025 beef production by 1.5 billion pounds.Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/This week in the markets:Live fed cattle prices are $1.20 lower on the week, while feeder cattle prices were $3.00 lower to $3.00 higher this week. June live cattle were down $0.85 on the week, and August feeder cattle were down $4.35 on the week. Choice box beef was $2.30 higher this week. Cash hogs were $0.15 higher this week. June lean hog futures were down $0.65 on the week. Pork cutout values were up $0.50 this week.Weekly Slaughter:At the end of the week, cattle slaughter was 622,000 head, unchanged on the week and down 22,000 for the year. Hog slaughter was 2.390 million head, down 17,000 from the previous week but up 28,000 on the year. Year-to-date cattle slaughter is down 4.4% relative to last year, and hog slaughter is up 0.5%.WASDE:USDA's May WASDE contained the first estimate for 2025 for livestock markets. They project that beef production will decline by 1.5 billion pounds relative to their 2024 estimate. 2025 pork production is expected to rise by over 300 million pounds relative to 2024. USDA estimates fed steer prices will average $188 in 2025, up $4.50 from their 2024 estimate. They project a 4% decline in 2025 hog prices.Consumer Sentiment:The May consumer sentiment report showed a nearly 13% decline in consumer sentiment from last month. The index is at its lowest level in around six months. Inflation, unemployment and interest rates are all given as reasons for the retreat in consumer sentiment.Next week's reports:➡︎ Retail PricesConnect with us:➡︎ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/brownfield➡︎ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews➡︎ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBR7KnDynZ0hw7xF23dE94ABrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join me, Cal Hardage, on the Grazing Grass Podcast for an enlightening discussion on the intricacies of cattle raising, where we examine the second part of the Lasater Philosophy, focusing on the significance of reproductive efficiency in beef production. Discover Tom Lasater's unconventional approach to heifer retention, advocating for breeding at a young age and the merits of a condensed, 65-day breeding period. Listen in as I reflect on the initial hesitation surrounding these methods, the advantages they present for calving ahead of the herd, and how this strategy can transform a grass-fed beef operation. The dialogue invites ranchers to engage with these breeding philosophies and assess their practical applications on the field.The episode also delves into the emotional and economic challenges of herd management, sharing a personal tale of a difficult calving and the subsequent culling decision, highlighting the necessity of record-keeping in monitoring herd progress. Explore the concept of performance testing in natural environments, the principle of direct selection in breeding, and how immediate, decisive changes can yield a more efficient herd. Engage with the narrative of how ignoring non-essential traits and prioritizing reproductive efficiency can dramatically enhance a ranch's productivity, as we dissect these topics with the wisdom gleaned from experiences both personal and shared by others in the field, including insights from Allen Williams, as discussed in the Herd Quitter podcast.

In this episode, join host Dawn Noemdoe and Motshabi Mokolobate-Chadyiwa, junior researcher at the Agricultural Research Council, explore climate-smart beef production systems. Discover the importance of sustainable grazing, agroforestry integration, and key policy interventions driving global adoption of climate-smart practices in beef production.

The USDA has updated production numbers in beef harvesting for the year. This will be good news for everyone if the production lines get moving. For now, keep product on hand and continue to buy what you need, there may be a bargain or two out there.Poultry production and demand continue strong, but this week pricing is pausing. Increases are coming. Avian Flu is not going away. April has been the biggest loss month since last winter and we have one more week to go.There is not much movement in pork pricing this week, but we could see that change this summer. Pork is still a great protein option.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Enhance your farming practices with insights on climate-smart beef production on Farmer's Inside Track. Join host Dawn Noemdoe and expert Motshabi Mokolobate-Chadyiwa as they share strategies for adapting to climate change and maximising efficiently with tips on climate smart beef production.

Join Dave as he interviews Paul Bennison this week on Manufacturing Hub to answer that question.We'll talk about sustainability in a number of different verticals.

Brownfield Anchor/Reporter Meghan Grebner and University of Missouri Market Analyst Scott Brown talk about the USDA raising beef production in the latest Supply and Demand report.Learn more about what's happening in the agriculture markets here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/markets/Find more agriculture news here: https://brownfieldagnews.com/This week in the markets:Live fed cattle prices are $1.85 higher on the week, while feeder cattle prices were $3.00 to $6.00 higher this week. April live cattle were down $0.65 on the week, and April feeder cattle were down $4.25 on the week. Choice box beef was $2.70 higher this week. Cash hogs are up $0.65 this week. April lean hog futures were down $3.30 on the week. Pork cutout values were up $0.50 this week.Weekly slaughter:At the end of the week, cattle slaughter was 583,000 head, down 16,000 on the week and down 48,000 for the year. Hog slaughter was 2.456 million head, down 93,000 from the previous week and down 52,000 on the year.Jobs report:February jobs totaled 275,000, above the pre-report estimate of 198,000. However, the unemployment rate increased to 3.9%Monthly trade data:January 2024 beef exports totaled 232.6 million pounds, down 4.1% relative to the year-ago level. Mexico increased U.S. beef by 17.2% in January relative to one year ago. January beef imports increased by 38.1% relative to last year as Brazil, Australia, and New Zealand all sent more beef to the U.S. Pork exports rose 5.8% in January relative to last year at 587.8 million pounds. WASDE:USDA raised March beef production by 140 million pounds and increased beef imports by 50 million pounds. Total beef, pork, and chicken production was increase by 270 million pounds from USDA's February numbers. USDA lowered corn prices by $.05 this month. Next week's reports:➡︎ Retail Prices➡︎ Consumer SentimentConnect with us:➡︎ X (formally Twitter): https://twitter.com/brownfield➡︎ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNews➡︎ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBR7KnDynZ0hw7xF23dE94ABrownfield Ag News creates and delivers original content across multiple media platforms. Brownfield is the largest and one of the oldest agricultural news networks in the country carrying agricultural news, markets, weather, commentary and feature content.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 Letitia James Wants To Keep Men In Women's Sports And End Beef Production In NY https://www.audacy.com/989word The Charlie James Show Listen on Spotify : https://spoti.fi/3MXOvGP Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-charlie-james-show-podcast/id1547262821 Follow us on Social Media Join our Live Stream Weekdays - 3pm to 7pm Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/989word Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2031096 X: https://twitter.com/989word Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/989word/ "Red Meat, Greenville." 03/01/24

Bad winter weather in the Midwest had big effects on beef production. Two major packers idled plants completely and several were only running one shift. This will tighten availability. If you need middle meats, buy what you need. Other cuts will be better to buy sooner than later.Chicken production was up slightly. Wings, breasts, and tenders are moving higher but chicken is still a good protein buy. Ten new cases of Avian Flu were reported affecting 1.6 million birds.Pork bellies closed over $100 this week. With production slightly up and headcount slightly down, plenty of pork is still available at a good value.There is plenty of corn for food, feed, and fuel. Soy demand is lacking, driving prices lower.Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Welcome to BCI Cattle Chat!  Please click on any links below to be taken to sources mentioned in the podcast. Keep an eye out for news regarding the podcast on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 2:25 Sustainability in Beef Production   12:39 Herd Records in Cow-Calf Operations   20:11 Feeder Calf Marketing Information on CalfDex Guest:… Continue reading Sustainability in Beef Production, Herd Records, Feeder Calf Marketing

Details on USDA's October outlook on beef production connect with its price forecasts for this year and next? Rod Bain with USDA has the story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good help can be difficult to secure for your ranch, and that makes finding ways to maximize animal performance with less labor input even more important to your bottom line. Joining us on this segment of Feedstuffs in Focus to explain how labor efficiency can be maximized through feed is Dusty Abney, Ph.D., with Cargill Animal Nutrition.  This podcast is brought to you by Cargill Animal Nutrition and its Ranger Limiter Technology, a proprietary technology that works with your forages and feeding programs to meet your animal performance goals in a self-fed format. Ranger provides versatility to fit a variety of commodities and feed ingredients while optimizing performance and the right gain for your cattle and operation. Ranger Limited,  do it your way. Find out more about Cargill and Ranger Limiter at RangerLimiter.comFor more information, on this and other topics, we invite you to visit our websites - www.beefmagazine.com, www.Feedstuffs.com,  and www.NationalHogFarmer.com. While you are there be sure to check out our digital editions and our new Feedstuffs 365 platform.

UC Davis Professor, Dr. Frank Mitloehner, and CLEAR Center members took to Mexico to attend the Congress Internationale de la Carne in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, where they met and discussed sustainability efforts with the Minister of Agriculture. In addition to meeting with beef cattle producers and others in the livestock industry to share research coming from the UC Davis CLEAR Center, we got to tour feedlots and discuss sustainable practices that are currently being implemented. For example, rotational grazing can improve forage quality and soil carbon sequestration while implementing shade for cattle can improve efficiencies in production, and promote animal welfare. [Public Affairs] [Science] [Show ID: 39161]

UC Davis Professor, Dr. Frank Mitloehner, and CLEAR Center members took to Mexico to attend the Congress Internationale de la Carne in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, where they met and discussed sustainability efforts with the Minister of Agriculture. In addition to meeting with beef cattle producers and others in the livestock industry to share research coming from the UC Davis CLEAR Center, we got to tour feedlots and discuss sustainable practices that are currently being implemented. For example, rotational grazing can improve forage quality and soil carbon sequestration while implementing shade for cattle can improve efficiencies in production, and promote animal welfare. [Public Affairs] [Science] [Show ID: 39161]

UC Davis Professor, Dr. Frank Mitloehner, and CLEAR Center members took to Mexico to attend the Congress Internationale de la Carne in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, where they met and discussed sustainability efforts with the Minister of Agriculture. In addition to meeting with beef cattle producers and others in the livestock industry to share research coming from the UC Davis CLEAR Center, we got to tour feedlots and discuss sustainable practices that are currently being implemented. For example, rotational grazing can improve forage quality and soil carbon sequestration while implementing shade for cattle can improve efficiencies in production, and promote animal welfare. [Public Affairs] [Science] [Show ID: 39161]

UC Davis Professor, Dr. Frank Mitloehner, and CLEAR Center members took to Mexico to attend the Congress Internationale de la Carne in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, where they met and discussed sustainability efforts with the Minister of Agriculture. In addition to meeting with beef cattle producers and others in the livestock industry to share research coming from the UC Davis CLEAR Center, we got to tour feedlots and discuss sustainable practices that are currently being implemented. For example, rotational grazing can improve forage quality and soil carbon sequestration while implementing shade for cattle can improve efficiencies in production, and promote animal welfare. [Public Affairs] [Science] [Show ID: 39161]

UC Davis Professor, Dr. Frank Mitloehner, and CLEAR Center members took to Mexico to attend the Congress Internationale de la Carne in León, Guanajuato, Mexico, where they met and discussed sustainability efforts with the Minister of Agriculture. In addition to meeting with beef cattle producers and others in the livestock industry to share research coming from the UC Davis CLEAR Center, we got to tour feedlots and discuss sustainable practices that are currently being implemented. For example, rotational grazing can improve forage quality and soil carbon sequestration while implementing shade for cattle can improve efficiencies in production, and promote animal welfare. [Public Affairs] [Science] [Show ID: 39161]

Natalie Kovarik is a modern-day ranch wife and mom! Natalie, along with her husband Luke and their three sons, ranch in central Nebraska in a beautiful area known as the Nebraska Sandhills. She shares her personal journey of ranching and family-ing as a way to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle, as well as foster a community who believes in the Agricultural world as much as she does. Tara Vander Dussen, AKA the New Mexico Milkmaid is a dairy farmer and New Mexico native, growing up on her family dairy farm in Eastern New Mexico. Now Tara and her husband, Daniel, dairy farm along with their two young daughters. Tara has worked as an environmental scientist for the last 10 years on dairy farm projects throughout the Southwest. Together, they host the DISCOVER AG Podcast! Discover Ag hosts Natalie and Tara give their professional farming opinions on the top trending topics and news in the agriculture and food space to help you better understand the food system and connect with the hands that feed us. Expect to be wildly entertained and informed, as you can discover what's new in the world of agriculture!Find Tara and Natalie at-The Discover Ag PodcastIG- @discoverag_IG- @taravanderdussenFind Boundless Body at- myboundlessbody.com Book a session with us here!

Join us on a captivating journey as we delve into the incredible revolution unfolding within the cattle industry. Know more about the inspiring adventure alongside the visionary trailblazer, Mike Callicrate, who has spearheaded transformative changes in this age-old domain. Learn as we unravel the remarkable story of how traditional practices have been turned upside down, ushering in a new era of possibilities. Tune in to this  episode and let Mike Callicrate calibrate your knowledge about the profound impact regenerative practices and ethical considerations have on both the industry, our food systems, and our planet. 

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In today's episode, we share our microphone with Dr. Katherine Domenech, an Associate Professor in the department of Animal Science and Food Technology at the University of Puerto Rico. She speaks about the current challenges related to meat imports and their variation based on quality and price and their interaction in the local market. She also touches on meat quality and their ongoing efforts to improve quality through breeding programs.

The government says it plans to get rid of EU regulations, a move which it claims will release £180 million into the the UK's wine industry. The plans mean growers would be able to import hybrid vines, adding new grape varieties into higher quality wines grown in England and Wales, which have PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) - a status which protects food products with a unique regional character. The changes would also include new labelling to show where the grapes are from, and not where the wine was bottled. Brazil has come under global pressure to stop deforestation, as the demand for beef rises. Deforestation has long been linked to agricultural activities, including cattle ranching. With the global demand for beef rising, the pressure on Brazil's forests has intensified. We find out what's being done to change the way farmers produce beef in Brazil and how that might reduce deforestation. There are sixteen agricultural universities in the UK which are members of the Agricultural Universities Council. They teach degrees in agriculture-related subjects but also carry out research into a wide range of rural and farming subjects. Now the council has decided to do more to join up the research the universities undertake, so that it has more relevance to farmers and answers the questions they are asking. Presenter: Anna Hill Producer: Rebecca Rooney

Anna has joined academics from Cambridge University and a group of farmers to see how they are hoping to tackle the dilemma of growing vegetables without drying out lowland peat lands, which can release carbon into the atmosphere. And staying on this theme, an agricultural university is experimenting with methods of raising beef with the lowest possible carbon footprint. Nick Allen the Chief Executive of the British Meat Processors Association gives his view on whether the resulting meat will be welcomed by supermarkets, or not. Presented by Anna Hill Produced by Alun Beach

Class is in session! Our guest this week is Dr. Tryon Wickersham, an associate professor of animal nutrition at Texas A&M University. In this episode, Dr. Wickersham is sharing his expertise to help us understand whether raising and consuming beef is a sustainable practice. Whether you're an avid meat eater or you're more of a plant-based protein person, you will learn some really cool information from this conversation. Thank you to Kevin's Natural Foods for sponsoring this episode! Go to https://www.kevinsnaturalfoods.com/ and use the code “TMN” at checkout for 10% off your first purchase!   Links mentioned: Slate: Yellowstone's Beefy Fantasy Yellowstone Clip: Vegan Protesters vs. John Dutton Yellowstone Clip: Summer is a Vegan   Just a few of the key takeaways from this episode include: One component of the sustainability of beef is that we can feed cattle some byproducts from the production of crops like corn and cotton that humans can't eat. Otherwise, those byproducts would be burned (not great for the air) or go to waste (not good for the environment). When it comes to buying organic, grass-fed beef, you're going to get a much leaner protein than if you spring for prime cuts of beef, which are delicious because they have a much higher fat content. Sustainability is a balancing act. Grass-fed beef is perceived as a healthier, more eco-friendly process of producing beef, but it actually requires more resources and produces more methane, making it less sustainable overall.   Hi! I'm Illa (MS, RDN) and I am a Registered Dietitian who provides weight loss coaching for millennials. There are so many health companies and fad diets out there that want to convince you to buy their products, but I'm here to show you that you don't need any products to lose weight! It just takes a little behavior change and food tracking. The Millennial Nutritionist is a private practice dedicated to helping people lose weight and build better health habits to support their busy lifestyles. We offer a 3-month Lifestyle Reset Program and a monthly Millennial Living Membership to support you with your goals! Learn more about our programs at https://themillennialnutritionist.com/services.     Connect with us!: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.millennial.nutritionist/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@millennialnutritionist  Website: https://themillennialnutritionist.com/ 

Beef harvest picks up from last week totally 629K head up from last week to 618K head.  These production numbers are keeping the market tight.  Though March is not stacking with strong demand as of yet and the recent rally we've seen with both bad weather and reduced production seems to have lost a bit of steam.  I've not seen anything moving lower but the steady increases over the past couple weeks are cooling off.  The last couple weeks my advice was buy now, waiting will cost you money.  Though I do think the overall trend continues higher I don't see the urgency this week to buy now.  Take measure what you need or want and I think a cool head can make a good buying decision.  Once the weather breaks and demand moves higher I would change that philosophy but for night now, I think the market has a bit of a pause.  Savalfoods.com | Find us on Social Media: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

In this episode, we sat down with Natalie and Luke Kovarik to discuss the nuances of raising beef in the United States. Natalie and Luke share their perspective on rotational grazing, the anti-meat narrative, consumer confusion, and an appropriate diet for ruminant animals. Tune in to hear why raising beef in a sustainable way is a highly individualized process despite what the consumer may think.   Find Natalie:Instagram // @nataliekovarikWebsite // Kovarik Cattle Co Podcast // Elevate AgFind Homegrown:Instagram // @Homegrown_education, @Lizhaselmayer, @JoeyhaselmayerWebsite // Homegrowneducation.org

The team brings headlines looking ahead at what to expect for 2023, including a conversation with Matt Deppe, CEO for the Iowa Cattlemen's Association, about beef production in 2023.

Will Harman is a 2022 National Proficiency Finalist in the category of Beef Production.  Will farms with his family in Northwest Indiana where they grow corn and soybeans as well as raise cattle.  The families cattle herd began with show animals for 4H, but as time went on and Will and his brother Ben were showing less, it turned into a direct marketing beef business.   Will's older brother Ben was a guest on the Off-Farm Income Podcast in 2018 in episode #518.  Today he is a senior in college, and Will is in his first semester of college.  Will is studying agricultural business with a minor in animal science at Purdue.  He is looking forward to a future of returning to the family farm, if that is possible.  He joked in the interview that if he does that he will have to learn to drive a semi and become a "super trucker".  Ben is also interested in becoming a butcher, and he is currently doing everything he can to get exposure to that profession.    

Adhering to the tenets of Ag Econ 101, a pair of beginning farmers are avoiding commodity row crops and embracing grazing, silvopasturing, and “bale grazed veggies.” More Information: • LSP’s Soil Health & Grazing web page • Ear to the Ground Episode 246: Letting Livestock do the Work You can find LSP Ear to the…  Read More → Source

The blatant attack on animal products is not going to just go away. We need a serious dedicated effort to preserve the ability for farmers and ranchers to continue to produce food.

Dr. Sarah Klopatek is a sustainability and cattle systems scientist at UC Davis. As a scientist, she explains why it is often difficult to reduce complex questions to a simple answer, leading to her statement, "myopia is the death of sustainability." Her most recent publication explores the differences in nutritional profiles in beef from cattle raised in a variety of grain- and grass-fed systems. In our fascinating conversation she explains these differences, as well as the environmental impact of the production systems. To learn more about Dr. K's work, you can follow her on Twitter @DrBeefBabe or connect on LinkedIn.