Dr. Todd Bilby, Director of Dairy Technical Sales, Merck Animal Health, joins this episode to dive into the benefits of estrus synchronization in both cows and heifers bred through AI or natural service. Advantages include shortening the calving interval to increase pounds of beef at weaning and to improve replacement heifer fertility. Learn more about these benefits as well as the use of hormones to improve embryo transfer pregnancy retention.

At the American Hereford Association educational forum, Dr. J R Tait, NEOGEN Genomics presented the next step in genomic advancement for the breed and industry. In this 1881 episode, learn about the history and future of genomics with InfiniSEEK™.

At the American Hereford Association Educational Forum and Annual Meeting, the 2022-2027 strategic plan was unveiled. Tune in to this episode to learn more about the direction of the Hereford breed over the next five years with guest, Kevin Ochsner. 

The Hereford Feedout Programs have experienced tremendous growth and are proving to be valuable for producers. Lee Mayo, HRC Feed Yards, Inc., joins this episode of 1881 to share about the programs and the importance of the data collected. Preparations are underway for the 2023 Hereford Feedout Program and NJHA Fed Steer Shootout, tune in to learn more about the programs.

A familiar voice to the livestock industry, passionate Hereford breeder and 2021 Hereford Hall of Merit inductee, Jim Birdwell joins the podcast to share about his career as an auctioneer. 

The Hereford breed is known for its rich history in the beef industry. On this episode, Craig Huffhines, former American Hereford Association executive vice president recounts the growth of the breed and Certified Hereford Beef during his time with the association, and looks toward the future of Hereford research with the announcement of the cooperative research agreement with Colorado State University. 

After a banner week in Louisville, Ky., for the Junior National Hereford Expo, Shane Bedwell was joined by the chairmen of the National Junior Hereford Association and American Hereford Association. Noah Benedict and Bruce Everhart highlight the future of the breed in this episode focused on Hereford youth. 

Involved in multiple segments of the beef industry and vice president of the AHA, Bill Goehring shares insight on a variety of topics impacting cattlemen and women. Hear his story and thoughts about the industry moving forward on this episode of 1881. 

The history of artificial insemination, the future of technology, and the role of Hereford genetics in the beef industry are discussed in this episode of 1881. Hear from Cody Sankey, Genex, and Aaron Arnett, ST Genetics, as they discuss a range of topics important to the industry. 

To celebrate beef month, Shane Bedwell visits with Bill Esch, Hen House, and Amari Seiferman, Certified Hereford Beef, to discuss the history of CHB on this episode of 1881. Tune in to hear a unique perspective on the brand and a look into the future.