AgNext Podcast

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

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

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

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

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

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

About AgNext:

AgNext is a leader for research in animal and

Music credit, producer, and artwork:

Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from

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

Music credit, producer, and artwork:

Song: Tony Petersen - Dusting the Broom (downloaded from

Producer: Erica Giesenhagen

Artwork: Julia Giesenhagen