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Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, livestock nutritionist Justin Ramirez returns to break down the roles of protein and energy in cattle nutrition and explain how producers can determine what their cattle actually need. From recognizing potential nutritional deficiencies to understanding forage testing, Justin shares how forage maturity, seasonal changes and stage of production affect nutritional requirements. Justin also explains how to read forage analysis reports, calculate protein and energy needs, and choose the right supplements for different conditions. Whether producers are feeding hay, grazing pasture or preparing for winter, this conversation offers practical ways to build a more effective nutrition program, avoid unnecessary supplementation and save time and money.

Connect with Justin:Email: [email protected]: primestocknutrition.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-a-ramirez-msc-78aa1972/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JustinARamirezNutritionist

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Key Takeaways:

• Manure consistency can offer clues about forage digestion

• Lush green grass may provide protein but not enough energy intake

• Dormant forage often requires additional protein

• Forage maturity affects digestibility and voluntary intake

• Protein and energy requirements change with season and production stage

• Hay can retain protein while losing energy value

• ADF and NDF help evaluate forage digestibility and intake

• Supplement types vary in nutrient concentration and feeding rate

• Forage testing helps prevent under- and over-supplementation

Cattle nutrition, beef cattle nutrition, cattle supplements, protein supplementation, energy supplementation, forage testing, hay testing, forage quality, crude protein, total digestible nutrients, TDN, ADF, NDF, cattle feed, beef cow requirements, cattle feeding program, winter cattle nutrition, grazing management, cattle production, Justin Ramirez, Cattle USA Daily Podcast

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Gary Lezak returns to break down the developing weather pattern and what it could mean for cattle country heading into winter. With drought affecting some regions while others are dealing with excess moisture and delayed harvest, Gary discusses where conditions may be changing, the potential influence of a developing Super El Niño, and what producers should watch as fall transitions into winter. He also shares how keeping track of significant weather events now could help identify patterns in the months ahead.

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Key Takeaways:

• The new LRC weather cycle is transitioning into place

• This year's recurring weather pattern may be around 6–7 weeks long

• Drought probability may decrease across parts of the central U.S.

• North Dakota and parts of the northern Midwest remain areas to watch for drought

• Excess moisture has delayed corn harvest in Iowa

• Significant weather events may repeat as the LRC cycles

• Producers can track rain, snow, temperature swings and dry spells to identify patterns

Parasite resistance is becoming a growing challenge for cattle producers, and the dewormers that once worked reliably may no longer be delivering the results you expect. In this episode, Lauren Moylan visits with Dr. Leonor Sicalo Gianechini about her research into cattle parasites, drug resistance and the future of parasite management. She explains how parasites develop resistance, why switching between products may not solve the problem, and how producers can determine which treatments are actually working on their operations.

Links:

Dr. Leonor at University of Georgia: https://vet.uga.edu/person/leonor-sicalo/

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leonor-sicalo-gianechini

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Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Samantha Cozza-Wright returns to break down the latest cattle market trends and what producers should watch as the fall calf run gets underway. With strong calf prices, tight cattle supplies and beef demand holding up, there are plenty of reasons for optimism but how long can the market maintain its momentum? Samantha discusses what is driving prices, the importance of cash market competition and transparency, how heifer retention could affect future beef supplies, and why risk management tools like Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) deserve producers' attention.

Connect with Samantha:Email - [email protected] Phone - 785-940-5533

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Key Takeaways:

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Jaclyn Wilson joins Lauren once again to talk about how one small-world connection led to an unexpected opportunity in Uruguay. From their surprising personal connection to Jaclyn's journey into international cattle genetics, this episode explores how relationships can open doors across the beef industry. Jaclyn shares how she discovered impressive Angus and Red Angus genetics in Uruguay, why she decided to invest in embryos and the complicated process of bringing those genetics to North America. She also explains why producers need to think outside the box, explore new opportunities and be willing to take a chance on something different.

Links:

Flying Diamond Beef: https://www.flyingdiamondbeef.com/aboutEpisode 340 with Jaclyn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbfPezL8N9U&t=2sEpisode 392 with Jaclyn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYKRTVh4idkEpisode 419 with Jaclyn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0-ZU7jIDkw

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Key Takeaways:

- Agriculture is a closely connected industry, and relationships can open doors to unexpected opportunities

- Getting involved in agricultural organizations early can build lifelong connections and leadership skills

- International travel and research can challenge assumptions about cattle genetics in other countries

- Uruguay's Angus and Hereford cattle impressed Jaclyn with their moderate frames, easy fleshing and suitability for grass-based production

- Outcross genetics may offer opportunities to introduce new bloodlines and improve cattle herds

- Importing cattle genetics across international borders can involve complicated health regulations, partnerships and logistics

- Producers can find new business opportunities by combining their existing skills, interests and industry connections

- Long-term success in the beef industry may require exploring niche markets and adapting to changing costs and challenges

Chapters:

04:33 Why the Cattle Industry Feels Like One Degree of Separation
06:22 The Importance of Networking in Agriculture
08:03 Getting Involved and Building Industry Connections
11:46 How Jaclyn Got Involved in Uruguay
12:19 Discovering Uruguay's Angus and Hereford Genetics
14:00 Investing in Uruguayan Embryos
15:00 Buying Crisis and Showing in South America
16:00 The Challenge of Bringing Genetics to North America
19:41 What Makes International Genetics Worth Pursuing?
20:01 Looking Beyond U.S. Cattle Genetics
23:03 Taking a Chance on a New Business Opportunity
25:11 Finding New Opportunities in the Beef Industry

Jaclyn Wilson, Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Uruguay cattle genetics, international cattle genetics, Angus cattle, Red Angus, Hereford cattle, cattle embryos, cattle embryo imports, outcross genetics, beef cattle breeding, cattle production, Nebraska ranching, cattle industry networking, agricultural leadership, Nuffield International Farming Scholarship, beef industry opportunities, cattle business, cattle imports, global beef industry, livestock genetics, commercial cattle production, cattle producer profitability, agricultural innovation, ranching in Uruguay

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Thomas White joins Lauren to discuss how ranching families can protect their wealth and pass their businesses down to the next generation. They break down estate planning, taxes, life insurance and the importance of planning ahead so the next generation can carry on the family legacy without inheriting unnecessary financial burdens.

Links:

TW3 Group: https://www.tw3group.com/

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Key Takeaways:

• Estate planning helps protect family wealth and keep ranches and businesses in the family for generations

• Estate taxes and limited cash flow can force families to sell land or cattle to cover expenses

• Planning early can create more options and make wealth transfers easier and less costly

• Life insurance and trusts can help families prepare for estate taxes and provide liquidity

• Every family needs a plan that accounts for its business, financial situation and long-term goals

• Regularly reviewing financial goals and estate plans helps families adjust as circumstances change

• Starting difficult conversations now can prevent confusion and financial stress for the next generation

• Successful succession planning gives the next generation the ability to continue the family business without unnecessary financial pressure

  
  

  
  

  Chapters:

  01:11 Thomas’s Background in Wealth Planning
  01:38 What Legacy Wealth Transfer Really Means
  02:22 Why Planning Ahead Matters
  03:31 Why Families Put Off Estate Planning
  04:43 Protecting the Ranch From Unexpected Expenses
  07:21 Life Insurance, Trusts & Other Planning Tools
  09:10 Dividing Assets Among Family Members
  11:23 Building Wealth Across Generations
  14:18 When Should Families Start Planning?
  15:50 What Successful Wealth Transfer Looks Like
  18:30 The First Step Toward a Succession Plan
  22:12 Working on the Business, Not Just in It

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Thomas White, TW3 Group, Cattle USA Daily, ranch succession planning, estate planning, legacy wealth transfer, generational wealth, family ranch, family business succession, ranching legacy, estate taxes, life insurance, irrevocable life insurance trust, wealth preservation, farm succession planning, agricultural business, ranch management, family business planning, inheritance planning, generational wealth transfer, succession planning for ranchers, estate liquidity, financial planning for ranchers, protecting family assets, next generation ranchers, ranch business planning, agricultural finance, family legacy, retirement planning

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Ben Bohrer, associate professor of meat science and muscle biology at The Ohio State University, joins Lauren to break down the science behind cultured meat and what it actually takes to create a meat product from cultured cells. Ben explains why growing muscle cells is only one part of the process and how muscle structure, fat, connective tissue and post harvest biology all influence the final product. They also discuss the challenges of recreating the texture and eating experience of conventional meat, what researchers still need to understand, and where cultured meat could fit into the future of the protein industry. For cattle producers, this conversation offers a closer look at the science behind an evolving technology and why Ben sees alternative proteins as a potential complement to the existing meat industry.

Links:

Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-bohrer-57b35bb2/

Ben Bohrer at OSU: https://cfaes.osu.edu/person/benjamin-bohrer

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Key Takeaways:

Chapters:

00:54 Understanding Cultured Meat
01:56 Cultured Meat vs. Meat From Animals
03:46 Muscle Structure, Fat & Connective Tissue
07:15 Consumer Demand, Flavor & Intramuscular Fat
10:38 What Happens After Muscle Becomes Meat?
14:31 The Challenge of Building Cultured Tissue
17:04 Ground Meat vs. Whole-Muscle Cuts
18:35 The Need for Collaboration
19:24 What Researchers Still Need to Understand
20:58 What Cultured Meat Could Mean for Cattle Producers

Ben Bohrer, Cattle USA Daily, cultured meat, cultivated meat, cell-based meat, lab-grown meat, meat science, muscle biology, alternative proteins, beef industry, cattle producers, cultured meat research, meat quality, muscle fibers, connective tissue, intramuscular fat, marbling, meat texture, meat tenderness, meat flavor, post-harvest biology, pH decline, meat production, food science, tissue engineering, protein industry, future of beef, conventional meat, beef demand

Today on the Cattle USA Daily Podcast, Brett Spader joins Lauren to talk about how better use of data and technology could change the way value moves through the beef industry. From genetics and EPDs to feedlot performance, harvest records and red meat yield, Brett explains why getting more information back through the supply chain could help producers make better decisions and ultimately get rewarded for the value they are already creating. Brett also breaks down what breed associations can look like in a more data driven industry, how technology can make decision-making easier for producers, and why even small improvements in efficiency can add up to meaningful profitability. The conversation looks at what the next generation of cattle producers needs from technology and where the beef industry can go from here.

Links:

American International Charolois Association: https://charolaisusa.com/Connect with Brett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-spader-30207b13b/

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Key Takeaways:

• Breed associations have evolved from recording pedigrees to developing tools that help producers improve profitability
• Connecting commercial, feedlot and harvest data can make genetic selection tools more reliable and useful
• Data connectivity can help producers understand how cattle perform beyond the ranch and identify opportunities for improvement
• Red meat yield could become an increasingly important way to measure efficiency and value throughout the beef chain
• Small efficiency improvements across multiple points in the supply chain can add up to meaningful profitability
• Technology should make producers’ lives easier and provide a clear return through more money, saved time or better decisions
• Younger producers are already using technology and AI to combine traditional genetic tools with new decision-making resources

• Information only becomes valuable when producers can turn it into relevant insights and act on it
• The future of cattle genetics will depend on getting better information back, using it effectively and rewarding producers for the value they create

Chapters:

01:03 Brett’s Background in Beef & Technology
04:17 How Breed Associations Are Evolving
08:40 Creating More Value for Producers
10:30 Why Data Connectivity Matters
13:50 The Future of Cattle Data & Technology
15:00 The Hidden Cost of Excess Fat
17:00 Red Meat Yield & Efficiency
18:46 Connecting Data Across the Beef Chain
23:50 Making Technology Pay
24:34 Sorting Through New Technology
27:24 Making Technology Easier to Adopt
30:00 AI, EPDs & the Next Generation
33:06 The Future of Data Connectivity
35:36 One Step Forward for the Beef Industry

Brett Spader, Cattle USA Daily, American International Charolais Association, Charolais cattle, cattle data, data connectivity, cattle genetics, beef cattle genetics, cattle technology, agricultural technology, EPDs, genomic testing, Terminal Sire Index, genetic selection, genetic profitability, red meat yield, carcass data, harvest data, feedlot data, commercial cattle, seedstock cattle

After looking at some of the best advice on a previous episode, your Cattle USA Daily host, Lauren Moylan, is back to take a look at some of the worst advice she’s heard throughout her time in agriculture. From “that’s just the way we’ve always done it” to “work harder,” “don’t worry about the numbers,” and “wait until you’re ready,” Lauren breaks down why advice that sounds good isn’t always good for your operation. This episode is a reminder that challenging old ideas doesn’t mean disrespecting tradition. Producers should be willing to ask whether advice still fits their operation, goals, data and the future they’re trying to build.

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Key Takeaways:

• Tradition should inform agriculture’s future, not automatically determine it
• Working smarter and building better systems can matter more than simply working harder
• A successful operation should always look for ways to improve
• Understanding costs, cash flow and profitability is essential to caring for cattle long-term
• What works for one operation may not be the right fit for another
• Building a strong team and asking for help can make an operation better
• Agriculture needs respectful people willing to challenge the status quo
• Success looks different for every producer and operation
• Waiting until you feel completely ready can cause valuable opportunities to pass by
• Good advice should be questioned to determine whether it still fits your operation

Chapters:

00:00 The Worst Advice in Agriculture
00:51 Why Bad Advice Can Be Dangerous
02:30 “That’s the Way We’ve Always Done It”
04:00 Work Harder vs. Work Smarter
05:10 “If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It”
06:15 Don’t Ignore the Numbers
07:20 Stop Comparing Your Operation
08:05 You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
09:00 Rock the Boat
10:00 What Does Success Look Like?
11:15 Stop Waiting Until You’re Ready
12:15 Question the Advice You Receive

Cattle USA Daily, agriculture advice, ranch advice, cattle industry, cattle producers, ranch management, ranch profitability, agricultural business, farm management, cattle business, ranch business, cattle operation, farm profitability, agriculture leadership, agriculture mindset, ranching, cattle ranching, livestock management, farm planning, cost of production, cash flow, agricultural decision making, cattle management, next generation agriculture, agriculture business advice, ranch life, farming and ranching.

Alejandro Carrillo joins Lauren today on the podcast to share how his family transformed their cattle ranch in the Chihuahuan Desert from struggling with bare ground, woody plants and low rainfall into a more productive and profitable operation. After taking a holistic management class, Alejandro began changing the way they thought about grazing, soil health, biodiversity and cattle selection. Alejandro explains why healthy soil is the foundation of a successful ranch, how moving cattle daily and using multiple species can improve grazing, and why genetics and culling are critical to building cattle that thrive in a specific environment.

Links:

Connect with Alejandro on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandro-carrillo-b3a7a7/

Alejandro on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lasdamascattleranch/

Alejandro on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alejandro.carrillo.50951

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Key Takeaways:

• Better grazing management can help struggling ranches work with nature instead of against it
• Healthy, living soil is the foundation for productive pastures and cattle
• Plant and animal diversity can make a ranch more resilient
• Cattle need to be selected for their ability to thrive in the environment they are actually working in
• Daily movement and adaptive grazing can improve how forage is utilized and recovered
• Multiple species can complement one another and create more even grazing
• Improving soil health can increase forage quality and reduce dependence on supplementation
• Ranch profitability has to come first if producers want to sustain their land and livestock
• In arid environments, managing how much rainfall is captured and infiltrated can be more important than simply measuring rainfall
• Continuous education and learning from other ranchers can change the way an operation is managed

Chapters:

01:19 From Computer Science to Ranching03:34 Changing the Way the Ranch Was Managed05:54 The Challenges of Ranching in the Desert07:59 Why Healthy Soil Matters11:00 Building Biodiversity on the Ranch14:59 Selecting Cattle for the Environment18:49 Grazing Multiple Species Together21:37 Building Nutrient-Dense Forage24:44 The Biggest Lesson for Producers26:00 Making the Most of Every Inch of Rain

Alejandro Carrillo, Cattle USA Daily, desert ranching, cattle ranching, regenerative ranching, regenerative grazing, holistic ranching, grazing management, rotational grazing, adaptive grazing, arid environment, Chihuahuan Desert, cattle grazing, soil health, healthy soil, soil biology, biodiversity, forage quality, nutrient density, cattle genetics, cattle selection, cattle culling, cattle nutrition, livestock grazing, grazing cattle, pasture management, ranch profitability, ranch management, drought management, water infiltration, rainfall, arid ranching, sustainable ranching, beef cattle, cattle producers, ranchers, regenerative agriculture