Casual Cattle Conversations

Fortifying Fertility: A Rancher's Guide to Pre-Breeding Mineral Strategies


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Imagine unleashing the full potential of your beef operation, one mineral at a time. In this informative episode, rancher Shaye Koester-Wanner invites renowned nutritionist Cadra Krueger to share her wealth of expertise on crafting strategic pre-breeding mineral programs. This conversation unveils the profound impact minerals can have on conception rates, calf health, and ultimately, your bottom line.

Cadra illustrates the intricate connections between mineral intake, reproductive success, and long-term calf vigor, underscoring the ripple effects of proper pre-breeding nutrition. Her emphasis on forging collaborative partnerships with extension agents and nutritionists equips producers with a roadmap for making well-informed decisions tailored to their unique operations.

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Here are just a few of the invaluable gems you'll uncover in this engaging discussion:

  • Strategies for selecting the optimal mineral forms to maximize bioavailability and herd utilization
  • Insights into adjusting supplementation based on forage quality fluctuations and environmental stressors
  • Tips for identifying potential mineral deficiencies or excesses in your specific region
  • The critical role of macro and trace minerals in supporting reproductive health and fetal programming
  • 00:00:00 Exploring Pre-Breeding Conception Mineral Programs

    00:02:34 Cadra Krueger Background in Animal Nutrition

    00:04:13 The Significance of Pre-Breeding Mineral Programs

    00:06:17 Impact of Fetal Programming on Calf Fertility

    00:07:43 Considerations for Successful Breeding Seasons

    00:09:50 Determining Feed Deficiencies

    00:12:05 Timing of Pre-Breeding Mineral

    00:13:12 Seasonal Mineral Adjustments

    00:15:22 Mineral Requirements for Heifers

    00:16:32 Nutritional Adjustments in Drought

    00:19:27 Importance of Mineral Program in Cattle Operations

    00:20:42 ROI and Mineral Program Investment

    00:21:05 Effects on Cattle Health and Weaning Weights

    00:22:34 Questions for Mineral Company Representatives

    00:23:36 Final Thoughts on Mineral Programs

    Links:

    Full Show Notes: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes 

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    Take Your Ranch to the Next Level

    Once a month Shaye hosts Q&A calls between cattle producers and beef industry leaders to help ranchers find answers to their questions and improve their bottom lines. The best part is you get expert insight from the comfort of your own ranch and get to ask any question you want relating to the topic!

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