The Beef Podcast Show

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Jody Wade, Senior Professional Services Veterinarian at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, explains how early calf vaccination, colostrum management, and proper timing influence immunity and health outcomes. He shares practical strategies for improving vaccine response, reducing disease risk, and strengthening herd performance through better management decisions. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Immunization is a critical outcome of vaccination programs, since unprotected cattle are more likely to become sick and reduce buyer confidence."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jody Wade earned his DVM and Animal Sciences degree and built a career focused on beef cattle health, working in private practice and industry. As Senior Professional Services Veterinarian at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, he supports producers with vaccination protocols, disease management, and herd health strategies. His work centers on improving cattle immunity and performance. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:39) Introduction
• (06:42) Vaccine pitfalls
• (08:29) Colostrum role
• (09:56) Early vaccination
• (17:03) Disease targets
• (20:36) Immune response
• (29:45) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Pro Earth Animal Health

- dsm-firmenich

- DietForge

- Farmatan

- Rangen Group

- Jones-Hamilton Co.

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special episode of The Beef Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam, Distinguished Professor of Animal Biotechnology and Genomics at UC Davis, who explores the role of genetics and biotechnology in building a more sustainable beef industry. She explains how gene editing, genomic testing, and breeding strategies are optimizing cattle productivity, animal health, and environmental impact. Learn how biotechnology is transforming herd management and profitability. Listen now on all major platforms!

"That is the beauty of genetic improvement: once you've made it, it's permanent and cumulative."

Meet the guest: Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam earned her Ph.D. in Genetics from the University of California, Davis, where she now serves as a Distinguished Professor and Cooperative Extension Specialist. Her work focuses on animal genomics, biotechnology, and breeding systems to improve livestock efficiency, health, and sustainability. She also contributes to science communication and policy in agriculture. Listen to The Beef Podcast Show featuring Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam on all major platforms!

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:59) Introduction
• (05:51) Role of genetics
• (11:03) Beef-on-dairy opportunities
• (13:59) Genetic gain drivers
• (19:46) Methane selection potential
• (22:39) Sustainability and cow-calf
• (25:49) Final three questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Pro Earth Animal Health

- Farmatan

- Rangen Group

- dsm-firmenich

- DietForge

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special episode of The Beef Podcast Show, marking the Beef Month, we bring Dr. Andrew Griffith, Professor and Extension Livestock Economist at the University of Tennessee. He unpacks the current cattle market, covering record-high calf prices, the role of consumer demand, herd expansion signals, and what the next five years may hold for producers. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Cattle prices have gone just wildly high. A 580-pound calf that brought $750 a few years ago is now bringing $2,500, and that is supply and demand at work."

Meet the guest: Dr. Andrew Griffith is a Professor and Extension Livestock Economist at the University of Tennessee, where his work centers on livestock market analysis, risk management, and applied extension for cow-calf, stocker, and feeder cattle producers. A Tennessee native with roots in cattle production, he bridges research and real-world application to deliver market insights producers can act on. Learn more from Dr. Andrew Griffith on The Beef Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:56) Introduction
• (03:22) Griffith's background
• (05:33) Record cattle prices
• (11:18) Consumer demand trends
• (14:43) Heifer retention signals
• (22:41) Packer consolidation
• (33:40) Final questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Pro Earth Animal Health

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Applied Biotechnologies

- DietForge

- Farmatan

- Rangen Group

- dsm-firmenich

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Jessica Newberry, Livestock Health Associate Director of Marketing and Technical Service at Virbac, explains practical strategies for heifer development and retention. She shares about selection criteria, immune system management, nutrition planning, and reproductive efficiency to improve long-term herd profitability. Learn how to make smarter investment decisions and build a resilient cow herd. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Heifer selection begins with clearly defining herd goals, including traits like birth weight, milk production, and structural soundness, ensuring long term productivity across multiple calving seasons.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Jessica Newberry earned her DVM from the University of Missouri, an MS in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University, and an MBA from Indiana University. She currently serves at Virbac, focusing on livestock health and technical services. Her work centers on cattle health, reproduction, and production systems. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:25) Introduction
• (05:56) Heifer selection
• (10:59) Immune strategy
• (17:02) Nutrition basics
• (21:49) Puberty readiness
• (25:08) Breeding strategy
• (27:30) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

- Virbac

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Pro Earth Animal Health

* Boehringer Ingelheim

- Farmatan

- DietForge

- dsm-firmenich

- Rangen Group

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Joao Sacramento, Research Associate at Michigan State University, explains how grazing management, methane emissions, and precision technologies are shaping modern beef systems. He shares insights on the Landscape Intelligence Network, integrating drones, modeling, and producer data to improve decision making, productivity, and environmental outcomes across diverse operations. Listen now on all major platforms!

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“Adaptive grazing strategies must reflect local environmental conditions, as management practices differ significantly between regions with varying rainfall and forage recovery rates.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Joao Sacramento is a Research Associate at Michigan State University, focusing on grazing systems, methane emissions, and precision technologies for beef production. With a background in bioengineering and ruminant nutrition, his work integrates data, modeling, and producer collaboration to improve system performance and sustainability. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:56) Introduction
• (05:17) Network overview
• (07:30) Emissions tools
• (12:08) Grazing project
• (15:03) Data systems
• (22:00) Drone methane
• (32:26) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Pro Earth Animal Health

- dsm-firmenich

- Rangen Group

- Virbac

- Farmatan

- DietForge

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, James Davison, Regional Sales Manager at Pro Earth Animal Health, shares practical strategies for managing high risk cattle. He explains how source, nutrition, water quality, and daily handling influence intake, immunity, and performance. With decades of experience, James emphasizes consistency and foundational husbandry practices to improve outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Cattle performance outcomes depend heavily on identifying source risk, evaluating weight and age, and aligning nutrition and handling practices with biological limitations early in development stages"

Meet the guest: James Davison earned a degree in Animal Science from Texas A and M University and built a career focused on cattle health, nutrition, and preconditioning strategies. With over 45 years of experience in stocker and yearling operations, he supports producers in managing high risk cattle challenges. Currently at Pro Earth Animal Health, his work emphasizes practical, science based solutions. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:43) Introduction
• (06:24) Source matters
• (08:40) Feeding strategy
• (09:02) Water importance
• (15:55) Starting protocol
• (19:58) Intake drivers
• (30:10) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Pro Earth Animal Health

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Boehringer Ingelheim

- dsm-firmenich

- Rangen Group

- DietForge

- Virbac

- Farmatan

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Sonia Moisá, Research Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, explains how beef nutrigenomics connects nutrition with gene expression to improve cattle performance. She explores fetal programming, early nutrition strategies, and biomarker discovery for growth, immunity, and meat quality. Learn how targeted nutrition can influence lifetime productivity. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Supplementation with rumen protected methionine in pregnant cows during gestation increased offspring growth performance and activated genes associated with immune response following early weaning.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Sonia Moisá is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee, specializing in beef nutrigenomics, focusing on how nutrition influences gene expression, metabolism, and cattle performance. Her work explores fetal programming, biomarkers, and advanced omics technologies to improve beef production efficiency and animal health. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:47) Introduction
• (07:11) Nutrigenomics basics
• (09:55) Fetal programming
• (08:09) Early nutrition
• (11:11) Immune response
• (23:41) Omics overview
• (31:32) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Pro Earth Animal Health

- Farmatan

- dsm-firmenich

- Rangen Group

- DietForge

- Virbac

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Riley Messman, Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University, explains assisted reproductive technologies in beef cattle, including artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and ovum pickup IVF. She highlights practical decision-making, infrastructure needs, and factors affecting success rates, helping producers choose the right strategy for their operations. Improve herd performance with informed reproductive choices. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Ovum pickup and IVF reduce labor demands significantly, allowing high genetic value animals to produce multiple embryos without extensive synchronization protocols or long preparation periods."

Meet the guest: Dr. Riley Messman earned her PhD in Animal Science from Mississippi State University, with a focus on reproductive physiology and the microbiome in beef cattle. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University, where she teaches and conducts research on herd health and reproductive efficiency. Her work supports producers with practical strategies to improve outcomes. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:14) Introduction
• (06:34) ART basics
• (08:14) OPU IVF
• (12:14) Choosing tools
• (17:36) Embryo transfer
• (23:14) Success rates
• (33:56) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Pro Earth Animal Health

- DietForge

- Virbac

- Farmatan

- dsm-firmenich

- Rangen Group

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Logan Thompson from Kansas State University shares a practical view of sustainability in the beef cattle industry. He explains how grazing management, greenhouse gas measurements, and nutrient use connect to real production decisions. The conversation highlights trade-offs in methane reduction, manure management, and economic viability for producers. Dr. Thompson also discusses where sustainability research is heading and what matters most at the ranch level. Listen now on all major platforms.

"If you're not economically viable, you're not sustainable regardless of what your environmental impact is."

Meet the guest: Dr. Logan Thompson is an Assistant Professor and Extension Sustainable Livestock Feeding Specialist at Kansas State University. His work focuses on grazing systems, greenhouse gas emissions, and nutrient utilization across beef production systems. With academic training from Texas Tech University, Oklahoma State University, and Michigan State University, his research emphasizes practical solutions for producers. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:08) Introduction
• (04:38) Methane basics
• (08:19) Sustainability pillars
• (12:33) Grazing research
• (20:23) Global warming
• (29:23) Producer perspective
• (40:18) Final three questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Pro Earth Animal Health

* Applied Biotechnologies

- Farmatan

- Virbac

- DietForge

- dsm-firmenich

- Rangen Group

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Blaine Ellison, veterinarian and owner of Applied Biotechnologies, explains how the 21-day cortisol surge affects cattle metabolism, immune response, and early receiving performance. He explores how stress alters glucose use, influences frame development, and impacts long-term production outcomes. Dr. Ellison also introduces nutritional biotechnology approaches and strategies to help prevent pinkeye. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Receiver diet adjustments that emphasize excessive energy instead of balanced metabolic protein and energy ratios can unintentionally limit structural frame development during the early growing phase.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Blaine Ellison is a veterinarian and owner of Applied Biotechnologies, Inc., with more than 45 years of experience in food animal health, consulting, research, and product development. His work focuses on stress physiology, cattle metabolism, and nutritional strategies that improve beef cattle health and performance. Dr. Ellison continues developing science-based solutions to production challenges in the beef industry. 

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (02:00) Introduction
• (03:18) Cortisol surge biology
• (06:13) Stress metabolism changes
• (09:27) Receiving diet risks
• (11:56) Maintaining early growth
• (19:01) Immune system balance
• (33:57) Final Questions

The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

* Applied Biotechnologies

* Boehringer Ingelheim

* Pro Earth Animal Health

- Rangen Group

- Farmatan

- Virbac

- DietForge

- dsm-firmenich

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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