The Beef Podcast Show

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, James and Dawn Anderson of JBB/AL Herefords and Red Angus discuss how their multi-generational seedstock operation is adapting to current market trends while staying true to long-term goals. They share insights on herd health, protocols, locker beef programs, and building customer loyalty through consistency. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"By adopting a gut health program with drenches and tubs, from calving to weaning, we might have doctored only five calves total, which drastically reduced labor and costs."

Meet the guest: James and Dawn Anderson operate JBB/AL Herefords and Red Angus, a family-run seedstock ranch in Gooding, Idaho, in business since 1967. With an emphasis on breeding sound Red Angus and Hereford cattle, they also manage a progressive AI and embryo transfer program, along with a growing locker beef business.

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Kirk Sparkman: Cattle Feeding Strategies | Ep. 124

Austin Klores: Hands-On Feedyard Challenges | Ep. 128

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:25) Introduction
• (02:28) Operation structure
• (11:10) Calf health strategy
• (14:39) Health protocol overview
• (20:25) Adapting to market prices
• (27:05) Future goals
• (29:29) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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As we celebrate World Food Day tomorrow, this episode of The Beef Podcast Show features Dr. Rhonda Miller, Professor at Texas A&M University, who explains the sensory science behind beef quality and consumer perception. She breaks down how flavor, tenderness, and juiciness are evaluated, and how research links these traits to genetics and production methods. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Our research helped the industry develop tools by showing that tenderness matters to consumers and identifying the sources of variation, both biochemically and genetically."

Meet the guest: Dr. Rhonda Miller earned her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Animal Science from Colorado State University, specializing in Meat Science. As a Professor at Texas A&M University, her research focuses on beef palatability, composition, and shelf-life. With decades of experience and over 300 product innovations in the meat industry, she brings a research-driven lens to sensory evaluation in beef cattle.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:31) Introduction
• (05:30) Priority for consumers
• (10:30) Tenderness improvements
• (23:15) Understanding texture in beef
• (26:20) Ground beef preferences
• (35:00) Future of consumer preferences
• (45:57) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Remy Wyatt, Beef Nutrition Consultant at Great Plains Livestock Consulting, unpacks the critical role of trace mineral nutrition in maintaining cattle health and performance, especially under drought conditions. She shares insights on the impacts of water quality, vitamin A supplementation, and mineral management strategies for beef cattle operations. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Trace minerals are tied into everything that we do — performance, immunity, growth, health."

Meet the guest: Dr. Remy Wyatt earned her Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Iowa State University, focusing on trace mineral supplementation in ruminant nutrition. She also holds a Master’s degree from Texas Tech University and a Bachelor’s from West Texas A&M University. She is currently a Beef Nutrition Consultant at Great Plains Livestock Consulting, helping producers enhance animal health and performance through tailored nutrition solutions.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:37) Introduction
• (06:15) Managing trace minerals
• (12:06) Water source challenges
• (15:47) Vitamin A strategies
• (13:37) Mineral sampling practices
• (21:07) Immune function support
• (31:31) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Michael Jelinski, managing partner at Veterinary Agri-Health Services, shares his expertise on the evolution of beef cattle veterinary practices, veterinary education, and industry challenges. Dr. Jelinski discusses the shift toward herd health management, innovations in beef cattle research, and the impact of trade policies on beef production. Tune in now, available on all major platforms!

"Veterinary shortages remain a critical issue, and while new schools and enrollment increases aim to address it, we must ensure that we don’t overshoot the market in the next decade."

Meet the guest: Dr. Michael Jelinski, DVM, is the managing partner of Veterinary Agri-Health Services Ltd., a leading beef cattle practice specializing in cow/calf and feedlot production, research, and education. He earned his DVM from the University of Saskatchewan and a B.Sc. in Biology from the University of Regina. With over 30 years of experience, he is also a partner at Mosaic Veterinary Partners.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:05) Introduction
• (05:45) Evolution of beef veterinary care
• (10:05) Challenges in veterinary education
• (19:40) Training the next generation of veterinarians
• (24:44) Research in beef cattle
• (32:16) Challenges in beef production
• (34:05) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Ryan Reuter from Oklahoma State University explores the impact of precision technology on beef cattle production. He breaks down how tools like virtual fencing and real-time monitoring can improve efficiency, cut labor costs, and fine-tune herd management. Dr. Reuter also tackles the challenges of adopting new technology on the ranch and what the future holds for precision livestock management. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Precision management isn’t about changing how we manage cattle—it’s about making decisions at a finer scale to improve efficiency."

Meet the guest: Dr. Ryan Reuter is a Range Beef Cattle Nutrition Professor and the George Chiga Endowed Professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University. With a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Texas Tech University, his research focuses on range beef cattle nutrition, precision livestock management, and forage-based grazing systems. Dr. Reuter explores how technology can optimize cattle production efficiency while reducing input costs.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:16) Introduction
• (03:10) Precision livestock management
• (04:55) Benefits of technologies
• (10:48) Precision tools for producers
• (21:50) Challenges of new technology
• (25:34) Future of beef industry tech
• (30:04) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Shane Terrell, Veterinary Consultant and Research Director at Production Animal Consultation, breaks down findings from a large-scale feedlot study comparing antibiotic treatments for bovine respiratory disease. He explains how treatment timing, weather stress, and resistance trends shape feedlot decision-making. Learn how research is informing responsible antibiotic use in beef cattle. Listen now on all major platforms!

"We didn’t see any difference between tulathromycin and enrofloxacin in carcass marbling, average daily gain, or performance outcomes on those cattle."

Meet the guest: Dr. Shane Terrell is a Veterinary Consultant and Research Director at Production Animal Consultation, where he supports clients representing over 30% of U.S. cattle on feed. His work spans feedlot research, antimicrobial resistance, and bovine respiratory health. With DVM, MS, and PhD degrees from Kansas State University, he brings critical insights into feedlot production and veterinary science. 

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Dr. Jessica Newberry: Vaccine Storage Tips

Dr. Rob Hunter: Veterinary Pharmaceutical Approval

Dr. Brandi Karisch: Boosting Herd Immunity  

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:34) Introduction
• (04:37) Inside the research
• (06:29) Metaphylaxis insights
• (10:04) Performance and health data
• (15:44) Importance of the study
• (21:51) Feedlot recommendations
• (27:06) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Zachary Smith from South Dakota State University, explores the evolution of carcass weights and what it means for the future of beef production. He explains the factors behind increasing live weights, how technology and management are keeping pace, and what infrastructure and physiology limits may lie ahead. Gain timely insights into modern feeding strategies and consumer expectations. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Carcass weights have increased consistently at five pounds per year since the 1960s, with no clear end in sight."

Meet the guest: Dr. Zachary Smith is an Associate Professor at South Dakota State University. He holds degrees from Texas Tech and SDSU, with research focused on nutrition and management strategies to improve beef and dairy-derived cattle production.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:31) Introduction
• (03:01) Carcass weight trends
• (07:11) Managing heavy steers
• (11:38) Barriers to scaling up
• (16:40) Consumer preferences shift
• (28:47) Market and demand outlook
• (34:23) Final questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Nicolas DiLorenzo from the University of Florida discusses corn silage and sorghum silage as viable feed options for backgrounding and heifer development in beef cattle. He outlines performance outcomes, production costs, and labor considerations for integrating silage into cattle operations. Learn how silage strategies can boost efficiency while managing input challenges. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Corn silage remains one of the most cost-effective feeds, offering high nutritional value and yield when properly managed.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Nicolas DiLorenzo earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota after completing his degree in Agricultural Engineering at the Universidad Nacional de La Plata, Argentina. He completed a postdoctoral research appointment at Texas Tech University. Now an Associate Professor at the University of Florida, his work emphasizes beef cattle nutrition, ruminal fermentation, and environmental impact reduction.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:29) Introduction
• (01:56) Guest background
• (06:21) Corn silage feasibility
• (08:59) Sorghum silage value
• (11:21) Challenges of adoption
• (20:41) Self-feeding systems
• (28:36) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Jerrad Legako from Texas A&M University shares key insights on how factors like packaging, postmortem aging, and animal management impact beef quality. He explains the chemistry behind meat color, the role of consumer preferences, and how retail innovations influence the beef supply chain. Learn how science supports superior eating experiences and informs the entire beef supply chain. Listen now on all major platforms!

(Note: Dr. Jerrad Legako is currently an Associate Professor at Texas A&M University. At the time of recording, he was at Texas Tech University.)

"Stress has significant effects on tenderness, making animal handling a key quality factor."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jerrad Legako is Associate Professor and the Gary ‘68 and Kay Smith Chair in Meat Science Excellence at Texas A&M University. He earned his M.Sc. in Food Science from Oklahoma State University and his Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from Texas Tech University. His research centers on beef flavor chemistry, meat color stability, and how post-harvest technologies impact consumer eating experiences.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:30) Introduction
• (05:30) Flavor insights
• (07:30) Consumer preferences
• (11:40) Supply chain flexibility
• (15:07) Meat color explained
• (30:16) Beef quality
• (35:58) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Daniel Cummings, a beef cattle veterinarian at Heritage Vet Partners, shares insights on animal health technologies, parasite management, and sustainable veterinary practices. He discusses strategies for preserving the effectiveness of dewormers, the role of preconditioning in herd welfare, and how producers can work with veterinarians to optimize herd health. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Prioritization is key for practical cattle operations. And so we've got to help prioritize."

Meet the guest: Dr. Daniel Cummings, a beef cattle veterinarian at Heritage Vet Partners, specializes in preventive medicine and reproductive efficiency. With a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Auburn University and extensive experience in the veterinary field, he focuses on cow-calf and stocker operations, research, and innovation in animal health technologies.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:28) Introduction
• (04:06) Animal health technologies
• (08:00) Preconditioning benefits
• (11:14) Sustainable health practices
• (14:59) Producer-veterinarian collaboration
• (22:02) Parasite control strategies
• (27:48) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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