On this introductory episode to the podcast, you will meet the host, Chantel McRae.  Chantel, her husband Brett, and son Corbin, farm South West of Brandon, Manitoba and run a herd of purebred Angus cattle who calve in the spring.  They sell 2 year old bulls and replacement heifers and grain farm as well.  Their focus is on the soil health principles for both their pasture and grain land, and they do their best to be good stewards of the land they own and rent.

Chantel started working for MBFI in January of 2022 as an Extension Specialist with the goal of increasing awareness and information regarding the projects and important research happening here at MBFI.  One of the ways we have decided to do that is through a podcast that shares information on the important research that is being conducted here at MBFI, as well as extension events and on farm practices and technologies. 

This episode gives an overview of the show, and what to expect in the upcoming episodes, as we meet and interview MBFI’s General Manager, project leads, MBFI staff, extension speakers and more.  We will be talking with some Manitoba producers who are implementing similar practices and discussing industry news.  Stay tuned for the first full length episode with General Manager, Mary-Jane Orr as we welcome you to “Beef & Forage Roundup” and find out more about Manitoba Beef & Forage Initiatives, upcoming events and research projects.  

We encourage you to follow MBFI on social media, or check out the website for more information on project findings and results, upcoming events and more!

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