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Grazing Management
Heat Stress
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Cattle Management
Cheatgrass
Native Grass Pastures
Crested Wheatgrass
Photosensitization
Kansas State University
Cattle Performance
Estrus Synchronization
Dairy Cattle
Sorghum-Sudangrass
Swath Grazing
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Smooth Brome
Beef Cattle
Prostaglandin
Beef Reproductive Physiology

The BeefWatch Podcast provides timely information to help beef cattle producers improve the sustainability and profitability of their operations. BeefWatch is provided by the Nebraska Extension Beef Systems team and is the audio companion to the UNL BeefWatch Newsletter.

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Current crop commodity prices, fertilizer input costs, and a shortage of grazeable forage in Nebraska is creating a senario where planting summer annual forages for grazing or harvested feed may be a more profitable option than growing row crops in 2... more

Taking time to annual review your insurance policy to understand what is and is not covered in the event of a wilfire is an important practice for farm and ranch owners.

Jessie Jarvis, a rancher from near Eagle, Idaho shares her family's experience with using virtual fence to graze cows on portions of allotments that didn't burn without building physcial fence. The lessons earned and the opportunities she sees going ... more

Dr. Matt Hille, Veterinary Pathologist and Extension Specialist, discusses the westward movement of the Asian Longhorned Tick and the impact it can have as a vector for Bovine Theileriosis which is caused by a protoza which results in anemia for infe... more

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Jerry Volesky
Extension Range and Forage Specialist
University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension
Episode: Managing Burned Pastures After a Wildfire - How to Graze
Mitch Stephenson
Range Management Specialist
Panhandle Research and Extension Center
Episode: Managing Burned Pastures After a Wildfire - How to Graze
Karla Wilke
Nebraska Extension Cow-Calf Systems and Stocker Management Specialist
University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension
Episode: Considerations for Breeding Season in Confinement for Beef Cattle
David Smith
Epidemiologist, veterinarian; involved in Sandhills Calving System research
Mississippi State University
Episode: 25 Years of the Sandhills Calving System
Dale Grotelueschen
Professor Emeritus; contributed to diagnostics and extension work on Sandhills Calving System
University of Nebraska (Panhandle Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, Scottsbluff; Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center, Clay Center)
Episode: 25 Years of the Sandhills Calving System
Randall Spare
Veterinarian with wildfire response experience, Ashland, Kansas
Veterinarian, Ashland, KS
Episode: Caring for Livestock and People after Wildfire
Travis McCarty
Veterinarian with wildfire response experience
Great Plains Veterinary Education Center, Nebraska
Episode: Caring for Livestock and People after Wildfire
Becky Funk
Veterinarian, Great Plains Veterinary Education Center
Great Plains Veterinary Education Center, Nebraska
Episode: Caring for Livestock and People after Wildfire
Brian Vanderly
Veterinarian, Great Plains Veterinary Education Center
Great Plains Veterinary Education Center, Nebraska
Episode: Caring for Livestock and People after Wildfire

Hosts

Aaron Burger
Nebraska Extension Educator and Host of the BeefWatch Podcast
Aaron Berger
Nebraska Extension Educator and Host of the BeefWatch Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Great Information

    Timely information brought in a quick, condensed podcast. They hit the highlights and features of the subject without dragging it out. One of my favorites to listen too. I look forward to each new episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GMC Farms
    United States3 years ago
  • Great value

    I’ve been listening to this podcast now for a couple of years, even though I’m based in Australia. I love learning about the similarities and differences between the US and AUS beef industries. Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CG86QLD
    Australia6 years ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    This is the best cattle information available in the US. UNL is leading the way on helping farmers have more efficient beef herds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kentuckypipw
    United States7 years ago
  • Episode on Adding Hunting to your Operation

    In many states, you can also check out your state’s public hunting and fishing lease program through your state fish and game agency. In Nebraska this program (Open Fields and Waters) provides an annual per acre payment based on habitat type, takes care of signage, and waives the landowner of all liability through the Nebraska Recreational Liability Act. Additional cost share and technical assistance for habitat improvements (cedar tree removal, prescribed fire, or even incentives to help cover... more

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    River Runner 87
    United States7 years ago
  • Good Info

    UNL does a great job on this, specifically Aaron. Don’t let the short length deter you. This is drinking from a fire hose of info! I end up listening two or three times to get everything locked in.

    Apple Podcasts
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    blood/sweat/steers
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the concise and informative nature of the content, which is delivered in a quick, engaging format.
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The show is recognized for its timely insights into the agricultural sector, particularly for producers in the beef industry.

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Caring for Livestock and People after Wildfire
Q: How should producers handle documentation and potential compensation?
Document pre-fire herd numbers, post-fire counts, and pregnancy status; work with the FSA to understand local requirements for programs like LIP and ELAP, and get third-party verification where possible.
Caring for Livestock and People after Wildfire
Q: What should producers do immediately after a wildfire when assessing livestock?
Start with a triage approach to identify dead or severely injured animals, then inspect feet, udders, and overall health; coordinate with neighbors to access facilities for handling and examination.
Considerations for Breeding Season in Confinement for Beef Cattle
Q: What are some practical considerations for bulls and group management in confinement?
Consider rotating bulls, grouping older bulls separately from younger ones, ensuring strong fencing between groups, and arranging breeding soundness exams to avoid introducing subfertile bulls into a tight-area breeding program.
Considerations for Breeding Season in Confinement for Beef Cattle
Q: Share with us some principles to pay attention to for folks dry-lotting cows during the breeding season.
Key principles include creating appropriate housing with ample space to prevent aggression and ensure adequate feeding, tailoring the diet to lactation energy needs, and using strategies like synchronization to improve early-season bred rates while managing bulls carefully in a confined setup.
Snap2Graze: Turning Cereal Rye Pasture Photos into Grazing Decisions
Q: So what about its applicability beyond cereal rye—will it work for other forages like wheat, triticale, or oats, and what are the current limitations?
The team is confident it can work for several small grains, with ongoing evaluation, but notes that it's less reliable for perennial forages and less accurate after heading; future updates aim to broaden forage compatibility while maintaining core clipping and canopy cover relationships.

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Focused on the needs of beef cattle producers, content reflects timely discussions about market conditions, cattle management practices, and nutrition strategies. Episodes cover a range of topics from greenhouse gas emissions linked to cattle to innovations in feeding practices. The podcast often includes insights from experts and practitioners in the agriculture sector, aiming to enhance producers' operational sustainability and profitability through research-based information and practical advice. Unique aspects may include the integration of technology and current market forecasts, tailoring content to address both daily management challenges and long-term livestock production planning.

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