Episode 91: Bale Grazing Checks the Boxes for Three Canadian Producers
Bale grazing can cut costs, save labour, and boost pasture health—but it comes with a learning curve. In this episode, three Canadian beef producers share their experiences, tips, and lessons learned ...
21 Loka 202512min
Episode 90: Don't Let Nitrates Sneak Up on Your Herd
Nitrates can pose a serious risk in beef cattle diets when consumed at high levels. Understanding how nitrates work, when they become a concern, and how to manage them effectively is key to protecting...
14 Loka 20257min
Episode 89: Fiber in Finishing Diets
High-grain feedlot diets improve feed efficiency and marbling, but they must be managed carefully to protect cattle health and welfare. Forage, often silage, provides the fiber needed to support rumen...
7 Loka 202512min
Episode 88: Tap Into Savings
Water is the most critical nutrient for beef cattle, with shortages having immediate and severe impacts — especially in heat or drought. This episode highlights the importance of well-designed water s...
1 Loka 20256min
Episode 87: A Quarter Century of Progress in Extended Grazing
For Canadian farmers and ranchers, extended grazing systems have proven their worth over the past 25 years—cutting feed costs, improving efficiency, and benefiting the environment. Compared to convent...
23 Syys 20259min
Episode 86: Rest Stops During Long-Haul Transport: Helpful or Harmful?
Transport regulations have renewed attention on the role of rest stops for weaned calves. While the idea is that breaks during long-haul transport might reduce stress and improve animal welfare, resea...
16 Syys 202510min
Episode 85: Evolution in Cattle Feeding, Management and Demand
Over the past 25 years, research has helped producers who background and finish beef cattle gain a deeper understanding of how nutrition supports animal health and meets consumer needs. In this episod...
9 Syys 20259min
Episode 84: Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality?
Forage quality plays a critical role in cattle nutrition, yet it’s not always prioritized when management decisions are made. By focusing on quality, producers can often reduce costs—getting more from...
2 Syys 20258min
