The Beef Podcast Show

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Do you want to be in the top 1% of the beef industry?  Then learn how to improve beef production with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global beef industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time.

  1. Dr. Blaine Ellison: Cortisol Effects on Cattle Growth | Ep. 173

    2D AGO

    Dr. Blaine Ellison: Cortisol Effects on Cattle Growth | Ep. 173

    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.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! 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. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    36 min
  2. Dr. Marta Kohmann: Cover Crops and Soil Health | Ep. 172

    MAR 11

    Dr. Marta Kohmann: Cover Crops and Soil Health | Ep. 172

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Marta Kohmann, Assistant Professor of Forage Systems Agroecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, explains how cover crops and alfalfa management influence soil health, nutrient cycling, and forage productivity. She discusses nitrogen fixation, cereal rye allelopathy, nutrient removal in harvested systems, and equipment impacts on soil compaction. Learn how to match crops to cattle needs and improve system resilience. Listen now on all major platforms! “Cover crops provide multiple benefits, including nutrient cycling, soil protection, and weed suppression, making them a valuable tool in grain and forage systems across diverse environments.” Meet the guest: Dr. Marta Kohmann is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Forage Systems Agroecology at the University of Wisconsin Madison. She earned her PhD in Agronomy from the University of Florida and focuses on perennial pastures, alfalfa, and cover crops managed for persistence and production. Her work integrates soil health, nutrient management, and forage systems for beef and dairy operations.  Click here to read the full research article! Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:49) Introduction(07:19) Cover crop benefits(12:10) Nitrogen fixation explained(19:00) Rye allelopathy research(33:24) Nutrient removal findings(39:13) Soil compaction impact(43:29) 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 - Farmatan - Virbac - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    54 min
  3. Dr. Daniel Cummings: Parasite Control Strategies | Ep. 171

    MAR 4

    Dr. Daniel Cummings: Parasite Control Strategies | Ep. 171

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Daniel Cummings from Heritage Vet Partners explains the complexities of parasite control in beef cattle operations. He highlights the differences between parasite classes, application strategies, and the economic impacts of mismanagement. Learn how to optimize deworming protocols, identify resistance risks, and improve animal performance through intentional decisions. Listen now on all major platforms! "Parasites compete directly with those nutrients in the intestinal tract, impacting gain and immune function through hormonal changes and appetite suppression." Meet the guest: Dr. Daniel Cummings is the Vice President of Clinical Operations at Heritage Vet Partners, where he leads clinical practice, research, and technical support focused on beef cattle in the Southeastern U.S. With a DVM from Auburn University and years of industry experience, Dr. Cummings specializes in preventive medicine and reproductive efficiency. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! 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(02:06) Introduction(04:21) Parasite control importance(08:36) Application method options(12:58) Resistance management(15:18) Choosing parasite control options(24:05) Grazing management role(27:25) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Virbac * Pro Earth Animal Health * Applied Biotechnologies * Boehringer Ingelheim - DietForge - dsm-firmenich - Rangen Group - Farmatan 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    31 min
  4. Paul Mitchell: Cow Nutrition & Calf Outcomes | Ep. 170

    FEB 25

    Paul Mitchell: Cow Nutrition & Calf Outcomes | Ep. 170

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Paul Mitchell from Imogene Ingredients shares how Farmatan can support cow and calf health in the beef cattle industry. Drawing from his background in cow-calf systems and animal nutrition solutions, Paul explains the science behind the Clean Cow and Clean Calf program and its impact on colostrum quality, gut health, and calf survival. He highlights practical nutrition strategies that improve herd performance while supporting responsible production. Listen now on all major platforms to learn how nutrition can drive healthier beef cattle operations! "What we are really doing is slowing down the passage of protein and knocking down Clostridium, which is beneficial for the cow." Meet the guest: Paul Mitchell is the Managing Partner at Imogene - House of Farmatan, where he focuses on sourcing specialty ingredients to improve animal nutrition in the beef cattle industry. Raised in a cow-calf and milling operation in Ireland, he brings more than 20 years of leadership experience across product development and business strategy. Paul holds degrees in economics, environmental science, and business.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:46) Introduction(07:11) Program overview(09:59) Ingredient science(18:13) Colostrum benefits(21:36) Gut health effects(28:46) Cow calf outcomes(40:51) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Farmatan * Applied Biotechnologies * Pro Earth Animal Health * Boehringer Ingelheim - dsm-firmenich - Rangen Group - Virbac - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    46 min
  5. Dr. Eugene Janzen: Bovine Respiratory Disease Insights | Ep. 169

    FEB 18

    Dr. Eugene Janzen: Bovine Respiratory Disease Insights | Ep. 169

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Eugene Janzen from the University of Calgary breaks down how bovine respiratory disease has shifted in feedlot systems. He explains pathogen changes, the impact of co-mingling, and how modern data tools have reshaped pen riding and treatment decisions. Hear practical insights that matter for anyone managing cattle health in commercial yards. Listen now on all major platforms. "Respiratory disease in the bovine feed yard has changed significantly as pathogens shift and new challenges emerge." Meet the guest: Dr. Eugene Janzen is a professor emeritus of buiatrics at the University of Calgary Veterinary Medicine and a locum virtual diagnostician in feedlot practice. His career spans cow calf and feedlot health, respiratory disease dynamics, and epidemiologic challenges in modern beef systems.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:24) Introduction(04:43) BRD insights(07:09) Pathogen shifts(12:20) Co-mingling risks(17:39) Data advances(26:24) Future tech trends(33:04) Final three 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 - Farmatan - Virbac - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    36 min
  6. Dr. Gregg Rentfrow: Advancing with the New Meats Lab | Ep. 168

    FEB 11

    Dr. Gregg Rentfrow: Advancing with the New Meats Lab | Ep. 168

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Gregg Rentfrow from the University of Kentucky explains how retail beef cutting has evolved and why product size, convenience foods, and consumer cooking confidence continue to shape the beef marketplace. He also discusses Kentucky’s new Meat and Foods Industry Advancement Center and how it will support research, teaching, and extension. Listen now on all major platforms. "A new meats laboratory must support industry evolution by offering adaptable spaces capable of meeting future processing, teaching, and research requirements." Meet the guest: Dr. Gregg Rentfrow earned his B.S. and M.S. in Meat Science from the University of Illinois and his Ph.D. in Meat Science and Muscle Biology from the University of Missouri. With expertise spanning retail cutting, muscle biology, teaching, and extension, his work supports meat processors, beef producers, and consumers through practical education and applied research.  Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(02:01) Introduction(02:59) Guest background(08:21) Retail cutting change(13:35) New meat lab(18:41) Research impact(38:34) Food education(44:28) Final questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Applied Biotechnologies * Pro Earth Animal Health * Boehringer Ingelheim - dsm-firmenich - Farmatan - Rangen Group - Virbac - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    46 min
  7. Dr. Tara Felix: Beef-on-Dairy Progress | Ep. 167

    FEB 4

    Dr. Tara Felix: Beef-on-Dairy Progress | Ep. 167

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Tara Felix from Penn State University explains how beef-on-dairy has evolved and what current research reveals about genetics, early-life nutrition, and health challenges in beef-on-dairy progeny. She discusses industry gaps, including rumen development, early stressors, and risks of liver abscesses, and how collaborative research can strengthen performance across the supply chain. Listen now on all major platforms. "Long-term progress in beef on dairy requires reliable calf performance data generated through cooperative research between industry partners and academic programs." Meet the guest: Dr. Tara L. Felix is an Associate Professor of Animal Science at Penn State University, where she serves as the Extension Beef Cattle Specialist. Her work focuses on applied research to support the beef cattle industry, with an emphasis on beef-on-dairy progeny, early-life nutrition, health, and carcass value. Her experience spans genetic selection, feeding systems, and supply chain efficiency. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:23) Introduction(02:41) Genetic insights(07:21) Growth and feeding(11:19) Advancing calf data(13:41) Improving efficiency(20:03) Industry direction(26:56) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Applied Biotechnologies * Pro Earth Animal Health - Virbac - DietForge - dsm-firmenich - Farmatan - Rangen Group 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    31 min
  8. Dr. Kraig Peel: Tools for Beef Cattle Efficiency | Ep. 166

    JAN 28

    Dr. Kraig Peel: Tools for Beef Cattle Efficiency | Ep. 166

    In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Kraig Peel from Adisseo breaks down how amino acid nutrition is opening new doors for efficiency in beef cattle systems. He covers nitrogen utilization, liver health, carcass value, and reproductive performance across cow-calf, stocker, and feedlot operations. Dr. Peel shares how targeted nutrient strategies can improve feed efficiency and biological response while supporting sustainability goals producers care about. Listen now on all major platforms! "If more metabolizable protein is available, animals can shift protein deposition toward lean tissue instead of excess fat." Meet the guest: Dr. Kraig Peel is the Commercial Beef Director at Adisseo, with extensive experience in beef cattle nutrition, production, and sustainability. He previously served as a faculty member at Colorado State University and continues teaching animal science courses. His work focuses on improving protein utilization, animal health, and environmental efficiency across beef systems.  Like The Beef Podcast Show? Check out these episodes from The Dairy Podcast Show: Dr. Mark Hanigan: Balancing Amino Acids in Feed | Ep. 107 Dr. Jennifer Spencer: Heifer Reproductive Management | Ep. 122 Chad Robbins: Methionine, Forage and Transition Cow Health | Ep. 129 Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:53) Introduction(03:48) Beef amino acid value(06:21) Carcass response data(09:09) Nitrogen efficiency(11:03) Hydroxy-selenomethionine(18:12) Moving into beef(23:46) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Adisseo * Applied Biotechnologies * Pro Earth Animal Health - Virbac - DietForge - Farmatan - dsm-firmenich 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: The Beef Podcast Show Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show

    26 min
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Do you want to be in the top 1% of the beef industry?  Then learn how to improve beef production with high-impact strategies and through a modern podcast especially conceived and designed by and for the brightest minds of the global beef industry. Perfect for staying up to date with the latest research, trends and hot topics of the industry in a light and interesting way, while saving your time.

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  • Creator
    Wisenetix
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    178
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The Beef Podcast Show

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