Whether you’re a seedstock producer, run a cow-calf operation or are purchasing cattle to put on feed, chances are you have a relationship with your local sale barn. Sitting in the stands watching animals run through the ring, the logistics of sorting like cattle, pregnancy checking, performing breeding soundness exams and readying cattle to go on grass (or into a feedlot) can be mind-numbing. 

On this episode of Angus at Work, we welcome you to listen in as we visit with veterinarian Chris Jolly regarding: 

• What happens when you drop cattle off at the sale barn
• How you can better prepare your animals to withstand stress from birth forward
• Steps you can take to minimize risk when introducing new livestock to your operation
• And much more!

Additional Resources:

• Here’s How to Make the Most of Vaccinations
• Become a Better Client for Your Veterinarian in Five Steps
• Panelists Talk Capturing Value During Angus Convention
• What Vaccines Should I Use? Tips for Establishing Vaccination Protocols
• Subscribe to the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA

A huge thank you to Purina for their sponsorship of this episode.

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Herd health is a top priority for cattle producers. We don’t like to see an animal ill, let alone lose one. Losing a market animal right before it crosses the finish line is especially frustrating.

Bovine congestive heart failure (BCHF) has captured headlines in recent months, but have you heard about the research Angus Genetics Inc. is conducting to learn more about the disease?

On this episode of Angus at Work, we welcome you to listen in as we visit with AGI President Kelli Retallick-Riley regarding: 

• The history and role of AGI related to Angus genetic improvements 
• What BCHF is and its potential effect on the beef industry 
• Current research being conducted by AGI and why producer involvement is important 
• And much more!  

Additional Resources:

• Bovine Congestive Heart Failure (BCHF) webinar
• Research On Bovine Congestive Heart Failure (BCHF) webinar
• Advance your commercial herd with GeneMax® Advantage™
• Subscribe to the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA

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The current cattle market is a hot topic around any coffee pot or small-town café, but did you know that team behind one particular industry group is working to support the livestock marketing infrastructure across our country? 

Founded in 1947, the Livestock Marketing Association is a national, member-led professional organization that works as an advocate for the livestock marketing industry and provides a voice on state and federal legislative and regulatory issues. LMA represents over 80% of all viable, regular-selling (minimum one sale per week) livestock markets in the United States.

On this episode Mike Vanmaanen, president of LMA, joins Angus Beef Bulletin Editor Shauna Hermel to discuss the who, what, when and where of his organization and how LMA is working to create an even stronger market for cattlemen across the nation.  

A huge thank you to Purina for their sponsorship of this episode. 

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Rural Americans are some of the most tenacious and giving individuals on the planet. While many of us identify as farmers and ranchers on a level far exceeding that of many “normal” careers, that devotion can come at a cost when it comes to managing the challenges associated with feeding the world.   

On today’s episode we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as we chat with Jeff Winton, founder of Rural Minds, about the need for a focus on mental healthcare in rural communities and how his organization is networking to make that happen. 

A huge thank you to Vermeer for their sponsorship of this episode. 

Additional resources:
Rural Minds
Webinars with Rural Minds
Rural Mental Health Resilience

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Innovations and technological advancements are two things the agricultural industry has a wealth of. Staying up to date on opportunities to adopt new tech or check out new products? Now, that can be easier said than done. 

On this episode, we're bringing you two more interesting interviews from CattleCon 2025 thanks to our very own Shauna Hermel. First up is Kaylene Ballesteros, Go-to-Market Manager, Hay & Forage for John Deere, to discuss available automation and insights including John Deere’s Precision Essentials Kit – a bundle of core equipment scalable to different size operations that gives you the option to choose the precision tools you need, when you need them.

Next up, we're joined by Steve Schram and Doug Shane from Solvet to discuss LidoBand, a latex rubber band designed to deliver lidocaine as a local anesthetic during castration of calves up to 250 pounds (lb.) and lambs under 50 lb.

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One concern that can keep any cattle producer hopping? Cattle health. 

Whether preventing the issue before it has a chance to begin or monitoring the health of fed cattle across a larger operation, ensuring cattle are living up to their full potential takes time and resources that can be hard to come by. 

On today’s episode we’re bringing you two interesting interviews from CattleCon25 thanks to our very own Shauna Hermel. 

First up is Eric Moore, Director of Technical Services with Norbrook, to share insight on efficient parasite control that won’t harm existing beneficial insects.

Then Jason Nickell, Director of Insights and Outcomes for Merck Animal Health and Ross Havens, Marketing Coordinator for Nichols Farms, will share the science behind Sensehub Feedlot as well as insight on how Sensehub performs in the real world. 

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Would it be fair to say the cattle industry revolves around relationships? These bonds are visible in the relationship between buyers and sellers, the partnership producers develop with their veterinarian or nutritionist, and the team we hope cattlemen can lean on when it comes to succession planning. With all the experts available within our industry, why play the risk management game by your lonesome?

On this episode of Angus at Work, Angus Beef Bulletin editor Shauna Hermel visited with Dave Weaber of Terrain at CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio, Texas. Tune in as they discuss: 

• Creating value for producers in the beef industry
• Building strong relationships with consumers
• Weather trends moving further into the year
• How to manage risk by building your own team of experts
• What Terrain hopes to provide to animal agriculture
• and more!

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Females are the backbone of the U.S. cow herd, but how can we as cattlemen do everything within reason to help those females reach their full potential?  

On this episode we visit with a guest I always enjoy chatting with: Associate Professor and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Jason Smith. Settle in as we discuss female-focused nutrition to ensure the pieces of the puzzle to support and develop long-term female fertility are in place.

A huge thank you to TWG Ranch for their sponsorship of this episode.

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Females are the factory that keep our operations moving forward. In the April edition of the Angus Beef Bulletin, you might have noticed the Female Foundations section. This new section is entirely focused on highlighting ranches that take managing their females to the next level. 

On this episode our very own Shauna Hermel sat down Rob and Leslie Hendry of Clear Creek Cattle Company to discuss the versatility of Angus-based females, marketability, herd management in a range setting, transition planning and much more.  

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Cattlemen are without a doubt one of the most resilient groups of people on the planet. While the cattle industry has weathered its fair share of market ups and downs, this current point in the cattle cycle is treating producers selling cattle pretty well.

On today’s episode our very own Shauna Hermel sat down with Senior Beef Analyst with Rabobank, Lance Zimmerman, to discuss:

• The current market
• What to expect in the near future
• What expansion might look like for producers down the road 
• And much more!

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While estate planning is likely to rank low on activities that bring most of humanity joy, agriculturalists need to devote time to getting their transition plan right.

But how do we go from broaching the topic of estate planning with loved ones to setting in motion an iron-clad transition when the time comes? Luckily, Shannon Ferrell - professor of Agriculture Economics specializing in Agricultural Law at Oklahoma State - has more than a few ideas. On this episode, we discuss: 

• The estate planning essentials everyone needs
• Assembling your team of transition experts
• Reasons to update your policies after big life events
• Why transition is an area of concern in agriculture
• Why no plan is a bad plan
• Rural mental health
• And much, much more!

Additional resources: 

• OSU Farm Stress
• Angus Convention estate planning feature

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While policy related to the cattle industry is undeniably important, as producers we typically fall into one of two camps: those of us who understand the importance of beef policy but who have seemingly one million things also requiring our attention back at home and those of us who derive great pleasure in the happenings related to beef in our home states and in Washington.

No matter where your preference lies, every four years like clockwork one event comes along that turns everything related to the inner workings of government on its head: the election of a new president.
 
With the inauguration and first few days of a new presidency fresh on our minds, this episode is devoted to all things policy. We are joined by Ethan Lane with the National Cattlemen's Beef Association to discuss: 

• The state of affairs over the last four years in our capital
• The typical transition of power
• How NCBA’s policy direction is developed
• The role that we all play is directing beef policy here in the U.S.
• And much, much more!

Additional resources: 

• NCBA's Policy webpage
• The NCBA Policy Book

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In my neck of the woods, September is a month where the air is filled with the sound of cattle being weaned. For calves, this is a completely new experience, similar to a child’s first day of kindergarten. For our cows, we’re asking them to wean a calf while still caring for another baby in-utero. Easy, right?

While there is a little social discomfort associated with weaning (and calves aren’t afraid to let you know about it), there are a number of methods deployed by cattlemen across the country to help their calves – and cows – come through weaning successfully. 

We welcome you to listen in as we visit with Ted Perry with Purina Animal Nutrition regarding:

• The stressors both cows and calves go through at weaning
• How we can alter our management to address stress
• The role nutrition plays
• How you can implement a few strategies to set your cattle up for improved performance long past weaning

Additional Resources:

• Don't Feed Cows Like You Did 20 Years Ago with Ted Perry
• Boosting Cow Herd Efficiency with Ionophores
• Building a Better Cow with David Lalman
• Subscribe to the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA

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Welcome to a brand new season of Angus at Work! To kick off this year we visited with two individuals who are very familiar with cattle markets and customer service. 

On this episode we travelled to Beaver, Okla., to sit down with Jeff Slatten, owner of Beaver County Stockyards, to hear his opinion on the current cattle markets, what is going well when it comes to cattle marketing, what producers can do to capitalize on the value of their cattle and how the staff at Beaver County keep their buyers and sellers coming back for more each week.

Later in the episode we also took the opportunity to visit with Layne Conkle, voice of the Beaver County Stockyard market report, to hear more about how marketing cattle has changed at Beaver over the last several years.

For more information about cattle markets or the stockyard itself, please visit the Beaver County Stockyards Youtube channel.

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We’re smack dab in the middle of a season of celebration and the beef industry certainly has its fair share to be thankful for.

On this episode - as part of a new quarterly market update feature - we chatted with Troy Marshall, Director of Commercial Industry Relations, about current trends in the cattle market, how Angus feeder-calf sales in several states got their start as well as an update on recent feeder-calf sales held in December, and where we see the cattle markets heading as we celebrate the new year and head into 2025.

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When considering the genetics you're currently using in your own herd (or those you're planning to use moving forward), a major challenge arises when bulls from multiple breeds are considered for the role of herd sire.

While in the past across breed expected progeny difference (EPD) comparisons might have been valid cause to pull your own hair out, researchers at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (MARC) in Clay Center, Neb., have flipped the script.

On this episode our host, Miranda Reiman, visited with the American Angus Association's Esther Tarpoff, director of performance programs, regarding: 

• Cross breed EPDs and how they're calculated
• Why having data comparing multiple breeds is revolutionary 
• The role MARC plays in strengthening the U.S. cattle herd 
• And much more! 

Additional Resources:
Across Breed EPD Adjustment Factors
Making Comparisons Across Breeds
U.S. Meat Animal Research Center

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With the holidays upon us, 2025 will be arriving before we know it. Keeping that idea in mind, our team wanted to switch things up to give you a sneak peek at our January 2025 edition of the Angus Beef Bulletin. 

On this episode, Lynsey McAnally checked in with your Angus regional managers Casey Jentz (Region 4), Will Harsh (Region 7), Quanah Gardiner (Region 12) and Shawn Gray (Region 13) - on the road - to discuss key thoughts to keep in mind when it comes to bull buying and the questions you might ask your seedstock provider to ensure the best possible fit for your own operation.

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Here at the Angus Beef Bulletin, our staff works to provide you – our subscribers – the most up-to-date information regarding health, nutrition, marketing, genetics and management. When we had the opportunity to interview a Kansas veterinarian at Angus Convention about a company working to provide effective vaccinations for immediate animal health concerns, we knew we had to bring you the information. 

On this episode, we are joined by Bob Gentry, key account manager with Medgene Labs, along with our very own Shauna Hermel, to discuss: 

• How Medgene's "platform technology" allows vaccines to safely and easily adapt to multiple animal disease targets
• Why a quick response to newly emerged illnesses in critical
• Which vaccinations are currently available from Medgene
• And much more!

 We thank Purina Mills for their support of this episode.

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When it comes to the vehicles used on cattle operations, one could say they’re the modern-day workhorse. But unlike nearly all the equipment we use in day-to-day operations, our pickups aren’t always purchased from a salesman who understands the unique needs of farmers and ranchers. Enter the Certified Agriculture Group, an entity set on changing the landscape when it comes to purchasing your next farm or ranch vehicle. 

On this episode, we are joined by Pat Driscoll, CEO and founder of the Certified Agriculture Group, along with our very own Shauna Hermel, to discuss: 

• The catalyst for forming the Certified Agriculture Group
• The unique needs farmers and ranchers have when it comes to vehicles
• How a pickup dealership driven model like that of tractor dealerships could work for producers
• And the exciting new vehicle developed by farmers for farmers

We thank Norbrook for their support of this episode.

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Whether cattlemen are marketing their calves through a sale barn, selling strictly through video sales or retaining ownership through the feedlot, one commonality shared by every producer is the desire to continue developing high-quality fat cattle.
 
On this episode we are joined by Chad Barker with National Beef, along with our very own Miranda Reiman, to discuss: 
 
- What cattle buyers are looking for
- Branded beef programs
- The thought behind growing heavier cattle without getting animals too large
- And more!

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Did you know the current red meat yield equation was rolled out in 1962? While our cattle have certainly changed over the last 60 years, the calculations used to compensate producers haven’t kept up with the times. Enter Dr. Dale Woerner and his team at Texas Tech University who are determined to find a better way to calculate true red meat yield using state-of-the-art technology.
 
On this episode, we are joined by Woerner – Cargill Endowed Professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Texas Tech. Tune in as Dale and our very own Shauna Hermel discuss: 

• The future of red meat yield calculation 
• How yield could be predicted with 90% accuracy using x-ray technology
• The relationship between ribeye area and true muscling
• Why putting on the right pounds to increase quality is important to consumers
• And more! 

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The cattle cycle is something everyone in the beef business is familiar with, but one incredibly bright spot in the current cycle is the quality of beef U.S. cattlemen are bringing to the table with less cattle overall.
 
On this episode, we are joined by Paul Dykstra, Director of Supply Management & Analysis with Certified Angus Beef. Take a listen as Paul and our very own Miranda Reiman chat about recent data on CAB cattle harvested, the data backing CAB brand standards, improvements in the quality of cattle over the last decade and the incredible job U.S. cattle producers are doing at bringing high quality cattle to market.

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There isn’t a cattleman alive who would argue against a strong relationship with their local veterinarian. While rural vets often grace our barns and working pens at odd hours, the optimum time to build a relationship and herd success plan probably isn’t at 3:00 a.m. while wrapping up a c-section. 

On this episode of Angus At Work, we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as our host Shauna Hermel chats with Randall Spare, president and veterinarian at Ashland Veterinary Center, regarding his experience with herd health consultation, problem solving with producers and how cattlemen play an important role in telling the story of beef.

We thank Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health for their support of this episode.

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We don’t know about you, but there isn’t a much better place to spend time in than the great outdoors. One of the beautiful things about farming and ranching – whether you work primarily on or off-farm – is that our workplace involves spending time amongst this beautiful creation and the wildlife that call it home.  

While it’s never a bad thing to appreciate the beauty of our wild creatures, they do sometimes throw a curveball when it comes to managing our own cattle.  

On this episode of Angus at Work, we welcome you to listen in as we visit with veterinarian Rosslyn Biggs of Oklahoma State University regarding:

• Diseases we should be on the lookout for when livestock and wildlife comingle
• Methods for managing risk
• Steps for preparedness
• Why a happy medium it crucial when it comes to coexisting with wildlife

Additional Resources:

• The Buzz on Flies of Importance with Sonja Swiger
• New World Screwworm Information | Oklahoma State University
• Producers Needed for Asian Longhorned Tick Study 
• Livestock Biosecurity Can Prevent Disease
• Veterinary Viewpoints: Disease Testing New Additions to a Herd 
• Subscribe to the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA

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Challenges come in all shapes and sizes for livestock producers, but when it comes to expanding your operation, building a home or embarking on a new business venture, interest rates are probably at the top of the list. 

On this episode we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as our host, Miranda Reiman, chats with Don Close, Chief Research & Analytics Officer at Terrain, regarding the mission of their company, what influences interest rates and where those rates are potentially trending in the near future.

We thank Westway Feed Products for their support of this episode.

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If we asked you to identify one major concern for the ag industry, what would your answer be? Whether you’re a cattleman managing an operation on your own or a feedlot manager responsible for ensuring the success of customer cattle, labor will most likely be toward the top of your list. 

Though not out to replace skilled livestock stewards, technology may offer some assistance in identifying animals in need of additional observation. 

On this episode, we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as our host Shauna Hermel chats with Jason Nickell, Director of Insights and Outcomes at Merck Animal Health, about an exciting cattle tag designed to capture individual behavioral and biometric data, including body temperature and activity. SenseHub Feedlot creates daily pull lists based on outlier data, allowing caregivers to identify animals that need to be removed for diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

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Whether you’re new to the business or have family ties going back generations, marketing insight and opportunities are vital to the continued success of any operation. But how can producers get good cattle in front of the right buyers? Video sales are one option that might be worth exploring. 

On this episode we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as we chat with Troy Marshall, director of commercial industry relations at the American Angus Association, as he shares his perspective on two recent video sales, opportunities available via the AngusLink program and Genetic Merit Scorecard, where the national cowherd sits regarding expansion and much more.

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Maybe you’re listening from an area that’s been struggling through a drought spell. Or maybe you’re thankful for the rain, but wishing Mother Nature would spread the storms out just a smidge ... Regardless of where our listeners are located and the weather conditions at home, one thing all producers can agree on is that efficient cows make tough times easier and times of plenty even better.

But how can we as producers select for more efficient females and build a more self-sufficient herd? Research is helping shed some light on feed efficiency and how cattlemen can put pressure on their herd to perform.

On this episode you’ll hear more from Miranda Reiman and our guest David Lalman, a professor and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist at Oklahoma State University, regarding research being conducted to help build a better cow.

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Determining whether to keep or market potential replacement females can be one of the most difficult decisions a commercial producer has to make. But even when taking into account the performance of a heifer’s mother, there can still be room for error when tasked with determining future productivity.

Enter GeneMax® Advantage™, a DNA test created in collaboration between Angus Genetics Inc., Certified Angus Beef® and Zoetis for commercial Angus replacement females.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear more from Shauna Hermel and our guests, Jared Decker and Jamie Courter of the University of Missouri, regarding the features of GeneMax® Advantage™ and how testing can help identify females with varying levels of genetic merit for feed cost, temperament and end-product traits.

Looking for more information on research backing the American Angus Association’s Hair Shed EPD? Check out the May 28, 2024, Angus University Webinar featuring Decker and Courter! 

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With Memorial Day family gatherings fresh on the mind, the question begs to be asked: What’s the plan for the future of the family farm?

Though the upcoming Feeder-Calf Marketing Guide will include information on how to start the conversation, we couldn’t miss out on the opportunity to talk to an expert on the topic in advance.  

 On today’s episode you’ll hear more from Shauna Hermel and our guest, Ron Hanson of the University of Nebraska, regarding how to discuss succession planning with loved ones so that everyone with a stake in your family operation is on the same page moving forward. 

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You may have heard the saying, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." 

Whether through genetics, management or vaccination, preventing Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) concerns in your herd should be at the top of most producer’s to-do lists.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear more from Shauna Hermel at CattleCon 2024 where she sat down with our guests, veterinarians D.L. Step of Boeringer Ingelheim and Dave Sjeklocha with Merck, to discuss their top tips for managing your herd and feeder calves to prevent disease issues. 

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Developing cattle in a feedlot environment is something that many have down to a science. Here at the Angus Beef Bulletin we try to bring awareness to new products hitting the market that could add value for our producers.

On today’s episode you’ll hear more from Shauna Hermel and our guests, Willard LeMaster and Robbie Bondurant from Furst-McNess, about their recently released Legacy Forward Beef line and a product they see having a positive influence on feedlot efficiency.

We thank Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health for their support of this episode.

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From land prices, to input costs and more, there are several barriers to young producers who are either stepping into a new role within a family operation or attempting to enter the cattle business for the first time. 

What they may not realize, is that there is an advocate for the livestock marketing industry providing a voice on state and federal legislative and regulatory issues in an effort to support producers as a whole. 

On today’s episode, you’ll hear more from Shauna Hermel and our guest, Mark Barnett, about:  

• The Livestock Marketing Association 
• The LMA's mission
• How the LMA’s efforts help ensure that no matter where a producer is located, they have can sell their livestock for a fair market value
• And more!

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Wouldn’t it be nice if we could predict the future? Think about it! Having cattle market data ahead of time could help any producer make more informed decisions when it comes to marketing their livestock. And that insight might not be as futuristic as you think!

On today’s episode you’ll hear more from Shauna Hermel and our guest Senior Animal Protein Economist Dave Weaber with Terrain Ag to discuss: 

• Market issues looking forward 3-4 years
• Competing meats
• Consumer demand
• And more!

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It’s no secret that the cattle market is looking great with few – if any – signs of changing directions soon. But with prices as high as they are, where can producers capture additional value? And what role does working with your feeder or packer play in product making it to the meat case? 

On this episode of Angus at Work we welcome you to listen in as we visit with Paul Dykstra, director of Supply Management and Analysis at Certified Angus Beef, about:

• His role at Certified Angus Beef,
• Premiums associated with Certified Angus Beef programs,
• How cattle qualify for Certified Angus Beef and what might keep them out of the program. In addition,
• His presentation from Feeding Quality Forum held Aug. 14-15 in Rochester, Minn., 
• How relationships are critical to the continued overall success of the beef industry,
• And more! 

A huge thank you to Vermeer for their sponsorship of this episode. 

Additional Resources:

• CAB FAQs including brand specifications
• Targeting the Brand™
• Get the CAB Insider
• Subscribe to the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA

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Proper nutrition to support the development and continued health of breeding females can typically be found at the top of every producer’s list of concerns. But what if adding a supplement to your existing ration could potentially boost fertility and performance? 

Today’s host, Shauna Hermel, sat down with Elanco’s Frank White at CattleCon 2024 to discuss: 

• Rumensin and its applications
• The potential effect of ionophores on heifer maturity and cyclicity 
• How proper nutrition affects the overall productivity of your cow herd
• And more!

We thank Westway Feed for their support of this episode.

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The importance of conserving and stewarding natural resources is one thing that everyone can agree on. But where do we even begin?

Whether it’s planting grass to decrease erosion, cross fencing to better manage grazing or creating wildlife habitat to encourage species diversity, the Natural Resources Conservation Service has programs and educational outlets that can help.

On today’s episode you’ll hear more from our guest, Charles Kneuper, and host Lynsey McAnally on: 

• The history of NRCS
• Conservation Technical Assistance
• The EQIP and CSP programs
• How to get started
• What to expect
• And more!

To find you local NRCS Service Center, please visit www.nrcs.usda.gov.  

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Delivering a quality product is something Angus producers are familiar with, but what opportunities and challenges are available as we move forward in the current cattle cycle? 
 
Today’s host, Miranda Reiman, sat down with Certified Angus Beef’s Paul Dykstra to discuss: 

• Current market trends
• What producers might expect in the coming year
• Dykstra's recent Angus University market presentation
• And more!

We thank Westway Feed for their support of this episode.

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Farmers and ranchers gathered together at Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City recently to attend Commercial Cattlemen’s Day. As part of the event, Angus University hosted a panel focused on balancing the consumer and the cow. 
 
Today’s host, Radio Oklahoma Network's Ron Hayes, sat down with panelists Jesse Luckie and Mark Johnson to discuss balancing consumer demand with a cow who can produce a quality product despite the environment she performs in. 

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One challenge facing many producers is finding a large animal vet in their area. With fewer vet students choosing to pursue large animal medicine, bovine-focused veterinarians are becoming a hot commodity.  
 
 Today’s host Shauna Hermel sat down with Imogene Hemeyer, associate veterinarian with a general veterinary clinic in Monroe City, Mo.; Kirby Latimer, a second-year vet student at the University of Missouri; and Paige Isensee, a fourth-year student at the University of Missouri to discuss bovine veterinary medicine, the challenges facing veterinarians, technology in the industry and why developing a relationship with your bovine practitioner is so important. 

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It’s easy to get stuck in the mindset of, “Well, that’s how we’ve always done it.” Fortunately, change and innovation run aplenty in the cattle business.

In November, the 2023 Angus Convention’s educational program highlighted innovations in the beef cattle industry and gave producers a chance to talk about challenges and opportunities they see in the future.

Today’s host Shauna Hermel sat down with panelists Travis Mitchell of Clemson University’s Cooperative Extension Service, South Carolina Cattlemen’s Association and Mitchell Farms; Lydia Yon, Yon Family Farms; and panel moderator Troy Marshall, American Angus Association, to learn more about how users of Angus genetics can capitalize on added premiums. 

They discuss: 

• How commercial producers can effectively market their own cattle
• Value of available verification programs through the Association and IMI Global
• Why seedstock producers and buyers of Angus genetics sharing data can be mutually beneficial 
• And more! 

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Regardless of where you fall within beef production, your experiences and opinions are incredibly valuable to understanding the pulse of our industry. 
 
 Today’s host Shauna Hermel sat down with Clay Zwilling, president of Angus Media, to discuss why hearing from producers is so important to our mission and the project our team designed to do just that: the brand-new Industry Insights survey. 

They discuss: 

• How hearing from cattle industry members helps determine the pulse of the beef business
• What key points rose to the top of the survey
• How Angus Media plans to use the data to benefit the industry as a whole
• And more! 

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Did you know that developing replacement females to be long-lasting contributors to your herd begins well before weaning? 
 
Today’s host Shauna Hermel visited with Lee Jones of Boehringer Ingelheim to discuss successful heifer development strategies and why considering protocols well in advance of weaning is advantageous for cattlemen, whether purchasing or developing their own replacements.

They discuss: 

• The building blocks of heifer development 
• What is fetal programming
• How careful development of heifers can have far-reaching results
• And more! 

If you'd like to contact Lee Jones directly with a question, you can contact him at lee.jones@boehringer-ingelheim.com.

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Regardless of where you fall within the beef industry, one of the many things we can agree on is our mutual goal of providing a quality product to consumers. 
 
 Today’s host Miranda Reiman sat down with Glen Dolezal of Cargill Protein to discuss pressure points within the beef industry, what consumers are looking for and how the demands of consumers reflect on the beef industry as a whole.

They discuss: 

• Beef industry history and current markets
• How beef producers are continually improving fed cattle
• What consumers are prioritizing when making buying decisions 
• And more! 

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• What exactly BRD is
• What effects BRD can have on calves at home and in feedyards
• How to detect BRD in groups of cattle
• Prevention and treatment options for BRD
• and more! 

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Are there very many pictures as pretty as a brand-new stretch of barbwire fence? Posts perfectly straight, wire absolutely level and slick cattle grazing on the right side of the fence complete that image in my mind. 

But have you ever stopped to think about what has to go on behind the scenes to make that view possible? It doesn’t just start with the early morning start on loading supplies or the inevitable family event missed because of wayward mammals. Is doesn’t even start with the drive into town or checking out at your local farm store. The story begins with a group of people somewhere in the world who take pride in producing a product that cattlemen rely on. 

On this episode of Angus at Work we welcome you to listen in as we visit with Bradley Burchfield, a member of the Agricultural Inside Sales Team at OKBrand, to discuss:

•  The history of the company,
• How different types of fencing are manufactured,
• The importance of buying U.S.-made products,
• Why the people who work at OKBrand make all the difference,
• And more!

A huge thank you to Purina for their sponsorship of this episode.

Additional Resources:

• Flexibility and Smart Supplementation with Karla Wilke 
• Will Your Bulls Be Ready Come Turnout Time? with Jeff Erquiaga 
• Don't Feed Cows Like You Did 20 Years Ago with Ted Perry
• Boosting Cow Herd Efficiency with Ionophores
• Subscribe to the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA

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History doesn’t repeat itself, but it does rhyme. This quote from Mark Twain reminds us to look back at our past while focusing on our future. 

Miranda Reiman sat down with industry consultant Nevil Speer to discuss improvements in quality, how far beef markets have come and how modern consumers are choosing to spend their money.

They discuss:

• The beef industry's focus on product improvement 
• Opportunities for producers to capture premiums for their cattle
• The importance of telling our story to younger consumers
• and more! 

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As cattlemen, there are many factors out of our control that impact operations. But how you we navigate extremely volatile markets to ensure long term success? 

Today’s host Miranda Reiman had a chance to chat with Dan Basse of Ag Resource Company who shed light on the U.S. and world economy, grain prices and the state of the cattle market over the coming year. 

They discuss:

• Current ag markets
• How to navigate market challenges
• Potential opportunities in the coming year
• and more! 

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The relationship between commercial cattlemen and their seedstock providers is a really important one, helping producers reach operational goals.

Today's host Miranda Reiman sat down with Paul Bennett, Knoll Crest Farm, to discuss the importance of that relationship and developing an understanding of genetic selection tools. 

They discuss:

• Operation goals
• Customer comfort with genetics
• How to keep the relationship strong
• and more! 

We thank Lallemand Animal Nutrition for their support of this episode!

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Unlike a six-year-old, your calves will not come up to you tell they don’t feel good. You often find out much later when performance is already lost. 

Today’s host Shauna Hermel sat down with Jason Nickell with Merck Animal Health at the Cattle Industry Convention earlier this year to talk about SenseHub. Yes, they talk about the product information, but what’s really fascinating is the technology to detect disease much sooner. 

They discuss:

• Why it's so hard to figure out how much production is lost with a sick calf
• What kind of diagnostic tools are available
• Two main symptoms to track to determine disease sooner
• Performance data behind the technology
• Much more!

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