In this special International Women’s Day episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Caitlin Cadaret, from Colorado State University, explores the importance of hands-on learning for shaping the next generation of beef industry professionals. From experiential learning in calving and neonatal care to understanding livestock stress thresholds and mitigation strategies, Dr. Cadaret shares her approach to bridging academic research with real-world beef production. Discover how maternal nutrition and stress can impact herds for generations and why practical education is key to advancing livestock management. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Maternal nutrient challenges affect offspring reproduction, from puberty to pregnancy, influencing herd efficiency for generations."

Meet the guest: Dr. Caitlin Cadaret earned her Ph.D. in Stress Physiology and M.S. in Animal Sciences from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, after completing her B.S. in Animal Sciences at California State University, Chico. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor at Colorado State University, focusing on livestock stress, multigenerational impacts of maternal nutrition, and innovative teaching methods.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:31) Introduction
• (02:19) Stress thresholds in livestock
• (04:39) Multigenerational reproductive health
• (07:13) Defining stress in livestock
• (13:11) Student engagement in research
• (22:31) Enhancing hands-on learning
• (28:07) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this special rerun episode of The Beef Podcast Show, we revisit our conversation with Jeff Smith, co-founder of Colorado Craft Beef, who shares the incredible journey of building a thriving direct-to-consumer beef brand. Jeff reveals the challenges and successes of acquiring a harvest facility, forming strategic partnerships with influential investors, and optimizing the beef supply chain. Discover how perseverance, innovative thought, and strategic alliances can turn obstacles into avenues for advancement and influence. Tune in on all major platforms!

"We will have more ability to make a positive impact if we put all our assets behind both of us, working with the right team and impacting the industry."

Meet the guest: Jeff Smith, co-founder of Colorado Craft Beef, holds a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business and Management from Colorado State University. With over two decades of experience spanning private equity, sales management, and agriculture, Jeff’s entrepreneurial journey led to the founding of a thriving grassroots beef brand.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:14) Introduction
• (09:29) Big moves and growth strategies
• (12:29) Partnerships and its impact
• (15:42) Rural communities
• (23:51) Future operational plans
• (39:14) Challenges of the deal process
• (51:02) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Jessica Sperber, a feedlot extension specialist from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, explores key aspects of feedlot management and beef cattle nutrition. Dr. Sperber shares her insights on the differences in feedlot practices between the U.S. and Canada, the impact of different feeding strategies on cattle performance, and the significance of understanding carcass transfer. Don't miss the episode, available on all major platforms.

P.S.: This episode was recorded in May 2024. Experior and MGA were not approved to be fed together at that time—that changed in November. Also, the fat cattle prices discussed in the episode may not reflect current values.

"Carcass transfer analysis reveals how much live weight gain is retained in the carcass, crucial for optimizing feedlot outcomes."

Meet the guest: Dr. Jessica Sperber holds a Ph.D. in Ruminant Nutrition from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and an M.S. in Meat Science from West Texas A&M University. She is an Assistant Professor and Feedlot Extension Specialist at UNL, focusing on feedlot performance, carcass outcomes, and technologies to enhance beef production efficiency. With a diverse background in cow/calf operations and a passion for sustainable beef production, Dr. Sperber brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry.

What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:33) Introduction
• (05:37) Feedlot U.S. vs. Canada
• (09:17) Barley vs. corn in feed
• (12:49) Managing heifers vs. steers
• (24:05) Carcass transfer
• (32:58) Best practices for management
• (39:08) Final three questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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