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UNL BeefWatch

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

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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00:26:48

Keys for Corn Stalk Residue Grazing with Cattle

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/09/22

Dr. Mary Drewnoski shares research producers can use to effectively utilize corn residue. Expected grazing days per acre, supplementation strategies and factors that impact grazing quality are discussed.

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00:26:48

Keys for Corn Stalk Residue Grazing with Cattle

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/09/22

Dr. Mary Drewnoski shares research producers can use to effectively utilize corn residue. Expected grazing days per acre, supplementation strategies and factors that impact grazing quality are discussed.

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00:13:44

Asian Longhorned Ticks - Spreading West Towards Nebraska

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/09/19

David Boxler discusses the unique challenges these ticks provide, disease they can transmit,how to scout for them and options for control

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00:08:57

Watch Out for Whorled Milkweed: Identifcation,...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/09/15

Whorled Milkweed can be toxic when consumed by livestock. Management practices to mitigate its presence in hay fields and the risk when it is present in harvested hay is discussed

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00:15:20

What is Fundamentally Driving Cattle Prices?

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/09/05

Dr. Elliott Dennis shares factors shaping the cattle markets and states that at the foundation is exceptional consumer demand for beef!

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00:11:22

Don't Wait for Spring: Why Fall is Prime Time for...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/09/02

Excellent control of perennials, biennnials and winter annual weeds can occur in the fall through the use of strategically applied herbicides. Keys for timing and application are discussed.

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00:11:27

The Hidden Cost of Silage Storage - and How to Stop It

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/08/25

Best management practices to minimize silage spoilage and reduce dry matter loss are discussed.

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00:21:08

Using the Cattle Comfort Index to Trigger Heat...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/08/21

Air flow, water, sprinklers, shade and even bedding can be helpful to reduce the impacts of heat on cattle. Benefits of different methods are discussed.

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00:21:27

Using Herbicide for Cheatgrass Management in the...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/08/18

Research has shown a combination of two herbicides applied on pasture and rangeland in the fall can have effective control of winter annual grasses on rangeland and pasture. How the products work and principles for application are discussed.

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00:10:39

Challenges of the Beef Calf Born in July, August and...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/08/11

Considerations for care and management of calves born in mid to late summer along with practices that can mitigate common stressors are discussed.

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00:13:06

What does summer pneumonia look like in calves and...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/08/04

Nebraska Extension Veterinarian Dr.Funk discusses factors that contribute to and common symptoms of summer pneumonia in nursing calves.

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00:16:51

Getting Reacquainted with the Cattle Comfort Index

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/31

The research behind the Cattle Comfort Index is explained and resources producers can use to access the information is discussed.

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00:17:26

Pause and Get Perspective on Current Cattle Prices

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/28

Dr. David Anderson, market analyst shares his perspective on current prices and some thoughts on price risk management for cattle producers.

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00:19:17

When Estrus Synch Goes Sideways: Practical...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/24

Review of the standard estrus synch drugs are discussed as well as frequent questions that are raised related to common problems that can occur. Resources for estrus synch planning are discussed as well.

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00:20:58

Is that Corn Crop Worth More as Silage or as Grain?

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/21

Valuing a corn crop standing in the field for silage harvest or delivered to the cattle in the bunk and the factors that impact the price based on moisture content and quality are discussed.

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00:45:55

Is it Time to Consider Virtual Fence for Intensive...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/16

University of Nebraska researchers have began exploring the capabilities of virtual fence for grazing management in annual forages and perennial pastures. Their experience, how the tool has worked, and opportunities for application in a producer setting are discussed.

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00:43:04

Virtual Fence - A Ranchers Three Years of Experience...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/11

Daniel Mushrush, an early adopter of virtual fence technology shares his experience. What went well, what didn't, and the opportunities this tool provides for his family's ranch.

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00:24:46

Creep Feeding Beef Calves, Profit or Expense?

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/10

The cost of gain versus the value of gain is key for the profitablity of creep feeding calves. Keys to consider when evaluating whether or not to creep feed calves are discussed.

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00:20:48

Assessment of Nutrient Content of Grasslands Enrolled...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/08

CRP acres are often grazed with cattle. Having an estimate of the quality of this forage can help producers know what protein and energy supplementation may be needed to meet animal nutrient needs. Recent data from KSU provides baseline information on protien and energy of forage.

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00:22:26

One Participant 401K is a Tax Savings and Financial...

UNL BeefWatch ·

2025/07/02

The one participant 401K is a retirement account with unique options for small business owners. The ability to borrow from it and flexibility in funding the account make it an attractive option to consider when times are good on the ranch.

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