The Beef Podcast Show

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Marcio Ladeira from the Federal University of Lavras in Brazil shares cutting-edge research on beef cattle nutrition and fetal programming. Discover innovative supplementation strategies for Brazil’s challenging dry season and their impact on beef quality, feedlot performance, and marbling. Dr. Ladeira breaks down how gene expression and management practices can enhance profitability and beef production. Listen now on all major platforms! "A study using vitamin A injections in pregnant cows at 250 days of gestation significantly improved the quality grade of their offspring." Meet the guest: Dr. Marcio Ladeira [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcio-ladeira/] is a professor at the Federal University of Lavras in Brazil. With a degree in Animal Science from the Federal University of Viçosa and a Ph.D. in Animal Science from UFMG, Dr. Ladeira’s expertise spans nutrigenomics, feedlot performance, and beef quality improvement. What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:02) Introduction * (02:16) Dr. Ladeira’s background * (03:38) Fetal programming * (06:10) Vitamin A on beef * (17:16) Feedlot strategies * (19:30) Brazilian market trends * (30:50) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Virbac [https://vet-us.virbac.com/cattle] - dsm-firmenich [https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html] - Bioverse [https://myhealthyfarms.com/] - Pro Earth Animal Health [https://proearthanimalhealth.com/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/beefpodcast/] LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86453620/admin/feed/posts/]

In this special holiday episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, Extension Meat Specialist at the University of Kentucky, shares his expertise on how meat processing bridges tradition and innovation in the beef industry. As families come together for holiday meals, he explores the enduring craft of meat cutting, the science behind it, and the ways the industry adapts to changing consumer preferences. From freezer beef marketing to preserving the beloved flavors of holiday feasts, this episode honors the perfect balance of tradition and progress. Tune in to learn how beef plays a starring role in holiday celebrations! "Generational shifts in beef consumption and sizing demand innovative approaches in the meat industry." Meet the guest: Dr. Gregg Rentfrow is an Extension Meat Specialist and professor at the University of Kentucky, with over 35 years of experience in the meat science industry. He earned his Ph.D. in Meat Science and Muscle Biology from the University of Missouri and his M.S. in Meat Science from the University of Illinois. Dr. Rentfrow specializes in preserving traditional meat-cutting skills while addressing modern industry challenges.  What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:31) Introduction * (03:01) Meat science * (05:22) Meat cutting evolution * (13:57) Consumer behavior * (26:39) Freezer beef trends * (28:53) Beef pricing * (41:00) Final questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Pro Earth Animal Health [https://proearthanimalhealth.com/] - Virbac [https://vet-us.virbac.com/cattle] - dsm-firmenich [https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html] - Bioverse [https://myhealthyfarms.com/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/beefpodcast/] LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86453620/admin/feed/posts/]

In this special Christmas episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Rick Rasby, from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, shares timely insights into winter feeding strategies to ensure optimal health and productivity for beef cattle. From effective body condition scoring and managing first-calf heifers to utilizing corn residue and analyzing forage quality, Dr. Rasby provides practical, research-backed approaches to support sustainable and profitable beef operations. Celebrate the season with valuable knowledge—listen now on all major podcast platforms! "Body condition scoring provides a clear indicator of nutrition program effectiveness and its impact on reproductive performance." Meet the guest: Dr. Rick Rasby [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-rasby-476974b3/], Beef Cow/Calf Specialist at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, brings over 38 years of expertise in advancing sustainable and profitable cow-calf production systems. With a Ph.D. and M.S. in Beef Cattle Reproduction from Oklahoma State University, Dr. Rasby combines his extensive academic background with hands-on experience to develop practical management strategies for producers. What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:24) Introduction * (02:17) Career path * (06:42) Body condition scoring * (16:26) First-calf heifers * (19:30) Corn residue grazing * (25:56) Forage quality * (32:19) Final questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Virbac [https://vet-us.virbac.com/cattle] - dsm-firmenich [https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html] - Pro Earth Animal Health [https://proearthanimalhealth.com/] - Bioverse [https://myhealthyfarms.com/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/beefpodcast/] LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86453620/admin/feed/posts/]

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Phil Bass from the University of Idaho shares insights into the future of meat science in the beef industry. Dr. Bass discusses the importance of carcass quality, consumer-driven beef trends, and the growing role of direct-to-consumer models. His insights emphasize how continuous learning and adaptability are crucial for meeting industry demands. Listen now on all major platforms! "The consumer essentially sets the price. The demand is there, so as cattle producers, we need to continue focusing on quality." Meet the guest: Dr. Phil Bass [https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-bass-9673399/], an Associate Professor in Meat Science at the University of Idaho, holds a Ph.D. in Animal Science from Colorado State University. With prior experience as a meat scientist for Certified Angus Beef, Dr. Bass combines industry expertise with academic research.  What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (00:55) Introduction * (07:24) Future of meat science * (09:10) Focus on quality * (12:44) Challenges with carcass size * (15:36) Direct-to-consumer strategies * (23:17) Quality & consumer demand * (26:30) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Virbac [https://vet-us.virbac.com/cattle] - dsm-firmenich [https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html] - Pro Earth Animal Health [https://proearthanimalhealth.com/] - Bioverse [https://myhealthyfarms.com/] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/beefpodcast/] LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86453620/admin/feed/posts/]

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Patricia Ramos from the University of São Paulo in Brazil joins us to discuss insights into enhancing beef quality. She shares her research on beef quality in Bos indicus cattle raised in tropical systems, focusing on modifications that can alter muscle energy metabolism in the early postmortem phase and addressing factors of stress responsiveness. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform! "Stress management in cattle directly influences calpastatin activity, making the tenderness process a bit more difficult." Meet the guest: Dr. Patricia Ramos [https://bv.fapesp.br/pt/pesquisador/72074/patricia-maloso-ramos/] from the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil earned her degree in Animal Science from USP’s College of Animal Science and Food Engineering, followed by a Master’s and Ph.D. in Animal Science and Pastures from USP’s Luiz de Queiroz College of Agriculture. An animal scientist specializing in muscle biology and meat science, Dr. Ramos focuses on postmortem muscle energy metabolism, examining how species, breed, muscle fiber composition, and environmental stressors influence it. She has also conducted research in Meat Science at the University of Florida. What you will learn: * (00:00) Highlight * (01:06) Introduction * (03:57) Genetic selection in cattle * (05:56) Stress impact on quality * (07:37) Heritability and tenderness * (09:37) Crossbreeding challenges * (20:34) Mitochondria & meat quality * (28:16) Final three questions The Beef Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Pro Earth Animal Health [https://proearthanimalhealth.com/] - Virbac [https://vet-us.virbac.com/cattle] - Bioverse [https://myhealthyfarms.com/] - dsm-firmenich [https://www.dsm.com/anh/en_NA/species/ruminants.html] 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.instagram.com/beefpodcast/] LinkedIn: The Beef Podcast Show [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86453620/admin/feed/posts/]