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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

Virtual Fence After Wildfire, Is It the Right Fit for Your Operation?

Virtual Fence After Wildfire, Is It the Right Fit for Your Operation?

November 5, 2026 16:09
Episode notes
Virtual fence can be an option to replace internal fences that have been damaged after a wildfire. Things to consider in evaluating this tool as an option are discussed.
Feeding Baled Corn Residue to Beef Cows

Feeding Baled Corn Residue to Beef Cows

November 2, 2026 25:39
Episode notes
Dr. Drewnoski discusses how method of harvest and ammoniation can drastically impact the quality of the diet consumed by cattle.
Factors Shaping the Cattle Market with Dr. David Anderson

Factors Shaping the Cattle Market with Dr. David Anderson

October 28, 2026 17:56
Episode notes
Market volatility and uncertainty have been the new normal recently. What has happened and what to watch in the months ahead is discussed.
Using Goats with Virtual Fence to Control Woody and Invasive Weeds in Nebraska Rangeland

Using Goats with Virtual Fence to Control Woody and Invasive Weeds in Nebraska Rangeland

October 19, 2026 47:40
Episode notes
Ellen Trahan discusses how virtual fence has allowed them to use goats to address woody encroachment and invasive species in rangeland.
What Risks do Molds in Cornfield Residue Present to Cattle?

What Risks do Molds in Cornfield Residue Present to Cattle?

October 13, 2026 12:58
Episode notes
Dr. Scott Fritz of KSU discusses mold in corn and things producers should be aware when preparing to graze corn residue.
Make Informed Feed Purchasing Decisions Using the Feed Cost Cow-Q-Lator

Make Informed Feed Purchasing Decisions Using the Feed Cost Cow-Q-Lator

October 8, 2026 13:35
Episode notes
Comparing feeds on a price per unit of energy and protein consumed by the cow can reveal what are the most economical feed sources.
Managing Mud in the Feedyard - Focusing on What Matters Most

Managing Mud in the Feedyard - Focusing on What Matters Most

October 7, 2026 6:57
Episode notes
Connor Biehler discusses things to pay attention to to minimize mud in feedyard pens
How Jorgenson Land and Cattle Uses Virtual Fence with Cover Crops and Grazing

How Jorgenson Land and Cattle Uses Virtual Fence with Cover Crops and Grazing

September 29, 2026 40:31
Episode notes
Nick Jorgenson talks about their 7 year journey of using virtual fence and the value it delivers for grazing pasture and crop ground.
Virtual Fence Research, Resources and Education Opportunities

Virtual Fence Research, Resources and Education Opportunities

September 23, 2026 42:38
Episode notes
Nebraska Extension Specialists discuss research that has been done with virtual fence, what has been learned and the opportunities for producers to utilize this technology for grazing and cattle management.
Feeding Rye to Cattle on a Growing or Finishing Diet

Feeding Rye to Cattle on a Growing or Finishing Diet

September 18, 2026 13:06
Episode notes
Dr. Warren Rusche discusses research examining the inclusion of rye grains at various levels of feeding in both growing and finishing diets.
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