DocTalk
Welcome to DocTalk! Every week our host, Dr. Dan Thomson, brings his knowledge of animal agriculture to our viewers as he and his guests discuss current issues facing the animal ag industry. Topics range from food animal welfare and management to animal ag research, carbon-foot printing issues, companion animal health and the many ways American farmers and ranchers keep our food supply safe.
Episodes
In this episode of "DocTalk," we join Dr. Dan Thomson and Dr. Dave Steffen at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln to delve into pathology in cattle, particularly inherited diseases. Dr. Steffen, with over 35 years of experience, specializes in perinatal issues, investigating birth defects and inherited diseases in cattle. He collaborates closely with major breed associations like Hereford, Angus, Simmental, and Red Angus, often s...
Welcome to Doctalk, where today we're visiting Heinen Brothers Agra Services, delving into their incredible work supporting pastures, crops, and cover crops. Scott Heinen shares his journey from farming aspirations to becoming a pilot, merging his passions seamlessly into aerial application. From Texas to Illinois, their services cover vast regions, timed with the shifting seasons, thanks to their innovative approach to personnel r...
Today on DocTalk, we delved into the essential practices of branding calves and preparing them for the summer months. Dr. Dan Thomson, our seasoned veterinarian host, emphasized the importance of this process for the health and well-being of our herds.
At the heart of our discussion was the significance of low-stress cattle handling techniques. Dr. Thomson underscored how this initial interaction with the calves sets the tone for t...
In this episode of "DocTalk" with Dr. Dan Thomson features a deep dive into the often overlooked yet crucial aspect of ranching: the bulls. Dr. Dave Rethorst, a seasoned veterinarian and expert in cow-calf operations, joins Dr. Thomson to shed light on the essential steps in managing and preparing bulls for breeding season.
Dr. Rethorst emphasizes the importance of not neglecting the "Herd Bull Battery," highlighting the need for o...
"DocTalk" is back with Dr. Dan Thomson, joined by his esteemed colleague, Dr. Dave Rethorst, for an insightful discussion tailored specifically for ranchers. In this episode, the focus is on the crucial topic of developing heifers.
Dr. Thomson kicks off the show with a warm welcome, setting the stage for an engaging conversation. Dr. Rethorst, a seasoned veterinarian deeply entrenched in bovine medicine and beef cattle production, ...
"Doc Talk" is back with a focus on pink eye, a common and costly issue in the beef industry. Dr. Brent Meyer, a seasoned veterinarian and national expert in beef cattle medicine, joins the show to shed light on this pervasive problem. Pink eye, caused by various organisms including Moraxella bovis and Moraxella bovoculi, results in significant losses for the industry, both in terms of performance and market value.
Dr. Meyer emphasi...
Welcome to DocTalk, I'm Dr. Dan Thomson and and I am glad you joined us. Today, I am talking about pen management and cattle comfort. Whether heat stress or cold stress, management of that pen floor is vital to our cattle's health and wellbeing. I'm glad you joined me.
In this segment, we're in Hays, Kansas, joined by Dr. Sandy Johnson, a Reproductive Physiologist and Extension Beef Specialist from K-State. Our discussion covers the synchronization of cows and heifers, exploring the reasons behind synchronization, various protocols, selecting the appropriate one, and diving into Dr. Johnson's research findings. #cattlehealth #cattlegenetics
In this episode of DocTalk we visit the Animal Science Complex at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and talk to Dr. Galen Erickson, Ruminant Nutrition Professor and expert feedlot nutritionist. We'll discuss the utilization of distillers in the beef industry and the advantages, considerations, and the future for byproduct feeds. Tune in! #cattlecare #cattlenutrition #cattlehealth Nebraska Animal Science
In episode 613 of DocTalk we dive into the topic of coronavirus in cattle with Dr. Dustin Loy, who serves as the Director of the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and Professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Join us as we explore the historical aspects, vaccines, and prevention. #CattleCare #cattlehealth #calvingseason
We had the pleasure of talking colostrum with Dr. Nora Schrag on this episode of DocTalk! We discuss how to get it, how to use it, why timing is so important to immune systems, and what’s at risk if calves don’t get adequate amounts. Please join us. #CattleCare #cattlenutrition #calving #calvingseason
Join us as we talk about 4-H and FFA beef projects in episode 610. We'll be discussing why those programs are important and touch on nutrition, health & preventative medicine, and lameness. We'll also share tips on acclimating the cattle and preparing students for the sale of their animals. #ShowCattleInsights #LivestockWellness #CattleCare #cattlenutrition
Hey folks, welcome to ""Doc Talk"", Dr. Dan Thomson here. We're gonna have a great show today. We're gonna have Dr. AJ Tarpoff from Kansas State University with us. It's gonna be a great show. We're gonna talk about internal parasites. We're thankful that you joined us, and we'll see you right after this message.
Hey folks, welcome to "Doc Talk." We're gonna have a great show. We have Associate Professor Meat Scientist Dr. Travis O'Quinn, gonna be with us from Kansas State University. We're gonna talk about alternative proteins and how beef panned out against it. Stay tuned.
Welcome to Doc Talk. We're gonna have a great show. Beth Reynolds from the Iowa Beef Center is gonna be here and we're gonna talk about feeding your cows, talk about supplements, we're gonna talk about grass, we're gonna talk about general cow nutrition. Thanks for watching. We'll be right back.
Hey folks, welcome to "DocTalk." We're gonna have a great show today. Our guest is Dr. Mike Sanderson from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University. We're gonna talk about biosecurity in the cow herd. Stay tuned.
Hey, folks. Welcome to DocTalk. We're gonna have a great show today. We're gonna talk about replacement heifers, heifer development, and much, much more with Dr. Jason Warner at Kansas State University. He is their Cow-Calf Extension Specialist. Please stay tuned, and we're glad you joined us.
Hey folks, welcome to "Doc Talk." We're gonna have a great show. Dr. Dave Sjeklocha is gonna be here today. And we're gonna talk about stockmanship, acclimation, why you should do it, things that can go wrong, things you might wanna stop doing, and much more. So stay tuned.
Hey folks, welcome to "DocTalk," and we're gonna get out the champagne. No, we're not. Anyway, we're celebrating. This is our 600th episode of "DocTalk." Thanks for joining us today. Today, we're gonna talk about bovine respiratory disease. We're gonna talk about from before the calves get to the grow yard or the yard, preconditioning, processing, finding those sick calves, treatment and recovery. Thanks for joining us.
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