RumiNation

Feb 06 2024 62 ep. 18 mins 11
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RumiNation is a series of conversations with key influencers in the North American dairy and cattle industries. The discussions focus on topics such as animal welfare, management, profitability, productivity, longevity, and sustainability.

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Jean Fontaine, Founder of JEFO, on Livestock Feed and Industry Evolution

Feb 06 2024 23 mins  
Jefo founder Jean Fontaine explores Jefo's 40-year journey, emphasizing the need for openness to change, precision nutrition's impact, and the value of building rich customer relationships.

Jean Fontaine, président fondateur de Jefo, sur l'alimentation du bétail et l'évolution de l'industrie

Feb 06 2024 20 mins  
Jean Fontaine, fondateur de Jefo, souligne l'importance de l'adaptation au changement, les avantages de la précision qu’apporte la technologie et la nécessité de mesurer et de comprendre les données.

Impact of Stocking Density on Milk Production and Profitability

Jan 23 2024 24 mins  
Dr. Albert De Vries discusses the complexities of stocking density in dairy, highlighting economic principles, the linear relationship between overstocking and cow losses, and the importance of careful calculations for optimal outcomes.

Demystifying De Novo Fatty Acid Synthesis

Jan 09 2024 21 mins  
Explore de novo fatty acids in milk fat tests with Dr. Débora Santschi who shares insights on their impact, and strategies for optimizing production.

Cow-Calf Separation in Dairy Farming

Dec 12 2023 32 mins  
Dr. Marina Von Keyserlingk discusses the evolving conversation on cow-calf separation and suggests practices with societal values to maintain consumer trust.

Exploring Opportunities and Challenges in Dairy Beef Feeding Systems

Nov 28 2023 29 mins  
Dr. Pedro Carvalho and Dr. Greg Eckerle discuss the transition from calf range to feedlot, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities in feeding beef on dairy crosses.

Tools for Cow Handling at the Farm Level

Nov 14 2023 16 mins  
In this episode, Chris discusses the importance of active learning, the development of the Moving Cows educational video game for cow handling, and the need for ongoing training in dairy animal welfare with Dr. Jennifer Van Os of UW-Madison.

Metabolism in Cattle for Muscle and Overall Development

Oct 31 2023 29 mins  
Dr. Bradley Johnson discusses the significance of biotin in muscle and marbling development and the potential for natural alternatives in cattle nutrition.

Understanding and Managing Gastrointestinal Tract Health in Cattle

Oct 17 2023 24 mins  
In this episode, Dr. Greg Eckerle welcomes Dr. Greg Penner, an expert on cattle nutrition and regulation of gastrointestinal function in ruminants, from the University of Saskatchewan.

Let’s Talk About Meat!

Oct 03 2023 10 mins  
An episode for meat lovers with barbecue expert Jess Pryles.