In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Karl Hoppe, from North Dakota State University, shares real-world advice for managing cattle in harsh winter conditions. From prepping your herd for freezing temperatures to fine-tuning nutrition, Dr. Hoppe offers straightforward, actionable guidance for beef producers. Learn how to balance feed strategies, protect herd health, and tackle tough challenges like North Dakota winters. Listen now on all major platforms.
"Preparing cattle for winter requires a six-month feeding plan to ensure they have the nutrients needed to maintain condition in the cold."
Meet the guest: Dr. Karl Hoppe is a Livestock Systems Specialist at North Dakota State University with over 34 years of expertise in the beef cattle industry. He holds a Bachelorโs degree in Animal Science, a Masterโs in Animal Science with a focus on Reproductive Physiology, and a Ph.D. in Animal Science specializing in Ruminant Nutrition, all from South Dakota State University.
What you will learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:24) Introduction
- (01:24) Dr. Hoppeโs journey
- (04:14) Preparing for winter
- (07:43) Hay quality
- (11:16) Blizzard scenarios
- (19:24) Cold weather
- (26:49) Final questions
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