The Beef Podcast Show

Dr. Remy Wyatt: Trace Mineral Nutrition | Ep. 150

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Oct 8, 2025
Dr. Remy Wyatt is a beef nutrition consultant with a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences, specializing in trace mineral supplementation. In their discussion, she reveals how essential trace minerals are for cattle health and performance, particularly in drought conditions. She addresses the significant effects of water quality and vitamin A on cattle, while emphasizing the importance of tailored mineral management strategies. Dr. Wyatt also highlights the signs of copper deficiency, the implications of maternal vitamin depletion, and the need for testing water sources.
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INSIGHT

Trace Minerals Drive Cattle Performance

  • Trace minerals underpin cattle performance, immunity, growth, and overall health.
  • Drought and heat stress increase the risk of trace mineral and vitamin deficiencies in cattle.
ANECDOTE

Remy's Cattle Roots And Career Path

  • Remy grew up around purebred Limousin operations and got hooked on cattle and heifers early.
  • She moved through West Texas A&M, Texas Tech, then Iowa State to specialize in trace minerals.
ADVICE

Target Backgrounders For Mineral Impact

  • Focus mineral consulting on backgrounders and small producers who feed and prepare calves before feedlot entry.
  • Use trace mineral evaluation to diagnose production or health shortfalls in those operations.
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