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The Beef Podcast Show

Dr. Jacquelyn Prestegaard-Wilson: Sustainable Beef Production | Ep. 40

Aug 30, 2023
45:08

Sustainability in beef cattle production has become a vital concept addressing long-term environmental, societal, and economic welfare. As global demand for high-quality protein rises, balancing it with responsible resource management is paramount. In this episode, we engage in an insightful conversation with Dr. Jacquelyn Prestegaard-Wilson, an assistant professor and livestock sustainability specialist at Texas A&M University. She highlights practical strategies for beef producers, including grazing management and forage analysis, while addressing regional challenges. Dr. Prestegaard-Wilson underscores the impact of empathy and connection in sharing beef's sustainability narrative, emphasizing active listening and open conversations to bridge the gap between producers and consumers.


"As a beef producer, try making small adjustments here and there to see if they work. See if they work for you." 


What youโ€™ll learn:  

  • (00:00) Highlight
  • (01:30): Introduction 
  • (12:33) Settling in Texas: challenges and opportunities
  • (17:33) Strategies for sustaining operations
  • (24:02) Contemplating the modern definition of sustainability and past progress
  • (28:15) Sustainability challenge for producers
  • (34:48) The importance of extension program for sustainability
  • (40:56) The final questions


Meet the guest: Dr. Jacquelyn Prestegaard-Wilson


Experience:

  • Current: Assistant Professor at the Texas A&M University
  • Past: Postdoctoral Data Research Intern in Select Sires Inc.


Background: 

  • Ph.D. in Dairy Cattle Nutrition (Virginia Tech)
  • M.Sc. in Ruminant Nutrition (University of Missouri-Columbia)
  • B.Sc. in Animal Science (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign)


Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn


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