In subtropical regions, cattle production requires careful attention to forage management, considering it is a crucial resource for productivity, but the areas typically experience hot and humid conditions. With such challenges presented by the climate to beef cattle producers, a comprehensive forage management system is crucial for providing adequate nutrition to cattle, optimizing their performance, and minimizing the effects on the environment. So in this episode, Dr. João Venframini discusses forage management with an emphasis on subtropical production systems, as well as the impact of said management on forage, animal production, and environmental quality.

“The focus of my research is on tropical and subtropical regions, where we don't have extreme weather in the winter. My studies are also associated with Bos indicus influence breeds and with tropical forages that come with high production but low nutritive value.” - Dr. João Vendramini

What you’ll learn:

(00:00) Highlight
(02:11) Introduction
(06:09) Podcasts on beef cattle
(10:08) Management of cattle in hot and humid conditions
(13:02) Nutritive forages
(17:19) Alternative uses of forage crops
(22:28) Interdisciplinary research in beef production
(23:17) Communication between ag and the general public
(26:30) Current research projects
(32:34) The role of extension work in disseminating research
(35:45) Personal life and hobbies
(37:52) Three final questions

Meet the guest: Dr. João Vendramini

Experience

Current: Professor at the University of Florida
Past: Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University

Background

Ph.D., Epidemiology (the University of Florida)
M.Sc., Animal Science (the University of São Paulo)
B.Sc., Agronomy (the University of São Paulo)

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Dr. João Vendramini: Forage in Subtropical Beef Production | Ep. 34