Implants have been proven to be a cost-effective investment for enhancing cattle growth and efficiency. In this episode, Dr. Loy shares insights on the research he has conducted on implants and their implementation in cattle feedlots, impact, and regulations. Particularly, he elaborates on his findings regarding implant timing and energy levels to achieve optimal growth and marbling without compromising carcass quality. Additionally, he addresses the recent hike in feed prices and offers advice to producers on managing feed costs along with minimizing feeding and storage losses for improved efficiency.

“You can visually see the difference between pens of cattle that have been on feed for fifty or a hundred days – it's remarkable”. – Dr. Daniel Loy

What you’ll learn:

• Highlight (00:00)
• Introduction (1:23)
• Foundational graduate work (5:49)
• The history of implant research (10:08)
• Implants, their return to investment, and concerns on carcass quality (17:23)
• New regulation guidance and how to overcome it (23:07)
• Feed prices and challenges around it (32:25)
• Mentoring: impacting and being impacted (39:24)
• The final questions (47:11)

Meet the guest: Dr. Daniel Loy

Experience:

• Current: Professor at Iowa State University; Director at Iowa Beef Center

Background:

• Ph.D., Animal Industries/Nutrition (Penn State University)
• B.Sc., Animal Science (Western Illinois University)

Connect with the guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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