Purina Animal Nutrition LLC

[Podcast] How cow size and body condition scores impact reproductive performance, herd management and profitability

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Backes-Belew from Purina Animal Nutrition dives into industry trends, including genetic advancements that are producing larger cows. Hear her recommendations for management practices necessary to keep up with the growth potential.

[Podcast] Managing What Matters: Cow Size, Water Quality and Fly Control on Today’s Ranches

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Progressive Cattle Podcast, Ted and Elizabeth join the show to unpack key management strategies for today’s beef producers.

[Podcast] Good Gut Health Creates Resilient Calves

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Dr. Jill Soderstrom, milk replacer solutions specialist for Purina Animal Nutrition, joins us today to share why maintaining a healthy gut and microbiome in calves is vital for the growth, health and performance of your herd.

[Podcast] On-farm biosecurity protocols to help protect your dairy operation

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Biosecurity should be a top priority for dairy producers to keep their herds healthy. By implementing strict biosecurity measures, producers can prevent the spread of disease among their cattle and workers. Investing in these protocols is not just a matter of farm management but a commitment to animal welfare, public health and the long-term viability of animal agriculture.

[Podcast] Raising high-quality dairy-beef crossbred calves

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Raising dairy-beef crossbred calves is a value-added production strategy that is here to stay, and dairy producers have a tremendous opportunity to influence the success of their crossbred program through early-life nutrition.

[Podcast] Importance of mineral supplementation for dairy heifers

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Dairy replacement heifers are an extremely valuable component of a dairy operation. Not only are they the future of the lactating herd, but they determine your long-term profitability. That’s why providing them with adequate and consistent vitamin and trace mineral nutrition is important to help support optimal growth, health, immunity, reproduction and hoof integrity.

[Podcast] Raising healthy and productive dairy heifers

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 02:00:00 -0400

Dr. Rebecca Klopp, calf and heifer specialist for Purina Animal Nutrition, is joining us today to share why care and nutrition play an important role in overall calf health, growth and future milk production performance.

[Podcast] Stu Rymph, Ph.D. from Purina discusses strategies for reducing heat stress to keep your cows cool and comfortable this season

Tue, 30 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

As temperatures begin to rise, dairy producers know their cows are susceptible to heat stress. Even in relatively cool regions, heat stress can negatively affect cow comfort, health and performance. Stu Rymph, technical support dairy nutritionist for Purina Animal Nutrition, says understanding the visual signs of heat stress is the first step to developing strategies to help your cows cope with the heat.

[Podcast] Mineral: Your key to optimal cattle performance

Tue, 09 May 2023 02:00:00 -0400

As a cattle nutritionist, Ted Perry talks to people every day – like cattle owners with real-time problems – and translates the research into real help.