Cattle Chat

Cattle Chat

BCI Cattle Chat

Episodes 10
Avg. Duration 25m
Activity Highly Active
Since Apr 2026
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
65%
Hosting
feeds.blubrry.com

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About This Podcast

Listen to veterinary professionals from the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University talk about a variety of topics within the beef industry.

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Recent Episodes

Understanding Neurologic Cases in Cattle: Diagnosis, Causes, and Prevention

Jun 12, 2026 27m

This discussion focuses on how to recognize, evaluate, and manage neurologic (brain-related) cases in cattle. Common clinical signs include stumbling, circling, weakness, apparent blindness, head…

Deadly Dehydration: How a Simple Gate Closure Led to Mass Cattle Loss

Jun 08, 2026 18m

This case study from a bovine science discussion examines a sudden and alarming incident in which 12 cows and 2 calves died within 12 hours of routine pre-weaning processing. Initially, the deaths…

Building Better Cows: Smart Heifer Development from Day One

Jun 05, 2026 27m

Joined by special guest Dr. Lee Jones from Boehringer Ingelheim, this episode focuses on effective heifer development as a foundation for long-term herd success, emphasizing the importance of…

Liver Abscess Research and Cattle Market Risk Management

May 22, 2026 24m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the hosts discuss recent research on liver abscesses in feedlot cattle, including how diet, grain processing, and days on feed may influence their prevalence and…

After the Abstract: How does bovine leukosis affect cow-calf herds

May 19, 2026 23m

In this episode of Diving Into Diets on Bovine Science with BCI, Dr. Brad White and Dr. Todd Gunderson discuss a 2026 study on the high prevalence of bovine leukemia virus in cow-calf operations,…

Theileria Diagnosis, Cow Size Economics, and Heifer Rebreeding Strategies

May 15, 2026 23m

On this episode of Cattle Chat, the team discusses how Theileria, a tick-borne parasite that destroys red blood cells, requires laboratory testing for confirmation and cannot be diagnosed reliably…

Million Downloads Episode

May 08, 2026 26m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the hosts celebrate reaching one million podcast downloads and reflect on memorable guests, listener interactions, and how the show has evolved since it began in…

Coccidiosis induced Diarrhea, Growth Implants in Beef, Timing When Processing Calves

May 01, 2026 22m

On this episode of BCI Cattle Chat the experts cover diarrhea caused by coccidiosis, emphasizing that it’s a common organism managed through reducing stress, maintaining clean and dry conditions, and…

Research Update: Larrison Hicks, Line Breeding, Nutritional Listener Questions

Apr 24, 2026 24m

On this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, Larrison Hicks gave a research update on his project about beef–dairy cross calves, focusing on how early-life management, such as milk-feeding methods and…

Calving Challenges, Vaccination Decisions, and Managing Liver Flukes in Cattle

Apr 17, 2026 24m

On this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the experts cover listener questions on calving difficulty, vaccination strategies, and liver fluke management. The team discusses that while malpresentation in…

Guest Cambree Schmaltz: CalfDex and Transporting Pregnant Cows

Apr 10, 2026 25m

On this podcast episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the team and guest, Cambree Schmaltz, discuss the CalfDex project, which aims to simplify record-keeping for cow-calf producers and help them use data more…

U.S. Beef Imports and Brucellosis

Apr 03, 2026 22m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the team discusses beef imports and brucellosis in the cattle industry. The experts explain that the U.S. imports lean beef to complement domestic production,…

Cattlemen’s Day Questions

Mar 27, 2026 24m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the team mixes listener questions with expert insights on cattle production and education. The team discusses strategies for growing a small herd, emphasizing…

GLP-1 Use and Beef Dietary Guidelines

Mar 20, 2026 26m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, Abby Heidari, the director of nutrition for the Kansas Beef Council, discusses the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss medications and their effects on appetite, weight…

Research Update: Maddie Mancke and Scours Management

Mar 16, 2026 24m

In this week’s episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the team discusses research on reducing heat stress in feedlot cattle and best practices for managing calf scours. Guest Maddie Mancke, a PhD candidate,…

Sponsored by ESTROTECT: Estrus Expression, Synchronization, and Reproductive Success

Mar 06, 2026 24m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the team discusses estrus expression and synchronization strategies used in cattle breeding programs with guest Adrienne Lulay from Select Sires Cooperative. They…

Veterinary School Application Process and Simple Record Keeping Metrics

Feb 27, 2026 22m

In this episode of Cattle Chat, the team discusses what it takes to get into veterinary school, including prerequisites, gaining diverse experience, standing out in the application process, and…

Bull Buying Decisions and Beef Tech Innovations

Feb 20, 2026 24m

In this episode of BCI Cattle Chat, the team discusses what producers should consider when purchasing a bull, emphasizing fertility, structural soundness, EPD accuracy, and aligning genetics with…

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How many episodes does Cattle Chat have?

Cattle Chat has published 10 episodes since April 2026, covering topics in Education, Science.

Is Cattle Chat still active?

Cattle Chat is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 25m.

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