Cattle HQ

Cattle HQ

SDSU Extension

Episodes 82
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Highly Active
Since Sep 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
54%
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feed.podbean.com

About This Podcast

The podcast for cow/calf producers interested in cutting-edge information about cow/calf production from experts and producers in nutrition, reproduction, health and economics. Hosted by SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialists Madison Kovarna, Robin Salverson and Addie Womack, Cattle HQ will release new episodes every other week.

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Recent Episodes

S1E81 Cattle Market Update

Mar 12, 2026 54m

In this episode of Cattle HQ, we visited with Matt Diersen, SDSU Extension Risk/Business Management Specialist about the most recent cattle on feed report that was released in the middle of February.…

Calving Season Update

Feb 27, 2026 45m

This episode of Cattle HQ focuses setting up the cow herd and the ranch to have a successful calving season.     Listen to this episode to learn more from Taylor Grussing about:  Colostrum…

How to use the Livestock Stress Tool

Jan 30, 2026 25m

On today’s episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing, Cow/Calf Field Specialist visits with Dr. Warren Rusche, SDSU Extension Feedlot Specialist about the Livestock Stress tool he helped develop which is…

S1E78 New Year Weather Outlook

Jan 09, 2026 38m

During this episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing, SDSU Extension Cow Calf Field Specialists sits down with Laura Edwards, SDSU Extension State Climatologist to share an outlook on winter weather.…

S1E77 Purchasing Beef for the Holidays & Direct Beef Marketing Tips

Dec 19, 2025 29m

In this episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing sits down with Calli Williams, a cattle producer, mom, beef advocate and direct-to-consumer business owner to learn more about her perspective on what…

New Findings to Evaluate Bull Fertility

Dec 04, 2025 52m

During this episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing, Cow/Calf Field Specialist based out of Mitchell visits with Dr. Saulo Zoca, Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist for the…

S1E75 Creating a Genetic Roadmap

Nov 14, 2025 52m

On today’s episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist visits with Dr. Randi Culbertson, Cow/Calf Extension Specialist and Faculty at Iowa State University in…

S1E74 Johne’s Disease in the Beef Industry

Nov 07, 2025 37m

Johne’s is a bacterial disease that is a slow progressive disease that affects both the beef and dairy industries.  During this episode Dr. Daly shares why cattle producers should be concerned about…

S1E73 When the Pens are Empty, the Data Talks

Oct 17, 2025 44m

On this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Dr. Justin Waggoner from Kansas State University. Justin is a professor and an Extension Beef Cattle Specialist. Justin recently presented…

S1E72 Make Grazing Simple Again – Winter corn residue grazing

Oct 14, 2025 38m

On today’s episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist visits with Dr. Rick Funston Professor and Extension Reproductive Specialist with the University of Nebraska…

S1E71 Learn More About the Whole Farm Planning Program

Oct 03, 2025 21m

South Dakota State University Extension is pleased to announce a farm planning program designed to provide a more complete look at what farm and ranch families need. During this episode of Cattle HQ,…

S1E70 What does Congestive Heart Failure in Cattle Mean to Producers in the Northern Great Plains

Oct 01, 2025 40m

Congestive heart failure in cattle is a concern amongst cow calf producers and feedyards throughout the Midwest.  Often considered a high-altitude issue, however, Dr. Brian Vander Ley discusses…

Receiving New Calves into the Feedlot

Sep 22, 2025 58m

During this episode of Cattle HQ, Taylor Grussing, Cow/Calf Field Specialist based out of Mitchell along with co-host Addie Stamps, SDSU Extension Livestock Production and Stewardship Field…

S1E68 Rancher’s Perspective on The Importance of Livestock Water Quality

Sep 15, 2025 21m

The Johnson Ranch has a long history of producing seedstock and the tradition continues with Bailey Johnson.  The ranch located northwest of Mobridge, South Dakota is unique because they rely solely…

S1E67 Going Once, Going Twice…Here Come the Fall Calves

Sep 03, 2025 27m

On today’s episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Michael Drotzmann to take a peek behind the auction block. Michael is an Auctioneer and Field Representative with Stockmen’s Livestock…

S1E66 Waddle We Do? Rethinking Cattle & Conservation

Jul 30, 2025 25m

In this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Adam Grimm and his daughter Madison Grimm to chat about how cattle and ducks may not be so distantly connected after all. South Dakota…

S1E65 Ruminating on Microbiomes

Jul 25, 2025 30m

In this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Dr. Ben St. Pierre from South Dakota State University to discuss all thing microbiome and cattle digestive system. Microbiomes surround…

S1E64 Hoof Challenges in the Feedyard

Jul 16, 2025 28m

In this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Sarah Erickson from TELUS Agriculture to talk more about hoof health concerns in feedlot cattle. Proper diagnosis of hoof health…

Beef Cattle Reproductive Research with Dr. Rebecca Swanson

Jul 03, 2025 29m

During this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson introduces Dr. Rebecca Swanson, one of the newest faculty members in the Department of Animal Science at SDSU.  She has filled the role as the…

The Journey to a More Drought Resilient Ranch

Jun 17, 2025 37m

During this episode hosted by Robin Salverson and Madison Kovarna, listeners will learn about Dugan Bad Warrior’s journey to a more drought resilient ranch. The Zuya Sica Ranch is located north of…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Cattle HQ have?

Cattle HQ has published 82 episodes since September 2021, covering topics in Education.

Is Cattle HQ still active?

Cattle HQ is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 34m.

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