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The Beef Podcast: John Klein - Drought Resilience Tips

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, host John Klein, a visionary behind CRF Consulting shares his extensive experience and innovative approaches in the beef industry. John focuses on alternative forage solutions and nutritional strategies to combat rising feed costs and challenging drought conditions. His work with corn stover and chemical treatments to enhance digestibility offers practical solutions for producers facing forage scarcity. Tune in on major podcast platforms to listen to the full episode and learn more.

“Corn stover has the potential to replace forage in feedlots and cow-calf operations during droughts and increase stocking rates on pastures.” - John Klein

Meet the guests:

  • John Klein, the founder of CRF Consulting, brings over 30 years of agricultural expertise, focusing on innovative forage solutions and nutrition management in the beef industry. His pioneering work includes the development of feed alternatives like chemically treated corn stover to improve digestibility and cost-effectiveness. Under his leadership, CRF Consulting has developed products that aid cattle producers in managing nutrition during challenging conditions such as drought.

What you’ll learn

  • (00:00) Highlight
  • (00:42) Introduction
  • (06:20) Mycotoxins and Drought
  • (11:01) Nutritional Deficiencies Solutions
  • (17:44) Sustainable Economic Practices
  • (23:42) Beta Carotene Importance
  • (33:42) Nutrition Research Directions
  • (37:49) Final Questions

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Published on

17 June 2024

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  • Podcast
  • Ruminants

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