In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Zeno Hubbert, Technical Ruminant Expert at dsm-firmenich, explains the importance of vitamin A supplementation in beef cattle production. She explores the influence of vitamin A on immune support, reproductive health, carcass performance, colostrum quality, and practical supplementation strategies for cow-calf and feedlot systems. Learn why consistent vitamin A nutrition remains essential for cattle operations. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Vitamin A supplementation supports reproductive health, immune response, ocular function, and overall cattle performance when consistent nutrition programs maintain adequate daily nutrient availability."

Meet the guest: Dr. Zeno Hubbert earned her PhD in Ruminant Nutrition from New Mexico State University and has extensive experience in beef cattle nutrition and feedlot management. Currently serving as a Technical Ruminant Expert at dsm-firmenich Animal Nutrition and Health, her work focuses on practical nutrition strategies that support cattle health, reproduction, and performance across production systems. Listen to Dr. Zeno Hubbert on The Beef Podcast Show, available on all major platforms!

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:43) Introduction
• (02:25) Vitamin A importance
• (07:48) Requirement challenges
• (11:20) Feedlot supplementation
• (17:03) Colostrum quality
• (21:18) Monitoring cattle status
• (25:15) Final questions

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