In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Federico Podversich, a postdoctoral researcher at South Dakota State University, explains how screwworm affects livestock, how producers can recognize early signs, and practical strategies to prevent and manage infestations. Practical insights cover feedlots, cow-calf operations, seasonal management, and biosecurity considerations. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Preventive wound protection using approved insecticide products significantly reduces opportunities for larvae development following procedures that create fresh wounds in livestock."

Meet the guest: Dr. Federico Podversich earned a PhD in Animal Sciences with a focus on ruminant nutrition from the University of Florida after completing a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in Argentina. Currently a postdoctoral researcher at South Dakota State University, he focuses his research on beef cattle production and practical livestock management. Listen to The Feed Science Podcast Show with Dr. Federico Podversich on all major platforms.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:41) Introduction
• (03:10) Screwworm experience
• (07:54) Identifying infestations
• (12:54) Prevention methods
• (22:07) Feedlot impacts
• (25:11) Industry response
• (25:41) Final Questions

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In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Warren Rusche, Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Feedlot Management Specialist at South Dakota State University, explains the economic and biological factors driving larger beef carcass weights. He discusses cattle feeding profitability, market signals, packing industry challenges, carcass efficiency, cow size considerations, and emerging nutrition strategies, including soy protein use in feedlot diets. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Changes in beef production occur over years because cattle reproduction and herd expansion require considerably longer timelines."

Meet the guest: Dr. Warren Rusche serves as Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Feedlot Management Specialist at South Dakota State University. His work focuses on improving beef production efficiency, feedlot management, cattle profitability, and value creation across the beef supply chain. Dr. Rusche earned his M.S. from Kansas State University and Ph.D. from South Dakota State University. Listen to Dr. Warren Rusche on The Feed Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:01) Introduction
• (05:10) Beef carcass growth
• (08:44) Feeding profitability drivers
• (12:27) Market signal impacts
• (16:31) Carcass size challenges
• (22:09) Feedlot nutrition strategies
• (30:11) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Jared Froetschner, Managing Partner at White River Ag Consulting, discusses how agronomy, feed processing, and regulatory compliance influence feed quality and animal production. He explains the importance of connecting crop management with feed manufacturing, navigating FDA expectations, applying research to product development, and using data analysis to improve decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Bridging communication gaps between agronomy and animal nutrition creates opportunities for improved decision making across agricultural production systems."

Meet the guest: Jared Froetschner earned a B.S. in Feed Science and an M.S. in Grain Science from Kansas State University. Throughout his career, he has worked in feed manufacturing, process engineering, quality systems, regulatory compliance, and international animal nutrition markets. As Managing Partner of White River Ag Consulting, Jared focuses on agronomy, feed processing, and food safety. Listen to Jared Froetschner on The Feed Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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• (03:20) Agronomy feed connections
• (05:28) Scientific product validation
• (12:38) FDA compliance strategies
• (19:20) Quality systems management
• (23:05) Data trend analysis
• (24:37) Final Questions

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