The Moos Room™

Dr. Joe and Brad discuss winter rain and the complications it causes. Then they get into a couple of questions about how far cattle can walk for water in the winter and Brad's advice for a grazing operation starting from scratch.  Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -&...

Part 2 of our latest case study (part 1 is in episode 201). Dr. Joe and Bradley come back with more information and the next steps to get a handle on this respiratory disease. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN...

Dr. Joe runs down his highlights from the MN State Cattlemen's Association Annual Convention 2023 and his debut of the full-size cow model Helga the Hereford. Thanks for listening. Happy holidays! Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Be...

Another case study series where the OG3 work through a problem. This is real-time problem solving where we find more questions than answers initially and have to go looking for the answers. Necropsy reports, on-the-ground observations, vaccines, and management on the list for today. Thanks for listening! Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and le...

The OG3 are together to reflect on some of the best outtakes and best episodes from the past 200 episodes. Thank you for listening!  Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and Health Instagram -> @UMN...

Brad and Emily discuss the beef on dairy project at WCROC. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and Health Instagram -> @UMNWCROCDairy Extension Website AgriAmerica Podcast Directory

Comparative effectiveness of intranasal and parenteral vaccines for prevention of bovine respiratory disease in feedlot heifers AABP Podcast - Have You Herd? - Richeson Richeson et al Paper Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef and...

Most importantly, Bradley's daughter joins out of the gate to get her vote for her favorite beef and dairy breeds officially tallied. After, we fulfilled our promise to Emily for an Emily Show episode about safety and mental health. Thanks for listening! Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @U...

Listen to Episodes 191 and 193 before this episode! Part 3 in the case study of a Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) issue in a dairy beef feedlot. Dr. Joe visited the farm and has recommendations based on his visit. Thanks for listening. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Faceb...

Brad and Emily talk about Brad's last few months dealing with a mystery illness and his multiple trips to the doctor to get it figured out. Like farmers, Brad is stubborn and doesn't like the doctor, but it turns out it was important he took the time to go in. It also turns out stubbornness can be a good thing when you need to advocate for yourself. Thanks for listening! CDC Lyme Disease Questions...

Single episode case study on Klebsiella mastitis in a dairy herd. Dr. Joe walks through the problem, solutions, and most importantly, the mistakes he made along the way. Thanks for listening. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef an...

Listen to Episode 191 before this episode! Part 2 in the case study of a Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) issue in a dairy x beef feedlot. Necropsy reports, vaccine history, more source information, and more. Thanks for listening. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -&...

What is Brad up to in Morris, MN at the Dairy? Does he really do research or does he just eat grilled cheeses all day, every day? Listen to find out! Also, an update on Brad's trip to World Dairy Expo. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> U...

Dr. Joe goes over a case study of a feedlot that is having issues with BRD at 30 DOF. Common problem with complicated variables to consider, some in your control, and some that aren't. What now and what are the next steps? Listen to find out! Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety...

Dr. Joe walks through a difficult pink eye case study at a heifer grower. What does he recommend and what does he find? Listen to find out! Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and Health Instagram -&g...

Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDairy YouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and Health Instagram -> @UMNWCROCDairy Extension Website

National Farm Safety and Health Week Dr. Joe goes over the importance of slowing down and assessing a situation before jumping in and potentially getting hurt. A little story time, a little advice based on what Dr. Joe has done wrong, and plenty of rambling. Thanks for listening. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter...

The Paper - Analysis of Jersey versus Holstein breed profitability on north central US dairies Michigan State Extension Article - Are Holstein or Jersey cows more profitable? The OG3 discuss one of their oldest debates - which is better, Jerseys or Holsteins? A new paper has some new insights to help answer the question. Should you switch from milking Holsteins to milking Jerseys? Listen and find...

Brad's Fodder Study MNfarmstress.com Brad and Emily discuss the questions Brad has been getting about fodder - what is it, how much labor does it take, what does it cost, does it make sense for my farm? - all in this episode. Thank you for listening! Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFa...

Dr. Joe discussed why we need to do a better job as a team (parents, 4H educators, veterinarians, etc.) to check tattoos early and honestly. Dr. Joe reviews his process for how to tattoo an animal and have it last for life. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UM...

Health and performance outcomes from a randomized clinical trial of post-metaphylactic intervals following tildipirosin metaphylaxis for control of naturally occurring BRD in commingled lightweight yearling steers in a commercial feedlot Dr. Joe discusses post-treatment and post-metaphylactic intervals. What are they, and why should you have these in your protocols? In short, to save money and use...

Calf Scours Treatment Decision Tree Dr. Joe walks through how to treat scours in young calves (less than 21 days old). How to decide what to do and what not to do are on the docket, along with the usual soapbox moments. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafety Facebook -> @UMNDai...

Dr. Joe discusses digital dermatitis (hairy heel wart) in connection with standing water in feed yards and other implications of purposely flooding your yard as a heat abatement strategy. Controversial? Maybe. Do we welcome debate and feedback? Always --> themoosroom@umn.edu. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter...

Take the Survey - z.umn.edu/matchmadesurvey Joe talks with Jane Jewett about an exciting opportunity for farmers to take a survey and weigh in on what they need to integrate crops and livestock. After, Brad joins to discuss his opinions on the issue. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message! Twitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFa...

Dr. Joe goes over the dairy heifer replacement dilemma - should I raise my own, should I custom raise, or should I buy replacements? Economic considerations, non-economic considerations, biosecurity, quality of product and more discussed today. Big shout out to Jim Salfer for helping with the discussion at the in-person meeting on this topic. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosr...