The Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast
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|| Season 07 : Episode 04 || Kiernan Brandt joins me for a conversation about bull selection criteria. This episode is designed to help producers prepare for sorting through the mountain of bull sale catalogs, ads and videos before sale season picks up even more!
In this episode, you will be able to:
Identify key bull selection criteria for maximizing profitability in your cattle operation.
Understand the critical role of genetics in shaping the performance and health of your cattle herd.
Explore how the cow's environment and genetics influence the overall success of your cattle operation.
Recognize the significance of temperament when selecting bulls for your herd's efficiency and ease of management.
Maximize bull longevity and herd efficiency with strategic selection practices.
My special guest is Kiernan Brandt
Kiernan Brandt, a professional service technician at TransOva, brings a wealth of expertise to the table. With a background in heifer development and reproductive physiology, coupled with hands-on experience working with producers as an extension field specialist for SDSU, Kiernan has honed his skills in optimizing and streamlining cattle operations. His current role involves leveraging advanced reproductive technology to propagate top-tier cattle genetics, making him an invaluable resource for cattle producers aiming to enhance their bull selection process. Drawing from his roots in Wyoming and a strong passion for the agricultural lifestyle, Kiernan's insights offer practical and proven strategies for maximizing conception rates and genetic progress in cattle operations.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:02 - Introduction to the Red Angus breed
00:02:23 - Guest Introduction and Background
00:07:01 - Importance of Diverse Perspectives
00:11:36 - Reflection on Cowherd and Management
00:15:02 - Understanding Environment in Bull Selection
00:15:29 - Understanding the Ranching Environment
00:19:30 - Balancing Cow Size and Efficiency
00:22:50 - HerdDog: The Smart Cattle Monitoring Solution https://www.herddogg.com/
00:23:15 - Adding Smart Pounds Through Genetic Selection
00:30:53 - Age of Bulls and Long-Term Success
00:31:36 - Importance of Mature Bulls
00:32:23 - Benefits of Data-Driven Decisions
00:33:57 - Marketing Plan Considerations
00:38:04 - Common Mistakes in Bull Selection
Full Show Notes: https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/casual-cattle-conversations-podcast-shownotes
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