Talking Nutrition with Farmers

Episode 7

John talks with Josh Verhoog about high moisture corn (ear corn) and it’s impact on the herd.  In addition, they also talk about storage of the high moisture corn and facing of a pit.

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Episode 6

Our longest and most in-depth instalment yet. This episode takes a closer look at smart weaning practices, from the use of nose tags and effective pre-weaning protocols to key inoculations that set calves up for a strong start.

We also dive into backgrounding strategies and the importance of a low-stress introduction to the pen and to feed. From a nutritional perspective, the episode highlights why a consistent, well-balanced starter ration is crucial during this transition phase and how a properly mixed TMR ensures every mouthful delivers the nutrients calves need to stay healthy, adapt quickly, and maintain gain.

If your goal is smoother weaning, better calf performance, and more predictable results in the feedlot, this episode is a must-watch.

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Episode 5

There is a brief discussion between Dr. Katie Wood, her graduate student Madelaine Mclennan and Highline's John Maltman about a study just completed talking about their findings using chopped forage as compared to long forage for gestating cows eating a high straw ration. They say what they learned and then speak to the practical implications for beef producers to improve intake and value of low quality forages.

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Episode 4

John Maltman,talks with Ben Holtmann about effective silage pile management and highlights how consistent, high-quality feed and cut length plays a critical role in supporting animal health and performance – the cows are key he says!

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John Maltman and Henry Rosing talk about backgrounding and how Henry manages stress in his head.

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Join John Maltman and Branden Freund as they talk about precision feeding practices for beef herds and the tools to do the job right and save money.

Episode 2 is live now — tune in, share your thoughts, and be part of the conversation.

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We’re kicking off a brand-new video series where our corporate nutritionist, John Maltman, sits down with real farmers to talk about the everyday wins, challenges, and decisions that shape herd health and performance.

From ration tweaks to seasonal feed strategies, we’re diving into the real-world side of cattle nutrition — no fluff, just practical insight from someone who’s walked the pens and asked the hard questions.

Whether you're feeding calves, backgrounding, or finishing, there’s something here for every operation.

Check out the first Episode HERE