In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Paul Fricke from the University of Wisconsin-Madison discusses the rise of beef-on-dairy, exploring its origins, benefits, and the economics behind its growth. He explains the main reason for the dramatic increase in the use of beef semen to inseminate dairy cows and how it has become a game-changer for producers. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Beef semen in dairy cows has exploded in popularity, significantly impacting the dairy and beef industries."

Meet the guest: Dr. Paul M. Fricke is a Professor of Dairy Science and Extension Specialist in Dairy Cattle Reproduction at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He holds a Ph.D. in Reproductive Physiology from North Dakota State University. Dr. Fricke’s research and extension work aims to improve reproductive efficiency in dairy cattle through applied management strategies and new reproductive technologies.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:27) Introduction
• (04:25) Beef-on-dairy insights
• (05:28) Reproductive challenges in dairy
• (09:56) Beef semen selection criteria
• (11:53) Beef semen usage in dairy
• (20:17) IVP embryos
• (25:17) Final three questions

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