Dairy farmers are reaping the benefits of current high prices for dairy-beef crossbred calves thanks to historically lower cattle replacements and strong beef demand. Opportunities for beef-on-dairy strategies remain strong, especially beef embryo-based programs. Feeders and packers seek uniformity between animals and efficient growth. They are willing to reward dairies for these efforts, at least while the national beef herd rebuilds following years of drought, wildfires and economic hardships. Simplot’s Jeremy Howard and Select Sires Lauren Kimble discuss the market outlook and how it might affect your beef-on-dairy programs.

Season 6, Episode 42

This episode is sponsored by Simplot Animal Sciences.

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