Starting Beef x Dairy Calves on Feed the Right Way

What happens in the first few weeks after beef on dairy calves arrive can have a lasting impact on performance, health, and profitability. In this episode of Ahead of the Herd: The Profectus Podcast, Nutritionist Brandon Rodriguez and Veterinarian Dr. Reed Leiting discuss the critical steps involved in receiving and starting beef on dairy calves. From managing dietary transitions and bunk management to maintaining rumen health and reducing stress, they share practical strategies producers can implement immediately. The conversation covers: • Transitioning calves from high-energy calf ranch and hog barn diets • Managing feed intake during receiving • Bunk reading fundamentals • Preventing digestive and respiratory challenges • Weather impacts on intake and performance • Differences between beef on dairy and traditional western cattle • How amino acid balancing supports rumen health and smoother diet transitions Whether you're backgrounding calves, operating a feedlot, or looking to improve receiving performance, this episode offers practical insights to help cattle get off to a stronger start. Subscribe to Ahead of the Herd for more conversations on cattle health, nutrition, and management from the team at Profectus Livestock Solutions. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed today's content, check us out on Facebook & YouTube for more! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559700420623 Profectus Livestock Solutions - YouTube