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Cow Talks

Cow Talks

By: Marcelo Wallau and Chris Prevatt
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Cow Talks with Dr. Marcelo Wallau, UF/IFAS Forage Extension Specialist and Chris Prevatt, Beef Cattle and Forage Commodity Director for the Alabama Farmers Federation. This podcast is tailored towards producers and extension agents in Florida.

For more information and transcripts of the episodes, visit https://www.wallauforages.com/ under the Extension tab.Marcelo Wallau and Chris Prevatt
Nature & Ecology Science
Episodes
  • Know Your Heifer: Paths to Reproductive Efficiency in Florida Beef Herds
    Jan 30 2026

    In this episode of Cow Talks, University of Florida specialists Dr. Marcelo Wallau and Dr. Mario Binelli break down why understanding heifer maturity is one of the most powerful levers for improving reproductive and economic efficiency in Southeastern beef systems. Drawing on UF’s statewide “Know Your Heifer” project and data from over 5,000 heifers, the conversation explores how tools like reproductive tract scoring and progesterone-based protocols can dramatically improve pregnancy rates. The episode connects physiology and management offering producers practical insight into how earlier cycling and targeted reproductive technologies can lead to more resilient production systems in Florida’s environment. For more on Know Your Heifer, check out the following link: https://animal.ifas.ufl.edu/extension/beef/kyh/

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    36 mins
  • The Renaissance of Forage Agriculture: The Role of Livestock in a Sustainable and Healthier World
    Jan 23 2026

    In our first episode of 2026, host Marcelo Wallau welcomes Dr. Peter Ballerstedt, an advocate for forage and livestock agriculture around the world. Peter travels the world to connect with people from all areas, from farmers to physicians, from agronomist to dietitians, and educate the public about the importance livestock agriculture has in feeding a healthier and more sustainable world. Peter has been a strong advocate for animal protein-based diets as a way to combat malnourishment and metabolic disorders. Here, he shares with us a bit of his trajectory and his thoughts about how we, as farmers and educators, can engage with the public to tell our story, and share the relevance of the work we do.


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    41 mins
  • Wrapping up 2025!
    Dec 26 2025

    Join Marcelo Wallau as he wraps up an incredible year for Cow Talks, thanking listeners and guests alike for the best season yet. Tune in for insights and a look ahead to more engaging content in the new year.

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    6 mins
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