Pasture to Profit Podcast

Dry and drought conditions persist across the high plains. Destocking is strategically planned culling and marketing of herd animals to keep the core of a producer's herd intact to preserve a future to build on. Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss priorities for destocking and how to be ready to build back better when conditions improve.

Virtual fencing is gaining more and more interest especially with the rising costs of labor and supplies for building new wire fences. Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss the various vendors and the differences in operations of virtual fencing products.

Unusual weather for the winter, spring and early summer on the high plains has created conditions for some weeds to appear that are not normally seen, and some are toxic. In this episode, Colorado State University Extension Specialist Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss some examples of weird weeds they have encountered, their toxicity and weed management practices producers should keep in mind.

After 49 Episodes, CSU Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett decided they should probably introduce themselves to podcast listeners. The 50th episode of Pasture to Profit Podcast is Travis and Scott telling their story of who they are, how and why they do a podcast on cattle production. You may not learn much about cows, but we hope you enjoy getting to know a little about who they are.

Early weaning of calves is not new but in a year with dry conditions it can be a very useful tool for managing forage and feed. Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss the advantages and considerations with early weaning.

Pain management for calves during high stress events such as branding, castration and dehorning is effective and has become more economical. In this episode Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss the usage, effectiveness and economics of using pain management on calves.

The second of two episodes with Dr. John Ritten of Colorado State University Ag Next discussing strategies for drought management with Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett.

Dr. John Ritten, an agricultural economist with Colorado State University's Ag Next discusses with CSU Extension Specialist Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett strategies for drought management in the first of two episodes. 

There are several considerations when planning for calving and it begins prior to breeding season. Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss the major consideration when planning for the next year's calving season.

Calving season is in full swing across the high plains. Some producers are noticing a few surprisingly early births. Is this an anomaly or a shift in reproduction? CSU Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss newly released research on gestation length, anecdotal evidence and the impacts of short and long gestations. 

A grazing plan for the summer growing season begins in the winter. CSU Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss how and what tools they used to develop stocking rates and what to consider as part of your grazing plan.

Matching a cow's nutritional needs throughout the year is very important. Using body condition scoring to evaluate a cow's current physical state and how it relates to her nutritional needs is a simple method to understand if her needs are being matched. Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett discuss the cow's nutritional cycle and when to best evaluate her condition in this episode. 

Calving season is on the horizon and dystocia can be a real challenge. CSU Extension Veterinarian Dr. Kathy Whitman joins Extension Specialist Scott Stinnett discussing dystocia, how to address it and the care of calf and cow.

It is the beginning of a new year. What does the market hold for the cattle industry in 2026? Colorado State University Extension Specialists Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett go over the information they have received from various sources and discuss the cattle markets going into 2026.

Colorado State University Extension Specialist Travis Taylor and Scott Stinnett gather with other Extension Specialist from across the state to discuss how the year went for cattle producers in their area. Larry Brown in the San Luis Valley, Todd Hagenbuch from Routt County and Retta Bruegger of the Western Region discuss the impacts of weather, water and the markets in their respective areas of Colorado.