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Dr. Stephen Boyles: Beef Cow Nutrition in the Third Trimester | Ep. 08
In this episode of The Beef Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stephen Boyles, Professor Emeritus at The Ohio State University, explains why nutrition during the final trimester matters in cow-calf systems. He discusses fetal growth, colostrum quality, postpartum interval, body condition score, calving distribution, and practical supplementation strategies. Dr. Boyles also explains why excess corn can reduce forage digestibility and why fiber or protein supplements may better support forage-based systems. Listen now on all major platforms!
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