Cow Talks

How crop insurance can help farmers stay in business

Crop insurance is an increasingly important tool for managing the production and price risks facing farmers and ranchers. In this episode, Dr. Hunter Biram of the Univers

Navigating uncertainty and new regulations in the beef cattle market

Hannah Baker speaks with Dr. Marcelo Wallau about the latest pressures facing the U.S. beef cattle industry, from the announcement of increased beef imports to the reopen

Pasture Mealybug Update: What we know so far

Pasture mealybug continues to spread across Florida, with new detections raising questions about how the pest is moving and why damage is appearing in some pastures but n

Navigating Forages and Cows with Dr. Mary Beth Hall

In this presentation, Dr. Mary Beth Hall explores how Florida's unique growing conditions shape forage quality and availability. She discusses the importance of balancing

Our Research in Perspective: Optimizing Fall Forage Stockpiling for Florida Beef Cattle

How can producers reduce winter feeding costs while maintaining forage quality? In this episode of Our Research in Perspective, UF graduate researcher Olivia Centanni sha

Special Feature with Grazing the Facts: Building Better Forage Systems with Dr. Marcelo Wallau

In this special joint episode with Grazing the Facts, host Dale Sandlin sits down with Marcelo for an in-depth conversation about the future of forage management in Flori

Pasture Mealybug Webinar: Science and Management

On July 17th 2026, UF IFAS Forages joined FDACS and the Everglades Research and Education center for an informative webinar on pasture mealybug science, management, and w

Ranching with Screwworms: Our Experience Managing this Pest in Southern Brazil

Recorded live at the 2026 Florida Cattlemen's Convention in Marco Island, this special episode features Dr. Marcelo Wallau's presentation on his firsthand experience grow

New World Screwworm Nears Southeast Cattle Country

As New World screwworm continues spreading north through Mexico toward the U.S., entomologist Dr. Andrew Short joins Cow Talks during the Florida Cattlemen's Convention i

Rethinking Forage Systems with Dr. Mary Beth Hall- Part 2

In Part 2 of Rethinking Forage Systems, Dr. Mary Beth Hall joins Marcelo Wallau for a deeper discussion on balancing starch, sugars, protein, and fiber to support healthi

Rethinking Forage Systems with Dr. Mary Beth Hall — Part 1

Recorded just after the Corn Silage and Forage Field Day in late May, this episode features Dr. Mary Beth Hall, consultant with The Cows Are Always Right and former USDA/

Tracking Pasture Mealybug in Florida: Biology, spread and prevention with Erin Powell

Dr. Erin Powell, scale insect taxonomist with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Division of Plant Industry (FDACS DPI), joins Cow Talks to disc

Managing Bermudagrass Stem Maggots

Bermuda grass stem maggot can silently strip between 30-50% of your forage yield during peak growing season. Dr. Lisa Baxter, UGA forage specialist, breaks down how to st

Pasture Mealybug Threat Emerges in Florida

The invasive pasture mealybug has made its way to Florida. Isaac Esquivel and Texas integrated pest management specialist Stephen Biles discuss the recent detection of pa

Building Drought-Resilient Forage Systems using Mixtures and Legumes

Many forage systems are unprepared for climate volatility, yet smart diversification and management can turn these challenges into opportunities. In this  episode of Cow

Why Reporting to the FSA Could Save Your Farm — Even Before Disaster Strikes

If you're feeling the squeeze from drought, freeze, or hurricane season, this episode is your essential guide to unlocking assistance tips. Discover how the USDA Farm Ser

Engaging with CHEERS: Financial and Collaborative Opportunities

In this episode, Marcelo speaks with Jennifer Bearden and Andrea Albertin about CHEERS, specifically, how farmers across generations can engage with the opportunities off

Supplementation for Beef Cattle: Current Drought and Future Perspectives

In this episode of Cow Talks, Marcelo Wallau interviews Dr. Nicolas DeLorenzo about strategies for feeding cattle during severe drought conditions, focusing on byproducts

Drought in the Southeast: Hard Decisions for Producers

A widespread and intensifying drought across the Southeastern United States is forcing livestock producers to make difficult management decisions. In this episode, Drs. M

How Farmer-Led Co-Design Is Reshaping Conservation and Agriculture

In this episode of Cow Talks, host Marcelo Wallau sits down with Ernie Shea, President of Solutions from the Land, to explore a transformative approach to modern agricult