AgNext Podcast
On the AgNext Podcast, our team explores the latest innovations, research, and practices shaping the future of sustainable animal agriculture. Each episode features conversations with researchers, industry leaders, and experts discussing science-based solutions, emerging challenges, and advancements driving the industry forward.
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Recent Episodes of the AgNext Podcast
Ep. 33 – The Next Generation of Sustainable Animal Agriculture: Dr. Afrin Jannat
June 30th, 2026
Kim and John welcome Dr. Afrin Jannat to discuss her research on air quality in dairy barns and how precision technologies can support more sustainable animal agriculture
Ep. 32 – The Next Generation of Sustainable Animal Agriculture: Dr. Cesar Velasquez
May 22nd, 2026
Kim and John are joined by Dr. Cesar Velasquez to discuss his journey from Honduras to Colorado State University and his research focused on calf health and beef-on-dairy production systems.
Ep. 31 – The Next Generation of Sustainable Animal Agriculture: Dr. Ashley Schilling-Hazlett
May 15th, 2026
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and John are joined by Dr. Ashley Schilling-Hazlett, an AgNext graduate who completed both her master’s degree and Ph.D. with our team.
Ep. 30 – Cattle Market Outlook with Dr. Tyler Cozzens
April 29th, 2026
Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson and Dr. John Ritten are joined by Dr. Tyler Cozzens, Director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC).
Ep. 29 – Understanding Gas Flux in Grazing and Confined Cattle Systems with Dr. Juan Vargas
February 28th, 2026
Kim and John are joined by AgNext Research Scientist Dr. Juan Vargas to discuss two of his recent publications where he measured emissions of animals in both confinement and in grazing systems.
Stockmen in the Stockyards (Part 3): Risk, Technology, and the Future of the Ranch
January 21st, 2026
Recorded at the National Western Stock Show, this episode features a producer panel recap with leadership from Colorado Livestock Association, Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, and the AgNext Industry Innovation Working Group.
Stockmen in the Stockyards (Part 2): Global Trade and U.S. Beef Markets with Dr. Kenton Ochsner
January 15th, 2026
The AgNext Podcast is on-site at the National Western Stock Show! In this episode, Dawn and Jennifer speak with the Executive Director of the Colorado Beef Council, Dr. Kenton Ochsner.
Stockmen in the Stockyards (Part 1): Cattle Market Trends with Dr. Tyler Cozzens
January 13th, 2026
The AgNext Podcast is on-site at the National Western Stock Show! In this episode, Kim and Jennifer speak with Dr. Tyler Cozzens from the Livestock Marketing Information Center on cattle market trends.
Ep. 28 – Leadership and Student Success with Dr. Patrick Doyle
January 6th, 2026
Department Head of Animal Sciences Dr. Patrick Doyle joins the AgNext Podcast to talk about his career path and vision for the future of the department.
Ep. 27 – Exploring Dairy Sustainability with Dr. Bianca da Costa
December 19th, 2025
Kim and Pedro welcome AgNext Research Scientist, Dr. Bianca da Costa to talk about her background and work in dairy sustainability.
Ep. 26 – In-Vitro Research at AgNext
December 11th, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro speak with Drs. Eduardo de Paula and Sara Place about a new in-vitro system being implemented by the AgNext team.
Ep. 25 – Understanding Net Zero in the U.S. Cattle Supply Chain
October 27th, 2025
Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson joins Pedro as a guest discussing one of her publications that investigated if the U.S. cattle supply chain could achieve net zero.
Ep. 24 – The Importance of Land Grant Institutions with Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill
September 2nd, 2025
Pedro and Kim welcome back Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill to talk about the importance of land grant institutions.
Ep. 23 – Methane Fact Sheets with Dr. Sara Place
July 21st, 2025
Kim and Pedro are joined by Dr. Sara Place to discuss a new series of methane fact sheets developed in collaboration with the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
Ep. 22 – Mentorship, Research, and Sustainability with Dr. Pedro Carvalho
May 30th, 2025
Dr. Pedro Carvalho joins the AgNext Podcast not as a host, but as a guest! Kim leads the conversation exploring his work on beef on dairy, feedlot systems, and the integration of sustainable practices.
Ep. 21 – The Role of Trade in U.S. Agriculture
May 7th, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro sit down with Dr. Nathan DeLay and Dr. Amanda Countryman to explore the vital role of international trade in U.S. agriculture.
Ep. 20 – Understanding HPAI in Dairy Cattle with Dr. Jason Lombard
March 31st, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro speak with Dr. Jason Lombard to discuss Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and its impact on dairy cattle.
Ep. 19 – Manure Happens: Dr. Zong Liu on Manure and Compost Management
February 28th, 2025
Pedro and Sara welcome Dr. Zong Liu, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M University. Dr. Liu shares insights from his extensive research on manure and compost management, exploring sustainable solutions for the industry.
Ep. 18 – Health and Welfare with Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway
January 30th, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro are joined by Dr. Lily Edwards-Callaway, an Associate Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences specializing in livestock behavior and welfare.
Ep. 17 – Beef Quality Assurance with Libby Bigler
December 31st, 2024
Kim and Pedro speak with Libby Bigler, the Colorado Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Coordinator at Colorado State University.
Ep. 16 – Introducing Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill
November 26th, 2024
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, hosts Pedro and Kim sit down with Dr. Carolyn Lawrence-Dill, the new Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences at Colorado State University.
Ep. 15 – AgNext’s Climate-Smart Research Facility
October 29th, 2024
JR and Pedro talk about the Climate-Smart Research Facility, one of the largest facilities in the U.S. dedicated to climate-smart animal agriculture research. They’re joined by Dr. Sara Place and Leo Sitorski.
Ep. 14 – Conservation Innovation Grant Update with Dr. Nate DeLay
September 23rd, 2024
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro sit down with Dr. Nate DeLay to discuss the Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) awarded to the AgNext team.
Ep. 13 – Impact of Drought and Prairie Dogs on Livestock Production
August 19th, 2024
Dr. John Ritten joins the AgNext Podcast again to talk about his recent publication studying how prairie dogs and droughts impact livestock production.
Ep. 12 – The Grazing Principles
July 23rd, 2024
On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Stackhouse Lawson and Anna Shadbolt about the Grazing Principles.
Ep. 11 – The Value of Farmland Data
June 13th, 2024
On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Nathan DeLay about the value of farmland data.
Ep. 10 – The Role of Ruminants
May 21st, 2024
On this Listener’s Choice episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Sara Place about her new publication in the Journal of Grass and Forage Science.
Ep. 9 – Understanding Air Quality in Dairy Barns
April 16th, 2024
This Listener’s Choice episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Diego Manriquez and his research on air quality in dairy barns.
Ep. 8 – Methane Mitigation Opportunities for Beef and Dairy: What’s Out There?
March 11th, 2024
This first Listener’s Choice episode, JR and Pedro welcome back Dr. Sara Place to talk about methane mitigation opportunities for beef and dairy.
Ep. 7 – Dr. Jason Lombard’s Career Path, Research Interests, and Role at AgNext
February 20th, 2024
Dr. Jason Lombard joins the AgNext Podcast speaking with JR and Pedro about what led him to AgNext.
Ep. 6 – Dr. Greg Thoma on His Career, Modeling, and Interests
January 29th, 2024
JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Greg Thoma, the Director of Agricultural Modeling and Lifecycle Assessment at AgNext.
Ep. 5 – Dr. Nathan DeLay on Teaching, Grants, and Tradeoffs
December 13th, 2023
JR and Pedro are joined by Dr. Nathan DeLay where he discusses his work at AgNext as a researcher and professor in the College of Agricultural Sciences.
Ep. 4 – Talking Sustainability, Economics, and Extension with Dr. John Ritten
October 16th, 2023
This episode, JR and Pedro speak with AgNext Agricultural Economist Dr. John Ritten.
Ep. 3 – Discussion with Dr. Diego Manriquez
August 25th, 2023
JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Diego Manriquez about his time working abroad and what he is looking forward to at AgNext.
Ep. 2 – Welcoming Dr. Sara Place
July 27th, 2023
Dr. Sara Place joins JR and Pedro to share about her career, research interests, and more.
Ep. 1 – Conversation with Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson
May 22nd, 2023
Join JR and Pedro as they welcome the Director of AgNext Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson.
AgNext Podcast Trailer
April 18th, 2023
Meet your hosts: JR and Pedro!