Introducing the AgNext Podcast! 
Join JR and Pedro each episode where they will dive into the latest innovations and best practices that are shaping the future of the animal agriculture industry. Tune in to hear from experts and producers about animal agriculture research, career paths, and advancements. Whether you’re a farmer, producer, consumer, or just curious about sustainability in animal agriculture, this podcast is for you!
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Latest Episodes


AgNext Podcast Trailer

April 18th, 2023

Meet your hosts: JR and Pedro!


Ep. 1 – Conversation with Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson

May 22nd, 2023

Join JR and Pedro as they welcome their first guest: Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson!


Ep. 2 – Welcoming Dr. Sara Place

July 27th, 2023

Join JR and Pedro as they talk with Dr. Sara Place about her career, research interests and more!


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. 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. 5 – Dr. Nathan DeLay on Teaching, Grants, and Tradeoffs

December 13th, 2023

JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Nathan DeLay about his work at AgNext as a researcher and also as a professor in the College of Agricultural Sciences. 


Ep. 6 – Dr. Greg Thoma on His Career, Modeling, and Interests

January 29th, 2024

On this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro speak with Dr. Greg Thoma. Dr. Thoma is the Director of Agricultural Modeling and Lifecycle Assessment at AgNext and a true expert in the field of sustainable agriculture.


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, interests, and more!


Ep. 8 – Methane Mitigation Opportunities for Beef and Dairy: What’s Out There?

March 11th, 2023

This first Listener’s Choice episode, JR and Pedro welcome back Dr. Sara Place to talk about methane mitigation opportunities for beef and dairy.