AgNext Podcast
Welcome to the AgNext Podcast!
Join our team where in each episode we dive into the latest innovations and practices that are shaping the future of the animal agriculture industry. Tune in to hear from experts about sustainability and animal agriculture research, career paths, and advancements.
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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, 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. 9 – Understanding Air Quality in Dairy Barns
April 16th, 2024
This next 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. 10 – The Role of Ruminants
May 21st, 2024
This next 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. 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. Dr. DeLay discusses his recent publication and how producers can work with research groups, like AgNext, to inform further research.
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. 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. 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 and the novel research our team is conducting.
Ep. 15 – AgNext’s Climate-Smart Research Facility
October 29th, 2024
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, JR and Pedro talk about the Climate-Smart Research Facility, the largest facility in the U.S. dedicated to climate-smart animal agriculture research. They’re joined by Dr. Sara Place and Leo Sitorski.
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. 17 – Beef Quality Assurance with Libby Bigler
December 31st, 2024
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Kim and Pedro speak with Libby Bigler, the Colorado Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Coordinator at Colorado State University. They discuss the importance of the BQA program, how BQA education supports sustainability, and information for individuals to get certified.
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. 19 – Manure Happens: Dr. Zong Liu on Manure and Compost Management
February 28th, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Pedro and Sara speak with 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. 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. As an epidemiologist and Dairy Systems Specialist at AgNext, Dr. Lombard has been studying this emerging disease for over a year and his insights shed light on what is currently known about HPAI.
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. From trade agreements to tariffs, they break down the complexities of global markets, how trade impacts producers and consumers, and why exports are critical for U.S. farmers.
Ep. 22 – Mentorship, Research, and Sustainability with Dr. Pedro Carvalho
May 30th, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, Dr. Pedro Carvalho joins the episode 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. 23 – Methane Fact Sheets with Dr. Sara Place
July 21st, 2025
In this episode of the AgNext Podcast, 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. These science-based resources are designed to support producers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders in understanding and addressing methane emissions from ruminant livestock.
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. 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. 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. 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. 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.
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.
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 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.