ahead of the herd: the profectus podcasts by Profectus Livestock Solutions

What happens in the first few weeks after beef on dairy calves arrive can have a lasting impact on performance, health, and profitability.

Forage quality is one of the most overlooked drivers of cattle performance, and one of the biggest hidden sources of loss.

Mycotoxins are one of the most overlooked threats in livestock performance and profitability, and they are showing up stronger than ever in today’s feed supply.

From 2.5lbs to 3.23lbs average daily gain, under 2% death loss, and a 60-day health turnaround, Profectus is measurably making a difference for producers.

Steve and Riley Van Heerde share how their South Dakota feedlot evolved from cow/calf to a performance driven feedlot operation through side-by-side feed trials.

Dr. Reed Leiting and Dr. Steve Dudley share how batch farrowing, nurseries, and wean to finish systems fit into modern swine operations, and what producers should consider when evaluating their own flow. Hear their recommendations on how to select the right production system based on health, labor, and facility realities. 

High prices, tight margins, and unpredictable cattle markets are putting real pressure on producers. In this episode, Devin Stricherz sits down with nutritionist Brandon Rodriguez to break down what’s happening in today’s cattle industry, and what producers can do to stay profitable.

In this episode of Ahead of the Herd, Profectus CFO Dan Greve sits down with Jason Schutz of United Prairie Bank to discuss one of the most important relationships on your operation, your banker. Together they unpack what makes a strong financial partnership, from understanding your numbers to presenting complete, detailed balance sheets.

In this episode, PLS empowers beef producers to either boost beef pounds from their cropping acres or supercharge feed efficiency, unlocking more profits all around.

In this episode, we dive into a smarter way to feed cattle—one that focuses less on crude protein and more on meeting amino acid requirements in balance with effective energy. Brandon Rodriguez of Profectus Livestock Solutions joins us to explain how this approach improves feeding efficiency for improved ROI. 

In this episode, Dr. Brian Dorcey breaks down why knowing your numbers isn’t just smart—it’s essential. He explains how metrics like cost per head, per day, and returns on feed investment can uncover hidden inefficiencies and unlock more predictable profitability. Dr. Dorcey shares practical insights on using data to guide feeding decisions, set performance benchmarks, and shift from reactive to strategic management. If you’re feeding cattle without clear financial targets, this episode shows you what you’re missing.