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Melanie Pimentel: Genetic Gains in Beef | Ep. 70

Season 1 | Episode 70
47m | Mar 27, 2024

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Melanie Pimentel, a passionate Ph.D. student from Michigan State University, discusses her cutting-edge research on dairy beef crosses. Melanie shares her journey leading her to significant contributions to understanding the genetic and economic impacts of beef on dairy crosses. This episode is a treasure trove of knowledge for professionals looking to enhance the genetic quality and market value of beef produced from dairy crosses. Tune in to this episode on all major platforms for a journey into the future of beef production.


"The genetic diversity in beef on Holstein crosses offers a promising avenue for improving carcass quality and efficiency." - Melanie Pimentel


Meet the guest: Melanie Pimentel, a Ph.D. student at Michigan State University, shares her journey from aspiring to join med school to discovering her passion in the beef industry. Her research focuses on beef's genetic and economic impacts on dairy crosses, aiming to improve the quality and market value of beef produced from dairy breeds.


  • (00:00) Highlight
  • (01:15) Introduction
  • (10:33) Beef on Holstein project overview
  • (15:23) Genetic testing and breed impact
  • (23:20) Live performance and carcass data
  • (30:16) Crossbreed feed efficiency
  • (36:48) Economic projections and pricing scenarios
  • (43:03) Final questions


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