Dr. Merritt Drewery: Hemp Feeding For Beef Cattle | Ep. 152

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Merritt Drewery from Texas State University discusses hemp and biochar applications in beef cattle systems. She explains cannabinoid transference, sustainable forage opportunities, rumen impacts, and emerging research focused on improving pasture health and reducing methane production. Dr. Drewery also explores consumer perceptions and future regulatory considerations for livestock feeding systems. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Hemp production systems could create sustainable forage opportunities because the crop survives drought conditions and requires relatively low water inputs.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Merritt Drewery is an Associate Professor in Animal Science at Texas State University whose research focuses on sustainable beef cattle production, forage utilization, hemp feeding systems, and biochar applications. She has led multiple federally funded projects and published extensive research in animal nutrition and production systems. Learn more about sustainable feed innovation with Dr. Merritt Drewery on The Feed Science Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:00) Introduction
• (02:25) Hemp forage research
• (09:57) Cannabinoid safety concerns
• (14:05) New hemp cultivars
• (18:18) Biochar feeding systems
• (24:44) Pasture health improvements
• (29:04) Final Questions

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