Content by Robin Salverson
SDSU Extension seeking applicants to host Annie’s Project
July 10, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is seeking applications from individuals or organizations that would like to host an Annie’s Project in their community.
Beef Cattle Reproductive Research with Dr. Rebecca Swanson
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson introduces Dr. Rebecca Swanson, one of the newest faculty members in the Department of Animal Science at SDSU.
Calling Annie’s Project alumni: SDSU Extension offering virtual suicide prevention training
June 18, 2025
South Dakota State University Extension is offering virtual suicide prevention training called Question, Persuade, Refer for Annie’s Project alumni on July 30, 2025.
Journey to a More Drought Resilient Ranch
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson and Madison Kovarna shares information about Dugan Bad Warrior’s journey to a more drought resilient ranch.
Incorporating Sexed Semen into a Commercial Beef Herd
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson explores the opportunity of using sexed semen in a commercial herd by implementing the 60:40 program with Kenny Wells with ABS Global.
The Different Vaccine Types and How They Work in the Animal
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Dr. Russ Daly answers questions to help producers navigate the world of vaccines. Hosted by Robin Salverson, SDSU Extension Cow Calf Field Specialist.
Spring Turnout and Branding Time Considerations
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson uses her personal experiences in the branding pen to ask Addie Womack and Dr. Russ Daly why BQA best management practices should be followed at spring turnout.
SDSU Extension helps first responders train for crashes involving livestock
April 30, 2025
The first time Brandon Wingert responded to a vehicle accident involving livestock was in 2017 when a livestock trailer with 99 cattle tipped over. They successfully recovered all but four of the cattle, but Wingert, Hanson County’s sheriff and emergency manager, never forgot the incident.
The Economic and Production Benefits of Artificial Insemination (AI) on the Wilson Flying Diamond Ranch
During this episode of Cattle HQ, listeners will hear Jaclyn share their story on the reasons why they have continued using AI as a reproductive tool including:
The Importance of Vitamin A in the Cow Herd
In this episode of Cattle HQ, Robin Salverson and Madison Kovarna explore the importance of Vitamin A to the cowherd, including the newborn calf from Dr. Hannah Speer.