The Allied Advantage
The Allied Advantage strives to bring you the up to date, most recent animal nutrition industry news and knowledge. We are excited to visit with industry experts and producers for latest practices and trends. The Allied Advantage is hosted by the Allied Nutrition, animal nutrition team. Allied Nutrition is committed to providing exceptional feed solutions that promote the health, well-being, and productivity of livestock. We are dedicated to delivering innovative and tailored nutrition products, backed by the latest scientific research and industry best practices. Our team of experts works closely with producers to understand their unique needs and develop customized feeding strategies that optimize animal performance from the feedlot to the show ring, to the field. Collaboration is key to our success, as we work closely with producers to develop tailored feeding strategies that optimize animal performance. We look forward to growing knowledge, sharing stories, and cultivating success.
Episodes
![Turn-out Time Considerations](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday May 09, 2024
Thursday May 09, 2024
Dr. Kacie McCarthy from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln joins to discuss all things for your cow/calf operation, from breeding decisions to pasture turn out time considerations. Dr. McCarthy is an Assistant Professor at UNL and the Beef Extension Cow/Calf Specialist. Hosts Ralston and Jefferson were excited to learn from Dr. McCarthy's experience and expertise. Tune in to hear about the latest tips for your cow herd's nutrition and evaluation practices!
![ProForm Edition! #7: Show Talk and Sheep Prep with Kinsey](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Small ruminant time with Kinsey Freeman! Throughout her showing, livestock judging, and professional career, Kinsey has been involved in all aspects of the industry. Whether it is getting a champion ready at home, being on the end of the mic judging, or curating the event to host youth showing, she has seen it all. Tune in now to hear projection selection tips and advice to get the most out of your time in the barn.
![Meet Your Ally: Cody](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
It is time to get to know the Allied Nutrition team better! We are all here to be your ally in production, pursuit, and success. First up, is Cody Heinrich. He has over 15 years of experience in the animal nutrition industry and is excited to always serve his customers. Join us to learn more about his journey to helping livestock enthusiasts day in and day out to get the most out of their nutrition programs!
![ProForm Edition! #6: "Ham" it up with Hunter - Show Pig Prep](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Thursday Mar 28, 2024
Join us for something different on this ProForm Edition! We are here to talk all things pigs. Have you purchased your projects yet? Still in the market or ready to prospect? Hunter Schroeder joins the conversation to discuss good selection criteria, habits when you get them home, and how to really go after your swine showing goals!
![Maximizing Mineral Season](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Thursday Mar 14, 2024
Dr. Jeffery Folmer joins hosts Ralston Ripp and Jefferson Keller to discuss the importance of selecting mineral this season. There are numerous options and decisions to be made when investing in your cow herd's nutrition.
![ProForm Edition! #5: Good Habits & Great People](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Thursday Feb 22, 2024
Back to our ProForm Edition, #5! Hosts Ralston and Jefferson are joined by the very humble and successful MaLaine and Tejlor Strope. Their roots in raising and showing cattle run deep, and their love for helping new breeders is unmatched. Tune in to hear about good habits to start at home and how to truly build your "show family."
![Old Gates and New Goals](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Around the farm or ranch, there seems to always be fence that needs fixing and old gates that need replacing. Hosts Ralston Ripp and Jefferson Keller discuss Allied Nutrition's ability to help you get fencing wire, fencers, posts, animal handling systems and more. They are joined by Brad Stouwie with Powder River to discuss the history of sturdy gates and what is coming down the line for the animal handling systems industry.
![ProForm Edition! #4: New Year, New Ventures](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Take a listen as hosts Ralston Ripp and Jefferson Keller recap the start of a great year! New ventures at the National Western Stock Show led to success and new partnerships. And it wouldn't be a ProForm Edition if we didn't share about the exciting events, we a part of coming up!
![Let Your ”Diamond” Shine](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Happy New Year! We are excited to have John Magnuson with Diamond V join in the discussion of how to best optimize your cow's performance. Allied Nutrition stocks products with Diamond V's XP and XPC. John shares his wealth of knowledge and tips for how to best utilize their additives to add the special "shine" to your animal nutrition program.
![ProForm Edition! #3: The Best 16 Days in January](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17015878/TheAlliedAdvantagecover_small_300x300.png)
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Happy Holidays from the Allied Nutrition Team! We are joined by Jennifer Boka from the National Western Stock Show to discuss the excitement with the 2024 event. Tune in to hear about our partnership with NWSS and the upcoming happenings in Denver.