The Beef Podcast Show - Dr. Blaine Ellison: Cortisol Effects on Cattle Growth | Ep. 173

In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Blaine Ellison, veterinarian and owner of Applied Biotechnologies, explains how the 21-day cortisol surge affects cattle metabolism, immune response, and early receiving performance. He explores how stress alters glucose use, influences frame development, and impacts long-term production outcomes. Dr. Ellison also introduces nutritional biotechnology approaches and strategies to help prevent pinkeye. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:

• Cortisol surge biology
• Stress and glucose metabolism
• Receiving diet mistakes
• Frame development limits
• Pinkeye prevention strategies

Meet the guest:
Dr. Blaine Ellison is a veterinarian and owner of Applied Biotechnologies, Inc., with more than 45 years of experience in food animal health, consulting, research, and product development. His work focuses on stress physiology, cattle metabolism, and nutritional strategies that improve beef cattle health and performance. Dr. Ellison continues developing science-based solutions to production challenges.

Listen to Dr. Blaine Ellison on The Beef Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.

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