In this episode of Angus from Scratch, Hannah breaks down the fundamentals of cattle reproduction in a way that’s simple, practical, and easy to understand.

The episode covers the key terminology every producer should know, walks through how follicles develop and why timing matters, and connects natural hormones to the drugs used in synchronization protocols. It also explain common synch protocols, the differences between artificial insemination and natural service, and how advanced tools like donor cows, embryo transfer, and IVF can accelerate genetic progress.

If reproduction has ever felt overwhelming, this episode is designed to help you understand how it all fits together so you can start making more confident breeding decisions in your own herd.

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Segments

0:00 Introduction

05:27 Important Reproduction Terminology

21:44 The Estrous Cycle

26:43 Hormones Involved In Reproduction

34:42 Synchronization Protocols

44:00 AI vs. Natural Service

50:07 Donor Cows and Embryo Transfer

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Resources

Reproduction Terminology: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/1utc5i1ss9k9netmevbfu/Reproduction-Terminology-List.pdf?rlkey=0tg3b8at6i19rg59jsfqekbed&st=ooj4jfnb&dl=0

Hormone Chart: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/xtjc1c0njcpf2qz8kn0x3/Hormones-Chart.pdf?rlkey=mpunnuczcxlqv5b4yy5fru8k7&st=skxh9fkk&dl=0

Follicular Cyclicity Diagram: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/h5y65djvqr7mus7cut6z6/Reproductive-Cyclicity.pdf?rlkey=4toqc92rv8tp0a3j1odsl4wkn&st=1vbttnx2&dl=0

Follicular/Luteal Phase Diagram: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/evj1qb8wsbstzl2tz027u/Follicular-Luteal-Phase-Diagram.pdf?rlkey=wms1rnu5ufhmj7zn3cfzr3x3w&st=2w1ob534&dl=0

Synchronization Protocols: https://beefrepro.org/protocols/

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In this episode of Angus From Scratch, Hannah walks through a step-by-step roadmap for building a seedstock herd from the very first thought all the way to buying your first few cows.

If you’re new to the seedstock world or thinking about getting started, it can feel overwhelming to know where to begin. In this episode, Hannah breaks down the exact process that she believes every beginner should follow, including defining your “why,” setting clear program goals, learning the fundamentals, evaluating your resources, building an entry strategy, and making intentional purchasing and breeding decisions.

This isn’t about rushing out and buying cattle, it’s about building a program with direction, consistency, and long-term purpose.

Whether you’re a student, young producer, or someone looking to transition into seedstock, this episode will give you a clear framework to start building your herd the Wright way.

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Segments:

00:00 Introduction/Weekly Update

14:38 Step 1 - Find Your Why

19:05 Step 2 - Define Your Program Goals

30:16 Step 3 - Learn The Basics

41:37 Step 4 - Take Inventory Of Your Resources

48:37 Step 5 - Build An Entry Strategy

58:09 Step 6 - Decide On Selection Criteria

1:02:09 Step 7 - Find A Mentor

1:05:25 Step 8 - Buy Your First Cows!

1:08:46 Step 9 - Make Breeding Decisions

1:13:10 Step 10 - Build Slowly & Constantly Evaluate

1:16:07 Closing

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