Cougs Talk Stock

Sarah catches up with CUDS president Andrew Bartelheimer and the public relations chair Holly Lockwood. Listen to learn how the WSU Cooperative University Dairy Students (CUDS) provides real-world experience to its members.  https://www.facebook.com/CUDSofWSU https://creamery.wsu.edu/ CTS Survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds Transcript: https://bit.ly/3L5M2at

Sarah Dreger meets with Ginny Search and Luke Pietsch the co-presidents of the WSU Student Swine Cooperative. Listen in to learn about the restart of the WSU Swine Co-op, the opportunities it provides for its members, and how to buy Student Swine Cooperative raised pork. Also learn about Luke and Ginnys experiences leading them to WSU animal science, the Student Swine Cooperative, and on to Vet school. https://www.facebook.com/WSUStudentSwineCoop Transcript: https://bit.ly/3HYfRZ1

Dr. Don Llewellyn welcomes Jaiden Mahoney and Kayla Richardson of the Washington State University (WSU) Cougar Cattle Feeders student cooperative. Jaiden and Kayla discuss what brought them to the WSU Department of Animal Sciences, opportunities in Cougar Cattle Feeders, and what the future holds for students in the animal sciences. https://ansci.wsu.edu/ ccf.students@wsu.edu Transcript: https://bit.ly/35HvXJm

Sarah Dreger welcomes back Derrick Josi for part 2 to discuss advocating agriculture and Derricks path of creating TDF Honest farming. TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3wQu46p

Sarah Dreger welcomes Derrick Josi from TDF Honest farming for part 1 to talk about life as a dairy farmer in the Tillamook Co-op. TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3clhEK6

Dr. Don Llewellyn welcomes Don McMoran and Kristen Hinton-Vanvalkenburg from WSU Extension in Skagit County to discuss how AgrAbility offers consultation and education services to farmers and their famillies which have undergone injures or health issues to connect them to resources which promote well-being in the workplace and reduce risk of secondary injury. Our guests also discussed WSU Extension Skagit Counties ongoing program for suicide prevention in the agricultural community. https://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/agrability/ https://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/suicide-prevention/ TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3Htp0tu

Confused about the new WSDA ECTR Program? Listen in as Natasha joins the WSDA Livestock Identification Program Assistant, Brennan Kimbel, to discuss the common questions that Cattle Producers have about the ECTR Program. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3pYBKC7 Link to sign up for ECTR: https://fortress.wa.gov/agr/apps/ECTR/ WSDA website with ECTR link and information: https://agr.wa.gov/departments/animals-livestock-and-pets/livestock/ectr

Natasha sits down with Dr. Amber Adams-Progar to discuss the basics of livestock behavior and handling. Listen in to find out what drives livestock behavior and how to use that knowledge to our advantage when working with our stock. Dr. Adams-Progar also gives a lesson on safety while handling livestock and how those interested in animal behavior can get into the field. Transcript: https://bit.ly/3E2cLRV https://archives.joe.org/joe/2019august/rb8.php https://porkgateway.org/resource/basic-a/ https://pubs.extension.wsu.edu/understanding-lowstress-cattle-handling-techniques-to-improve-animal-performance-and-human-safety

Sarah is joined by Dr. Michael Phelps to discuss aquculture. Learn about topics such as: aquaculture environments, the difference between wild and farmed seafood, the sustainability of seafood farming, and the future direction of aquaculture. https://www.aquaculturealliance.org/blog/what-is-aquaculture-why-do-we-need-it/ AquAdvantage Salmon | FDA latest resources: https://bit.ly/3AmNnVY https://ansci.wsu.edu/people/faculty/michael-phelps/

Dr. Don Llewellyn is joined by Dr. Gordon Murdoch, Chair of the WSU Department of Animal Sciences to discuss current challenges and opportunities for livestock producers. They discuss AG Labor laws, rising minimum wage, rising cost of feed, and drought. https://ansci.wsu.edu/ https://extension.wsu.edu/skagit/suicide-prevention/ Transcript: https://bit.ly/3D0MVhP

Natasha welcomes Dr. Susan Kerr to dive into the importance of Biosecurity in livestock. Dr. Kerr tells gives us actionable steps you can take to prevent disease and protect your animals. Listen in to learn how to protect animal health, operation profitability, and food safety. https://www.healthyagriculture.org https://www.cfsph.iastate.edu https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-information/swine-disease-information/biosecurity https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-information/avian/defend-the-flock-program/dtf-biosecurity https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/sa_animal_disease_information/sheep-goat/biosecurity https://bit.ly/380dmpl

Sarah meets with Dr. Michael Neff, Professor of crop biotechnology at Washington State University, to talk about genetically modified organisms. Listen in to learn about the purpose of GMO's, safety concerns, GMO crop availability, and misconceptions surrounding GMO's. AquAdvantage Salmon Fact Sheet | FDA: https://bit.ly/3qK3bxJ  AquaBound the company that raises AquAdvantage Salmon: https://aquabounty.com AquAdvantage Salmon | FDA latest resources: https://bit.ly/3AmNnVY How GMOs Are Regulated for Food and Plant Safety in the United States | FDA: https://bit.ly/3hoAZwh TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/2RFIk1r Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

Dr. Don Llewellyn welcomes Stephanie Nilles from Pawsitive Connection, a dog training facility in the Spokane Valley, WA. Don and Stephanie discuss many aspects of dog ownership from bringing the puppy home, to socializing and training your dog. This is a great podcast for youth and families interested in owning and training their first puppy or dog, and for those interested in a dog project for 4-H. https://pawsitiveconnectiondogtraining.com/ Transcript: https://bit.ly/36EzzZz Survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

Dr. Don Llewellyn welcomes Dr. Gordon Murdoch, Chair of the Department of Animal Sciences at Washington State University, to discuss his vision and opportunities for the future of the Department. The implications and response to the Covid-19 pandemic is also discussed. https://ansci.wsu.edu/ TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3khUfOZ

Sarah Interviews Natalie Sullivan, equine nutritionist and Founder of On Course Equine Nutrition to discuss the basics of horse care. This episode provides food for thought to those considering breaking into the horse world and is especially valuable to those interested in horse ownership and equine sports. Natalie's link: https://bit.ly/3tZn3Nn Coupon code: WSUPOD for 20% off Qualtrics survey: https://bit.ly/3u1SJ4I TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3bYUMAB

Chris SChactschneider, OSU Livestock and Range Management Field Faculty, is welcomed back to discuss the positive changes to pastures and landscapes, that can be achieved using livestock grazing. Hannah and Chris discuss how to utilize livestock to minimize the growth of low value plants and foster the growth of wanted forages. TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3hHb0C6 Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

Hannah invites OSU Livestock and Range Management Field Faculty, Chris Schachtschneider, on to discuss utilizing livestock for fire mitigation. Chris shares one of his field study findings about using livestock grazing to effectively prevent fire spread. Hannah and Chris discuss how this applies to the wildfires that we are seeing in recent years and how livestock producers, land owners, and public lands can work together to stop the spread of fire using livestock. TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3fKc4Cs Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

Natasha welcomes Dr. Amber Itles, WSDA Assistant Washington State Veterianarian, and Robbie Parke, WSDA Livestock Inspection Program Manager. Join us to discuss the livestock identification, health, and branding requirements for buying, selling, and raising livestock within Washington State. We tackle some of the most common questions that Dr. Itle and Robbie receive from livestock producers. https://agr.wa.gov/services/inspections-and-investigations/inspections/livestock/livestock-inspection https://agr.wa.gov/departments/animals-livestock-and-pets/livestock/inspections https://agr.wa.gov/departments/animals-livestock-and-pets/animal-health https://s3.wp.wsu.edu/uploads/sites/2078/2021/04/Animal-Science-Kit-1.pdf TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/2R29v6u Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

Sarah interviews Dr. Steve Fransen to talk about the benefits and challenges of grazing pastures in the PNW. We discuss the differences between farmland and rangeland productivity and land use, grazing management, and how to steward the land to benefit the property owner, animals, and environment. This episode is valuable for anyone who wants to learn about land use, grazing animals, and pasture management. USDA consolidation of U.S. Agriculture: https://bit.ly/3b1XAMR USDA Rangeland: https://bit.ly/2QTSVpd USDA Rangeland Research: https://bit.ly/2SlWmVX https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/a4hhistory/70/ TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/2RxXshq Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

Natasha is joined by Corrine Harris, a pet nutritionist who explores the common questions pet owners have about feeding their furry companions. Tune in to learn about keeping your pet healthy through nutrition and to get a better understanding of the variety of pet food diets that you may see or hear about. This episode is valuable for anyone who owns a pet or is interested in learning more about pet nutrition. Additional resources: How to Choose the Right Feeds & Supplements for Your Horse: https://bit.ly/3eWUg6S https://www.aafco.org/ https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/nutrition-matters https://companion-animals.extension.org/ https://www.uidaho.edu/-/media/UIdaho-Responsive/Files/Extension/4-H/Animal-Science-Lesson-Plans/Nutrition-Feed-Labels-L1-2-ALL-SDBaker.pdf?la=en&hash=2F29F8DA53E4AD58E9CA5C0910802D949C414D4F Please take a moment to fill out our survey: https://bit.ly/3ecoQds TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3fN8MQf

Hannah invites Natasha to sit down and discuss the ins and outs of direct marketing of livestock. Join us to learn the important details behind marketing, selling, and purchasing local meat products, as the demand for locally raised meat increases. This episode is valuable for youth and adult livestock producers that are wanting to direct market their animal products, for those interested in purchasing local meats, and for the general public interested in the food chain. https://agr.wa.gov/departments/business-and-marketing-support/small-farm/the-green-book/regulations-for-specific-products https://www.fsis.usda.gov/sites/default/files/media_file/2021-02/Fed-Food-Inspect-Requirements.pdf https://www.uidaho.edu/-/media/UIdaho-Responsive/Files/Extension/4-H/Animal-Science-Lesson-Plans/recordkeeping-making-a-plan-l1-sharrison.pdf?la=en&hash=082089541E6FDB324EFF4232E231855EF8E48101 Selling Your Livestock Project When Fair is Cancelled (In process of publication) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ow2F9-YvD3WOlcVRYAPzgmtDuXEKiYUw/view?usp=sharing TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/32y9Hwa Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds

We kick off our first episode of Cougs Talk Stock discussing the impacts that pets had on youth mental health during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Tune in as Natasha talks with Stephanie Roeter-Smith who describes what her recent study showed us about the healing effects of animals and how you can help your own youth cope during difficult times using animals. This episode is valuable for parents and those that work with youth. Petpartners.org – pet therapy training/certification, seek local therapy animals Therapeutic riding centers – volunteer! Pathintl.org 4h.wsu.edu https://s3.wp.wsu.edu/uploads/sites/2050/2021/05/Youth-and-Pets-Together-Roeter-Smith.pdf TRANSCRIPT: https://bit.ly/3v8euRw Please take a moment to fill out our survey: bit.ly/3ecoQds