Podcasts about Forage

GUEST:   https://bookshop.org/p/books/go-forth-and-forage-a-guide-to-foraging-over-50-of-the-most-common-edible-medicinal-north-american-mushrooms-whitney-johnson/21618294?ean=9780760392751&next=t   https://appalachianforager.com/home   https://www.instagram.com/appalachian_forager/   https://www.tiktok.com/@appalachian_forager   MENTIONS:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/bluegrassmycological/   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydnum_repandum   MUSHROOM HOUR:   https://welcometomushroomhour.com    https://instagram.com/welcome_to_mushroom_hour   https://tiktok.com/@welcome_to_mushroom_hour   Show Music courtesy of the one and only Chris Peck: https://peckthetowncrier.bandcamp.com/   TOPICS COVERED:   Beginner Foraging Foibles   "Go Forth and Forage"   Appalachian Mountain Range   Foraging in a Kentucky Forest   Learn Your Trees   Making Science Observations While Foraging   Hilljack Girl on TikTok   Creating a Mushroom Guidebook   Internal vs External Inspiration   Textures and Flavor Profiles of Wild Mushrooms   Preserving Mushrooms Through the Seasons   

On this Part 2 episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr continue their conversation with Dr. Erica Macon, assistant professor of equine science at Texas A&M University, diving deeper into practical nutrition and management for horses with PPID and insulin dysregulation, including:The results of Dr. Macon's study on Standlee pelleted forage and insulin responseWhether feeding one pound of ration balancer at once could trigger a laminitic episodeWhy feeding lean metabolic horses is more complex than it seemsWhat recent research says about seasonal spikes in insulin and winter laminitis risksThey also discuss the importance of building a trusted horse care team, realistic timelines for results, and how small management shifts can make a big difference in long-term health.

FSA Programs with Open Enrollment Annual Forage Insurance Tariffs Impacting the Beef Cattle Industry   00:01:05 – FSA Programs with Open Enrollment: Michael Martin, Kansas Farm Service Agency agriculture program specialist, starts the show as he discusses what programs are currently happening at FSA and why it is important for growers to report their acres. Farmers.gov   00:12:05 – Annual Forage Insurance: Continuing the show is Jenny Ifft, Logan Simon and John Holman as they talk about annual forages and annual forage insurance. They say what growers should consider when making selections. AgManager.info Webinar - Annual Forage Insurance   00:23:05 – Tariffs Impacting the Beef Cattle Industry: The Beef Cattle Institute's Cattle Chat podcast with Brad White, Dustin Pendell, Bob Larson and Phillip Lancaster wrap the show as they converse about what impact from tariffs producers could see.  BCI Cattle Chat Podcast Bovine Science with BCI Podcast Email BCI at bci@ksu.edu     Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.   Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.   K‑State Research and Extension is a short name for the Kansas State University Agricultural Experiment Station and Cooperative Extension Service, a program designed to generate and distribute useful knowledge for the well‑being of Kansans. Supported by county, state, federal and private funds, the program has county Extension offices, experiment fields, area Extension offices and regional research centers statewide. Its headquarters is on the K‑State campus in Manhattan

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Send Audrey a Text to get your question answered on the showDo you want to transition your horse to an anti-inflammatory forage diet but are afraid to do so? This episode is for you!Thanks to our Sponsor, Silver Lining Herbs: SilverLiningHerbs.com code audreyAnd the Seasonal Wellness Box:https://autoimmunerev.kartra.com/page/equinewellnessboxResources Mentioned:Quick and Dirty GuideHow to Feed Forage DietQ&A GroupMinerals and Metals Mane TestFree Resources Find all the Resource Listed Here: linktr.ee/equineenergymed Audrey is not an MD or DVM and has never implied or claimed to be either. Audrey holds a Doctoral Degree of Traditional Naturopathy and a Masters Degree in Science. She created an evidenced-based anti-inflammatory nutrition program for equine and has successfully helped over 10k horses. This information is not meant to diagnose, prescribe for, treat, or cure, and is not a replacement for your veterinarian.

On this Part 1 episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr have a conversation with Dr. Erica Macon, assistant professor of equine science at Texas A&M University, to talk about the challenges of managing equine metabolic disorders, including:Why horses that appear lean can still be at risk for metabolic issuesThe differences between insulin resistance and insulin dysregulationCommon misconceptions about “low NSC” feedsHow subtle signs like a cresty neck can indicate underlying problems And be sure to tune in to Part 2, which will release June 17th, where Dr. Macon shares the results of how Standlee pelleted forage impacts insulin levels in metabolic horses, potential feed management ideas that could help metabolic horses, and we discuss how and why horses might get laminitis in the winter.

This is part 2 of 2Top Chef: Destination Canada heads into its semifinals and challenges its cheftestants to forage for their supper. Everyone rises to the challenge, which makes the elimination a nailbiter. To watch this as a video recap, listen to our Trailer Trash and Road Trip bonus episodes, and participate in live episode threads, go to Patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens. Tickets for our final Mounting Hysteria Tour in Seattle June 12 and LA June 19 are now on sale at watchwhatcrappens.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is part one of a two-part recap!Top Chef: Destination Canada heads into its semifinals and challenges its cheftestants to forage for their supper. Everyone rises to the challenge, which makes the elimination a nailbiter. To watch this as a video recap, listen to our Trailer Trash and Road Trip bonus episodes, and participate in live episode threads, go to Patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens. Tickets for our final Mounting Hysteria Tour in Seattle June 12 and LA June 19 are now on sale at watchwhatcrappens.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Some herbs we can grow, others we can gather.. while some herbs might need to be purchased. In this episode we're exploring the many ways we acquire herbs!We'll chat about some of the best herbs for growing and why we love having an herb garden. Hear from forager George Barnett about when to gather our herbs and why its so important to be safe and responsible foragers!Learn more about George's work at The Hungry Forager at https://www.thehungryforager.com/Listen to the full conversation with George from S2E8 - Foraging Wild Edibles w/ George Barnett https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/foraging-wild-edibles-george-barnett/We also sit down with Tommy Nevar, VP of Branding at Mountain Rose Herbs who will walk us through the many labels we might encounter while we're shopping for herbs. Shop the Mountain Rose Herbs store at https://mountainroseherbs.com/Bevin will be visiting the MRH store in Seattle this June.. here's a link to the FB event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1QpsD4immM/Check out our Herb CoOp - https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Join our Patreon community - https://www.patreon.com/c/smallhousefarmBefore the interview we share some updates from around Small House including our recent LIVE event - you can watch the replay on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/live/aP7_0w2NBa4?si=hinTBvvjBrmSWKDSSupport the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

When something's wrong with your horse, how quickly would you catch it?On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr break down the vital signs of a healthy horse and how understanding your horse's “normal” can help you recognize subtle changes before they become serious (or expensive) problems.They cover:What's considered normal for a horse's temperature, pulse, and respirationHow travel, exercise, stress, and seasonal changes can affect vital signsWhat signs suggest your horse might be in distress, even if they “look fine”Why being proactive with horse care helps you avoid costly emergenciesDon't wait for a health scare to start paying attention. Learn how to stay one step ahead and become your horse's strongest advocate!

This week, we continue where we left off last week, exploring equine eye conditions through a holistic lens.A holistic approach focuses primarily on optimizing the diet and lifestyle of horses, providing everything they need to support their overall health and maintain healthy eyes.Long-Term Health Issues Often Begin with DeficienciesChronic deficiencies, prolonged stress, and toxin exposure are often the root causes of long-term health issues in horses. Those problems develop slowly, sometimes taking years to show symptoms. Even though genetics may be an underlying factor, nutrition is crucial in determining health outcomes.Protecting the Eyes of Prey AnimalsEyesight is critical for horses to feel safe. Vision loss increases their anxiety and vulnerability. Keeping blind or visually impaired horses calm, secure, and well-supported within a herd can help to reduce their stress and improve their quality of life.Antioxidants Play a Crucial Role in PreventionAntioxidants help reduce oxidative stress, support immune function and detox systems, and protect the sensitive eye tissues. Even without eye symptoms, improved nutrition supports clearer and healthier eyes. A targeted supplement plan should always match the specific needs of each horse.Selenium: An Underrated PowerhouseSelenium deficiency is common in horses, affecting their coat, muscles, metabolism, and more. Selenium indirectly supports the eyes by boosting antioxidant defenses, especially when paired with vitamin E. While it is not an eye-specific nutrient, selenium does contribute to overall equine resilience.Vitamin E is Essential and Often DeficientVitamin E is often lacking in hay-fed horses. Vitamin E protects the tissues from oxidative damage and plays a key role in eye health and detox support. High doses may be required to correct deficiencies in horses, especially for performance or aging horses.The Right Dosage and Timing MatterToo many antioxidants at once can overwhelm the body. Start with one or two at low doses and monitor progress over several weeks. Horses with autoimmune issues, like uveitis, need especially careful and gradual supplementation.Zinc: The Surprise Ally for Eye HealthZinc supports metabolism, thyroid function, liver health, and immunity. It also helps with weepy eyes and visual clarity, likely due to its high concentration in ocular tissue and role in processing light. Zinc works well with vitamin A to support vision.Be Cautious and Responsive with ZincNot all horses need zinc. Try using low doses of about 150 mg elemental zinc in an organic form and observe. If there is no visible improvement within 6–8 weeks, zinc might not be the right solution. Beta Carotene: A Natural Source of Eye SupportBeta carotene, found in fresh forage and colorful foods like carrots, supports vision and immune health. It converts to vitamin A, which helps with light processing. Forage-based diets naturally provide more beta carotene than hay.Support Through Food Whenever PossibleWhole foods and high-quality forage offer the best long-term nutritional support. While supplements are valuable, a varied, nutrient-dense diet reduces dependence on pills and powders and supports holistic, sustainable health.Links and resources:Connect with Elisha Edwards on her website Join my email list to be notified about new podcast releases and upcoming webinars.Free Webinar Masterclass:

South Dakota's USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service produces a forage production and outlook map, available to farmers and ranchers for free. In this edition of Agriculture In-depth, DRG News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra visits with NRCS State Rangeland Management Specialist Emily Rohrer to learn more. Forage maps relate to grassland forage production and not cropland, and the maps will not predict forage quality. These reports will subside starting July 1. Find more information using this link: https://bit.ly/Range_Pasture.

Hay and forage season is soon. In this episode of DairyVoice, Mike Opperman talks with Bart Elder of Vermeer. They discuss the many aspects of making good quality forage and getting it stored properly. These tips and processes involved in the getting hay growing in the field, harvested, processed and stored are key.

Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you!Innovations and technological advancements are two things the agricultural industry has a wealth of. Staying up to date on opportunities to adopt new tech or check out new products? Now, that can be easier said than done. On this episode, we're bringing you two more interesting interviews from CattleCon 2025 thanks to our very own Shauna Hermel. First up is Kaylene Ballesteros, Go-to-Market Manager, Hay & Forage for John Deere, to discuss available automation and insights including John Deere's Precision Essentials Kit – a bundle of core equipment scalable to different size operations that gives you the option to choose the precision tools you need, when you need them.Next up, we're joined by Steve Schram and Doug Shane from Solvet to discuss LidoBand, a latex rubber band designed to deliver lidocaine as a local anesthetic during castration of calves up to 250 pounds (lb.) and lambs under 50 lb.Find more information to make Angus work for you in the Angus Beef Bulletin and ABB EXTRA. Make sure you're subscribed! Sign up here to the print Angus Beef Bulletin and the digital Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA. Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our team at abbeditorial@angus.org.

Welcome back to the Successful Farming Podcast. In today's episode, machinery expert Dave Mowitz sits down with Andy Campbell, Director of Insights at Tractor Zoom, to talk about trends in the agricultural equipment market, with a close look at balers, forage harvesters, and the trucking industry. They dive into the impact of drought on livestock and forage production, how herd size and regional preferences influence equipment demand, and what to watch for when evaluating used balers—including bale counters, wear indicators, and auction pricing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Chris' market report this week, highlighting a positive outlook for dairy prices, Will and Ben shift their focus from milk markets to the intricacies of feed markets, featuring insights from Chris Pickles, Procurement Manager at KW Feeds and Kite Technical Consultant Maimie French. Maimie provides an overview of the spring season, noting the quality of first cuts and the impact of weather on forage yields across the UK and touches on the challenges of heat stress. Chris discusses feed commodity markets, with ongoing considerations around protein sources for dairy rations, particularly the comparison between soya and rape meal, with an interesting and welcomed update on EU deforestation regulations. They also contemplate the potential outlook for harvest 2025 amidst current dry conditions and market uncertainties.Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

When it comes to horse nutrition, understanding energy is key to building a healthier, more resilient equine partner.On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss important insights into horse energy needs, including:What “energy” actually means for horses and why it's different than you might thinkHow carbohydrates, fats, and fiber each contribute differently to a horse's energy supplyHow to match energy intake to your horse's work level and body conditionWhether you're feeding a top competitor or a trail partner, this conversation will give you more confidence in what and how you're feeding your horse.

Welcome to the 6th episode of the 2025 season! Phil Kaatz, MSU Extension Field Crops Senior Educator, will host Dr. Kim Cassida, MSU Extension Forages & Cover Crops Specialist, to discuss how optimization of forage quality for hay and haylage can provide producers with improved animal performance. Also, a weather update from Dr. Jeff Andresen . To learn more and register for the live event, check out the MSUE Virtual Breakfast page.

Hey friends! My guest today is Whitney Johnson, also known as the Appalachian Forager. She's here to talk about her beautiful new book, Go Forth and Forage, which is all about mushroom foraging. We dive into some of the common misconceptions about mushrooms, how to go about identifying mushrooms properly, the debate about whether we should cut or pluck when harvesting, and lots of other hot shroomy topics. Whitney also shares some knowledge about how learning tree identification can really help you when out mushroom hunting and we talk a little bit about other foraging adventures and the joys of seasonal eating. I loved this convo with her and I think you will too! Connect with Whitney: Website - Facebook - Instagram ~*~*~*~*~*~ Our farm shop is full of goodies for you! We have four new teas -- Strength, The Sun, The Moon, and The Star. The Moon is our first caffeinated tea, with a white tea base plus cornflowers, butterfly pea flowers, and more! And The Sun is perfect for this warmer weather, with hints of orange peel and hibiscus. Coming through Hotchkiss, Colorado? Swing by our new in-person farm store at 148 E Bridge St! We'd love to see you and have a chat over a cup of tea! Use code PODCAST25 at checkout to save 10% on everything in the farm shop! You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Consider leaving us a positive rating and review -- it really helps! And please share the podcast with a friend so we can reach more fantastic like-minded people!!

Forage Management: Techniques for the Cow-Calf Operation with Ali Fix on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts   Want more on rotational grazing, pasture management, and forage production? Join our - - -> Weekly Email. Get industry insights, early access to event discounts, and ranch ready tools delivered straight to your inbox.   “Feeding cattle is one of the largest components of an operation. For our cow-calf operation, it represents 40 to 60 percent of our operation costs.” Ali Fix We're diving into forage/pasture management, and hay production with Ali Fix of Fix Family Farms — one of the key stops during our upcoming Grazing Conference in Missouri. This episode is packed with practical info, and honest conversation that's especially helpful for beginner and aspiring ranchers.   In this episode we cover:  How Ali's family manages hay production for their cow-calf operation Tall fescue as their go-to grass and why it works so well Weather, drought, and yield management Fertilizing with turkey litter and effective weed control What to consider when leasing land or starting hay production Love what you hear? Support the show! Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts. This helps support us so that we can continue to ranch in the next generation.   Resources & Links:  Follow along with Ali on Instagram @farmer_ali Meet Up with Karoline and Ali at The Grazing Retreat, hosted by Cattleman U! Check out all things Cattleman U below!  Use code PODCAST when filling out your She's a Hand Ranch Camp application Uplevel your direct to consumer business with our Free Web Platform Guide Discover the grants and loans available with our Free Business Guide Browse our Online Store View and subscribe to our new Video Podcast Channel Follow us on Instagram, @cattlemanu and on Facebook Find out more about KRose Company below! Follow us on Instagram, @krosecompany, @rose.karoline, and on Facebook Download our Free 7 Page Guide to improve your marketing strategies   Looking for more episodes like this one?  Check out our website for more of what you love!   Cattleman U assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this episode. These conversations are the experiences told by our guests and should be considered as such. The information contained is provided on an "as is" basis with no guarantees of completeness or accuracy.

What if the key to solving your horse's lingering hoof issues isn't a different supplement or shoe, but a completely different way of looking at their feet?On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr and guest Dr. Sammy Pittman, a veterinarian, farrier, and equine podiatry expert, discuss how the environment, biomechanics, and nutrition all play a role in horse hoof soundness, including:What's really happening when horse hooves chip, crack, or flareWhy "fixing" conformation can sometimes do more harm than goodHow over-supplementing might be hurting your horse more than helpingWhether you're managing a high-level performance horse or a trail riding horse, this episode is packed with practical takeaways to help you support soundness and build stronger hooves - from the inside out.

This episode was recorded at the 2025 Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium. Panelists Dr. John Goeser or Rock River Laboratory, Inc.; Dr. Bob Kozlowski, PAS of Dairy NExT, LLC and Dr. Tom Overton of Cornell University introduce themselves and give an overview of their backgrounds. (0:10)Dr. Goeser begins with three different ways to define forage quality: energetic potential, particle size as an interaction factor, and anti-nutritional components. He asks Dr. Kozlowski if these are the hot topics for his consulting clients. (6:53)When evaluating the energy potential in feed, Dr. Goeser states there's nothing new as far as measuring the nutrient content of feeds, but capturing the nutrient digestion potential in fiber, starch, and fatty acids is an area where we could stand to make sizable strides. We've been studying fiber and starch digestion for more than 50 years, and they're still really hard to measure because nutrient digestion potential is not linear. In the laboratory, ruminal fiber digestion is measured at many different time points to create curves, but if we want to get a good handle on the energy potential in feeds, we need to take a total digestible nutrients approach.  (9:31)Dr. Goeser feels there are more similarities between laboratories in quantifying fiber digestion potential, but there is little agreement among labs for starch digestion. Research shows that seven hour starch digestion is dramatically affected by laboratory technique and starch digestion curves also vary widely among labs. Dr. Overton commends the lab for diligently working to understand these dynamics. (14:31)From a fiber standpoint, Dr. Kozlowsk states that uNDF has probably been one of the most significant improvements in the tools he has to work with. He gives an example of cows on a 45% forage diet in the Southeast and cows on a 60% forage diet in the Northeast, both with similar uNDF concentrations. Those two groups of cows perform very similarly in terms of volume, fat and protein. (18:43)Dr. Overton asks both guests for their take on feed hygiene. Dr. Goeser feels that there is at least 10 times more to learn about feed hygiene compared to fiber and starch digestibility. Merging veterinary diagnostics with commercial nutrition laboratory work shows promise for solving undesirable mold, yeast, mycotoxin and bacteria issues in feeds. In case studies, he states there is never just one issue at play; there are two or three that may have negative associative effects with one another. Dr. Kozlowski has been seeing varietal-dependent corn silage DON toxin levels in the last few years. Dairies are now looking at all aspects of the agronomy program in addition to all the other assessments of NDF digestibility and starch. (20:33)Dr. Goeser goes on to describe some work on large dairies where they're finding hidden nutrient variation and starch and protein flux that happens within a 1-2 week period that we aren't able to capture with our current sampling techniques. For dairies feeding 2,000-15,000 cows, a diet formulation is on point today, but within that 1-2 week period at the volume of feed they're going through, the diet is now out of spec. However, it's not so out of line that the cows are giving feedback in terms of components or deviation in production or intake. (30:08)On the cow side, new technologies like SCR are allowing insights into rumination dynamics, which can be applied to feed formulation. Some silage choppers now have NIR units measuring silage quality during harvest. The panelists discuss what other technologies might be on the horizon, including on-farm NIR units on front-end loaders or mixer trucks. Dr. Goeser mentions some of the challenges with these technologies, including feed moisture levels interfering with equipment and lack of trust in technologies. (34:21)The panelists close out the episode with their take-home messages. (42:03)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

Wild mustard and cow parsnip are two edible plants hiding in plain sight—and they're packed with flavor, nutrition, and foraging value. In this Year of Plenty Podcast episode, expert forager Orion Aon of Forage Colorado breaks down how to identify, harvest, and use both plants.What you'll learn in this episode:How to identify wild mustard plants and cow parsnip in the wildKey lookalikes to watch for when foraging mustard or cow parsnipWhere wild mustard and cow parsnip grow in North AmericaCulinary uses of cow parsnip and wild mustardHow to make mustard from wild foraged mustard seedsUse code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Episode on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WygFd1baSHUSupport the podcast via Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/X: https://x.com/yearofplentypodI want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RConnect with Forage Colorado:https://www.instagram.com/foragecolorado/https://www.foragecolorado.com/

After Chris' report this week on the Kite Podcast, Will and Ben bring you a timely spring update, joined by Kite Consultant Marcus Doig and Cumbrian dairy farmer Paddy Morris-Eyton. They share insights into the potential long-term effects of this spring's weather on forage and milk flows, they also discuss the impact of recent market fluctuations, including milk price feed price ratio and the ongoing demand for beef on breeding strategies for dairy farmers. The conversation delves into the current state of grass growth across various regions, the challenges posed by dry conditions and the implications for farm management as we move deeper into the season.Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

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Many horse owners focus on choosing the best hay, grain, or supplements, but research shows that when you feed can also impact how well your horse utilizes protein and amino acids.On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr and guest Dr. Sara Mastellar, equine nutrition researcher and professor at Ohio State ATI, break down her research on meal frequency and protein metabolism in horses, including:The difference between “just feeding protein” vs. ensuring your horse gets the right amino acidsWhy feeding multiple meals a day can improve your horse's nutrient absorptionSimple, practical ways to adjust your horse's feeding routine for better healthAs Dr. Mastellar mentions, “Observation is central to good horsemanship.” If you've ever wondered whether your feeding schedule is truly working for your horse, this is an episode you don't want to miss!

Description:Parker Olson started PodPitch - an AI-powered tool that simplifies outreach for podcast bookings - with no coding experience. Within a year, that company generates 6-figures in monthly reoccurring revenue. And the best part? Parker believes that you can do the same, as long as you can recognize this one thing  . . .In this episode, Parker shares the strategy that he used to identify a niche market, the sales questions he asked during his product launch, and the importance of learning from your failures as an entrepreneur.He also breaks down why bootstrapping gave him more control than traditional business funding, how to get customer retention, and the importance of tracking key metrics in your business. For all aspiring entrepreneurs out there, Parker's insight will change your perspective on sales and product development.Takeaways:- Parker invested his life savings to learn about making money online.- His Twitter account grew to 750,000 followers through strategic content and retweets.- Living in a tent for two years taught him perseverance and focus.- The Forage experience highlighted the importance of a viable business model.- Pod Pitch was born from the need for efficient podcast guest outreach.- Sales techniques are crucial for understanding customer needs.- Asking customers to pay on the spot reveals true interest.- Building a business requires both grit and a sound financial model.- Networking and outreach are key to finding new customers.- Learning from failures is essential for future success. Asking the right questions can shift business direction.- Bootstrapping can lead to more control and quicker decisions.- Understanding your funding approach is crucial for success.- Profitability can take time, even for high-revenue businesses.- Entrepreneurship requires a realistic understanding of challenges.- Effective customer acquisition is key to growth.- Identifying pain points is essential for product-market fit.- Metrics guide informed decision-making in business.- Experimentation is vital in discovering effective marketing channels.- Founders should leverage social media for genuine connections.Tags: Podcasting, Niche Markets, Product Launch, Customer Retention, Business funding, Product DevelopmentResources:- Start Your Business Today:  ⁠https://links.upflip.com/44g3N3T- Connect with Parker: https://www.instagram.com/parkerolson_/?hl=en

Ofek Lavian is the Co-founder and CEO of Forage, the mission driven payments company.This is a special episode, because I'm an investor in Forage, and Ofek shares everything he's learned building the company. We go deep on food stamps, also known as EBT or SNAP, the government program that provides over $200 billion dollars per year in benefits that help 42 million low income Americans buy food.Our conversation gets into lessons from Ofek's time leading payments teams at Uber and Instacart, building Instacart's EBT program up to 40 employees and 10% of its total revenue, and why Ofek is so passionate about helping low income Americans.We get into the history of food stamps, market dynamics that led to low online adoption, the days Ofek thought Forage might not make it all the way to now working with the biggest players in online grocery, like Uber and DoorDash, and the long-term opportunity Forage has to build the rails the government uses to distribute trillions of dollars of restricted consumer benefits.Thanks to Numeral for supporting this episode, the end-to-end platform for sales tax and compliance. Try it here: https://bit.ly/NumeralThePeelTimestamps:(4:53) Forage: Helping 42m Americans buy food(5:24) History of food stamps & EBT(9:26) Growing up as an immigrant family with low food access(11:39) 90% of EBT recipients are elderly, disabled, or working parents(12:39) How Forage sells revenue to its customers(14:15) Building Instacart's EBT program during COVID(18:25) Why no one built an EBT payments product(22:13) Joining Forage as a Co-founder(25:01) Why government payments are so hard(30:25) Growing 15x in six months(33:52) Underdiscussed mental health challenges of startups(37:06) How the political environment impacts EBT(43:20) Why Forage charges more than competitors(45:58) Seasonality in EBT spend(46:59) Why early investors passed on Forage(48:10) The trillion dollar opportunity in restricted payments(50:56) “ There's no single idea that has destroyed more business value on planet Earth than the idea that micromanagement is bad.”(54:45) Why Forage doesn't care about job titles(58:51) Lessons backpacking across 28 countries after college(1:02:09) How to travel on a budget(1:04:24) Importance of health(1:06:15) Saving a friends life on Mount EverestReferencedForage: https://www.joinforage.com/Ofek's viral tweet: https://x.com/OfekLavian/status/1766950034581700697Follow OfekTwitter: https://x.com/OfekLavianLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ofeklavian/Follow TurnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerNovakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnernovakSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week: https://www.thespl.it/

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 294 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming From the Armchair Knitting in Passing In my Travels Events Contest, News & Notes Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Stitched by Jessalu Find Stitched by Jessalu at the Fiber Witch Festival Marketplace: April 12-13 in Salem, MA. The Market is 11a-5p Sat & Sunday and market tickets are still available. Pre-purchase or tickets will be available at the door for either day. The 3-5 slot each day is free, so go find Jess and her beautiful bags there!   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Aila's Daisy Socks Yarn: On The Round Nimble Sock (85%/15% SW Merino/Nylon) in the Forage colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 & US 2 Progress: Cast on 60 sts. Worked 1x1 ribbing. Increased up to 64 sts. Switched to US 2 needles for colorwork.  Then decreased back to 60 sts shortly after, a few rows later back to 56 sts. Knit about 2 inches before turning the heels.   How Time Flies Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the How Time Flies Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the yarn- cream base with pink, green. January 2024 Yarnable Colorway: Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Cold Goat Farm Spinning Project Fiber: Cold Goats Farm; believe it is a merino/mohair batt (8oz) in a natural, undyed cream color Ravelry Project Page Twist direction: singles = Z plied = S This means when I'm spinning, my wheel is spinning clockwise and when plying my wheel is moving counter-clockwise. Progress: 3rd bobbin done and onto the 4th. This is the batt that never ends!   Calendula Christmas Quilt Pattern: Calendula Quilt by Elena Fedotova available on Ravelry for $7.50 US. Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids in Ivory, Deep Red, Varsity Green, Aqua, Medium Rose, Gray Hook:  G (4.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page granny squares- 1 color or 2 (colors on each half a diagonal) I used Canva to help me figure out color placement to extend out the quilt pattern. I am seaming squares using the Mattress Stitch. I started working on this after being inspired by NDJen04's video about her scrappy blanket- you can find that find on YouTube. I had the 2 color (on the diagonal) granny square memorized but totally forgot how to do those. Here's a helpful video I found that helped refresh my memory. Goal: 6 per week Progress: I am still ahead of schedule!   Some Bunny Loves You Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the Some Bunny Loves You Colorway (Yarnable April 2023 colorway) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page About the colorway- cream base with speckles of purple, blue, rust. Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link   Inclinations Cowl Inclinations Cowl by Andrea Mowry ($7.00 Knitting Pattern available on Ravelry & her website. Needles: US 2 (2.75 mm) Yarn: 2 skeins of handspun Color A: Fiber Addict Designs 100% Merino in the Wild Plum Colorway- Ravelry link. Color B: Candombe, I think the fiber is from Malabrigo- Ravelry link. My Ravelry Project Page Living in my FearLESS Living Fund bag from Stitched by Jessalu. Bags are still available! Check them out.   Dinosaur T-Rex and Pterodactyl Pattern: Dinosaur T-Rex and Pterodactyl by Anita Suriaa- $5.99 crochet pattern on Ravelry Yarn: Knit Picks Brava Worsted Hook: 2.5 mm Progress: I've made T-Rex head and body.   Brainstorming   T Jaik flower crochet patterns- check them out on Ravelry. They are so realistic I didn't think they were actually crochet photos! Teddy Bear Eyeglasses holder by Tanya Naser-  free crochet pattern available on Ravelry. Eme's Very Hungry Caterpillar Socks   From the Armchair The Crash by Freida McFadden.  Amazon Affiliate Link. Colored Television by Danzy Senna.  Amazon Affiliate Link. I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai. Amazon Affilitate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Knitting in Passing On Wed night before music rehearsal Megg asked me to help her cast on a Love Bug with Bernat Blanket to practice for school. (free crochet pattern on Ravelry). Yarn has a lot of twist, got all tangly and we stayed after to untangle it together while other cast members performed on stage. On the first night of rehearsal one of my cast-mates asked about my knitting and through that conversation we figured out we've worked together before. She was the choreographer when I was in a production of Crazy for You at a local community college when I was in high school. I wore my Aurealis sweater (Ravelry Project Page) one night to music rehearsal and my friend Deana complimented it and I told her I knit it! Laura's sock drawer! How gorgeous is this?   In My Travels Vegas trip for BOSS Reseller Remix & FearLESS Living Fund 2025 Awards We gave away 2 $5,000 scholarships Mom's friend Crystal got a fearless tattoo on her arm. We enjoyed visiting the Sphere to see the Postcards from Earth documentary. We checked out the Bellagio Conservatory for their beautiful display of Easter decor/flowers. Knitting at craps table with Jeff. The manager told me he doesn't see many firsts anymore but I was the first person he'd ever seen knitting in a casino before. He came back a few minutes later asking what I was making- definitely intrigued. It took until the last day- walking through New York New York to find Wizard of Oz slots Mom loved best. It was obviously a bittersweet trip. Ryan Wilson said it best when he said before talking about 2 winners- in some ways this is the most important year because its the first one without Mom and we're still doing it. If you want to see the awards presentation, here's a link to video on my YouTube channel.   Boston Public Market Fiber Fest- Sunday March 23 from 10a-5p. Free Admission Megg, Riley and I went in the morning. Riley wore her crocheted flowered top (Ravelry Project Page). I wore my Aurealis (Ravelry Project Page)- finally got good FO photos for my Project Pages. I purchased punch needle coasters for my car cup holders from Gina the Botina We also purchased mini skeins from 2 makers- that I sent home with Riley East Coast Yarn Co Wild Violet Fibers Riley picked out a delicious cinnamon roll from Union Square Donuts that we shared. Megg got some cute crafty projects for her kids for Easter/graduations.   Events   Fiber Marketplace- April 5th at the Union Bluff Hotel in York, Maine (kick off party on the 4th at the Yarn Sellar store) Fiber Witch Festival: April 11-13 in Salem, MA Gore Place Sheep Sheering Festival- Saturday April 26 from 10a-5p in Waltham, MA. Connecticut Sheep & Wool: Saturday April 26 from 9a-4p in North Haven, CT Yarncentrick: May 2 in Fredrick, MD Maryland Sheep & Wool: May 3 & 4 in West Friendship, MD New Hampshire Sheep and Wool:  May 10-11 in Deerfield, NH Sheep & Wool Festival at Coggeshall Farm: May 17 in Bristol, RI Massachusetts Sheep & Wool Festival- May 24 & 25 in Cummington, MA   Contest, News & Notes   I heard about GoSadi in Vogue Knitting email. Have you heard of it?   Ask Me Anything Instagram- Knitbakecook- Do you ever have crafting slumps? If so, how do you overcome them? Yes! Sometimes it helps just to lean into that, don't pressure yourself and then lean back in when you get the urge. More often, what works best is to start something new (or pick back up something that is exciting you). Ideally something small like a hat or a toy so you get that dopamine hit of finishing something fun to get those creative juices flowing. Search your Ravelry favorite or queue, browse Instagram or Pinterest and let yourself day dream a little. Creative time should be fun so find the fun and you'll be excited to get back into things. Instagram- ndoyal- When are you coming to the PNW?! I am planning to go to Flock in August. Instagram- nukerklein- Have you been or are you planning to go to VT Sheep & Wool in the fall? This year it's October 4-5 (Dad's birthday- so likely not this year) Check out this vlog from 2024 trip to VT Sheep & Wool. NDoyal- Dates for Splash Pad Sunday June 1 through Thursday July 31st. Would folks be interested if we did Zoom events Sunday 6/1?   On a Happy Note St. Patrick's Day at my cousin's. Emelie "cutting" my hair. Lea made us acrylic pieces with Mom's funeral flowers in them. Keychain, bottle opener and bookmark Riley sleepover- Sample sale (bought matching PJs). Silly pics in the closet before bed. Ushering for Rent at The Company Theatre. Addams Family Musical and Lolita with Megg Dinner with Liz My favorite massage therapist is back at Massage Envy Bike riding with Dan Dinner out at a local Italian place for a friend's birthday. Thrifting and finally watching Kiss Me Kate (movie) with Megg   Quote of the Week One of the pleasures of getting older is that one can get so much nearer to one's own people, and that the dear ones of them become dearer all the time. –Willa Cather   ------ Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

***Complete our short survey by Tuesday, April 8, 2025 to be entered for a chance to win Standlee free product coupons and some fun Standlee swag – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/btb2025podcast_______________________________On this episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss the importance of feeding horses consistently, including:How horses are impacted if the feeding schedule changesThe risks of quickly or unexpectedly changing a horse's dietThe MAIN sign that an inconsistent diet is negatively affecting a horse's gut healthConsistency is key when it comes to feeding horses, from feeding schedule, to the position of how a horse eats, to the ingredients fed. A steady routine helps minimize digestive issues that can disrupt your horse's health and your wallet. In this episode, we explore why consistency matters and how simple adjustments can prevent costly problems.Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com_______________________________Scientific references – ~2:34 – The Effect of an Irregular Feeding Schedule on Equine Behavior - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/335680982_The_Effect_of_an_Irregular_Feeding_Schedule_on_Equine_Behavior~5:21 – Ep. 034: Your Horse's Digestive System – How It Works & How It Can Fail - https://www.standleeforage.com/podcast/episodes/ep-034-your-horses-digestion-system-how-it-works-how-it-can-fail/~7:48 – Ep. 024: Why Horses Need to Be Fed Differently During Winter - https://www.standleeforage.com/podcast/episodes/ep-024-why-horses-need-to-be-fed-differently-during-winter/~23:19 – Ep. 065: What Can Happen If Horses Don't Drink Enough Water - https://www.standleeforage.com/podcast/episodes/ep-065-what-can-happen-if-horses-dont-drink-enough-water/_______________________________*Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.*_______________________________ Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our co-hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from Dr. Stephen Duren and Dr. Tania Cubitt at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

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From a preparedness standpoint, knowing how to identify and properly harvest and prepare wild edibles means you'll be able to feed yourself (and your family) if ever the need arises. In this podcast interview, Whitney (The Appalachian Forager) and I are discussing some common foraging basics to keep you safe, as well as some basic mushroom identification tips you'll want to study before you go out foraging. Harvest to Table Magazine (get your copy here): https://melissaknorris.com/magazine Whitney's book, Go Forth and Forage: https://geni.us/GoForthandForage For more information and any links mentioned in today's podcast, visit https://melissaknorris.com/462    

In a new conversation, Jimmy Chen, founder/CEO of Propel and Ofek Lavian, founder/CEO of Forage, return to discuss current trends in using technology to ensure more people can access government food benefits. “As of January 27, 2025, at least, our plan is to continue to invest in the things that we have confidence that are not going to change over the 20-, 30-, 40-year time horizon, while we stay nimble and adapt to what might change in the next few weeks or months,” says Chen. “EBT funding is influenced significantly because of macroeconomics, probably to a greater extent than the actual policies of the administration of the White House,” Lavian predicts. Listen to hear about the latest technology trends.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Thank you for tuning in to Episode 293 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website.   This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins From the Armchair Knitting in Passing KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsor- The Yarn Sellar. Fiber Marketplace 2025- SATURDAY APRIL 5 , 2025 from 10-3pm at the Union Bluff Hotel 8 Beach Street, York Beach Maine 207-363-1333. Join us for a fun-filled party on Friday, April 4th from 5:30-7:00 Andra Asars (Berroco rep) will be hosting our event. Tickets are on sale in the shop and our online shop. You may win a prize. $25 (only 25 tickets)   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Aurealis Pattern: Aurealis by Jennifer Steingass ($8 US Ravelry Knitting Pattern) Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) & US 4 (3.5 mm) Yarn: Cloudborn Fibers Highland DK in the Gray Heather colorway (MC) & Junction Fiber Mill Making Tracks DK in the Vermont Vice colorway (CC) Ravelry Project Page Size: C Mods: Bottom ribbing- 2x2 instead of 1x1. Ribbing on sleeves is also 2x2   Love Bugs Pattern: Love Bug by Trish Hoskin (free crochet pattern on Ravelry) Hook: C- 2.75 mm Yarn: Knit Picks Felici Worsted & Knit Picks Brava Worsted Ravelry Project Page   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Ebb & Flow Socks Yarn: Woolens & Nosh SW Targhee Sock in the Ebb & Flow colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page Progress: first sock done. I cast on the second.   Cold Goat Farm Spinning Project Fiber: Cold Goats Farm; believe it is a merino/mohair batt (8oz) in a natural, undyed cream color Ravelry Project Page Twist direction: singles = Z plied = S This means when I'm spinning, my wheel is spinning clockwise and when plying my wheel is moving counter-clockwise. Progress: Nearly finished with my 3rd bobbin of fiber   Calendula Christmas Quilt Pattern: Calendula Quilt by Elena Fedotova available on Ravelry for $7.50 US. Yarn: Big Twist Value Solids in Ivory, Deep Red, Varsity Green, Aqua, Medium Rose, Gray Hook:  G (4.0 mm) Ravelry Project Page granny squares- 1 color or 2 (colors on each half a diagonal) I used Canva to help me figure out color placement to extend out the quilt pattern. I am seaming squares using the Mattress Stitch. I started working on this after being inspired by NDJen04's video about her scrappy blanket- you can find that find on YouTube. I had the 2 color (on the diagonal) granny square memorized but totally forgot how to do those. Here's a helpful video I found that helped refresh my memory. Goal: 6 per week Crocheted 7 last week.   Aila's Daisy Socks Yarn: On The Round Nimble Sock (85%/15% SW Merino/Nylon) in the Forage colorway Pattern: None (will likely use OMG heel) Needles: US 1.5 & US 2 Ravelry Project Page I cast on 60 sts. Worked 1x1 ribbing and daisy pattern I charted out using US 1.5 needles. Way too tight. In listening to another podcast, I was reminded that going up a needle size may help. Reknit colorwork section with US 2. Too tight. Washed and blocked to be sure AND to see if I liked the fabric with a US 2. I do. Increased up to 64 sts. Used US 2 for colorwork. Then decreased back to 60 sts shortly after, a few rows later back to 56 sts. Knit about 2 inches.   Adrift on an Inland Sea Socks Yarn: Woolens & Nosh SW Targhee Sock in the Adrift on an Inland Sea Socks colorway Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Ravelry Project Page   From the Armchair The Secret History by Donna Tartt.  Amazon Affiliate Link. How to Stop Time by Matt Haig.  Amazon Affiliate Link. The God of the Woods by Liz Moore.  Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Knitting in Passing Annissa from The Stitch House sat down next to me on train and asked about knitting. It was great catching up with her.   KAL News All Pigskin Grand Prize Winners have been emailed.   Events Boston Public Market Fiber Fest- Sunday March 23 from 10a-5p. Free Admission Fiber Marketplace- April 5th at the Union Bluff Hotel in York, Maine (kick off party on the 4th at the Yarn Sellar store) Fiber Witch Festival: April 11-13 in Salem, MA Gore Place Sheep Sheering Festival- Saturday April 26 from 10a-5p in Waltham, MA. Connecticut Sheep & Wool: Saturday April 26 from 9a-4p in North Haven, CT Yarncentrick: May 2 in Fredrick, MD Maryland Sheep & Wool: May 3 & 4 in West Friendship, MD Sheep & Wool Festival at Coggeshall Farm: May 17 in Bristol, RI Massachusetts Sheep & Wool Festival- May 24 & 25 in Cummington, MA   Contest, News & Notes   Stitched by Jessalu FearLESS Living Fund Bags have raised $194! You can find the bags here & 30% of the sales go towards the FearLESS Living Fund!   Life in Focus   25 in 2025 List- I've made progress on these items Donate Blood at least 4 times (1 in January) Buy new ski boots- DONE Record 2-5 things I'm grateful for each day before bed (more days than not counts) Read all of Simple Abundance (ideally daily or close to) Get at least 2 massages at Oasis scheduled See 2-5 movies in the theater (Paddington in Peru) Knit 2-5 garments for me (Aurealis & WIP- Monsoonee Sweaters) Finish and enjoy my Christmas Granny Square Blanket Crochet at least 5 toys (1: hedgehog, 2 love bugs) Use my spinning wheel at least once a month (Jan & Feb, March done) Try out 3 new to me podcasts (Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend) Buy a fireproof box and put important papers inside (working with Dan on list of things to put in it)   On a Happy Note A luxurious mani/pedi Dinner with my cousins down in Plymouth. A lovely visit with my grandmother- got her TV working so she could watch the Red Sox again. Pushing outside of my comfort zones in music rehearsals for Kiss Me Kate, but really enjoying the dancing. 2 hours of tap on Sunday! Loved every second. I went to dinner and to see a local production of Rent on Friday evening. My all time favorite show. Season 2 of Silo on Apple TV Paradise on Hulu   Quote of the Week   I cannot think of myself apart from the influence of the two or three greatest friendships of my life, and any account of my own growth must be that of their stimulating and enlightening influence.   –Edith Wharton ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link FearLESS Living Fund to benefit the Blind Center of Nevada Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.  

In this episode Scott talks about the recently completed Rob-See-Co Forage Book, how you can use it to confidently select products, and why it demonstrates RSC's commitment to forage.

***Complete our short survey by Tuesday, April 8, 2025 to be entered for a chance to win Standlee free product coupons and some fun Standlee swag – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/btb2025podcast_______________________________On this episode, co-host Katy Starr and guest Sarah Dean, the incredible artist behind Sarah Dean Arts, discuss her journey as an equine artist, including:How her real-life experience with horses brings authenticity to her artThe struggles she's faced with marketing her art on social media and how she's built a thriving followingHow one unfinished painting changed EVERYTHING about her futureFrom crayons in childhood to oil paintings in her studio today, Sarah's passion for horses and art has remained the same. The challenges she's faced along the way have only made her more determined, proving that resilience is just as important as talent.Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com_______________________________*Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.*_______________________________Connect with Sarah on social platforms and her website – Instagram - @sarahdeanartsFacebook - @sarahdeanartsTikTok - @sarah-dean-artYouTube - @sarahdeanartsWebsitePurchase her (and her horse Cheesecake's!) favorite Standlee product here Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our co-hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from Dr. Stephen Duren and Dr. Tania Cubitt at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

On this BONUS episode, co-hosts Dr. Tania Cubitt and Katy Starr discuss the benefits of supplementing a horse's current diet with high quality hay, including:What is a supplement?How to improve a horse's diet by improving the fiber portion, which makes up the majority of what they eatWhat feed changes have the GREATEST impact on horses needing a low sugar and starch diet?We also introduce the Supplement on Standlee Feed Trial. Tune in to learn more and how to participate for your chance to win a PALLET of Standlee pellets or cubes!Have a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.com_______________________________*Views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the view of Standlee Premium Products, LLC.*_______________________________Supplement on Standlee Feed Trial Details:When you register – You'll get a Buy 2, Get 1 Free coupon (redemption valid only during trial dates) for pellet and cube products, including Smart Carb and Forage Plus Gastric SupportRequirements – Submit before and after images and product testimonial after using product for 30 daysFollowing submission - Will receive coupon for two free Standlee pellet or cube products and be entered into a grand prize giveaway for a pallet of free Standlee product (limited to any pellet or cube product)Trial runs from March 1st through April 30, 2025Final testimonial submission due May 31, 2025This is limited to the first 2,500 participants who sign-up, so go register now! One coupon per person. Coupons have a maximum redemption value of $23.99 per product.Considerations when participating:To minimize digestive upset, feeding changes should occur over a 7-14 day period. If your horse is transitioning from a winter season hay diet as their main fiber source to spring pasture, many horses experience transient diarrhea. Standlee recommends consulting with your veterinarian or nutritionist when making changes to your feeding program.Learn more here and sign-up here: https://www.standleeforage.com/promotions/supplement-on-standlee/ Love the podcast? Leave a rating and review on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/.../beyond-the-barn/id1541221306Leave a rating on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/3dmftQmwLKDQNueUcCJBZaHave a topic idea or feedback to share? We want to connect with you! Email podcast@standlee.comShare our podcast and learn more about our co-hosts at our Beyond the Barn podcast pageSUBSCRIBE to the Beyond the Barn podcast email to be an exclusive insider!Find us on Apple, Spotify or Google Podcasts and SUBSCRIBE, so you never miss an episode._______________________________Check out the Standlee Barn Bulletin BlogFind more nutritional resources from Dr. Stephen Duren and Dr. Tania Cubitt at https://www.standleeforage.com/nutrition/ Connect with Standlee on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok

In times of limited forage, dairy producers may need to feed diets lower in forage than is typical but would like to maintain milk production. In this study, two diets similar in neutral detergent fiber (NDF), starch, and crude protein with different amounts of forage were fed to 32 mid-lactation Holstein cows in a crossover design. The control diet (CON) contained high forage (55.5% of diet dry matter) with no supplemental fatty acids or amino acids. The low-forage diet (LF) contained 36.6% forage along with supplemental fat and rumen-protected methionine and lysine. As forage was removed from the LF diet, it was replaced with byproducts and high-moisture corn was replaced with dry corn. (4:42)Dr. Lock added fat and amino acid supplements to the LF diet to not lose milk production. The fat supplement was a palmitic-acid-rich prill. Dr. Lock does not think the response would have been the same if a different fat supplement had been used. The LF diet was higher in fat and palmitic acid, but most other fatty acids were fairly similar between the two diets. (16:25)Milk yields were similar between the two diets. Cows on the LF diet consumed about 1 kg more dry matter each day than CON-fed cows. Cows fed the LF diet also had higher milk fat and milk protein yields and content which led to an approximately 2 kg increase in energy-corrected milk compared to cows fed the CON diet. Dr. Lock believes the fat and amino acid supplementation were a key part of achieving these results, and they would not have seen the same response if those supplements had not been added to the LF diet. The LF diet spared around 5.5-6 kg of forage per day, and cows gained body condition.  (22:03)Dr. Weiss asks Dr. Lock to speculate if low-forage diets fed for longer periods would have negative health impacts. Dr. Lock feels that usually production would be negatively impacted by cow health issues, which was not the case here. However, if high-moisture corn had been used in the LF diet, he predicts they would have seen negative impacts. (27:18)What about low-forage diets for early lactation cows? Dr. Lock suggests looking at diets in other parts of the world where forage is limited and see how dairy producers manage diets in those instances. He speculates that lower forage could be successfully implemented in early lactation cows after the fresh period. (31:09)Dr. Weiss and Dr. Lock discuss the apparent improved digestibility of the LF diet given the increased production. While byproduct ingredients are often more fermentable in vitro, the results don't always translate in vivo. Palmitic acid supplementation has been shown to improve fiber digestibility, so that may have happened in this experiment. (32:12)On the protein side, we've moved away from talking about crude protein in the diet and toward amino acid concentrations. Dr. Lock would like to see the same trend in the industry for fat in the diet. A good leap was made recently from ether extract to total fatty acids, and he hopes to see individual fatty acids as the next step in that evolution. He recommends two questions be asked when considering a new fatty acid supplement. What is the fatty acid profile? What is the total fat content? The appropriate fatty acid profile is going to depend on the basal diet and what type of cow is being fed. Dr. Lock's preference is a palmitic: oleic acid blend around 70:20 or 60:30 early in lactation, with a higher palmitic blend later in lactation. He expects the current work with different oilseeds to provide some good recommendations for feed ingredients to incorporate to increase dietary fat.  (35:53)As genetics continue to improve and nutrient requirements of cows continue to increase, is it conceivable that someday we are going to purposefully decrease fiber in the diet? While that may be the case, Dr. Lock reminds listeners that about half of milk fat comes from acetate and butyrate produced in the rumen, so fiber is still going to be critical. While we may lower the forage in a diet, forage quality is going to remain very important. (39:45)The panel wraps up with their take-home messages from this paper. Clay looks forward to more research with a factorial design to further evaluate low-forage diets. Dr. Weiss reminds listeners there's no one recipe for diets to achieve high yields of milk components. Lastly, Dr. Lock is excited about the future of research in this area and refining diet formulation in the area of fat supplementation. (43:21)You can find this episode's journal club paper from JDS Communications here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666910223001084Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

Curious about foraging but not sure where to begin? In this episode, I chat with Whitney of Appalachian Forager about the essentials of starting your foraging journey, including how to get started foraging, how to safely identify wild mushrooms, best practices for preparing them, and tips for preserving your harvest. Whether you're a beginner or looking to deepen your connection with the wild, Whitney is a wealth of wisdom!Podcast Episode HighlightsBeginner tips for people new to foragingTrusted resources for foragingBest tips for starting to forage for mushroomsMost lethal mushrooms in the U.S.The best mushroom to forage firstSeasons, weather, and mushroom foragingTerrain and locations for mushroom foragingThe window of time for mushroom foragingForaging in suburban and urban areasEthics, sustainability, and foragingPreserving and preparing mushrooms Final thoughts and tips from WhitneyResources Mentioned in This Podcast Episode:Learn more about Air Doctor here: airdoctorpro.comUse code HOMESTEAD to save up to $300 on your air doctor systemLearn more about Whitney here: https://appalachianforager.com/home and check out her Instagram account here: https://www.instagram.com/appalachian_forager/Check out Whitney's new book Go Forth and Forage here: https://amzn.to/4hmkmiqOTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR YOUR HOMESTEAD: Sign up for weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter Get my free homesteading tutorials & recipes here: www.theprairiehomestead.com Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!