Podcasts about Moos

+++Reerdigungen bekommen gute Umweltnoten+++Helden sehen macht sozialer+++Gluten ist besser als sein Ruf+++**********Weiterführende Quellen zu dieser Folge:Wissenschaftler| Reerdigung bleibt unbedenklich für Mensch und UmweltRollenmodell| Helden sehen macht uns zu besseren MenschenGlutenunverträglichkeit|...hat nicht immer mit Gluten zu tunWiderstandsfähigkeit|Moos überlebt auch im AllStudie| E-Autos auch für längere StreckenAlle Quellen findet ihr hier.**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .

Brad recaps a fall road trip with the Minnesota dairy extension team to South Dakota's rapidly growing I-29 dairy corridor, highlighting what innovative farms are doing to boost efficiency, cow health, and profitability. Along the way, they tour the Bel Brands plant in Brookings, where milk from about 10,000 cows a day is turned into those familiar Babybel snack cheeses, and hear how the plant's demand for high-protein milk is shaping local production.On the farm visits, Brad digs into why one 1,700-cow dairy is ripping out a barn full of robots after just a few years—citing software headaches, maintenance demands, and an extra dollar per hundredweight in cost—and how they're using strict 5-minute milking times and strong beef-on-dairy markets to stay competitive. He then visits a Holstein dairy using parlor timers, FutureCow brushes, genomic testing, Akushi (red Wagyu) beef-on-dairy crosses, intensive calf biosecurity, and a Danish SKOV ventilation system to keep big groups of calves healthy.The final stop is a 6,000-cow Jersey herd proving Jerseys can be successfully raised in northern climates. Brad shares how they use SenseHub tags on calves from birth, IVF and embryo work for high-value Jersey genetics, fresh-heifer mastitis prevention strategies in recycled bedding systems, and clever pen redesigns to add bunk space.In this episode, you'll hear about:Why one large dairy abandoned milking robots for a parlorHow timers in the parlor are being used to speed up milking and labor efficiencyBeef-on-dairy strategies, from Angus to Akushi crosses and premium Texas marketsNew approaches to calf housing, ventilation, and biosecurityUsing precision technology and genomic data to guide breeding and health decisionsPractical ideas Brad wants to bring home to the U of M dairy, from boot disinfectant to fresh-heifer dry treatmentQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In keinem anderen Bereich gewinnt unser Land in internationalen und Schweizer Wettbewerben so viele Medaillen wie in der Berufsbildung. Trotzdem gilt die Berufsbildung im Vergleich zu den Gymnasien nach wie vor als zweite Klasse. Das erstaunt. Denn unsere Forschungsstudien zu den SwissSkills („Schweizer Berufsmeisterschaften“) machen eines klar: Wer dort – oder gar an den internationalen Berufsmeisterschaften „WorldSkills“ - eine Medaille gewinnt, hat eine Berufskarriere auf sicher. Perfekt organisiert von Karin Anderhalden und Victor Steiner, den beiden Leitenden der Grundacherschule Sarnen, ging im Berufs- und Bildungszentrum BWZ mit 135 Teilnehmenden der letzte Podcast „Education to go“ über die Bühne. Nach einem Referat von Margrit Stamm folgte das Podium zwischen Christian Schäli, Bildungsdirektor des Kantons Obwalden und Präsident des Stiftungsrats SwissSkills und Margrit Stamm, moderiert von Dominic Dillier. Im weiteren Programm kamen junge Berufstalente zu Wort, die alle eine Medaille (oder mehrere Medaillen) gewonnen haben: der Koch Martin Amstutz, die Polygrafin Viviane von Moos, der Dachdecker Simon Amrein und die Bäckerin Sonja Durrer. Den abschliessenden dritten Teil bildete das Podium mit Gästen aus Wirtschaft, Bildung und Politik. Hier können Sie die beiden Aufzeichnungen des ersten und zweiten Podiums hören. Education to Go Konzeption: Margrit Stamm & Buero GDL. Redaktion: Dominic Dillier & Margrit Stamm Layout: Dominic Dillier & Buero GDL Bild: cic Grafik: Orkan Design gmbh Weitere Informationen: www.margritstamm.ch / www.buerogdl.ch © 2025 Margrit Stamm / Education to go

Brad recaps his trip to dairy farms in the Netherlands and Germany, where robotics, crossbreeding, and creative manure and energy management are everywhere — even on small farms. He visited farms using Lely robots, grass/rye silage-based diets, and small-scale digesters that capture manure methane. Crossbreeding (Holstein × Montbéliarde × Viking Red) is common, driven by goals of longevity, health, and reducing inbreeding.He also saw some surprising management choices: dry cows fed only straw for 60 days (reportedly reducing metabolic issues) and one advisor recommending farmers don't clean calf pens to preserve the microbiome — a concept Brad remains skeptical about.At a dairy technology show and breeding conference, Brad shared research on feed efficiency and methane emissions and learned how European breeders are incorporating resilience and efficiency traits into genetic programs. Overall, Europe's dairy farms showed strong use of technology, a focus on components and longevity, and serious interest in crossbreeding as a labor- and health-saving strategy.Hybrid Genetics YouTube Channel to learn more about some of these FarmsQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Andreas Renz war über viele Jahre eine prägende & erfolgreiche Persönlichkeit im deutschen Eishockey. Er galt als unkaputtbar und war bekannt als der „Eisen-Renz“. Er war Kapitän der deutschen Nationalmannschaft, Rekordnationalspieler und hat an Weltmeisterschaften und Olympischen Spielen teilgenommen. Zudem wurde er mit den Kölner Haien Deutscher Meister. Trotz seiner beruflichen Erfolge erlebte er ein inneres Vakuum und Selbstzweifel. Das Gefühl, nicht gut genug zu sein war bei ihm allgegenwärtig. Nach einem schweren Unfall und dem Ende seiner Karriere fand er sich in einem Doppelleben und Beziehungschaos wieder und war gezwungen, sich seinen größten Ängsten und Schatten zu stellen. In seinem Buch hat er es niedergeschrieben: „Dein härtester Gegner bist Du selbst“. Heute weiß er als Experte und Coach für Selbstfindung warum radikale Selbstliebe für uns alle der entscheidende Durchbruch ist und wie wir inneren Erfolg erreichen. Seine Mission: Menschen auf dem Weg der radikalen Selbstliebe wieder mit ihrem Herzen zu verbinden. Beim flowFEST von Max Gotzler, dem besonderen Event rund um Biohacking, Langlebigkeit und Transformation habe ich Andreas Anfang Juli 2025 auf der Bühne anmoderiert. Für diese Folge besuche ich Andreas bei ihm zu Hause in Moos am Bodensee. Wir sprechen u.a. übers Eishockey, übers Loslassen und über die Kraft der Gefühle. Links zu Andreas WhatsApp Kanal: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaY6IW57dmecU4DJHs3V Telegram Kanal: https://t.me/+qZFNhcEEqdc0MDFi Kostenloses Freebie / Give Away Online-Kurs „Dein härtester Gegner bist du selbst“: https://academy.revolution-now.de/offers/sh4ft9wj Link-Sammlung (Linktree mit allen wichtigen Links) https://academy.revolution-now.de/links Instagram https://www.instagram.com/andreasrenz_official/ Homepage https://revolution-now.de ************************************* Links zur AUF DEM WEG Family Intro-Stimme Henrike Tönnes: www.henriketoennes.de Intro/Outro-Musik Hannes Knechtges: www.instagram.com/hannes_knechtges Meine Website https://sebastian-messerschmidt.de Mein LinkedIn Profil https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianmesserschmidt/ Mein Instagram Profil https://www.instagram.com/sebastianmesserschmidt/ Bis bald auf dem Weg

In this episode, Brad is back from Europe—jetlagged but full of insights from farms and conferences in Germany and the Netherlands. He dives into one of the biggest topics he heard about abroad and at home: Inbreeding in dairy cattle.Brad explains how inbreeding occurs, what it costs farmers economically, and how inbreeding levels have climbed across all major dairy breeds—especially Holsteins and Jerseys. Drawing on recent research from Italy and data from the U.S. Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding, he outlines how increasing inbreeding negatively impacts cow survival, fertility, and long-term profitability.The discussion highlights startling trends—Holstein inbreeding has jumped from 3.7% in the mid-1990s to nearly 11% today, and some genomic bulls now exceed 16%. Brad also touches on historic bulls whose genetics still dominate today's herds, like Elevation and Highland Magic Duncan, and explores whether approaches like crossbreeding, linebreeding, or greater genetic diversity in breeding programs could help slow the trend.Brad concludes with a call to action: farmers, AI companies, and breed associations must prioritize genetic diversity now to safeguard herd health and productivity.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Mooses sanoi israelilaisille: ”Olkaa vahvoja ja rohkeita, älkää pelätkö älkääkä säikkykö noita kansoja, sillä Herra, teidän Jumalanne, kulkee teidän kanssanne. Hän ei jätä teitä yksin eikä hylkää teitä.” Mooses kutsui luokseen Joosuan ja sanoi hänelle kaikkien israelilaisten ollessa läsnä: ”Ole vahva ja rohkea. Sinä viet tämän kansan siihen maahan, jonka Herra esi-isillemme vannomallaan valalla sille lupasi, ja sinä jaat sen maan israelilaisille perinnöksi. Herra itse kulkee sinun edelläsi. Hän on sinun kanssasi, hän ei jätä sinua yksin eikä hylkää.5.Moos. 31:6–8Seurassasi on Kirsi Jokela

Volksmusik rund ums Leben und den bevorstehenden Feiertag «Allerheiligen». Am 1. November ist Allerheiligen – ein katholischer Feiertag, an dem man unter anderem an die verstorbenen Mitmenschen denkt. Und an diesem Tag startet der Komponist Joël von Moos und seine Crew auch mit der zweiten Konzertreihe seiner «Totämäss – ein schweizerdeutsches Requiem». Dieses Werk schrieb der Obwaldner Musiker für sechs Vokal-Solistinnen und Solisten, gemischten Chor, Orgel, Akkordeon und verschiedene Glocken. Das abendfüllende Werk ist vorwiegend in Schweizerdeutsch gehalten und das erste Requiem in Schweizerdeutscher Sprache überhaupt. In dieser «Fiirabigmusig» gibt es eine Vorschau auf die bevorstehenden Konzerte. Dazu auch weitere Jodellieder zum Lebensende, aber auch viele Kompositionen rund ums Thema «Leben».

Oder wie man in Russland über die neuen EU-Sanktionen denkt. Das 19. Sanktionspaket der EU, das Russland laut der EU-Kommission endgültig das Genick brechen sollte, wurde im russischen Internet zur Lachnummer, wie ein sehr pointierter russischer Artikel aufzeigt.Ein Kommentar von Thomas Röper.Als die EU das 19. Sanktionspaket verkündet hat, ist das russische Internet vor neuen Memes und Spott regelrecht explodiert, denn der EU ist nichts Besseres mehr eingefallen, als unter anderem den Export von Puzzles, Kinderspielzeug mit Motoren, Blumen, Moos, Kloschüsseln, etc. nach Russland verbieten. Auf der Seite der Medienholding des russischen Verteidigungsministeriums, auf der übrigens sehr gute Analysen veröffentlicht werden, ist ein ausgesprochen pointierter Artikel erschienen, den ich übersetzt habe, weil er ein weites Themenfeld abdeckt und weil er mit ausgesprochen spitzer Feder geschrieben wurde, was ihn – in meinen Augen – auch sehr unterhaltsam macht.BEGINN DER ÜBERSETZUNG:Ursula und die KloschüsselnNach Liz Truss und Annalena Baerbock schien das westliche politische Establishment die Welt mit nichts mehr überraschen zu können. Das war ein großer Irrtum.Europa schlagen, um Russland Angst zu machenAls Reaktion auf Wladimir Putins Aussage, die amerikanischen Sanktionen gegen Rosneft und Lukoil würden zwar gewisse Konsequenzen haben, aber „das wirtschaftliche Wohlergehen Russlands nicht wesentlich beeinträchtigen“, schlug Donald Trump vor, sechs Monate zu warten und dann, so sagte er, „sehen wir weiter“. Im Grunde empfahl er, sich mit Popcorn einzudecken, obwohl die „Nebenwirkung“ praktisch am Tag der Verkündung der Sanktionen eintrat: Der Preis für Brent-Rohöl stieg schlagartig um 5 Prozent auf 60 Dollar pro Barrel und bis Ende der Woche um 10 Prozent. Davon profitieren sowohl die amerikanischen Frackingölproduzenten als auch Trump selbst.Die Frackingölproduzenten profitieren, weil der Wohlstand der Branche vom Ölpreis abhängt. Und Trump profitiert, weil die Frackingölproduktion Arbeitsplätze garantiert – wenn nicht für Millionen von Amerikanern, dann für viele Tausende, die in einem Jahr bei den entscheidenden Zwischenwahlen die Republikanische Partei wählen werden. Und es ist nicht sicher, dass Trump die Beendigung der Kämpfe in der Ukraine „entlang der aktuellen Frontlinien“ heute wichtiger ist als die soziale Stabilität in Amerika, das ihm buchstäblich unter den Füßen brennt.Mehr noch, denn Moskau kann er damit kaum einschüchtern. Wladimir Putin machte seinem ruhelosen Gegenüber klar: „Kein Land mit Selbstachtung und kein Volk mit Selbstachtung entscheidet jemals unter Druck.“ Und Putin hält bekanntlich sein Wort.Andererseits ist Russland, gegen das schon über 28.000 Sanktionen verhängt wurden, daran gewöhnt. Es wurden schon früher Umgehungsmöglichkeiten gefunden und sie werden auch jetzt gefunden werden, denn die Wirtschaft ist vielfältig. Aber man sollte Trump nicht unterschätzen und ihn nicht als bloßen Showman abtun, der zufällig im Oval Office gelandet ist und Business mit großer Politik verwechselt. Ja, sein politischer Stil ist (gelinde gesagt) ziemlich einzigartig, aber wer guckt wegen den amerikanischen Sanktionen gegen Rosneft und Lukoil dumm aus der Wäsche?Sie werden lachen: Europa! Steigt der Ölpreis weiter, müssen europäische Unternehmen den Gürtel noch enger schnallen oder Moskau zusätzliche Grauimporte anbieten, um heimlich hinter Trumps Rücken russisches Öl und Gas zu ermäßigten Preisen zu kaufen. Sonst ist Schluss....https://apolut.net/ursula-und-die-kloschusseln-von-thomas-roper/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brad kicks off a solo episode (recorded before a trip to Germany) and turns the mic to rangeland scientist Anna Clare for a deep dive into “the solar savanna”—treating solar arrays on grasslands as functioning grazing ecosystems. She shares early results from Silicon Ranch's Cattle Tracker research on integrating cattle (not just sheep) with PV systems. Brad follows with University of Minnesota's on-farm demos: panel heights that work for cattle, heat-stress reductions, forage performance under panels, and a mobile, battery-equipped shade/solar rig. If you're curious how and when cattle can safely graze under solar, this one's packed with data and practical design tips.Key takeawaysSolar as savanna: Think of arrays as shade “canopies” over grasslands—manage them as grazing systems with soils, roots, pollinators, and large herbivores in mind.Cattle can work under PV: Moving from sheep to cattle is feasible when arrays are designed with animal size/behavior in mind.Panel height matters: In controlled mockups, animal interactions dropped 43% from 2.0→2.5 m and 59% at 3.0 m. Cattle never touched panels; most curiosity was with dampers—a design hotspot.Ecosystem wins: Under-panel zones showed higher soil moisture and lower soil temperatures, favoring cool-season grasses and legumes; regrowth dynamics can improve after grazing passes.Animal welfare benefits: UMN trials showed lower respiration rates and 0.5–1.0 °F lower internal body temperatures during hot afternoons for shaded cows—meaningfully less heat stress.Forage production holds up (or improves): Certain mixes (e.g., orchardgrass, meadow fescue; grass-legume combos) produced equal or greater biomass under panels with no drop in nutritive value.Design for cattle, not fear: After a decade of on-farm experience, Brad's team hasn't seen cattle damage panels; people and tractors are more likely risks than cows.Practical layouts: Keep inverters outside fences, route wiring high/inside racking, and allow equipment lanes; rotational grazing and (potentially) virtual fencing fit well.Innovation on wheels: A 20 kW mobile bifacial shade rig with onboard batteries can power irrigation, fencing, and even an electric tractor—bringing agrivoltaics to wherever cattle need relief.Research & projects mentionedSilicon Ranch – Cattle Tracker: multi-year cattle-PV integration study; Phase 2 is a 4.5 MW Tennessee “outdoor test lab” comparing array vs. open pasture for behavior, space use, health/performance, plus mirrored ecosystem monitoring.Comprehensive literature review (AGU Earth's Future – in press): Maps intersections among livestock–solar–land, identifies six research gaps (integration, layered ecology, modeling, best practices, social dimensions, collaborative science).UMN Morris agrivoltaics demos: Fixed-tilt arrays at 6–8 ft (1.8–2.4 m) leading edge; 0.5 MW pasture array powering campus; vertical bifacial and crop-under-PV pilots coming; EV fast charger powered by cow-shade solar.Who it's forDevelopers, ranchers, extension pros, and policy folks exploring dual-use solar that keeps grasslands working and cattle comfortable.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Woningen bouwen als duurzame legoblokken. Circulair, biobased en klaar voor de toekomst. Het Nederlandse Moos won er zelfs een internationale prijs mee. Deze aflevering in het kort: ☑️ Hoe Moos biobased woningbouw schaalbaar en betaalbaar maakt ☑️ Waarom houtbouw cruciaal is voor een duurzame toekomst ☑️ Waarom klimaat nauwelijks een rol speelt in deze verkiezingen Moos is het circulaire bouwconcept van Joost Hoffman. Zijn houten modules zijn volledig demontabel, betaalbaar en geschikt voor de sociale huursector. Het innovatieve systeem leverde Moos de internationale Built by Nature Award op, een prestigieuze erkenning voor biobased bouwprojecten. In deze aflevering vertelt Hoffman hoe het concept werkt, waarom houtbouw niet alleen milieuvriendelijker maar ook comfortabeler is en hoe snel je met deze prefab-elementen volgs hem een complete woonwijk uit de grond kunt stampen. Luister ook | Deze Nederlandse uitvinding helpt tegen waterschaarste Hoffman ziet een toekomst waarin duurzaam bouwen de norm wordt. Dat is hard nodig. De bouwsector is eeen van de grootverbruikers als het gaat om grondstoffen. Bijna de helft van al het materiaal dat we in Nederland gebruiken, gaat naar deze sector. Denk aan beton, staal en steen. De CO2-uitstoot is ook niet gering, wereldwijd zorgt de bouw voor bijna 40 procent van de uitstoot die met energiegebruik en materialen (14%) te maken heeft. Daarbovenop komt nog eens een gigantische berg afval. Bijna een kwart van al het Nederlandse afval komt van bouw- en sloopactiviteiten. Luister ook | Hittestress! Binnensteden veranderen in bakovens Harm blikt vooruit op de verkiezingen van woensdag. Klimaat lijkt deze keer nauwelijks nog een thema. Terwijl wetenschappers blijven waarschuwen dat uitstel desastreus is, richten politici zich vooral op veiligheid, migratie en wonen. ‘Klimaatverandering laat zich echter niet wegframen. De keuzes die we nu maken, bepalen hoe leefbaar Nederland over dertig jaar nog is', aldus Harm. ‘Zo'n 160 wetenschappers politici riepen dit weekend nog op om het klimaat weer centraal te stellen, zonder nieuwe fossiele infrastructuur en zonder nieuwe gaswinning. ‘Stem dus met je hart, maar denk aan de toekomst van onze kinderen.'

Woningen bouwen als duurzame legoblokken. Circulair, biobased en klaar voor de toekomst. Het Nederlandse Moos won er zelfs een internationale prijs mee.Deze aflevering in het kort:☑️ Hoe Moos biobased woningbouw schaalbaar en betaalbaar maakt☑️ Waarom houtbouw cruciaal is voor een duurzame toekomst☑️ Waarom klimaat nauwelijks een rol speelt in deze verkiezingenMoos is het circulaire bouwconcept van Joost Hoffman. Zijn houten modules zijn volledig demontabel, betaalbaar en geschikt voor de sociale huursector. Het innovatieve systeem leverde Moos de internationale Built by Nature Award op, een prestigieuze erkenning voor biobased bouwprojecten. In deze aflevering vertelt Hoffman hoe het concept werkt, waarom houtbouw niet alleen milieuvriendelijker maar ook comfortabeler is en hoe snel je met deze prefab-elementen volgs hem een complete woonwijk uit de grond kunt stampen.

Bayern geht 2:7 gegen Paris unter, der Eintracht-Adler wird von den Reds 5:1 gerupft, die Nudeln des SSC Neapel sind beim 2:6 in Eindhoven weit weg von al dente. Und Meigls Chemiker schnuppern in Probstheida am Hering des Erfolges, ehe Lok das Teil vor den Stielaugen der BSG mit Haut und Gräten vertilgt und ein veritable Bäuerchen in den Äther entlässt. All das hat Meigl, der just von einem Napoli-Tripp zurück ist und im LVZ-Aufnahmestudio im hautengem Diego-Maradona-Trikot vor sich her barmt und müffelt, extrem mitgenommen: „Die Hebebühne, der Louvre, Eugénies Krone aufm Trittoir, mein Kontostand, meine weiche Leiste, Dein lebender Mantel, Deine weiche Birne. Und der Fußball meiner Götter aus Frankfurt, Leverkusen, Neapel und Leutzsch rollt nicht mehr, er walzt: Güüüdooo, die Welt ist aus den Fugen, Güüdooo!“ Nachdem Meigl, der nah am Wasser gebaute intellektuelle Part der Rückfallzieher, seine Tränen am wiederbelebten Legenden-Mantel von Legende Schäfer getrocknet hatte, nahm Guido seinen leidenden Podcast-Kumpel in den Arm und spendete Trost. „Meigl, Dein Rasierwasser ist von ausgesuchter Güte. Ist das ‚Iltis for Man‘? Oder ,Sir Irish sehr altes Moos‘?“ Das blinde Verständnis zwischen Meigl und Guido zieht sich stabil und auf hohem Nivea(u) durch die 247. Ausgabe, blickt adleräugig auf alles Bewegende, nimmt Ursachen/Wirkungen in den Expertengriff. Ja, RB hätte sich gegen den HSV nicht über ein 2:2 beschweren können. Ja, Pressing-Monster Yussuf Poulsen bleibt in unser aller Herzen. Ja, in Augsburg müssen die Roten Bullen um Unterschiedsspieler Assan Ouedraogo am Samstag ein dickes Puppenkisten-Brett bohren. Ja, RB-Edelreservist Ezechiel Banzuzi muss endlich von Beginn an rein ins Getümmel, Herr Werner, und dort fürderhin und bis ans Ende unserer Tage bleiben! Und, ja, der Budenzauber Icon League ist wahrlich zauberhaft! Am Sonntag schlägt der Wanderzirkus in der Quarterback-Arena auf. Zu den Favoriten gehört „The Pack“, das Rudel von Kommentatoren-Ikone Wolff Fuss. Präsentiert werden die Rückfallzieher von Augenoptik Findeisen, den von Boss Tim Findeisen geleiteten Experten für Durchblick und Lebensfreude. Die Findeisen-Filialen in Wiederitzsch, im Pösna Park und in Naunhof sorgen für Rundumsorglos-Service, der auch bequeme Raten-Zahlungen und unter „Guido25“ bis zum Jahresende kostenlose Seh-Tests beinhaltet. Termin telefonisch oder digital (www.augenoptik-findeisen.de)buchen. Lob, Lob oder Lob? Bitte Mail an g.schaefer@lvz.de

Emily is back from medical leave (hooray!) and she and Brad dig into an essential topic for every operation: emergency planning. You can't predict every detail, but you can make the first decisions easier when seconds count.What we cover:What an emergency plan is (and isn't): a concise, written set of steps and key info you can default to under pressure.Start with a farm map: access routes, gates/fences, livestock locations, hazardous/flammable materials, and utility shutoffs.Make the red sheet easy to find: an emergency contact list (911 first), then vet, sheriff/emergency management, insurance, milk hauler, feed/suppliers, and owner/manager.Stock the right supplies: standard first-aid kits, a trauma kit with a tourniquet, and consider an AED; plan to keep kits replenished.Three scenario buckets to plan for:Shelter in place (blizzards, extended outages): backup power/fuel, blocked access routes, pared-down chore list, role assignments, keeping people safe.Evacuation (fire, flood, tornado damage): best escape routes for people/animals, which gates to open and in what order, a designated meeting point (and Plan B), and who calls whom.Medical emergencies (injury or health event): known conditions (EpiPens, diabetes, heart issues), where supplies/AED live, basic first-aid/CPR training, clear directions for EMS, and—on larger sites—who meets the ambulance at the road and whether a safe helicopter landing area exists.Mind the paperwork: review insurance coverage before you need it.Keep it simple and living: a few clear steps beat a thick binder no one reads.Resources mentioned:University of Minnesota Extension: Operations contingency plan templates for livestock operations.Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN): disaster-specific farm resources.Cultivating Change Foundation (Emily & Joe Rand received the Cultivator of Change award).Save the date: Ag for All Conference for LGBTQ+ farmers, ag professionals, and allies — March 7, 2026, Waite Park/St. Cloud, MN.Have questions, comments, or scathing rebuttals? Email TheMoosRoom@umn.edu.Chapter markers (optional)00:00 – Emily's back! (and why breaks matter)03:18 – Why farms need emergency plans05:41 – What an emergency plan actually is08:07 – How plans help when stress spikes10:45 – Simple planning story (cats + hamper)12:03 – What belongs in the plan (map, shutoffs, hazards)15:11 – The red emergency contact list19:06 – First-aid vs. trauma kits (tourniquets)24:44 – Shelter-in-place: questions to answer26:11 – Evacuation: routes, gates, meeting points28:04 – Medical emergencies: AEDs, training, EMS access32:35 – Keep it living, keep it simple33:00 – Resources + wrap-upQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Das Moos im Walde steht für Abgeschiedenheit und stille Weltflucht. Heute geht man auf Mooswanderungen oder hängt Mooswände auf. Was dahintersteckt, hat Christine Fleischer erkundet.

Laub-, Leber- oder Hornmoos – sie wachsen in Wäldern, Wüsten und sogar in der Antarktis. Doch nicht alles, was "Moos" heißt, ist auch wirklich eines. Irisch Moos zum Beispiel – klingt nach grüner Wiese, ist aber eine Meeresalge. Und dann wäre da noch der Duftklassiker aus den 70ern. Unser Autor Martin Krinner hat sich auf die Spur der echten und falschen Moose gemacht – und ist dabei auf überraschende Geschichten gestoßen.

Beim Spaziergang in den Bergen sah der Architekt Ferdinand Facklam mit Moos bewachsene Steine. Diese inspirierten ihn zu seiner künstlichen Mooswand. Die Idee dahinter: Transportieren der Natur in den städtischen Raum. Interview: Jörg Biesler

Moose sind Überlebenskünstler. Und sie sind nützlich für die Forschung. Ralf Reski ist Biotechnologe und forscht an der Universität Freiburg an Moosen und deren Verwendung im medizinischen Bereich. Interview: Jörg Biesler.

In this episode, Brad shares his fall updates from western Minnesota before diving into a detailed discussion on genomic testing in dairy herds. Drawing on his experiences from recent farm visits in South Dakota and ongoing University of Minnesota research projects, he explores how producers are using genomics and whether the investment pays off.Brad explains that while some herds use genomic testing solely to decide which animals to breed to beef, he believes the technology's value lies much deeper — in improving herd genetics, managing inbreeding, verifying parentage, and advancing traits like health, fertility, and production components. He outlines the major testing companies (Neogen, Zoetis, and Genetic Visions), their costs (around $37–$42 per animal), and the kinds of data producers can expect from each, including A2 status, horned/polled traits, and wellness indices.The episode also includes two case studies:A small grazing herd where genomic testing clarified breed composition, revealed unknown sires, and identified A2 status across mixed-breed animals.A university research herd exploring polled genetics and crossbred performance, where Brad questions how well current evaluations reflect the true genetic potential of crossbreds like Normande and Montbéliarde crosses.Brad closes by summarizing the practical ways to use genomic information — from strategic breeding and heifer selection to developing niche markets like A2 milk products. His key takeaway: genomic testing can be a powerful tool for herd improvement, but it's only worth the cost when used strategically rather than as a simple breeding filter.Listeners are encouraged to share feedback or questions via The Moos Room's contact page or University of Minnesota Extension channels.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Host Brad Heins welcomes Becca Weir, a Minnesota native and newly appointed assistant professor of agricultural economics at Penn State. Growing up on a dairy farm near Sauk Centre, Rebecca developed a passion for applying economics to dairy management decisions.In this episode, she shares findings from her University of Minnesota research with Jolene Hadrich, which connected genetic selection (sire Net Merit) with farm-level profitability using data from 2012–2018 Minnesota dairy herds.Key insights:A $100 increase in sire Net Merit was linked to roughly $12,000 more in net farm income—about $87 per cow, higher than expected.The positive relationship held across small, medium, and large herds, showing that investing in genetics pays off for all farm sizes.Traits related to longevity and health—such as livability and milk fever resistance—were the most consistent contributors to profitability.Selecting based on the Net Merit index is more effective than focusing on single traits.Genetics explained about 3% of profitability variation, a small but meaningful share alongside market conditions, management, and input costs.Rebecca also discusses her new role at Penn State, where she'll continue exploring dairy farm management, risk management, and programs like Dairy Margin Coverage to help producers improve economic resilience.Brad closes by reminding listeners that genetics are just one piece of the profitability puzzle—but an important one that can deliver measurable returns for dairy farmers.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Für diese Folge sind wir in den Kiefernwald gefahren, weil die Trockenheit der letzten Wochen den Pilzen dort nicht ganz so viel anhaben kann, da sie im Moos etwas geschützter stehen, so unsere Vermutung. Es sollte sich als die richtige Entscheidung herausstellen, denn wir wurden durch eine Vielfalt überrascht, mit der wir gar nicht gerechnet hatten, es war unfassbar! Besonders die schiere Menge und Vielfalt an unterschiedlichen Täublingen war sensationell und ließ uns mit offenen Mündern staunen. Wir haben diese Folge am 01.10.2025 aufgenommen, dies ist Teil eins, den zweiten Teil bekommt ihr in der nächsten Woche auf die Ohren. Nachfolgend habe ich mal alle Pilze aufgelistet, die wir in dieser Folge gefunden haben (ohne Garantie auf Vollständigkeit): Pantherpilz Camembert-Täubling Papageientäubling Parasol Flaschenstäubling Violetter Lacktrichterling Eichenmilchling Kahler Krempling Fliegenpilz Keulenfußtrichterling Mordschwamm Apfeltäubling Orangeroter Graustieltäubling Maronenröhrling Krause Glucke Reifpilz Sandröhrling Buckeltäubling Paprikapilz Echter Pfifferling Steinpilz Narzissengelber Wulstling Jodoformtäubling Edelreizker Kuhröhrling Weißbrauner Ritterling Gemeiner Erdritterling Brotpilz Viel Spaß beim Hören!

Kohle, Zaster, Moneten, Asche, Moos, Penunzen – egal, wie man es nennt: In Mannheim dreht sich momentan alles ums Geld. Denn die Stadt muss sparen: rund 600 Millionen Euro bis zum Jahr 2028. Das bedeutet schmerzhafte Einschnitte. In der neuen Folge spricht Oberbürgermeister Christian Specht darüber, wo noch gespart werden könnte, was auf keinen Fall verkauft wird und welche Frage ihn ratlos zurücklässt.

Today's edition is sponsored by the Ragged Mountain Running and Walking ShopSeptember 30 is the final day of the federal fiscal New Year and one version of today's Charlottesville Community Engagement could perhaps have been about how this region might be affected by a federal shutdown. Each edition of this newsletter could be a lot of different things, but what gets selected is usually a matter of what is available for me to write.I'm Sean Tubbs and for a story on the looming shutdown, I refer you to the Virginia Political Newsletter by my colleague Brandon Jarvis.In today's installment:* Albemarle Supervisors have endorsed their legislative priorities for the 2026 General Assembly while Charlottesville City Council is still working on theirs* Jaunt turns 50 this year and is seeking stories from riders* Albemarle Supervisors get a progress report on climate action initiatives including where $522K in spending will go this fiscal yearThanks for reading Charlottesville Community Engagement ! This post is public so feel free to share it.First shout-out: A Week Without DrivingHow different would your life be if you didn't have a car? From Monday, September 29 to Sunday October 5, Livable Cville invites you to join the local Week Without Driving experience. The goal is to learn more about barriers and challenges that nondrivers face in our community and to reflect on the challenges you would face as a full-time non-driver.There are many reasons why people do not drive, including people with disabilities, youth, seniors and those who can't afford vehicles or gas. A third of people living in the United States do not have a driver's license, but are forced to navigate a mobility system designed almost exclusively for drivers.Livable Cville expects the Week Without Driving experience will help participants better appreciate the challenges and barriers they face. For more information and to register your participation, please visit: https://livablecville.org/weekwithoutdrivingLocal elected officials preparing for 2026 General AssemblyThere are over a hundred days left until the 2026 session of the Virginia General Assembly and less than two months until legislators can begin to pre-file bills.Across Virginia, localities are determining what priorities they would like to see turned into legislation.At their meeting on September 15, Charlottesville City Council went through a long list of suggestions from the Planning Commission, the Human Rights Commission, and the Office of Sustainability.“Energy prices are going up,” said Kristel Riddervold, the city's sustainability director. “Legislative priorities related to expanding distributed energy, meaning solar, all over the place in different ways.”Riddervold said city priorities are for the Virginia General Assembly to maintain the 2020 Virginia Clean Economy Act, full funding for the Virginia Clean Energy Innovation Bank, and reform of rules for construction of data centers. You can see the full list here.The Human Rights Commission submitted a three page list including a request for legislation for expanded rights for those who rent, a request for localities to have right of first refusal to purchase supported housing units, and a $60 million state fund for housing assistance to support 5,000 families. Another legislative request is to require all Virginia localities to maintain a public homeless shelter. You can view this list here.Vice Mayor Brian Pinkston said many of those ideas seem very aspirational and may not take into account political realities.“The one that says here, ‘require that each county and city in Virginia maintain a public overnight homeless shelter or fund a private equivalent,'” Pinkston said. “I mean, that would be lovely because we're, we're doing this. I have a sense for neighboring counties and communities, the work that we're doing here. But does that have any hope of being passed?””City Councilor Michael Payne said many of the Human Rights Commission's requests are part of statewide efforts and many of the aspirations could get through depending on who holds the majority in 2026.“There definitely [are] some that potentially I think really could get passed this year, including like the 5,000 family funds or first right of refusal, but for example, the homeless shelter one you mentioned. I mean, I would feel. I think we could all feel confident saying there's no chance that passes this year.”The Planning Commission submitted a list of 15 potential pieces of legislation. The first addresses the section of state code that is at the heart of the lawsuit against the city's zoning code. Number six is a reintroduction of failed legislation that would allow localities to tax land and improvements at different rates. (view the list)Council will have a further discussion on October 6 before adopting their legislative agenda on October 20.The Albemarle Board of Supervisors is a little further ahead and had the third of three work sessions at their meeting on September 17. Albemarle has four legislative priorities, three of which would involve legislation and the fourth being a budget amendment.“First, we're seeking as a priority enabling localities to enforce the Virginia Landlord Tenant Act,” said County Attorney Andy Herrick. “We're also carrying over from past years expanding the authority to use photo speed monitoring devices.Currently those are limited to road construction work zones and school zones and Albemarle wants to be able to use them on rural roads. Albemarle also wants the General Assembly to try again on legislation to allow localities to hold a referendum on whether to levy a one cent sales tax to fund school construction.“This is an initiative that has been sought in prior years, that's passed the Assembly and been vetoed by the Governor in the past two years,” Herrick said.The budget amendment relates to another item Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed this year. The legislature's version of the budget had funding for a connector trail to connect Biscuit Run Park with the Monacon Indian Nation Tribute.Supervisors adopted their legislative priorities and the next step is to schedule a meeting with area legislators.To learn more about some of the statewide issues, read this story in the Virginia Mercury from Charlotte Rene Woods.Jaunt turns 50 this year and seeks travel storiesAs the Week Without Driving continues, one way people participating might get around is public transit. In addition to Charlottesville Area Transit, the region is served by Jaunt, a public service corporation that formed in 1975.To celebrate, Jaunt is asking people to submit their stories of using the service.“As we look back on 50 years of service, we know the most important part of Jaunt's story is the people we serve,” said Mike Murphy, Jaunt's Chief Executive Officer. “Our mission has always been rooted in community, care, and connection—and this anniversary is about celebrating the ways Jaunt has supported essential regional needs for mobility across generations.”Jaunt was created as Jefferson Area United Transportation but the acronym became the official name in 1983.Have a story from that time? Tell Jaunt at the website they've created.Second shout-out: Five Things ReLeaf has done recently!Time for a subscriber-supported shout-out, this time for ReLeaf Cville!* On April 21, ReLeaf Cville celebrated Arbor Day 2025 by talking with 40 fourth grade students at Greenbrier Elementary about the importance of urban tree canopy, and then planting a tree on the preschool playground* On April 25, the Van Yahres Tree Company donated time and energy to provide tree care to 45 trees ReLeaf planted in the Rose Hill Neighborhood, Fall 2023* On May 10 at RiverFest, Green Team members Moos and Antony joined Keith Pitchford, Board vice-chair, and Cathy Boyd, Executive Director, in providing information about ReLeaf Cville and playing Tree Bingo* In May, C-Ville Weekly profiled ReLeaf Cville's efforts to help homeowners turn their yards into leafy oases - and cool their neighborhoods.* The fourth annual Green Team session took place this week and was designed to equip rising 9th-12th graders in tree knowledge and tree care skills, this year's schedule includes sessions co-led by the Rivanna Conservation Alliance, Van Yahres Tree Company, Master Naturalists, Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards, Community Climate Collaborative, and Steve Gaines, Charlottesville's Urban Forester.Albemarle Supervisors briefed on Climate Action programs, $522K in FY2026 spendingFor the past eight years, the Albemarle County Board of Supervisors has been in support of efforts to monitor greenhouse gas emissions as part of an international bid to keep global temperatures from rising. For six years, though, a different set of elected officials opted out of the program.On September 17, 2025, the six elected officials got a briefing from staff on county and regional efforts to reduce emissions and adapt to a world of higher temperatures and more volatile storms. They were also briefed on how staff plans to use $300,000 the Board dedicated to the issue at the end of the FY2026 budget process as I reported at the time.Resources:* 44-page progress report from Albemarle staff* Slide presentation from the briefingBut first, some recent history.Recent historyIn June 1998, local leaders signed a document called the Sustainability Accords, a series of statements intended to solidify the work of several environmental groups working in the area. While climate action itself was not mentioned, the document called for the development of “attractive and economical transportation alternatives to single occupancy vehicle use” and called for the promotion of “conserv[e]ation and efficient use of energy resources.”In December 2007, Albemarle Supervisors voted to adopt a goal of reducing carbon emissions by 80 percent by the year 2050. At the time, Supervisor Ken Boyd voted for the “Cool Counties” initiative though he expressed concern about the potential impacts. (read a story I wrote then)In the years that followed, a group called the Jefferson Area Tea Party raised concerns about both the resolution and the county's membership in the International Council for Sustainability. The ICLEI group provided resources to measure greenhouse gas reductions and Boyd sought to end participation“We are being infiltrated in local government by an agenda that is set by this international organization,” Boyd said in early May 2011 as I reported at the time. “I think it's now a cancer that is infiltrating our local government here.”By that time, two other Republicans had joined the Board of Supervisors giving Boyd votes he needed to change direction. Democrat Lindsay Dorrier Jr. was a swing vote.Lane Auditorium was packed on the night of June 8, 2011 with some in the crowd defending sustainability efforts and continued participation in efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Members of the Tea Party claimed that civil liberties were being threatened.At the end of the meeting, Supervisors voted 4-2 to end participation in ICLEI as I reported at the time. Three months later, they ended participation in Cool Counties as reported in the Charlottesville Daily Progress.However, the Republican majority would come to an end in 2013 after Democratic candidates defeated Duane Snow in the Samuel Miller District and Rodney Thomas in the Rio District.Back on the jobIn September 2017, Supervisors voted to adopt a resolution to “support local actions to reduce climate pollution.”“In October 2019, the Board adopted greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets in line with the Paris Agreement,” said Jamie Powers, a county employee since 2023 who is now Albemarle's Climate Program Manager. “The next year, October 2020, the board adopted the Climate Action Plan and stood up the Climate Action Program to implement that plan and help get the community's emissions down in line with the board's targets.”The targets now call for a 45 percent in emissions reductions from 2008 levels by 2030 and to be carbon-free by 2050.Powers said emissions continue to climb across the world and the effects of climate change are here now as a present crisis rather than one for the future to deal with.“The impacts are generally going to be worse over time and increasingly unpredictable unless we can get global emissions under control,” Powers said. “And we do have a role to play locally.”Albemarle's reduction targets are in line with the Paris Agreement which set a framework to reduce emissions so that the increase in global warming could be kept below 2 degrees Celsius. The increase is now at 1.5 degrees.Powers said climate change itself is not the underlying problem.“It is a symptom of a set of problems,” Powers said. “This socioeconomic system that we have, it works exactly as designed and it brings us to a climate crisis and a biodiversity crisis and all these sorts of things. So if we are going to effectively address the climate crisis, we need to take a look at our systems and address things appropriately.”The models used by Albemarle and other local governments are complex and conform to the Global Protocol for Community-Scale Greenhouse Gas Emission Inventories. These are put together by ICLEI and emissions come from many source sectors.“The major sectors of emissions are transportation, stationary energy, and that includes solar,” said Greg Harper, Albemarle's chief of environmental services. “That would be kind of like reducing that stationary energy. Ag force and land use is a smaller contributor and then waste as well.”Albemarle resumed doing inventories in 2018 and Harper said emission levels dropped during COVID but increased for 2022. Data is about two years behind. Harper said reductions can be decreased many ways, such as if many groups can work together to reduce a metric known as “vehicle miles traveled.”“We don't want to stop activity in the county, obviously, but we want to shift people from driving a car by themselves to taking mass transportation, getting on their bicycle for smaller commutes,” Harper said.Powers said Albemarle has been active in many ways to encourage reductions such as supporting home energy improvements, providing “climate action activity kits” through a nonprofit, installing electric vehicle chargers, and creation of the Energy Resource Hub.Albemarle also provided several grants including $20,000 for the International Rescue Committee's New Roots farming program to allow them to electrify equipment and improve their agricultural practices.“If we break down some of the things that they were doing from their composting practice, we calculated that about 25 tons of carbon dioxide is sequestered by them using the composting practices,” Powers said. “About 5 tons of avoided emissions by removing synthetic fertilizers from their operations.”All told, Powers said about 38 tons of carbon dioxide emissions were prevented.Albemarle County is also collaborating with the City of Charlottesville and the University of Virginia on the Resilient Together initiative which seeks to create a resilience plan to adapt to a different weather pattern. That will come before the Planning Commission and the Board of Supervisors in early 2026.FY2026 fundingPowers also outlined a recommendation of how Albemarle might put that $300,000 to use, as well as another $222,000 in carry over funds for climate action.“The Board made it clear we wanted to emphasize projects that are going to get the most value in terms of emission reductions in FY26,” Powers said.The Residential Energy Improvements line item is intended to assist property owners with lower incomes and that $237,000 does not include another $150,000 the county received through the federal Community Development Block Grant program.“A lot of times, especially in low income households, energy is going out the window, literally,” Powers said. “And so how can we help those folks tighten up their envelopes so when they're turning the AC or the heat on, it's still staying in the home instead of heading out the window.”The Local Energy Alliance Partnership (LEAP) and the Albemarle Housing Improvement Program (AHIP) are partners on that project. Powers said the goal will be to reach up to 50 homes, decreasing emissions classified as “stationary” energy. He estimates the return on investment will be about $3,000 per ton of emissions prevented.Another $100,000 will be spent on energy efficiency in county-owned buildings.“Most likely implementation looks like LED installation, LED fixture installation, likely at two different buildings,” Powers said. “If we transition the equivalent of the space of Northside Library to those fixtures, we would reduce again in that stationary energy category, one of those four categories by 0.03 at $700 per ton and annually that'd be a 143 ton reduction.”Albemarle funded the Energy Resource Hub in FY2025 at the $100,000 level and an additional $63,000 for this year. This is a program that helps homeowners find rebates and other incentives.Partners have not yet been found for the Climate Action Collaboration initiative.For previous coverage on climate action issues, visit Information Charlottesville.Reading material for September 30, 2025* Whistleblowers accuse HUD of ‘systematically undermining' fair housing laws, Ryan Kushner, Multifamily Dive, September 25, 2025* HUD cuts multifamily mortgage insurance premiums, Julie Strupp, Multifamily Dive, September 26, 2025* Albemarle County to consider delay on data center ordinance, Jenette Hastings, WVIR 29NBC, September 28, 2025* Watershed mapping project shows rapid loss of forests, offers new view of Va.'s changing landscapes, Evan Visconti, September 29, 2025* Charlottesville's schools are old. Local officials are trying to change that, Brandon Kile, Cavalier Daily, September 29, 2025* Afton Scientific breaks ground on $200 million expansion in Albemarle, Kate Nuechterlein, September 29, 2025What's the ending, #929?Today I could not get moving. Something is off but my job is to bring people information. I picked up four new paid subscribers since posting the May 2025 transactions, and it is important to get out what I can.The story I wanted to tell today was an accounting of yesterday's traffic congestion caused by a truck hitting a bridge under construction that carries Old Ivy Road over the U.S. 250. I lack the resources to get such a story together but I have questions about whether such an incident is covered by emergency management officials in the area.There are so many stories I want to tell, and sometimes the best I can do is link to other people's coverage. Here's a story from VPM. Here's one from 29NBC News. Here's another from CBS19. How about Cville Right Now?There is a lot of rhetoric about climate action and moving people out of automobiles. Is any of it having any effect? Are fewer people driving alone? How many people are paying attention to this issue? What is the community supposed to do when a major highway is shuttered for hours? Are we all so endless trapped in a news cycle that solutions remain elusive, situations remain intractable?I don't have the answer but I know I want to be part of an information ecosystem that seeks to do better than what we have at the moment with a series of wicked problems that are difficult to solve in this era of fragmentation.So what's today's ending? A note that David Bowie's Diamond Dogs helped me think this morning and this 1973 special seems important. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Brad shares his firsthand experience with virtual fencing on the University of Minnesota's Morris dairy herd. After a long grazing season, he dives into the reasons he began experimenting with NoFence collars, the training process for heifers, and what he learned about costs, labor savings, and animal behavior.Brad walks listeners through the setup, the challenges of training, and the variation he saw among animals in how quickly they adapted. He highlights both the advantages—like labor efficiency and flexibility—and the limitations, such as collar costs, GPS accuracy, and the need for careful management when mixing groups.Looking ahead, Brad plans to extend the trial to lactating cows next grazing season, a new frontier for virtual fencing in dairy. He also points to upcoming field days and funding opportunities for farmers curious about adopting the technology.Virtual fencing, he concludes, may be the future of grazing management—helping reduce labor while improving flexibility on farms. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Today, Brad brings on University of Minnesota Extension colleague Jim Salfer to talk through the state of dairy automation. Robots are still going in across the Upper Midwest, but they're also coming out—and the “why” depends on farm goals, labor, barn design, and cash flow.HighlightsAdoption reality: Robots are spreading, yet many farms are re-evaluating fit. Large herds often lean toward automated rotaries (pre- and post-sprays) for sheer throughput; small to mid-size herds may benefit most from box robots—especially when barn flow and labor fit the model.Repair costs that pencil: Plan for $10–12k per robot per year once out of warranty, with $500–$1,000 annual increases as units age. Under warranty is lower; 24/7 equipment inevitably costs more to maintain.Troubleshooting visits: Dips from ~2.7–2.9 milkings/day to ~2.2–2.3 crush production and are hard to diagnose (cow behavior, nutrition, traffic, hardware hiccups).Feeding in robots: Trend has shifted from “all pellets through the robot” to less robot feed overall. Pellets remain reliable; meals can work but often require hardware tweaks (vibrators/lines) and some herds struggle with consistency. Multiple feeds can help target fresh cows but isn't mandatory.Used robots are viable: Dealer-refreshed, recent-model used units can be half (or less) the cost of new. Expect less warranty and potentially higher repairs, but they're a solid on-ramp for younger or capital-tight producers.Rotaries & partial automation: Pre/post sprayers are getting better and can deliver impressive efficiency. Full robotic attachment on rotaries remains complex due to eye-hand coordination challenges, but incremental automation keeps improving labor per hundred cows.Batch milking with box robots: A compelling middle path for pasture-based or capital-limited farms—bring cows up 2–3× daily, run them through multiple boxes, and send them back. You won't maximize 24/7 robot utilization, but you may optimize labor and cash while managing cows like a traditional system.Capital strategy matters: Highly automated, all-robot barns can tie up capital and slow growth; retrofitting modest parlors can free cash to grow cow numbers. Match the system to your growth goals.Crystal ball: Expect three lanes to coexist—(1) retrofit parallels, (2) large new rotaries (increasingly automated), and (3) robots for small/mid herds—plus combo herds (rotary + a robot barn for elite “robot cows”).Bottom line: There's no one “right” technology. Choose the milking system that fits your labor pool, barn flow, capital plan, and temperament for tech and troubleshooting—not what worked for your neighbor.Chapter markers00:00 – Cold open, guest intro & breed banter (Red Angus; black-and-white Holsteins)03:21 – Why talk robots now? Installs vs. removals and what that means04:56 – Large-herd calculus: automated rotaries vs. box robots06:22 – The visit-rate problem: when milkings/day drop and why it's tricky07:48 – Real repair numbers and how they climb after warranty09:38 – Feeding through the robot: pellets, meals, and what's working now12:47 – Should you buy used robots? Costs, warranties, dealer refreshes16:13 – Robotic rotaries, parlor automation, and what's practical today20:08 – Labor reality: making jobs people actually want to do21:33 – “All-automated” dairies, cash flow, and growth constraints23:55 – Jim's outlook: three lanes + hybrid herds26:00 – Batch milking with boxes: where it shines (esp. pasture herds)28:13 – Tradeoffs: robot idle time vs. labor/capital fit30:02 – The cost elephant: margins, risk, and decision discipline31:41 – Wrap and contact info Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Myles Moos, I-55 Raceway Nationals winner; Chad Stapleton, Molar Raceway Park winner; and Sean Fitzgerald, racing rookie are this week's guests.

This week on The Moos Room, Brad shares updates from the University of Minnesota's dairy research center, where staff have been on strike and he's been back in the barn doing chores, milking, feeding, and even pulling calves late at night. With calving season underway, Brad shifts the focus to a new review article on weaning practices in young ruminants, authored by Heather Nave at Purdue University.The discussion explores the stress calves, lambs, goat kids, and beef calves experience when transitioning from milk to solid feed, and how management decisions—such as weaning age and milk removal method—impact long-term health, growth, and welfare. Brad breaks down the pros and cons of abrupt versus gradual weaning, highlights the benefits of later weaning, and shares practical strategies to reduce stress, from nutritional management and water access to social housing and avoiding stacked stressors.Key takeaways include:Later and gradual weaning generally improves growth, gut health, and reduces stress.Early access to palatable solid feed and free-choice water is essential for rumen development.Environmental enrichment and positive human contact can help ease the transition.Veterinarians and farmers should balance short-term economics with long-term animal health and productivity.Tune in for research-backed insights and practical tips to improve calf and herd outcomes during one of the most critical stages of development.Improving the Welfare of Ruminants Around Weaning  in Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal PracticeQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this episode, Brad dives into the growing interest in milk fatty acid profiles and what they can tell us about cow health, nutrition, and management.Brad explains the three main groups of milk fatty acids—de novo, mixed, and preformed—and how they are shaped by diet, stage of lactation, seasonality, and even genetics. He highlights how monitoring these fatty acid trends through routine milk testing can help farmers fine-tune rations, detect health challenges like subclinical ketosis or mastitis, and make more informed feeding decisions.Brad also shares findings from two recent University of Minnesota research projects:Commercial herd study: Comparing Holsteins and crossbreds, as well as feeding strategies (higher starch diets vs. fat supplementation). Results showed small but meaningful differences in fatty acid profiles, with crossbreds showing slightly healthier rumen indicators.University herd study: Comparing organic pasture-based cows to conventional TMR-fed cows, and looking at breed influences (Holsteins, Viking Reds, Jerseys, and Normandy crosses). Pasture cows had higher preformed fatty acids, while Jerseys and Normandy crosses stood out for more favorable fatty acid compositions.The takeaway: fatty acid testing is a valuable management tool for nutrition, genetics, and herd health monitoring—and could even open new opportunities for niche milk markets.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Ob auf Dächern, entlang des Bachs, im Wald oder in Mauerritzen – Moose sind fast überall zu finden und mehr als 400 Millionen Jahre alt. Wir reden mit Prof. Dr. Julia Bechteler. Sie hat seit kurzem die erste Professur für Moos inne, an der Uni Jena und erklärt, was wir von der Anpassungsfähigkeit der Moose lernen können. Außerdem: Unser CSU-Landwirtschaftsminister Alois Rainer findet, Fleisch hat mit dem Klima nichts zu tun. Und: Der Nabu sucht wieder den Vogel des Jahres. Wir zeigen, wer antritt. Eine Sendung von und mit Janina Schreiber, 04.09.2025

In this Labor Day episode, Brad highlights the history of the holiday in the U.S. and Canada before diving into a brand-new genetic evaluation for Holstein dairy cattle: milking speed. Released in August 2025, this trait provides an objective way to measure how quickly cows milk—expressed in pounds of milk per minute—with the Holstein breed average set at 7 lbs/min.Brad explains how this evaluation was developed using parlor sensor data (not robot milking systems) from over 165 herds and 43,000 cows, making it more accurate than traditional subjective scoring methods used in other breeds. With heritability at 42%, milking speed is a promising selection tool for improving parlor efficiency and labor use.The episode also covers:How milking speed correlates with traits like somatic cell score and mastitis.The range of variation in bulls and what that means for selection decisions.Why milking speed isn't yet included in the lifetime merit index.Practical implications for farmers considering faster vs. slower milking cows.Brad wraps up by reflecting on how this new tool could impact herd management at the Morris research herd and encourages producers to watch for milking speed in future bull proofs.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this episode of The Moos Room, Brad shares updates from a busy summer and fall kickoff at the Minnesota State Fair, where his kids showed cows and he helped with 4-H dairy programming. After reflecting on the fair, he dives into the latest research and extension projects happening at the University of Minnesota's West Central Research and Outreach Center in Morris.Brad covers a wide range of studies, including:Virtual fencing trials with heifers, lessons learned from training, and future plans to test with milking cows.Horn fly vaccine research, tracking fly counts across hundreds of cows to evaluate effectiveness.Agrovoltaics and portable solar shade, examining how cows use shade structures to reduce heat stress and the impact on pasture regrowth.Parasite monitoring and exploring connections between genetics and parasite load.Heifer feed efficiency, using precision feeders and methane collectors to measure intake, weight gain, and greenhouse gas output.Mastitis management, including trials with alternatives to antibiotics.Genetics-focused projects on inbreeding effects in Holsteins and the potential of polled genetics.Milk processing exploration, with plans to begin producing value-added products like ice cream and butter from the university herd.From innovative technology like virtual fencing to on-farm challenges like mastitis, Brad shares insights into ongoing research aimed at helping dairy farmers improve efficiency, sustainability, and profitability.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this episode of The Moos Room, Brad shares updates on the University of Minnesota's ongoing work with bovine leukosis virus (BLV), a retrovirus that weakens the immune system, reduces production, and costs dairy farmers hundreds of dollars per cow each year.Brad walks through the latest herd testing results, where prevalence has held steady at around 30%, but with new infections continuing to appear—especially in older cows. He digs into the role of biting flies in BLV transmission, highlighting research showing that nearly all previously negative cows became suspect or positive after just one summer on pasture.The discussion covers:How BLV spreads within herds.The economic and animal health impacts of infection.Management strategies like testing, culling, colostrum protocols, and breeding decisions.Why fly control may be one of the most important tools for reducing BLV spread in grazing herds.Tune in to hear how the UMN Morris dairy herd is tackling this challenge, what the research says about seasonality and transmission, and what steps farmers can take to manage BLV on their own operations.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Im Iran sind innert 12 Tagen 21'000 Personen verhaftet worden - das alles während den 12 Tagen Krieg zwischen dem Iran und Israel im Juni. Das ist diese Woche bekannt geworden. Laut iranischen Medien, sollen vor allem mutmasslich pro-israelische Kräfte verhaftet worden sein. Weitere Themen: Jede zweite Person spielt heute Computer- oder Videospiele. Gamen ist ein Massenphänomen. Zu diesem Schluss kommt eine neue Umfrage. Und sie zeigt: auch ältere Menschen über 65 gamen. Und Frauen gamen im Schnitt sogar etwas länger als Männer. Moos gehört für uns ganz selbstverständlich zum Wald. Es gibt dem Waldboden nicht nur die schöne grüne Farbe - Moose sind für die Natur zentral: Sie speichern CO2 und Feuchtigkeit. Doch Moose sind unter Druck. Europäische Forschende haben deshalb ein neues Instrument entwickelt, das beim Schutz von Moosen helfen soll. Die Schweizer Skistars dürfen diesen Sommer wieder auf dem Gletscher oberhalb von Zermatt trainieren. Das war vor einem Jahr noch anders. Weil die geplanten Weltcuprennen in Zermatt aus dem Rennkalender gestrichen worden waren, waren plötzlich auch die Skistars fürs Training nicht mehr willkommen. Damit das nicht mehr passiert, haben sich Swiss Ski und die Zermatter Bergbahnen auf eine Zusammenarbeit geeinigt.

Brad records solo during a busy fair season. But behind the scenes at the research center, a troubling issue emerged this summer: a cluster of abortions isolated to a 50–60 cow organic herd.After ruling out other groups, Brad suspected moldy feed. Testing revealed high mold counts—especially Fusarium, which produces mycotoxins linked to infertility and abortions. The herd had been eating first-crop hay baled a bit too wet, later found to be heating and moldy.Aborted fetuses sent to diagnostic labs showed mixed results: one indicated Neospora caninum (a protozoan parasite spread by dogs or coyotes), another pointed to bacterial placentitis likely linked to moldy feed. Despite the confusion, abortions dropped sharply after the moldy hay was removed from the diet, strengthening Brad's belief that feed quality was the main culprit.To prevent future issues, the team pulled suspect hay from use, began feeding a mycotoxin binder, and emphasized the importance—and challenge—of making mold-free feed in a wet year.After almost a month without new cases in the affected herd, Brad is cautiously optimistic. His takeaway: good feed management is critical, even for research herds, and sometimes the simplest solution—removing bad feed—makes the biggest difference.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this special episode of The Moos Room, Emily and Brad record in person for the first time in ages! While together in Rochester, they dive into their favorite annual topic: sun safety and preventing heat illness in humans.After a lighthearted reminder that Brad still doesn't wear sunscreen enough, the duo discusses practical strategies to stay safe in the sun. Topics include:Why UV protection matters year-round (not just when it's hot)Sunscreen, clothing, and hats as protective toolsRecognizing symptoms of heat illness like dizziness, nausea, and fatigueThe importance of hydration and nutrition before and during heat exposurePersonal stories (including heat exhaustion from county fairs and baling straw)Emily shares tips like using cold water on wrists and neck to cool down, while Brad emphasizes the importance of rest and watching out for each other on the farm. They wrap up by reminding listeners that being proactive with sun and heat safety can prevent serious health risks.Resources mentioned:UMN Extension Farm SafetyUpper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center (UMASH)Farm Safety Check - Heat IllnessQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this episode, Brad and Emily dive into one of the most pressing summertime challenges in cattle care: heat stress. As county fairs, field days, and Farmfest approach, the co-hosts reflect on their busy schedules and upcoming plans to finally record in person. The main discussion covers how heat affects both calves and adult cattle, including signs of stress, management strategies, and the role of hydration, nutrition, and cleanliness.They share practical tips for reducing heat stress, such as increasing water availability, feeding at optimal times, cleaning equipment frequently to prevent bacterial growth, and improving ventilation. Emily emphasizes the value of evaporative cooling, while Brad discusses using sensor technology like SmaXtec rumen boluses to monitor cow behavior and internal temperatures.Whether you're a dairy producer, 4-H family, or cattle enthusiast, this episode offers actionable insights for keeping animals healthy and comfortable during extreme heat.Heat Stress in Dairy Cattle Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

This week on Not Your Granny's Quilt Show, I'm joined by Kim Moos, the creative force behind Cotton Cuts—home of the beloved Puzzle Mystery Quilt!

In this episode, Emily and Brad reunite to dive into a hot topic on the beef-on-dairy circuit: Are today's sky-high calf prices economically sustainable? After crisscrossing the country speaking with farmers and cattle buyers, Brad shares firsthand insights and jaw-dropping market figures — with beef-on-dairy calves selling for up to $1,600.The duo discusses whether investing in calves at these prices can truly yield profit when factoring in feed, labor, and marketing constraints. Brad reviews recent research from Michigan State University suggesting producers may be overpaying by $40–$75 per head based on expected returns. Despite the volatility, beef-on-dairy is here to stay, now making up 15–20% of U.S. beef supply.Key takeaway: Know your cost of production. It's the foundation for making smart, profitable decisions in this fast-changing market.Stay tuned for more workshops and research updates from the Minnesota Beef and Dairy Extension team.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this episode, Brad shares insights from recent dairy science meetings and dives deep into total serum protein (TSP) levels in calves—a key indicator of successful colostrum management and passive transfer of immunity. He reviews data from multiple studies, including work by Dave Casper in Illinois and a Midwest study on beef-on-dairy cross calves. The results show improvements in TSP levels over time, but highlight that a significant number of calves—especially male and crossbred calves—still arrive at calf ranches with low TSP and signs of poor health.Brad also shares findings from University of Minnesota research, including a 20-year dataset from Waseca involving nearly 6,000 Holstein calves, showing correlations between TSP, growth rates, and calf survival. He questions the rigid cutoffs for TSP and emphasizes a more nuanced view based on outcomes like average daily gain and long-term milk production.The episode wraps with details on two upcoming calf care workshops in Minnesota this summer (July 29 in Rochester and August 5 in Eden Valley) where farmers, consultants, and educators can learn about colostrum management, TSP testing, pain mitigation, and more.Calf Care Workshop - Tuesday, July 29, 2025, Rochester, MN Calf Care Workshop - Tuesday, August 5, 2025, Eden Valley, MNQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Brad flies solo in this episode—literally and figuratively—to tackle a problem buzzing on every farmer's mind around the 4th of July: flies. With heavy rains in the Upper Midwest fueling major fly outbreaks, Brad dives deep into why managing flies is essential for livestock health, productivity, and human comfort.He covers the four main types of flies affecting livestock—stable flies, house flies, horn flies, and face flies—including their behaviors, lifecycles, preferred habitats, and the economic losses they cause. From foot-stomping stable flies in confinement to pinkeye-spreading face flies on pasture, Brad emphasizes the importance of identifying the fly species to choose effective control methods.Management strategies discussed include manure and bedding management, fans, fly traps, fly predators, sprays, and even a horn fly vaccine being tested at the UMN research dairy. Brad also shares fascinating research on how coat color in cattle affects fly load, with black-coated animals attracting more flies than lighter-colored ones.Whether you're dealing with flies in barns or on pasture, this episode breaks down how to reduce their impact on your operation—and why there's no one-size-fits-all solution.Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Brie for breakfast? Yes, please! Nibble fromage from dawn to dusk on the West Coast's Cheese Trail. We'll cuddle baby goats, sample hand-stretched Oaxacan-style cheese, and unwrap Monterey Jack's unscrupulous origins on the region's tastiest route.  Along the “whey,” the trail's founder, Vivien Straus, will share her family's deep dairy roots, the joys of cheese-fueled road trips, and why the West Coast churns out the country's most creative curds. You'll hear about old-school creameries in Northern California, an innovative “cowcohol” vodka made in Oregon, and Washington's award-winning canned cheddar. Whether you're a casual snacker or a hardcore curd nerd, this one's worth savoring. A sampling of the cheese spread ahead: - Marin French Cheese Co., Petaluma, California: The oldest cheese company in the U.S.; famous for “breakfast cheese.” - Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company, Point Reyes Station, California: Makers of the state's first blue cheese; offers tours, tastings, and spectacular views of Tomales Bay. - Spenker Family Farm, Lodi, California: Try goat yoga, goat cuddling, and creamy farmstead cheeses here. - TMK Creamery, Canby, Oregon: Family-run creamery offering cow-milking experiences, baby calf visits, and a vodka made from whey. - Don Froylan Creamery, Salem, Oregon: Mexican American creamery known for Oaxacan-style string cheese, made fresh on site and braided by hand.  - Washington State University Creamery, Pullman, Washington: Home of Cougar Gold, a cheddar-style cheese sold in cans and originally shipped to troops during WWII. Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group.

In this solo episode, Emily shares timely reminders about biosecurity as county fair and livestock show season ramps up across Minnesota. Drawing on her own experience showing dairy cattle in 4-H, she discusses the importance of protecting animals from disease before, during, and after exhibitions. Topics include bringing only healthy animals to shows, cleaning equipment beforehand, being mindful of potential disease exposure at the fairgrounds, and the value of quarantining animals upon return. Emily also gives a quick update on current H5 (avian influenza) testing requirements in Minnesota and encourages listeners to prioritize safety for the sake of their animals and operations. Whether you're new to showing or a seasoned exhibitor, this episode offers practical steps to keep your animals healthy this summer. Questions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In Episode 299 of The Moos Room, Emily returns to the mic, reminding Brad—and the audience—that The Moos Room is a team effort, not just "The Bradley Show." The two catch up and share updates on their chaotic summer schedules in the world of Extension before diving into the topic of the week: pasture management in mid-June.Brad gives a detailed look at what's happening in Morris, where heavy rainfall (over five inches in the past month) has led to explosive pasture growth. With 315 cows now grazing—including the conventional herd—he's doing everything he can to keep up with the grass. He shares his strategies for dealing with overgrown pastures, including increasing stocking density, rotating more quickly, and when mowing or even baling might be necessary.They discuss the challenges of maintaining forage quality, the role of manure scores and milk urea nitrogen (MUN) as indicators of nutritional balance, and the complications posed by persistent rain—especially thistle outbreaks in organic systems where herbicide options are limited.The episode closes with practical tips for producers facing similar pasture overgrowth issues: keep animals moving, don't be afraid to mow, and have a flexible grazing plan. And of course, the excitement builds for Episode 300, coming next week!Listeners are encouraged to email their thoughts (or rebuttals to Brad's rain enthusiasm) to themoosroom@umn.edu and tune in for the big milestone ahead.Grazing and pasture management for cattleManaging perennial cool-season forage grasses in MinnesotaQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

In this solo episode, Brad dives into the challenges of managing mastitis, especially during wet spring and summer conditions. He shares findings from ongoing University of Minnesota research on non-antibiotic treatments for mastitis, highlighting two promising alternatives: Ozolea-Mast, a corn oil-based intramammary product, and Optimum UterFlush, a botanical-based treatment studied in Colorado.Brad discusses how these non-antibiotic tools have performed both in lactating cows with subclinical mastitis and as dry cow therapy. Notable results include a consistent ~30% reduction in somatic cell count in chronic cows and the potential economic benefits of avoiding milk and meat withdrawal. While the Colorado study didn't show significant differences in udder health outcomes, Brad stresses the importance of continuing to evaluate these products as pressure increases to reduce antibiotic use on dairies.Whether you're a producer looking to cut costs or a researcher interested in alternatives to antibiotics, this episode offers valuable insights into mastitis treatment innovation.Ozolea-MastQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

Nebraska baseball got waxed.  Taylor Martinez is a real estate agent.  Revisiting the T-Magic drop library.  Memorial Stadium renovations.  Listening back to a classic parody.    The boys need to start thinking about their Husker pump-up songs.   Kids Bop.  Will there be a "Schick and Nick Live 5" ?  Mathis Got Sack(s).  Bill Moos is writing a memoir.  The oral history of Nick's aggregated interview with Moos.  The show is referenced on Squeeze Play.  Recapping the polls. Connect with us! SchickandNick.com Facebook, Twitter, or email  We would hate it if you missed an episode! So PLEASE subscribe, rate the pod, and throw us a review. It helps us out so much! We'd likey that.  This is another Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a podcast network and digital media production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network by going to HurrdatMedia.com or Hurrdat Media YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Brad dives deep into Johne's disease (paratuberculosis), a chronic intestinal illness affecting ruminants, with a particular focus on dairy cattle. Prompted by recent whole-herd milk ELISA testing at the University of Minnesota's Morris dairy, Brad shares results, trends, and lessons learned from managing Johne's over the years.Key topics include:Clinical signs and long-term impact of Johne's on milk production and cow longevityInterpretation of milk ELISA results and testing protocolsManagement decisions around culling, beef breeding, and calf-rearing practicesSurprising trends in calf infection sources—including group housing and dam-rearingInsights from genetic studies showing heritability of Johne's susceptibilityPractical prevention strategies and the importance of annual testingWhether you're dealing with Johne's in your own herd or want to improve your disease prevention approach, this episode is packed with data, reflections, and takeaways to help guide on-farm decisions.Johnes Disease - APHISMN DHIA Johnes TestingDHIA Laboratories - Johnes TestingCentral Star Johnes TestingQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

​From her home in Nørrebro in Copenhagen, Haderslev-born Danish-English multidisciplinary artist ​BIRGITTE MOOS CHALCRAFT talks about her time in Los Angeles at the start of the booming art scene in the Arts District of Downtown LA. There she was inspired by her fellow artists and the land and street art movements. Birgitte talks about her focus on the intersection of psychology and art, her interest in quantum physics, and her new project creating an age 50+ female artist group.Birgitte selects a work by Lena Adler Petersen and Bjørn Nørgaard from the SMK collection.https://open.smk.dk/en/artwork/image/KKS1979-152(Photographer: Helle Moos)----------We invite you to subscribe to Danish Originals for weekly episodes. You can also find us at:website: https://danishoriginals.com/email: info@danishoriginals.com----------And we invite you to donate to the American Friends of Statens Museum for Kunst and become a patron: https://donorbox.org/american-friends-of-statens-museum-for-kunst

In this episode, Brad shares a recent case study from the University of Minnesota's dairy research center, where a group of spring-born calves experienced widespread scours. He walks through the onset of symptoms, including diarrhea, depression, and reduced milk intake, primarily in calves on an automatic feeder. Diagnostic testing confirmed rotavirus A as the culprit, ruling out other common pathogens like salmonella, cryptosporidium, and coronavirus.Brad explains the importance of prompt treatment with electrolytes and continued milk feeding, emphasizing that hydration—not antibiotics—is key to recovery from viral scours. He also discusses how CT values from lab results helped indicate viral load and severity. While no calves were lost, the outbreak highlighted the critical role of sanitation, consistency in protocols, and whole-system prevention strategies including vaccination and colostrum quality.Listeners will gain practical tips on treating and preventing scours, especially from rotavirus, and hear an honest account of real-world challenges in calf health management.Causes and prevention of dairy calf scoursQuestions, comments, scathing rebuttals? -> themoosroom@umn.edu or call 612-624-3610 and leave us a message!Linkedin -> The Moos RoomTwitter -> @UMNmoosroom and @UMNFarmSafetyFacebook -> @UMNDairyYouTube -> UMN Beef and Dairy and UMN Farm Safety and HealthInstagram -> @UMNWCROCDairyExtension WebsiteAgriAmerica Podcast Directory 

The last time the Orange & Blue crossed paths with The Five Stripes at TQL Stadium, both teams came out even from a barn-burner of a match. While FC Cincinnati has remained relatively hot, Atlanta United has been trying to reignite their spark, going eight matches winless. The teams intersect paths again on Sunday to finish this season's second leg. What happened to the promise of a high-octane offense and dreams of additions to the trophy case? What can team president Garth Lagerway and head coach Ronny Deila do to reverse course? We sit down with Tommy from Scarves and Spikes to cover Atlanta's major purchases and how they are fitting with the pre-existing roster. More importantly, what's this about a "brisket grilled cheese" being served at the Benz? Tune in and trade threads with us! #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer Become a Patron! Subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk Don't forget you can now download and subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk on iTunes today! The podcast can also be found on Stitcher Smart Radio now. We're also available in the Google Play Store and NOW ON SPOTIFY! As always we'd love your feedback about our podcast! You can email the show at feedback@cincinnatisoccertalk.com. We'd love for you to join us on our Facebook page as well! Like us at Facebook.com/CincinnatiSoccerTalk.