Podcasts about sdsu extension

The impacts of woody encroachment can become overwhelming quickly and rob your forage production of thousands of dollars each year. Collaboration and proactive management can help protect pastures from this menace. Tune in for the Sioux Nation Podcast today, where Kaylee Wheeler from SDSU Extension breaks down the costs of woody encroachment and what we can do about it. 

Dry conditions can create difficulties for producers. Applying soil health principles can enhance the resilience of agricultural systems, enabling them to better manage moisture-stressed fields. Join us on the Sioux Nation Podcast today, where we discuss how to improve soil system resilience with Has Klopp from SDSU Extension.

South Dakota State University Extension is inviting swine producers to join this year’s SowBridge, the online educational series provided by the Iowa Pork Industry Center at Iowa State University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Dakota State University Extension will provide a day of educational sessions for crop and cattle producers during the 2025 Dakota Farm Show in Vermillion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There will be two Beef to School webinars on Oct. 28, 2024, one at noon CDT and one at 5:30 p.m. CDT. The Adopt-a-Cow webinar is at 5:30 p.m. CDT Oct. 29, 2024. Anyone who is interested in the topic is welcome to attend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SDSU Extension will host a Sheep Shearing School on Oct. 12-14, 2024, at the SDSU Sheep Research and Teaching Unit by Brookings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is much to consider when starting a bison operation. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Dr. Jeff Martin of SDSU Extension helps us examine what we need to do to prepare a ranch for this wild ruminant.

Putting together a compensation package for family members returning to the farm can be far more complicated than determining wages in a non-family business. Luckily, SDSU Extension specialist Heather Gessner joins the program today to help us consider the unique factors that must be considered when putting together a reasonable plan for family employees of an ag operation. 

Applications are now being accepted for the South Dakota State University Extension Master Gardener and Home Horticulture training course. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Crop Science Podcast Show our special guest, Sara Bauder, Forage Field Specialist at SDSU Extension, explored innovative forage management strategies and the impact of regenerative agriculture on crop sustainability. Sara shared her journey with forages, highlighting her work on alfalfa management, soil health initiatives, and the Northern Plains Forage Association's work to support regional growers. This conversation is essential for anyone in the crop industry looking to enhance their knowledge on forage practices. Tune in to gain valuable insights into advancing crop science through effective forage management."Grower groups, including our forage association, have been working toward regenerative, sustainable farming and have helped people figure out the economics of it." - Sara BauderWhat you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:00) Introduction(04:23) Networking group for the forage industry(06:39) Soil health and regenerative agriculture movement(10:47) Forage management in drought(16:55) Alfalfa management and stand longevity(21:42) Understanding alfalfa allelopathy(29:47) Final three questionsMeet the guest: Sara Bauder, M.S. is currently at SDSU Extension Forage as a Field Specialist based in Mitchell, and plays a pivotal role supporting South Dakota's agricultural community. Holding a Master of Science in Plant Science with an emphasis on Soils from South Dakota State University, Sara's extensive educational and practical background enriches her contributions to the field. Her specialized knowledge in forage management and soil science plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable agricultural practices throughout the state, showcasing her commitment to enhancing both crop productivity and environmental stewardship.The Crop Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- KWSAre you ready to unleash the podcasting potential of your company? wisenetix.co/custom-podcast

In this episode of the Agri-Biz Show, Rusty Halvorson shares audio with Tom Hoverstad, a researcher at the U of M Southern Research and Outreach Center in Waseca, about this year's corn crop in Minnesota. Ada, MN, producer Neil Rockstad was at the American Farm Bureau's annual convention/trade show on behalf of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association. NDSU Extension and SDSU Extension are teaming up for beef cattle producer symposiums in February, the SDSU dairy barns are closing in June, the North Dakota Farmers Union is the state lead for a national pilot program to pay producers for their conservation efforts, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara Bauder is an SDSU Extension Forage Field Specialist, and she sits down with Justin and Jared to talk all things forage, and to share about the Northern Plains Forage Association. Join the association at their annual meeting on December 1! Meeting details are available here: https://fb.me/e/1exveJuRv

Garden Hour features an SDSU Extension horticulture team member hosting a speaker and panel of experts who give short, topical presentations and answer audience questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were delighted to get back with Pete Bauman who is a Natural Resources and Wildlife Field Specialist for SDSU Extension. Pete specializes in range, pasture, and grassland management with an emphasis on educating producers about how profitability and ecological balance are complimentary. Pete's focus areas include alternative grassland management tools such as fire, biological control, controlled grazing, and reduction of inputs for systems health. We got together specifically to discuss contract grazing and structuring of grazing leases. Pete, who wrote an SDSU Extension article on Structuring Grazing Leases (see link below), explains that at the core of contract grazing is an agreement between two parties with parameters that are beneficial and acceptable to both parties. Contract grazing can be beneficial if both parties are committed to mutual goals and objectives, leading to better resource management and a recognition of the other's needs and goals. Pete warns against the conventional paradigm of prioritizing short-term income and profit maximization over the long-term relationship and ecological impact, what happens then is the land “gets trampled in the dust” and the relationship between lessor and lessee is either strained or broken. The time that lands – and relationships – are most vulnerable are when cropland rental prices are high, driving grazing land rental prices up. This mechanism is explained by Pete in the podcast. Overgrazing, often leading to costly weed problems, and pressure on water systems and fences, leading to costly repairs, can often lead to unexpected costs that the landowner has to bear – it is these unexpected costs that can have negative effects on the relationship between lessor and lessee. Parameters can and should be established in the lease agreement to prevent such consequences, and both parties should have a clear understanding of their partners' contract's goals and objectives - good communication between the landowner and the livestock owner is key to this process. If you take nothing else from the podcast, get the agreement down on paper, a handshake agreement may work for a while, but when things go wrong, the more that is spelled out, the less there is to dispute. Pete talks about the importance of setting goals (e.g., financial, input cost, aesthetic, ecological goals) for managing grazing land and how landowners should assess the current state of their property and set a desired future condition, based on their gals – this ought to be communicated to the livestock owner as well. A good lessee's role is to enhance the long-term viability, productivity, and ecology of the leased property to keep it or improve it toward being a well-functioning system; when the lessor's goals should align with the current lessee's goals, they can create a mutually beneficial agreement between the parties. As long-term relationships build, many good landowners consider the value of their lessee beyond short-term arrangements; a landowner who values their lessee is often willing to take less, conversely some lessees are willing to pay more – all of this points to the inherent (financial and other value) of a good partnership. Bauman believes that instead of renting by acre, it is better to rent per head, per day, which is based on the amount of grass consumed by the lessee's livestock. By having a predetermined agreement, both parties can avoid misunderstandings and conflicts over conflicting goals. Buz and Pete also discussethe services provided by the landowner and lessee during the grazing period. He provides examples of both extremes, where some lessees are responsible for everything, while others have contract graziers that provide all services, including infrastructure, rotation labor, water systems, and even medical treatment. Links: SDSU Extension Article on Structuring Grazing Leases: https://extension.sdstate.edu/structuring-grazing-leases South Dakota Grazing Exchange: https://sdgrazingexchange.com/

On today's AOA, we broadcast live from Day 1 of Dakotafest in Mitchell, SD as Jesse Allen kicks off the show with a look at the latest news headlines. Then we turn our attention to SDSU Extension experts and a discussion on agritourism in Segment Two with Peggy Schlechter, SDSU Extension Community Vitality Field Specialist. In Segment Three, we discuss succession planning and LRP insurance for cattle with Heather Gessner, SDSU Extension Livestock Business Management Field Specialist. Then in Segment Four, we talk water quality and conservation with John McMaine, SDSU Extension Water Management Engineer.

Applications are now available for the second South Dakota State University Extension Emerging Sheep Producers Program. The program is for sheep producers who want to develop or improve a full- or part-time sheep operation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Producing safe food starts where it is grown. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, SDSU Extension specialists break down the methods to implement an on-farm antimicrobial stewardship plan.

South Dakota State University Extension will host an Aug. 9 bus tour highlighting award-winning precision agricultural strategies used by farmers to mitigate saline soils while also maximizing productivity and profitability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Dakota State University Extension will host the 2023 Integrated Pest Management Field School from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. CDT on July 25 at the SDSU Volga Farm south of Volga, South Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ken Olson and Jaelyn Whaley both of SDSU Extension joined me to discuss the ecological and economic benefits of interfacing small ruminants into our existing livestock operations. We talk about realistic goals as far as brush control as well as the infrastructure needed to interface sheep with our existing operation. Thanks to our Studio...

The best gardens often start when temperatures are low and there is snow on the ground. Dr. Rhoda Burrows from SDSU Extension joins the Sioux Nation Podcast today to talk about the plants and flowers to start now to be ready for their transfer outdoors in the spring.

“You look at soil health… the tenets don't change, right, the tenets of those five things, will remain truthful, now, [and] in 10 years from now, I would hope, right? And that's kind of how I try to approach my outreach.” We were delighted to get together with Pete Bauman who is a Natural Resources and Wildlife Field Specialist for SDSU Extension. Pete specializes in range, pasture, and grassland management with an emphasis on educating producers about how profitability and ecological balance are complimentary. Pete's focus areas include alternative grassland management tools such as fire, biological control, controlled grazing, and reduction of inputs for systems health. Pete grew up on a dairy farm in Minnesota and, as a young man, fell in love with cattle, with wildlife and the land in general. As a young man, Pete noticed some of the unintended consequences of conventional farming; the nearby marsh he played in filled up while the creek he fished from became a mud bottom, gone were some of the animals like perch, rock bass, and the frogs, toads and snakes that kids love to collect. There observations influenced young Pete's story and led Pete to start his undergraduate studies at SDSU in natural resource and park management; he then gravitated toward wildlife and fisheries. That's where Pete finds his calling today. After completing his bachelors and masters at SDSU, Pete started out as a Land Manager at the Nature Conservancy; as a young professional, he managed several of public lands in both Minnesota and South Dakota “I was the Nature Conservancy hippie on the South Dakota side [where public lands were overutilized by grazing], whereas I go in and defend grazing in Minnesota [where public lands were underutilized by grazing], saying we needed more and all of a sudden now it's the cowboy that all I wanted to do was play with cows.” This experience, while not always easy, informed Pete's current philosophy about land management, using grazing animals, fire and other management; some disturbance is necessary, but it needs to be managed properly and is always site-specific. When SDSU came a-calling and asked him to apply for an extension position, Pete first said no, but was finally convinced to join SDSU because he was given an opportunity to reshape what it meant to work in extension. The result is that Pete focuses all his energies on the remaining of South Dakota's native grasslands, working with private producers on the prairie ecosystems. What follows in this podcast is a wide-ranging discussion where Pete talks with Buz and Joe about different ways to work with producers, about approaching each case with humility and about listening first to each producer. It is from these angles that the tools of grazing and fire can be intelligently applied by the producer. We touch on many subjects including the notion of context as the 6th principle of soil health; restoring native grass habitat; his role in the South Dakota Grasslands Coalition; prescribed burn; his role as an extension agent in the age of Google; grass-fed beef and contract grazing. Pete is a busy guy and some of his 2022 activities included the following: 2022 - Wildlife Professional of the Year Teacher at Eastern Grazing School - July 26-28, 2022 Prescribed fire workshops Coordinator and Instructor - June 2 and 3, 2022 Apart from being in the field, Pete is a prolific author and we have attached some of the links to Pete's written work below: (see the whole list at https://muckrack.com/pete-bauman/articles ) Grass-Fed Beef: Market Share of Grass-Fed Beef Grass-Fed Beef: Understanding Terminology in Conventionally Raised Beef and Grass-Fed Beef Grassland Management Do's and Don'ts Managing and Protecting Grasslands for the Future Plan Now to Control Weeds With Grazing Next Season 5 top tips to help successfully move back calving dates Manage livestock for beneficial species Managing Livestock for Dung Beetles and Other Beneficial Species Structuring Grazing Leases

February is National Pesticide Safety Education Month. Dr. Amanda Bachmann with SDSU Extension and DRG Media Group News and Farm Director Jody Heemstra review pesticide safety practices to be used on your farm, ranch, home or place of business. To request a pest management guide, go to https://sdstate.questionpro.com/2023PMGrequest. For information about private and commercial pesticide application training, go to https://extension.sdstate.edu/agriculture/safety-training.

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Farm Talk Segment 2 - Mick talks with David Karki SDSU Extension on Fall Harvest.

The South Dakota Grassland Coalition, in partnership with SDSU Extension, the Natural Resources Conservation Service and others, will be hosting the Eastern South Dakota Grazing School for all types of grazing managers. The class, scheduled for July 26 - 28 at the Abbey of the Hills near Marvin, South Dakota, is specifically tailored to address grazing management in plant communities found in eastern South Dakota and the surrounding areas.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NDSU and SDSU Extension are teaming up to host two Beef Cattle Mineral Nutrition Field Days on June 9th near Streeter, ND and June 10th near Philip, South Dakota. Jesse Allen talks with Janna Block, North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension livestock systems specialist based at the NDSU Hettinger Research Extension Center, about the two events coming up next week.

SDSU Extension and South Dakota Animal Industry Board veterinarians are encouraging South Dakota cattle producers to include the anthrax vaccine in their vaccination program when they turn out cattle to summer pastures this spring.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SDSU Extension and McCrory Gardens will be hosting the 2022 Garden Discovery Festival on Sunday, May 22 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. CDT at the McCrory Gardens Education and Visitor Center in Brookings.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Got Beef?" Lamb, Pork, or Chicken? If you are looking for a little more information on what to expect when switching to a local source for meat this podcast is for you! Hannah sat down with Amanda Blair and Jaelyn Quintana with SDSU Extension to discuss the consumer side of local meats (this is the second half of the "Got Beef" podcast from last month). Grab a cup of Joe learn the answer to "How much freezer space do I need for half a beef?" "Can I ask the butcher for the cuts I like?" and many more! Resources: Guide for Purchasing Freezer Beef, Pork, and Lamb What to Know When Buying an Animal for Meat Processing Contacts: Hannah Nordby NDSU Adams County Extension Hannah.nordby@ndsu.edu Amanda Blair SDSU Extension Meat Science Specialist Amanda.Blair@sdstate.edu Jaelyn Quintana SDSU Extension Specialist Jaelyn.Quintana@sdstate.edu

On today's episode, join Jim Salfer and Jennifer Bentley as they sit down with the new South Dakota State University Extension Dairy Field Specialist Dr. Patricia Villamediana as they discuss the relationship between mastitis and reproduction. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you to our Gold Sponsor TLAY Dairy Video Sales https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.tlaydairyvideosales.com%2f&c=E,1,D-aXMF2YgzEMyOKda2dcvgMc8lCVnqY-gof3qBPoo6zoF1CHGJ_GerftSoQ8D5UUeqPxvyxXgLHN8FIi7xI-AhC0kjFA2fxyariuA1eq02xTMNI,&typo=1 (https://www.tlaydairyvideosales.com/) Thank you to our Silver Sponsors Conner Agriscience http://www.connoragriscience.com/ Simplot Animal Sciences https://www.simplot.com/animalsciences Thank you to our Bronze Sponsors Advanced Comfort Technology, Inc. https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.advancedcomforttechnology.com%2f&c=E,1,UYg7imYpr75NLH4qgtNvH8NbmIS0sw5BkWmsbX8daK_gdLabZnUZ5jqNBtiEDRHcK0UDaBR30eHAM9PTT6MjIdkg0ha5BI9bb--0icxwewGSP-ZJA78StCZ1X2A,&typo=1 (https://www.advancedcomforttechnology.com/) Agropur https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.agropur.com%2fen-us&c=E,1,hqc9ZXKnIhTMmcJB8CXJisE2P5FH1ckLXWnT_-Hy3v_CDH94p8cL_IcRWFAZbemijyknOmQngYzOkYboG5OjNNWZjodvD3DgloTw09hQ-vQOz7aC8PKqie8,&typo=1 (https://www.agropur.com/en-us) TransOva Genetics https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2ftransova.com%2f&c=E,1,8WPUPJmbGg1S4XNOdwSjrw3JdcUo4HeGX0bFvYc0PrpgeKPUaYpEzHsXcCPiuTadkF7gtO4_NyxmwXkFiw87eY-M_zVj8hFgDhy-oQgHbdfK-jbPGsoW&typo=1 (https://transova.com/)

With spring in South Dakota comes the emergence of many things-- from tulips to ticks. Dr. Amanda Bachmann is the South Dakota State University Extension Pesticide Education and Urban Entomology Field Specialist and is based at the SDSU Extension Regional Center in Pierre. Many people enjoyed the mild winter and she says insects did too.

Not sure what to do with your beef calves? Heather Gessner, Extension Field Specialist Livestock Business Management Ness School of Management & Economics at SDSU Extension, is here to help you assess your needs.

Experts at both two-day sessions will discuss the impacts that calving distribution has on profitability and how management decisions can dictate calving and improve future returns on calves.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Dakota State University Extension invites crop and livestock producers to its new booth location, #216, at the 2021 Dakotafest in Mitchell, South Dakota. SDSU Extension experts will be on hand to discuss drought management resources and tools, as well as offering testing services for nitrates in forage and electro-conductivity in water for water suitability. The event is slated for Aug. 17–19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While cutting drought-damaged corn for silage may be the best alternative, SDSU Extension experts say it's critical that harvesting happens at the right moisture level to maximize silage value and minimize loss. Relying on how the crop ‘looks' to determine when to start chopping silage can often be deceiving. Drought stressed corn is often wetter than it looks from the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The drought's footprint continues to expand across South Dakota, as periodic heat waves impacted conditions over the last month. This August, SDSU Extension will continue its virtual educational program series, Drought Hour. From 11 a.m. to noon CDT, participants are invited to join the online conversation and stay ahead of drought impacts with climate updates, business insights and the latest research-tested management tips for farms, ranches and properties of all sizes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adele Harty, Cow/Calf Field Specialist for SDSU Extension, visits with Doc Jake about grazing and grass rationing during a drought.

During this week's Drought Hour webinar update from SDSU Extension, state climatologist Laura Edwards provided an update on drought conditions around the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Dakota State University Extension hosted a webinar on Tuesday – “Drought Considerations for Grazing Range Flocks”. SDSU Extension Sheep Field Specialist Jaelyn Quintana shared some drought disease considerations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s “Drought Hour” webinar hosted by South Dakota State University focused on the proper time to turn out cattle to graze under dry pasture conditions. Krista Ehlert, Assistant Professor & SDSU Extension Range Specialist, says producers should consider their stocking rate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to the latest U.S. drought monitor, approximately 37 percent of the nation’s cattle inventory is within an area experiencing drought, including much of South Dakota.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4-12-21 AJ DailyManaging Cow-calf Pairs with Excess Spring Moisture, adapted from an article by Olivia Amundson, South Dakota State University Extension; and Taylor Grussing, former SDSU Extension. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321mg_SpringMoisture.htmlWorld Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, adapted from a release by the USDA.https://www.usda.gov/oce/commodity/wasde/wasde0421.pdfForage Producers Face High Input Costs, Drought, adapted from a release by Adam Russell, Texas AgriLife Communications. https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2021/04/06/forage-producers-face-high-input-costs-drought/Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net.

Placemaking: What do we value about this place right now and how can we make it better? Explore more with Mitchell, S.D.'s Joshua Hofer, Community Vitality Field Specialist with the SDSU Extension Office and composer of visual experiences — plus, learn all the things you never knew you wanted to know about chislic.