Maine Farmcast

By: University of Maine Cooperative Extension
  • Summary

  • The Maine Farmcast features weekly conversations with experts from across the country sharing insights and advice for both new and seasoned farmers running operations of any size. Hosted by three livestock specialists from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, the show brings you world-class expertise paired with practical advice about how to apply cutting-edge research to improve the efficiency and sustainability of your farming operation.
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Episodes
  • Journey into Agriculture with Dr. Kendall Samuelson
    Oct 30 2024

    On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we are joined by Dr. Kendall Samuelson, Associate Professor of Animal Science at West Texas A&M University. Dr. Samuelson is involved in the latest research with feedlot cattle, teaching, advising graduate students, and serving as an industry leader. Kendall was presented with the Young Scholar Award at the 2017 Western Section Animal Science meeting, the Dean’s Award of Leadership Excellence by New Mexico State University in 2016, as well as, the Outstanding Graduate Assist in 2015. Dr. Samuelson has too many awards and honors to list here, but we thought it would be great to hear about her background, as she doesn’t have an upbringing in agriculture. We hope her story helps to inspire folks who don’t have an origin in agriculture to overcome any perceived short comings because they didn’t grow up on a farm. Even folks who come to agriculture later in life can make a difference and pursue a rewarding career.

    Learn more about Dr. Kendall Samuelson:
    https://www.wtamu.edu/academics/college-agriculture-natural-sciences/department-agricultural-sciences/faculty/kendall-samuelson-bio.html

    If you would like to view Dr. Samuelson and I recorded on her visit to Maine, please check them out here:

    • Feed Sampling
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Da6AG8c_jqo
    • Feed Analysis
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWq9SaVKuAk
    • Simple Ration Formulation
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-FB0ZAJlHE

    In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

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    31 mins
  • Swine Genetics with Randy Shipley
    Oct 23 2024

    On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down and talks to Mr. Randy Shipley of Shipley Swine genetics. Shipley Swine Genetics is a top Boar Stud operation that provides high quality semen, bred gilts, and boars to producers across the nation. Randy joined us here in Maine to deliver a youth swine judging clinic in Cumberland, Maine. While he was here, I wanted to hear more about his story, operation, and his take on cross breeding pigs, boar selection, and artificial insemination.

    For more information about Shipley Swine Genetics, please visit:
    http://www.shipleyswine.com/

    In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

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    41 mins
  • Winter Watering Tips with Drs. Pereira and Knight
    Oct 16 2024

    On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Pereira and Knight sit down to discuss some winter care, especially, winter watering tips for livestock producers.

    If you would like to learn more about Winter Care of Livestock, please visit:

    • Cold Weather Tips for Livestock Farmers, UMaine Extension
      https://extension.umaine.edu/livestock/related-resources/cold-weather-tips-for-livestock-farmers/
    • Winter Watering Tips for Swine
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oOaTX6M_lU
    • Maine Farmcast Episode 01: Ventilation with Dr. Morgan Hayes
      https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-01/

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    In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

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    23 mins

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