The Sioux Nation Podcast
The Sioux Nation Podcast features informational and entertaining episodes for livestock producers and those in the ag industry. Sioux Nation Ag Center embraces its role as a leader in the industry by providing this resource to help livestock producers overcome challenges and run successful operations.
Episodes
221 episodes
What You Should Know about Ag Insurance, Part 1 - LRP vs. LGM
Livestock Risk Protection and Livestock Gross Margin are similar insurance products, and can be confusing. Agent Doug Guericke from Midwest Insurance Services is on the show today to walk us through the differences and help us select the produc...
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Precision Livestock Farming Technologies for Sheep Production
From electronic ID tags and wearable sensors to drones, virtual fencing, and AI-powered health monitoring, Precision Livestock Farming tools are helping producers manage their flocks at the individual animal level. On the Sioux Nation Podcast t...
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The Metabolic Potential of Glycobolites
Glycobolites show promise as an alternative to synthetic additives in livestock feed. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Sabrina Zettell, Canadian Technical Service Manager with CBS Bio Platforms, explains what glycobolites are and how they rel...
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Make Crowd Gates work For You, not Against You
On the show today, Carolina Pinzon-Sanchez, Dairy Outreach Specialist with the University of Wisconsin Extension, is here to talk about crowd gates. We will explore:What crowd gates are and their function in a dairy operation
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Grinding Forward: Innovation in Kernel Processing with Scherer Inc.
Farmers rely on many different businesses to maintain successful operations. Scherer Inc. has been meeting producer needs through the company's cutting-edge work in mill rolls, roller mills, and kernel processors. On the show today, Director of...
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23:49
Cattle Implants
The subject of the Sioux Nation Podcast today is implants—those small but powerful tools that play a significant role in beef performance. But as feedlot dynamics shift and Days on Feed continue to stretch longer, producers are facing new quest...
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23:25
New Options for the Treatment of BRD
On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, we take a deeper dive into the challenge of BRD, including the most recent developments in treatment.
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24:25
Feeding Damaged Wheat to Cattle
On the show today, SDSU's Dr. Warren Rusche discusses what to consider when feeding cattle damaged wheat.
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Bovine Respiratory Disease Today
Since the late 1800s, producers have battled Bovine Respiratory Disease. Dr. David Prentice joins us today for a modern look at this issue.
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A Producer's Take on Livestock Production in the Midwest
South Dakota producer Stephanie Jung sits down with host Jill Funke on the Sioux Nation Podcast today to discuss livestock production, ranching as a way of life, and the importance of re-investing in the community.
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Sioux Nation Ag Center Junior Intern Reflections
College student Erica Starr joins the program today to talk about her experiences with the Jr. Internship at Sioux Nation Ag Center.
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Water Quality and Chlorine Dioxide Solutions
Water quality is essential, yet producers can become so busy putting out fires in other areas that they may tend to overlook the topic of water quality. Since experts believe that water is the most significant nutrient for most livestock, what ...
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Lab Partners Bolster Best Farming Practices
To realize success, farmers must turn to experts to help them confidently make informed and sustainable business decisions. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Dr. Nick Ward of Ward Laboratories explains how test analysis and recommendatio...
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One Size Fits All, Until it Doesn't
Livestock operations are all unique and deserve an approach that considers all the factors that can hasten or hamper their success. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, nutritionist Mandy Thomas returns to the show to break down the importance of...
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Reducing Unit Cost Production in Cow Calf Enterprises
While there is a lot to consider when examining the unit costs of production in cow-calf enterprises, producers should carefully weigh opportunities to reduce the unit cost of production and evaluate the potential ripple effects of the proposed...
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Do You Have Woody Plants in Your Pasture?
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 ...
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Conserving Soil Moisture During Dry Conditions
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 ...
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What Should Farmers Pay Themselves?
Farmers often have difficulty determining what their own time and labor is worth. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Tim Christenen, Field Specialist with the Farm Business Management team from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, help...
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The Benefits of Animal Acupuncture
Acupuncture stimulates energy flow, promotes healing, and relieves pain in animals. On the show today, Dr. Marissa Mogck explains how acupuncture is used to treat various conditions, improve performance, and enhance overall well-being.
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US Swine Health Improvement Plan
This episode of the Sioux Nation Podcast takes a closer look at the US Swine Health Improvement Plan
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Antibiotic Decision Making
Determining the need for and type of antibiotic for your herd's disease response can be challenging. Dr. Patrick Hoffman from Elanco Animal Health is on the show today to walk us through a process that helps ensure we make the right decisions.&...
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Medical Laser Treatment in Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Rochelle Reddig joins host Jill Funke on the Sioux Nation Podcast today to discuss the increasing popularity of medical laser treatment in veterinary medicine.
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9:47
Meet Sioux Nation's Newest Nutritionist
On this episode of the Sioux Nation Podcast, host Jill Funke introduces the company's newest nutritionist, discussing the commitment to strengthening herds and producer profits.
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8:51
South Dakota Corn Advocates for Farmers
Jim Ketelhut, SD Corn Utilization Council President, joins the program to talk about the purpose and activities of SD Corn and what the council means for growers in the state.
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12:36
New Cattle Electronic Identification Requirements
In November, radio frequency ID tags became mandatory for certain cattle and bison moving across state lines. In this episode of the Sioux Nation Podcast, our own Dr. Rochelle Reddig provides the background, specifics, and other helpful informa...
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