Livestock Wala'au

Curious about the hidden dynamics of Hawaii’s grasslands? Join us as we speak with Kevin Basienda, a passionate graduate researcher from the University of Hawaii, who has embarked on a mission to map out the lush yet invasive grass species across the islands. Intrigued by the complexities of these plant invaders, Kevin's journey led him to create the Hawaii Grass Atlas, a treasure trove of in...

What if you could transform your livestock management strategies with the latest updates and resources tailored just for you? Join us as Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand bring a treasure trove of information for livestock stakeholders in Hawaii and across the Western U.S. Discover the newly accessible small ruminant nutrition and management webinar videos, vital insurance coverage updates for Hawaii’s...

Ever wondered how integrating trees into pasture systems could revolutionize sustainable agriculture? Join us as we discuss this innovative practice with Travis Idol from the University of Hawaii. Discover how the Lucena tree, a nitrogen-fixing powerhouse with high protein content, is transforming silvopasture systems across tropical and subtropical regions. Our conversation highlights successful...

What if you could safeguard your livestock from the unpredictable whims of nature? Join Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand on the Livestock Wala'au podcast as we unravel vital updates and resources for livestock stakeholders in Hawaii and beyond. We're excited to announce the newly released Small Ruminant Nutrition and Management webinar videos on our Livestock Extension Group YouTube channel....

Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4 MINI Episode 4. We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates, and tools. Stay tuned for our upcoming episode with Dr. Raquel Wong from Hawaii Department of Agriculture. We discuss inter-island transportation of livestock. Links: Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaii Webinar Series: Link Here USDA Risk Management Agency...

Aloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we talk with Jen Livesy from the East Co Group about the Pasture, Range and Forage (PRF) program recently expanded to Hawaii, an effort supported by the USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA).  We also will hear from two producers, Marissa Taylor and Brian Sprenger, who have been using PRF in their operations. Listen in to learn more about PRF and how...

Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4 MINI Episode 4. We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates, and tools. Stay tuned for our upcoming episode with Jen Livsey, Founder/Agent EastCo Group, talking about the Pasture Range Forage program.  Resources:  Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaii Webinar Series: Link Here Small Ruminant Producer Management Survey:...

Aloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we will talk with our very own Shannon Sand. We discuss the intaking and onboarding of new employees and what you should consider when bringing on new hires into your operation.  Be sure to tune in and learn more! Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms !

Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4! We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates,  and tools. Stay tuned for our upcoming episode with our very own Shannon Sand! We discuss the intaking and onboarding of new employees for your operation! Women in Ag Book Club Information: Link Here   University of Nebraska-Lincoln Webinars: Link Here Thanks for listening! Check out ou...

Aloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we will talk with Dr. Caleb Reichhardt, the Assistant Professor of Livestock Production at UH Manoa, and three of his graduate students, Taya Blad, Jesus Rojas, and Shaye Nishimura. They discuss their research projects focusing on trace minerals, parasite burden, and muscle growth! They also discuss their current preliminary data and the importance...

Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4! We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates,  and tools. Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links: Hawaii:  UH Manoa CTAHR Livestock Extension Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaiʻi Webinar: REGISTRATION LINK HERE Mid-West: Women In Ag Book Club Information   Stay tuned for our next episode, where we talk with Dr. Caleb Reichha...

Aloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we will be talking with Melelani Oshiro, who is the Livestock Extension Agent at UH CTAHR. She will be discussing the importance of body condition scoring for assessing the nutritional health of your livestock. This tool can be incredibly useful, so be sure to tune in and learn more! Resources:  Body Condition Scores and Frame Scores For Beef Cattle...

Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4! We'll share upcoming workshops, seminars, and tools. Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links: Hawaii:  Hawaii BQA/BQAT In-Person Training: Registration and Info   Mid-West: Women In Ag Book Club Information   Job Opportunities: Livestock Extension Agents - UH CTAHR Extension:  Junior/Assistant Extension Agent (Livestock Maui County) (#84918) Junior/As...

Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we're joined by Cherryle Heu and Ryan Longman, who are here to share an exciting development for Hawai'i's ranchers. They've launched the Hawaii Rangeland Information Portal, or H-RIP, a tool designed to enhance productivity and sustainability in the ranching industry. Tune in to discover how this tool can benefit you! Resources:...

Aloha and thank you for tuning in to the Livestock Wala'au Season 3! In this MINI episode, we will share some upcoming workshops, seminars and tools! Please fill out our Feedback Fest survey! Resources: Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links: Hawaii: Leucaena Workshop Registration: https://forms.gle/cm36dLYgy1ApqsYx7 Sheep Management Survey: https://go.hawaii.edu/7gn Email mabran@hawaii.edu for more...

Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we have a conversation with Ruth Woiwode, an Assistant Professor for Animal Behavior and Well-Being at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. We will be discussing low-stress animal handling, its relevance to livestock, and its significant economic impacts. Tune in to learn more about this topic! Additional Resources:   Ruth Woiwode: Click Here for con...

Aloha and thank you for tuning in to the Livestock Wala'au Season 3! In this MINI episode, we will share some upcoming seminars and job opportunities. Please fill out our  Feedback Fest survey! Resources: Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links: HI: -Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation-Ag Day at the Capitol - February 8th from 11am-1pm - Cattlemen at the Capitol FEbruary 29th - Hawaii Range Camp will take p...

Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we "talk story" with our co-host, Shannon Sand about Break-Even Analysis. Shannon will be discussing what a break-even analysis is, how you can apply it to your operation, and also share some resources that can help you get started! Tune in to learn more!  Additional Resources:  Shannon Sand   - email: ssand2@unl.edu Using breakeven analys...

Aloha & Happy New Year!  In this MINI episode, we will be sharing about some upcoming seminars, funding programs and job opportunities. Resources: Job Opportunities: - Research Support Staff: CLICK HERE - Climate Smart Specialist: CLICK HERE Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links: NE and the West: - December Series, Live throughout Nebraska  & free to participate in: "So you’ve inherited a fa...

Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we "talk story" with John Hewlett, an Extension Educator at the University of Wyoming (UW). John is with the UW Department of Agriculture and Applied Economics and has a wide range of experience related to Risk Management in agriculture. Tune in to learn more about these programs!  Additional Resources:    John P. Hewlett   - email: hewlet...

Aloha and thank you for tuning in to the Livestock Wala'au Season 3! In this MINI episode, we will be sharing about some upcoming seminars and job opportunities. Resources: Job Opportunities: - Research Support Staff: CLICK HERE Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links: NE and the West: - Dec. 8-9: Grand Island Returning to the farm workshop for families: Click Here - Dec. 5th & 12th: Tax Strategie...

Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we talk story with Dr. Travis Idol about a Seedless Leucaena hybrids for sustainable silvopasture systems project that he is leading. He is an Associate Professor of Tropical Forestry and Agroforestry Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management (NREM) at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.  Thanks for listening! Check out our other...

Aloha and thank you for tuning in to the Livestock Wala'au Season 3! In this MINI episode, we will be talking with Kristin Kiriu, John Boyes, and Jennifer Balderas about some of the programs offered by the FSA Additional Resources: FSA Website: Click Here Farmers.gov Website: Click Here Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms !

Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we talk story with Dirk Charlson who is an Extension educator in the area of Digital Agriculture and Yiji Xiong who is a Precision Livestock Extension Specialist! Both are from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and have expertise in different areas of agriculture and technology! Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms !

Aloha! In this mini-episode, we share some updates and events going on in October, as well as our upcoming guest Dirk Charlson, in our next episode! Check out the links below! Check out our Feedback Fest survey! Hawaiʻi Beef Consumer Survey :  To better understand consumers' behavior when purchasing local beef, our team has created a short survey. You can access the survey by going to https:/...