The Sioux Nation Podcast

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, helps us tackle this topic.

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.

This episode of the Sioux Nation Podcast takes a closer look at the US Swine Health Improvement Plan

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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 information for producers who want to know more about the new regulations.

Dr. Seth Monegue returns to the Sioux Nation Podcast today to talk about the benefits of yeast bioactives and why producers should consider using them.

Forage seed development has been refined and perfected over the years. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Justin Freuchte from Renovo Seed talks about the unique needs of forage producers and how they assist with blending various species to produce feed that is tailored to the end user's operation.

On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Ag Business instructor Janelle Guericke talks about the Ag program at Mitchell Tech and how it helps prepare students for a career in the industry.

Producers can use all the support available to them. SowBridge brings information and solutions to current issues in the swine industry, which is why today's podcast is dedicated to that program.

Lysine plays an important role in cattle lactation, which is why we are discussing it on the episode today.

On the show today, Heather Gessner returns to help us consider all of the factors to make the best decision on what we should do with our cornstalks after harvest. 

On today's episode, Sioux Nation Ag Center Nutritionist Mandy Thomas helps take a closer look at livestock feed and feed ingredients/additives to help us increase our bottom line without starving the profit out of our herds.

It's not enough to focus solely on the ewes before breeding time. Rams need attention, too, so that they are in top form and prepared for the job!

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.

As much as we talk about the silent thief, cocci, there is still more to learn. On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Dr. Joe Dedrickson provides not only specific details about how coccidia can lead to a difficult gastrointestinal illness but also outlines best prevention practices we can adopt to avoid issues altogether. 

 A better understanding of the best heat abatement practices and planning strategies ahead can help livestock beat the heat this summer. On the show today, Emily Fread of PennState Extension highlights heat stress study findings that will help producers develop their hot weather plans.

Knowing what proteases are and their importance in cell behavior, as well as their role in breaking down proteins, can be essential for livestock producers. This episode of the Sioux Nation Podcast highlights how proteases help lower production costs and boost profits.

On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, Dr. Bill Swafford breaks down pinkeye prevention through vaccination, fly control, balanced nutrition, and pasture management.

It should come as no surprise that livestock parasites lower feed efficiency and negatively impact immune function, reproductive efficiency, weight, milk yield, calf yield, and carcass weight. We are also aware that the parasitic load leads to liver condemnations and disease transmission. On the program today, we talk about new control deworming methods and backing up those up with fecal sample te...

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. 

On the episode today, Sioux Nation Ag Center's own Mandy Thomas talks about how a little preparation and TLC can go a long way in managing stress levels in your sheep flock.

E. coli is a formidable opponent. Today on the Sioux Nation Podcast, we discuss employing both disease management and animal nutrition strategies as part of our strategy against the bacteria.