Maine Farmcast Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/maine-farmcast 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. © 2026 University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1ffa3083-125c-52ab-8288-7354827f53d4 no Colt Knight Glenda Pereira en Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:38:49 -0400 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:39:05 -0400 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast https://img.transistorcdn.com/rZPe3vOQPM9gN-9CMKSqbAf7_4yRq1nlDYyTrbpJbMQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85MDVj/NWQzMWQ2ZDZlNDMz/OGM4MjY0NGNiNjI1/ZjdkMi5qcGc.jpg Maine Farmcast https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast episodic University of Maine Cooperative Extension 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. 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. University of Maine Cooperative Extension No No Insuring the Farm: What Every Producer Should Know with Courtney Morse 102 102 Insuring the Farm: What Every Producer Should Know with Courtney Morse full c78c21ff-8a02-45f2-8f0c-138bd9f3cddb https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-102/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Colt W. Knight sits down with Courtney Morse of Robinson Insurance Agency to discuss a topic many farmers avoid until it is too late: farm insurance. From hobby farms to full-scale agribusinesses, Morse shares practical insights on how insurance needs evolve as operations grow and diversify. The conversation highlights common misconceptions, including the risks of relying solely on homeowners policies and the importance of clearly communicating farm activities, side businesses and livestock ownership to an insurance provider.

Listeners will gain a better understanding of how to protect their farms through comprehensive coverage options that combine property, liability, livestock and business assets into a single farm package. The episode explores real-world scenarios, including storm damage, equipment losses, agritourism risks and livestock liability, while emphasizing the value of proactive planning and honest conversations with an insurance agent. Whether starting out or expanding into farm stands, events or direct sales, the episode offers guidance to help safeguard operations and avoid costly surprises.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Colt W. Knight sits down with Courtney Morse of Robinson Insurance Agency to discuss a topic many farmers avoid until it is too late: farm insurance. From hobby farms to full-scale agribusinesses, Morse shares practical insights on how insurance needs evolve as operations grow and diversify. The conversation highlights common misconceptions, including the risks of relying solely on homeowners policies and the importance of clearly communicating farm activities, side businesses and livestock ownership to an insurance provider.

Listeners will gain a better understanding of how to protect their farms through comprehensive coverage options that combine property, liability, livestock and business assets into a single farm package. The episode explores real-world scenarios, including storm damage, equipment losses, agritourism risks and livestock liability, while emphasizing the value of proactive planning and honest conversations with an insurance agent. Whether starting out or expanding into farm stands, events or direct sales, the episode offers guidance to help safeguard operations and avoid costly surprises.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

]]> Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:25:07 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1998 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Colt W. Knight sits down with Courtney Morse of Robinson Insurance Agency to discuss a topic many farmers avoid until it is too late: farm insurance. From hobby farms to full-scale agribusinesses, Morse shares practical insights on how insurance needs evolve as operations grow and diversify. The conversation highlights common misconceptions, including the risks of relying solely on homeowners policies and the importance of clearly communicating farm activities, side businesses and livestock ownership to an insurance provider.

Listeners will gain a better understanding of how to protect their farms through comprehensive coverage options that combine property, liability, livestock and business assets into a single farm package. The episode explores real-world scenarios, including storm damage, equipment losses, agritourism risks and livestock liability, while emphasizing the value of proactive planning and honest conversations with an insurance agent. Whether starting out or expanding into farm stands, events or direct sales, the episode offers guidance to help safeguard operations and avoid costly surprises.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Emerging Threats to Plant Health: A Discussion on Fusarium Diseases of Garlic With Dr. Alicyn Smart 101 101 Emerging Threats to Plant Health: A Discussion on Fusarium Diseases of Garlic With Dr. Alicyn Smart full f5ebb929-bd6b-4e76-89c0-22aed891adb4 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-101/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a doctor of plant medicine and plant pathologist and director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Maine. Dr. Smart also is the executive director of the National Plant Diagnostic Network. One goal of the network is to strengthen U.S. agricultural biodefense and enable rapid communication and response to new pathogens.

The UMaine Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory has seen an increase in an emerging garlic pathogen, fusarium. Her team has sought funding to address major unknowns about fusarium and hopes to develop resistant garlic, improve diagnostic detection tools and identify cultural practices to reduce the disease in garlic plants.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a doctor of plant medicine and plant pathologist and director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Maine. Dr. Smart also is the executive director of the National Plant Diagnostic Network. One goal of the network is to strengthen U.S. agricultural biodefense and enable rapid communication and response to new pathogens.

The UMaine Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory has seen an increase in an emerging garlic pathogen, fusarium. Her team has sought funding to address major unknowns about fusarium and hopes to develop resistant garlic, improve diagnostic detection tools and identify cultural practices to reduce the disease in garlic plants.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

]]> Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:15:22 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1219 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a doctor of plant medicine and plant pathologist and director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Maine. Dr. Smart also is the executive director of the National Plant Diagnostic Network. One goal of the network is to strengthen U.S. agricultural biodefense and enable rapid communication and response to new pathogens.

The UMaine Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory has seen an increase in an emerging garlic pathogen, fusarium. Her team has sought funding to address major unknowns about fusarium and hopes to develop resistant garlic, improve diagnostic detection tools and identify cultural practices to reduce the disease in garlic plants.

University of Maine Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity institution and provider committed to nondiscrimination. For more information, visit extension.umaine.edu/nondiscrimination.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Kick This Pig: 100 Episodes Later 100 100 Kick This Pig: 100 Episodes Later full 1418c4d8-41b4-49bf-9713-98d6dcb9fc04 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-100/ After 100 episodes of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take a moment to reflect on the journey. What started as a leap into the unknown has grown into a weekly podcast connecting farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals across the country. Guided by the simple mindset of “just do it,” this milestone episode looks back at the early days, the evolution of the show, and how conversations with guests have influenced both the podcast and their Extension work.

Along the way, Colt and Glenda revisit some of their favorite moments, from meaningful discussions on sustainability and calf care to unforgettable stories and lighthearted debates, including the ongoing chocolate milk conversation. Blending humor, insight, and gratitude, this episode captures the heart of the Maine Farmcast: real conversations, practical knowledge, and the people who shape agriculture every day. Whether you’ve been listening since Episode 1 or are just tuning in, this episode celebrates 100 episodes and looks ahead to what’s next.

Featured Maine Farmcast Episodes

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]]> After 100 episodes of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take a moment to reflect on the journey. What started as a leap into the unknown has grown into a weekly podcast connecting farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals across the country. Guided by the simple mindset of “just do it,” this milestone episode looks back at the early days, the evolution of the show, and how conversations with guests have influenced both the podcast and their Extension work.

Along the way, Colt and Glenda revisit some of their favorite moments, from meaningful discussions on sustainability and calf care to unforgettable stories and lighthearted debates, including the ongoing chocolate milk conversation. Blending humor, insight, and gratitude, this episode captures the heart of the Maine Farmcast: real conversations, practical knowledge, and the people who shape agriculture every day. Whether you’ve been listening since Episode 1 or are just tuning in, this episode celebrates 100 episodes and looks ahead to what’s next.

Featured Maine Farmcast Episodes

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:45:01 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2537 After 100 episodes of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take a moment to reflect on the journey. What started as a leap into the unknown has grown into a weekly podcast connecting farmers, researchers, and agricultural professionals across the country. Guided by the simple mindset of “just do it,” this milestone episode looks back at the early days, the evolution of the show, and how conversations with guests have influenced both the podcast and their Extension work.

Along the way, Colt and Glenda revisit some of their favorite moments, from meaningful discussions on sustainability and calf care to unforgettable stories and lighthearted debates, including the ongoing chocolate milk conversation. Blending humor, insight, and gratitude, this episode captures the heart of the Maine Farmcast: real conversations, practical knowledge, and the people who shape agriculture every day. Whether you’ve been listening since Episode 1 or are just tuning in, this episode celebrates 100 episodes and looks ahead to what’s next.

Featured Maine Farmcast Episodes

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]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Why Maine Farmers Need Marketing, Not Just Better Fences with Erin Percival Carter 99 99 Why Maine Farmers Need Marketing, Not Just Better Fences with Erin Percival Carter full 3ed5e1f4-cf0c-4158-b799-46c8af686f24 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-99/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt Knight and Glenda Pereira are joined by Dr. Erin Percival Carter, associate professor of marketing at the University of Maine, to examine one of the biggest challenges facing Maine farmers today: making farm businesses profitable while competing outside the commodity system. Drawing on her background in agriculture, consumer behavior research and farming experience, Carter explains why simply being a good farmer is not enough and why marketing, pricing and understanding target customers are critical to long-term success. From the realities of Maine’s higher production costs to the limits of “if you build it, they will come” thinking, the conversation reframes marketing as a necessary business tool rather than an afterthought.

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]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt Knight and Glenda Pereira are joined by Dr. Erin Percival Carter, associate professor of marketing at the University of Maine, to examine one of the biggest challenges facing Maine farmers today: making farm businesses profitable while competing outside the commodity system. Drawing on her background in agriculture, consumer behavior research and farming experience, Carter explains why simply being a good farmer is not enough and why marketing, pricing and understanding target customers are critical to long-term success. From the realities of Maine’s higher production costs to the limits of “if you build it, they will come” thinking, the conversation reframes marketing as a necessary business tool rather than an afterthought.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:49:15 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2553 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt Knight and Glenda Pereira are joined by Dr. Erin Percival Carter, associate professor of marketing at the University of Maine, to examine one of the biggest challenges facing Maine farmers today: making farm businesses profitable while competing outside the commodity system. Drawing on her background in agriculture, consumer behavior research and farming experience, Carter explains why simply being a good farmer is not enough and why marketing, pricing and understanding target customers are critical to long-term success. From the realities of Maine’s higher production costs to the limits of “if you build it, they will come” thinking, the conversation reframes marketing as a necessary business tool rather than an afterthought.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Corn Silage Hybrids: Understanding the Influence of Management, Weather and Genetics with Joe Lawrence 98 98 Corn Silage Hybrids: Understanding the Influence of Management, Weather and Genetics with Joe Lawrence full 726243ba-411e-407f-a4f7-5c4bbf7a03da https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-98/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Joe Lawrence, dairy forage systems specialist with the Cornell PRO-DAIRY team. Lawrence works with the New York dairy industry as a private-sector certified crop adviser and as a field crops educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension. They discuss the annual Commercial Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program in New York and Vermont and its application to the Northeast and dairy farms.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Joe Lawrence, dairy forage systems specialist with the Cornell PRO-DAIRY team. Lawrence works with the New York dairy industry as a private-sector certified crop adviser and as a field crops educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension. They discuss the annual Commercial Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program in New York and Vermont and its application to the Northeast and dairy farms.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:42:14 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1743 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Joe Lawrence, dairy forage systems specialist with the Cornell PRO-DAIRY team. Lawrence works with the New York dairy industry as a private-sector certified crop adviser and as a field crops educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension. They discuss the annual Commercial Corn Silage Hybrid Evaluation Program in New York and Vermont and its application to the Northeast and dairy farms.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Inside the Sample: How DNA Testing Transforms Farm Management with Dr. Tom Rounsville 97 97 Inside the Sample: How DNA Testing Transforms Farm Management with Dr. Tom Rounsville full aa3a7b74-3901-486a-a85a-bbf1626a9f64 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-97/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt and Glenda are joined by Dr. Tom Rounsville, an applied molecular genetics specialist with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, for an engaging, wide-ranging conversation that blends humor, science and real-world problem-solving. What starts as a spirited debate about bald eagles, hawks and other wildlife quickly transitions into Dr. Rounsville's work applying molecular tools and DNA technologies to challenges facing Maine residents, producers and natural resources. He explains how genetic testing and molecular diagnostics are used across Extension programs, from veterinary and plant disease diagnostics to aquaculture and wildlife research, highlighting how these tools help identify pathogens, species and emerging risks.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt and Glenda are joined by Dr. Tom Rounsville, an applied molecular genetics specialist with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, for an engaging, wide-ranging conversation that blends humor, science and real-world problem-solving. What starts as a spirited debate about bald eagles, hawks and other wildlife quickly transitions into Dr. Rounsville's work applying molecular tools and DNA technologies to challenges facing Maine residents, producers and natural resources. He explains how genetic testing and molecular diagnostics are used across Extension programs, from veterinary and plant disease diagnostics to aquaculture and wildlife research, highlighting how these tools help identify pathogens, species and emerging risks.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:35:13 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 3846 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, hosts Colt and Glenda are joined by Dr. Tom Rounsville, an applied molecular genetics specialist with University of Maine Cooperative Extension, for an engaging, wide-ranging conversation that blends humor, science and real-world problem-solving. What starts as a spirited debate about bald eagles, hawks and other wildlife quickly transitions into Dr. Rounsville's work applying molecular tools and DNA technologies to challenges facing Maine residents, producers and natural resources. He explains how genetic testing and molecular diagnostics are used across Extension programs, from veterinary and plant disease diagnostics to aquaculture and wildlife research, highlighting how these tools help identify pathogens, species and emerging risks.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine's Most Influential Sheep: A History of the Katahdin Breed with Tom Hodgman 96 96 Maine's Most Influential Sheep: A History of the Katahdin Breed with Tom Hodgman full d0300357-4192-4d4e-9470-478a6b676890 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-96/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by returning guest Tom Hodgman. The conversation includes the origin story of the Katahdin sheep, a breed developed right here in Maine that has gone on to become one of the most influential sheep breeds in North America. Tom explains how the Katahdin breed came about from a decades-long vision by Maine breeder Michael Piel.

The conversation spans everything from breed development and record-keeping to genetics, hybrid vigor, parasite resistance, and why Katahdins are uniquely suited for modern production systems such as intensive grazing and solar grazing. Along the way, we discuss what makes this hair sheep breed so adaptable, why data-driven selection matters, and how Maine quietly played a major role in shaping a national livestock success story. Whether you are a sheep producer, a genetics nerd, or just love a good agricultural origin story, this episode offers insight, perspective and plenty of appreciation for a breed whose time has truly come.

More information about the Katahdin breed:

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by returning guest Tom Hodgman. The conversation includes the origin story of the Katahdin sheep, a breed developed right here in Maine that has gone on to become one of the most influential sheep breeds in North America. Tom explains how the Katahdin breed came about from a decades-long vision by Maine breeder Michael Piel.

The conversation spans everything from breed development and record-keeping to genetics, hybrid vigor, parasite resistance, and why Katahdins are uniquely suited for modern production systems such as intensive grazing and solar grazing. Along the way, we discuss what makes this hair sheep breed so adaptable, why data-driven selection matters, and how Maine quietly played a major role in shaping a national livestock success story. Whether you are a sheep producer, a genetics nerd, or just love a good agricultural origin story, this episode offers insight, perspective and plenty of appreciation for a breed whose time has truly come.

More information about the Katahdin breed:

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:52:50 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2008 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by returning guest Tom Hodgman. The conversation includes the origin story of the Katahdin sheep, a breed developed right here in Maine that has gone on to become one of the most influential sheep breeds in North America. Tom explains how the Katahdin breed came about from a decades-long vision by Maine breeder Michael Piel.

The conversation spans everything from breed development and record-keeping to genetics, hybrid vigor, parasite resistance, and why Katahdins are uniquely suited for modern production systems such as intensive grazing and solar grazing. Along the way, we discuss what makes this hair sheep breed so adaptable, why data-driven selection matters, and how Maine quietly played a major role in shaping a national livestock success story. Whether you are a sheep producer, a genetics nerd, or just love a good agricultural origin story, this episode offers insight, perspective and plenty of appreciation for a breed whose time has truly come.

More information about the Katahdin breed:

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Potatoes and Midcoast Maine with Brett Johnson 95 95 Potatoes and Midcoast Maine with Brett Johnson full b93629ef-af40-4795-9604-75c5dd8eded8 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-95/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, an assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Brett Johnson, an assistant Extension professor and the sustainable agriculture and farm business management educator. The episode focuses on Johnson’s programming, including learning about and addressing agricultural needs in Midcoast Maine, as well as potato varieties and products.

  • Learn more about Brett Johnson:
    https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/brett-johnson/ 
  • UMaine Extension events in Waldo County:
    https://extension.umaine.edu/waldo/events/

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, an assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Brett Johnson, an assistant Extension professor and the sustainable agriculture and farm business management educator. The episode focuses on Johnson’s programming, including learning about and addressing agricultural needs in Midcoast Maine, as well as potato varieties and products.

  • Learn more about Brett Johnson:
    https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/brett-johnson/ 
  • UMaine Extension events in Waldo County:
    https://extension.umaine.edu/waldo/events/

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:53:11 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1964 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, an assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Brett Johnson, an assistant Extension professor and the sustainable agriculture and farm business management educator. The episode focuses on Johnson’s programming, including learning about and addressing agricultural needs in Midcoast Maine, as well as potato varieties and products.

  • Learn more about Brett Johnson:
    https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/brett-johnson/ 
  • UMaine Extension events in Waldo County:
    https://extension.umaine.edu/waldo/events/

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Robots, Research and Really Good Chocolate Milk with Patricia Henderson 94 94 Robots, Research and Really Good Chocolate Milk with Patricia Henderson full ea4b0e4f-78a9-4623-be7f-25d4b4716476 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-94/ Glenda and Colt sit down with Patricia Henderson, farm superintendent of the J.F. Witter Center at the University of Maine. Henderson shares her journey from growing up on a diversified livestock farm in Aroostook County to becoming a UMaine alum and helping develop the university’s robotic milking facility. The conversation highlights student learning, faculty research and livestock programs, along with a spirited and surprisingly passionate debate about the best chocolate milk.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Glenda and Colt sit down with Patricia Henderson, farm superintendent of the J.F. Witter Center at the University of Maine. Henderson shares her journey from growing up on a diversified livestock farm in Aroostook County to becoming a UMaine alum and helping develop the university’s robotic milking facility. The conversation highlights student learning, faculty research and livestock programs, along with a spirited and surprisingly passionate debate about the best chocolate milk.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 18 Feb 2026 10:07:38 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2294 Glenda and Colt sit down with Patricia Henderson, farm superintendent of the J.F. Witter Center at the University of Maine. Henderson shares her journey from growing up on a diversified livestock farm in Aroostook County to becoming a UMaine alum and helping develop the university’s robotic milking facility. The conversation highlights student learning, faculty research and livestock programs, along with a spirited and surprisingly passionate debate about the best chocolate milk.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Navigating Vet School Applications with Maddy Philbrick (Part 2) 93 93 Navigating Vet School Applications with Maddy Philbrick (Part 2) full 697e3953-b4ef-41b7-b522-c73254088772 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-93/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy Philbrick, a UMaine graduate who is now attending veterinary school. This is a two-part series in which Maddy discusses her journey in applying to and getting accepted to veterinary school. During this second episode, Maddy discusses choosing your school and doing research, interviewing for vet school, paying for vet school, and other tips and tricks.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy Philbrick, a UMaine graduate who is now attending veterinary school. This is a two-part series in which Maddy discusses her journey in applying to and getting accepted to veterinary school. During this second episode, Maddy discusses choosing your school and doing research, interviewing for vet school, paying for vet school, and other tips and tricks.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:46:28 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1402 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy Philbrick, a UMaine graduate who is now attending veterinary school. This is a two-part series in which Maddy discusses her journey in applying to and getting accepted to veterinary school. During this second episode, Maddy discusses choosing your school and doing research, interviewing for vet school, paying for vet school, and other tips and tricks.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Navigating Vet School Applications with Maddy Philbrick (Part 1) 92 92 Navigating Vet School Applications with Maddy Philbrick (Part 1) full 72528b4a-44c2-40b8-b6db-1065a778f63f https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-92/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Maddy Philbrick, a UMaine graduate who is now attending veterinary school. This two-part series follows Philbrick’s journey through the veterinary school application and acceptance process. In part one, she discusses application timelines, letters of recommendation, and crafting a personal statement. Tune in next week for part two.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Maddy Philbrick, a UMaine graduate who is now attending veterinary school. This two-part series follows Philbrick’s journey through the veterinary school application and acceptance process. In part one, she discusses application timelines, letters of recommendation, and crafting a personal statement. Tune in next week for part two.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:40:45 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1332 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, talks with Maddy Philbrick, a UMaine graduate who is now attending veterinary school. This two-part series follows Philbrick’s journey through the veterinary school application and acceptance process. In part one, she discusses application timelines, letters of recommendation, and crafting a personal statement. Tune in next week for part two.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Diagnosing Plant Problems with Dr. Alicyn Smart 91 91 Diagnosing Plant Problems with Dr. Alicyn Smart full 1a43e500-3490-4a34-8192-533042a08ef9 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-91/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a doctor of plant medicine and the plant pathologist and director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Maine. As a plant pathologist, Dr. Smart helps her clients diagnose plant pathogen issues with a goal of minimizing and preventing plant health diseases. Dr. Smart is also the executive director of the National Plant Diagnostic Network.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a doctor of plant medicine and the plant pathologist and director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Maine. As a plant pathologist, Dr. Smart helps her clients diagnose plant pathogen issues with a goal of minimizing and preventing plant health diseases. Dr. Smart is also the executive director of the National Plant Diagnostic Network.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:22:45 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1453 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Alicyn Smart, a doctor of plant medicine and the plant pathologist and director of the Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Maine. As a plant pathologist, Dr. Smart helps her clients diagnose plant pathogen issues with a goal of minimizing and preventing plant health diseases. Dr. Smart is also the executive director of the National Plant Diagnostic Network.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine’s Fields, Forests, and Food Systems: An Interview with Amanda E. Beal, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) 90 90 Maine’s Fields, Forests, and Food Systems: An Interview with Amanda E. Beal, Commissioner of the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) full 140b6b17-7caa-4bfc-bf85-397acd4a290f https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-90/ Recorded live from the 2026 Maine Agricultural Trades Show, this special episode of the Maine Farmcast features an in-depth conversation with Maine Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Amanda Beal. Commissioner Beal joins hosts Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Colt Knight to reflect on her agricultural roots, career path, and current role leading one of Maine’s most vital agencies. From growing up on a dairy farm to serving as President of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Beal shares insights on leadership, collaboration, and the importance of saying “yes” to hard opportunities.

The discussion also explores what makes Maine agriculture unique, including its diversity of farms and commodities and the strength of its agricultural community, and looks ahead to the future. Commissioner Beal highlights key initiatives focused on climate resilience, healthy soils, drought preparedness, market access, and youth and women in agriculture, including Maine’s recognition of 2026 as the Year of Women in Agriculture. This live episode captures both the energy of the Trade Show floor and a thoughtful conversation about where Maine agriculture has been and where it is headed.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Recorded live from the 2026 Maine Agricultural Trades Show, this special episode of the Maine Farmcast features an in-depth conversation with Maine Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Amanda Beal. Commissioner Beal joins hosts Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Colt Knight to reflect on her agricultural roots, career path, and current role leading one of Maine’s most vital agencies. From growing up on a dairy farm to serving as President of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Beal shares insights on leadership, collaboration, and the importance of saying “yes” to hard opportunities.

The discussion also explores what makes Maine agriculture unique, including its diversity of farms and commodities and the strength of its agricultural community, and looks ahead to the future. Commissioner Beal highlights key initiatives focused on climate resilience, healthy soils, drought preparedness, market access, and youth and women in agriculture, including Maine’s recognition of 2026 as the Year of Women in Agriculture. This live episode captures both the energy of the Trade Show floor and a thoughtful conversation about where Maine agriculture has been and where it is headed.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:22:22 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1587 Recorded live from the 2026 Maine Agricultural Trades Show, this special episode of the Maine Farmcast features an in-depth conversation with Maine Commissioner of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Amanda Beal. Commissioner Beal joins hosts Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Colt Knight to reflect on her agricultural roots, career path, and current role leading one of Maine’s most vital agencies. From growing up on a dairy farm to serving as President of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Beal shares insights on leadership, collaboration, and the importance of saying “yes” to hard opportunities.

The discussion also explores what makes Maine agriculture unique, including its diversity of farms and commodities and the strength of its agricultural community, and looks ahead to the future. Commissioner Beal highlights key initiatives focused on climate resilience, healthy soils, drought preparedness, market access, and youth and women in agriculture, including Maine’s recognition of 2026 as the Year of Women in Agriculture. This live episode captures both the energy of the Trade Show floor and a thoughtful conversation about where Maine agriculture has been and where it is headed.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Udderly Educational: Learning from Experts at the Northeast Regional 2025 Dairy Challenge 89 89 Udderly Educational: Learning from Experts at the Northeast Regional 2025 Dairy Challenge full 68faf510-ce9d-4ff0-b6a9-8b2c7ec4a159 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-89/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, records an episode on the road. During October 2025, Glenda traveled to Wooster, Ohio for the 2025 Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge where 88 students participated in a farm evaluation competition. At the competition, there were many dairy experts present who provided mentorship and support to students at the competition. This was an opportunity to speak with experts; Doug Benedict from Dairy one Integrated Farming Solutions discussed network and IT on dairy farms and Dr. Philip Schroeder who is a Professor and Department Chair at Alfred State College in NY, discussed his knowledge of soil properties. The dairy challenge is a great place to network and learn from the dairy industries leading experts. 

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, records an episode on the road. During October 2025, Glenda traveled to Wooster, Ohio for the 2025 Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge where 88 students participated in a farm evaluation competition. At the competition, there were many dairy experts present who provided mentorship and support to students at the competition. This was an opportunity to speak with experts; Doug Benedict from Dairy one Integrated Farming Solutions discussed network and IT on dairy farms and Dr. Philip Schroeder who is a Professor and Department Chair at Alfred State College in NY, discussed his knowledge of soil properties. The dairy challenge is a great place to network and learn from the dairy industries leading experts. 

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2026 10:27:57 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1193 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, records an episode on the road. During October 2025, Glenda traveled to Wooster, Ohio for the 2025 Northeast Regional Dairy Challenge where 88 students participated in a farm evaluation competition. At the competition, there were many dairy experts present who provided mentorship and support to students at the competition. This was an opportunity to speak with experts; Doug Benedict from Dairy one Integrated Farming Solutions discussed network and IT on dairy farms and Dr. Philip Schroeder who is a Professor and Department Chair at Alfred State College in NY, discussed his knowledge of soil properties. The dairy challenge is a great place to network and learn from the dairy industries leading experts. 

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Lambing Without Guesswork: Experience-Driven Sheep Management with Tom Hodgman 88 88 Lambing Without Guesswork: Experience-Driven Sheep Management with Tom Hodgman full 170dce6c-986b-4f55-814c-9a2240058a44 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-88/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we head to Waldoview Farm in Winterport, Maine, to sit down with longtime sheep producer Tom Hodgman for a deep, practical conversation on lambing season preparation and small ruminant management. With decades of experience raising Katahdin sheep, Tom shares what really matters when lambing time approaches—from body condition scoring and breeding management to stocking the medicine cabinet, setting up a lambing space, and knowing when preparation can make the difference between losing and saving lambs. This is a boots-on-the-ground discussion rooted in real-world experience, not theory.

Tom and his team are hosting a hands-on workshop this upcoming February 2026. Be sure to follow the link below if you would like to sign up and attend this workshop.

Contact Tom Hodgman:
https://www.katahdinsforsale.com/lambing-workshop/
https://www.facebook.com/waldoviewkatahdins/

Recommended books and resources:
Managing Your Ewe And Her Newborn Lambs by Laura Lawson
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/managing-your-ewe-and-her-newborn-lambs-9780963392312 

Small Ruminant:Production Medicine and Management
Cody W. Faerber, DVM,Lyle G. McNeal, Ph.D,Robert L. Harding, DVM,Kevin L. Hill, DVM,J. D. Bobb, DVM,Scott Horner,Jonathan Merriam,S. Mario Durrant, DVM
Animal Health Publications, 2004 - Goats
https://www.abebooks.com/9780970115959/Small-Ruminant-Production-Medicine-Management-0970115954/plp

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we head to Waldoview Farm in Winterport, Maine, to sit down with longtime sheep producer Tom Hodgman for a deep, practical conversation on lambing season preparation and small ruminant management. With decades of experience raising Katahdin sheep, Tom shares what really matters when lambing time approaches—from body condition scoring and breeding management to stocking the medicine cabinet, setting up a lambing space, and knowing when preparation can make the difference between losing and saving lambs. This is a boots-on-the-ground discussion rooted in real-world experience, not theory.

Tom and his team are hosting a hands-on workshop this upcoming February 2026. Be sure to follow the link below if you would like to sign up and attend this workshop.

Contact Tom Hodgman:
https://www.katahdinsforsale.com/lambing-workshop/
https://www.facebook.com/waldoviewkatahdins/

Recommended books and resources:
Managing Your Ewe And Her Newborn Lambs by Laura Lawson
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/managing-your-ewe-and-her-newborn-lambs-9780963392312 

Small Ruminant:Production Medicine and Management
Cody W. Faerber, DVM,Lyle G. McNeal, Ph.D,Robert L. Harding, DVM,Kevin L. Hill, DVM,J. D. Bobb, DVM,Scott Horner,Jonathan Merriam,S. Mario Durrant, DVM
Animal Health Publications, 2004 - Goats
https://www.abebooks.com/9780970115959/Small-Ruminant-Production-Medicine-Management-0970115954/plp

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:51:51 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 3294 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we head to Waldoview Farm in Winterport, Maine, to sit down with longtime sheep producer Tom Hodgman for a deep, practical conversation on lambing season preparation and small ruminant management. With decades of experience raising Katahdin sheep, Tom shares what really matters when lambing time approaches—from body condition scoring and breeding management to stocking the medicine cabinet, setting up a lambing space, and knowing when preparation can make the difference between losing and saving lambs. This is a boots-on-the-ground discussion rooted in real-world experience, not theory.

Tom and his team are hosting a hands-on workshop this upcoming February 2026. Be sure to follow the link below if you would like to sign up and attend this workshop.

Contact Tom Hodgman:
https://www.katahdinsforsale.com/lambing-workshop/
https://www.facebook.com/waldoviewkatahdins/

Recommended books and resources:
Managing Your Ewe And Her Newborn Lambs by Laura Lawson
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/product/detail/managing-your-ewe-and-her-newborn-lambs-9780963392312 

Small Ruminant:Production Medicine and Management
Cody W. Faerber, DVM,Lyle G. McNeal, Ph.D,Robert L. Harding, DVM,Kevin L. Hill, DVM,J. D. Bobb, DVM,Scott Horner,Jonathan Merriam,S. Mario Durrant, DVM
Animal Health Publications, 2004 - Goats
https://www.abebooks.com/9780970115959/Small-Ruminant-Production-Medicine-Management-0970115954/plp

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Digging Deep: Understanding Soil Health and Fertility 87 87 Digging Deep: Understanding Soil Health and Fertility full 56d058a1-9ada-485c-98cd-8c9c73887876 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-87/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight sits down with Dr. Jaime Garzon of UMaine Extension and Dr. Leandro Vieira from Louisiana State University to dig into what really makes soil healthy. The trio explores the critical relationship between soil fertility, structure, and biology, from pH and organic matter to microbial diversity and grazing management. Dr. Vieira shares his journey from a ranching family in southern Brazil to soil science research in the U.S., while Dr. Garzon explains how Maine’s acidic soils and high organic matter present both challenges and opportunities for producers.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of why soil testing is the foundation of any fertility plan, how overgrazing affects both root structure and soil integrity, and why balancing nutrients is essential for forage production. With practical examples, lively discussion, and even a few Florida field stories involving hurricanes, gators, and raccoons, this episode blends science and humor to help farmers manage their land more effectively, one soil sample at a time.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight sits down with Dr. Jaime Garzon of UMaine Extension and Dr. Leandro Vieira from Louisiana State University to dig into what really makes soil healthy. The trio explores the critical relationship between soil fertility, structure, and biology, from pH and organic matter to microbial diversity and grazing management. Dr. Vieira shares his journey from a ranching family in southern Brazil to soil science research in the U.S., while Dr. Garzon explains how Maine’s acidic soils and high organic matter present both challenges and opportunities for producers.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of why soil testing is the foundation of any fertility plan, how overgrazing affects both root structure and soil integrity, and why balancing nutrients is essential for forage production. With practical examples, lively discussion, and even a few Florida field stories involving hurricanes, gators, and raccoons, this episode blends science and humor to help farmers manage their land more effectively, one soil sample at a time.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 31 Dec 2025 08:35:10 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 3839 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight sits down with Dr. Jaime Garzon of UMaine Extension and Dr. Leandro Vieira from Louisiana State University to dig into what really makes soil healthy. The trio explores the critical relationship between soil fertility, structure, and biology, from pH and organic matter to microbial diversity and grazing management. Dr. Vieira shares his journey from a ranching family in southern Brazil to soil science research in the U.S., while Dr. Garzon explains how Maine’s acidic soils and high organic matter present both challenges and opportunities for producers.

Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of why soil testing is the foundation of any fertility plan, how overgrazing affects both root structure and soil integrity, and why balancing nutrients is essential for forage production. With practical examples, lively discussion, and even a few Florida field stories involving hurricanes, gators, and raccoons, this episode blends science and humor to help farmers manage their land more effectively, one soil sample at a time.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine Christmas Tree Industry Spotlight with Brett Johnson 86 86 Maine Christmas Tree Industry Spotlight with Brett Johnson full c1cf7a58-2c60-422f-a356-c65774c01cef https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-86/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Brett Johnson, Assistant Extension Professor and Sustainable Agriculture and Farm Business Management Educator. They have a cheerful conversation about Maine Christmas tree production, and Brett shares tips on how to keep a live tree healthy for a longer period of time. You can contact Brett at 207.832.0343 or brett.w.johnson@maine.edu.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Brett Johnson, Assistant Extension Professor and Sustainable Agriculture and Farm Business Management Educator. They have a cheerful conversation about Maine Christmas tree production, and Brett shares tips on how to keep a live tree healthy for a longer period of time. You can contact Brett at 207.832.0343 or brett.w.johnson@maine.edu.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 24 Dec 2025 09:52:12 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 778 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, speaks with Brett Johnson, Assistant Extension Professor and Sustainable Agriculture and Farm Business Management Educator. They have a cheerful conversation about Maine Christmas tree production, and Brett shares tips on how to keep a live tree healthy for a longer period of time. You can contact Brett at 207.832.0343 or brett.w.johnson@maine.edu.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Swientists Unite: Biosecurity and Beyond – Keeping the Bacon Safe 85 85 Swientists Unite: Biosecurity and Beyond – Keeping the Bacon Safe full f2561a86-f33b-412e-a227-2ece918fef9f https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-85/ In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Nolting, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Animal Biosecurity at The Ohio State University, to discuss one of the most critical threats facing agriculture today, African Swine Fever (ASF). Dr. Nolting shares her journey from growing up on a small Ohio hobby farm to leading national education and preparedness efforts for the U.S. swine industry. Together, they explore the origins of her innovative Swientist Program, a nationwide youth initiative that uses hands-on education to teach disease prevention, animal handling, and real-world biosecurity practices.

Listeners will gain practical insight into how to prevent the spread of disease, from safe quarantine and disinfection protocols to responsible livestock exhibition and international travel precautions. Dr. Knight and Dr. Nolting break down the science behind ASF and why proactive education is the key to protecting herds both large and small. Whether you raise one pig or one thousand, this episode delivers the essential knowledge every producer needs to help keep our pigs healthy, our farms strong, and our bacon safe.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Nolting, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Animal Biosecurity at The Ohio State University, to discuss one of the most critical threats facing agriculture today, African Swine Fever (ASF). Dr. Nolting shares her journey from growing up on a small Ohio hobby farm to leading national education and preparedness efforts for the U.S. swine industry. Together, they explore the origins of her innovative Swientist Program, a nationwide youth initiative that uses hands-on education to teach disease prevention, animal handling, and real-world biosecurity practices.

Listeners will gain practical insight into how to prevent the spread of disease, from safe quarantine and disinfection protocols to responsible livestock exhibition and international travel precautions. Dr. Knight and Dr. Nolting break down the science behind ASF and why proactive education is the key to protecting herds both large and small. Whether you raise one pig or one thousand, this episode delivers the essential knowledge every producer needs to help keep our pigs healthy, our farms strong, and our bacon safe.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:59:12 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2058 In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Dr. Jacqueline Nolting, Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Animal Biosecurity at The Ohio State University, to discuss one of the most critical threats facing agriculture today, African Swine Fever (ASF). Dr. Nolting shares her journey from growing up on a small Ohio hobby farm to leading national education and preparedness efforts for the U.S. swine industry. Together, they explore the origins of her innovative Swientist Program, a nationwide youth initiative that uses hands-on education to teach disease prevention, animal handling, and real-world biosecurity practices.

Listeners will gain practical insight into how to prevent the spread of disease, from safe quarantine and disinfection protocols to responsible livestock exhibition and international travel precautions. Dr. Knight and Dr. Nolting break down the science behind ASF and why proactive education is the key to protecting herds both large and small. Whether you raise one pig or one thousand, this episode delivers the essential knowledge every producer needs to help keep our pigs healthy, our farms strong, and our bacon safe.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine Cattle Health Assurance Program (MeCHAP) Meeting Highlights with Maddy Philbrick 84 84 Maine Cattle Health Assurance Program (MeCHAP) Meeting Highlights with Maddy Philbrick full beb753c8-e0f6-4d92-acba-956234490676 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-84/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy Philbrick who is the Animal Health Livestock Specialist for the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry. Maddy recently attended the Maine Cattle Health Assurance Program (MeCHAP) meeting in November of 2025 and during this episode we highlight what was shared at the meeting. MeCHAP provides livestock and dairy producers with assistance in addressing key animal health risk areas important to their farm, through an objective assessment of on farm conditions and practices, herd risk management plan development and diagnostic testing. Contact Maddy Philbrick by emailing Madison.Philbrick@maine.gov.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy Philbrick who is the Animal Health Livestock Specialist for the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry. Maddy recently attended the Maine Cattle Health Assurance Program (MeCHAP) meeting in November of 2025 and during this episode we highlight what was shared at the meeting. MeCHAP provides livestock and dairy producers with assistance in addressing key animal health risk areas important to their farm, through an objective assessment of on farm conditions and practices, herd risk management plan development and diagnostic testing. Contact Maddy Philbrick by emailing Madison.Philbrick@maine.gov.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:15:04 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1210 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Maddy Philbrick who is the Animal Health Livestock Specialist for the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry. Maddy recently attended the Maine Cattle Health Assurance Program (MeCHAP) meeting in November of 2025 and during this episode we highlight what was shared at the meeting. MeCHAP provides livestock and dairy producers with assistance in addressing key animal health risk areas important to their farm, through an objective assessment of on farm conditions and practices, herd risk management plan development and diagnostic testing. Contact Maddy Philbrick by emailing Madison.Philbrick@maine.gov.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira In Vitro Fertilization with Dr. Jessica Motta 83 83 In Vitro Fertilization with Dr. Jessica Motta full 99250f46-88de-44b4-bb8d-e397d2c6fffa https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-83/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Dr. Jessica C. Lemos Motta, a new faculty member in the University of Maine’s School of Food and Agriculture. Dr. Motta shares her inspiring journey from growing up on small farms in Brazil to becoming a veterinarian, researcher, and now reproductive physiologist in Maine. She reflects on her hands-on experiences with cattle reproduction, her passion for teaching courses like reproductive physiology and dairy management, and her cutting-edge research focused on improving embryo production in dairy cattle.

Listeners will also hear about Dr. Motta’s path through rigorous international training, her perspective on agricultural education, and how Maine farmers can collaborate with her on reproduction-focused research projects. Whether you’re a student, producer, or simply curious about the future of livestock reproduction, this conversation offers unique insights into both the science and the people driving agricultural innovation in Maine.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Dr. Jessica C. Lemos Motta, a new faculty member in the University of Maine’s School of Food and Agriculture. Dr. Motta shares her inspiring journey from growing up on small farms in Brazil to becoming a veterinarian, researcher, and now reproductive physiologist in Maine. She reflects on her hands-on experiences with cattle reproduction, her passion for teaching courses like reproductive physiology and dairy management, and her cutting-edge research focused on improving embryo production in dairy cattle.

Listeners will also hear about Dr. Motta’s path through rigorous international training, her perspective on agricultural education, and how Maine farmers can collaborate with her on reproduction-focused research projects. Whether you’re a student, producer, or simply curious about the future of livestock reproduction, this conversation offers unique insights into both the science and the people driving agricultural innovation in Maine.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:58:54 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2389 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Dr. Jessica C. Lemos Motta, a new faculty member in the University of Maine’s School of Food and Agriculture. Dr. Motta shares her inspiring journey from growing up on small farms in Brazil to becoming a veterinarian, researcher, and now reproductive physiologist in Maine. She reflects on her hands-on experiences with cattle reproduction, her passion for teaching courses like reproductive physiology and dairy management, and her cutting-edge research focused on improving embryo production in dairy cattle.

Listeners will also hear about Dr. Motta’s path through rigorous international training, her perspective on agricultural education, and how Maine farmers can collaborate with her on reproduction-focused research projects. Whether you’re a student, producer, or simply curious about the future of livestock reproduction, this conversation offers unique insights into both the science and the people driving agricultural innovation in Maine.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine EFNEP: Empowering Healthy Living Through Nutrition and Cooking with Alex Gayton 82 82 Maine EFNEP: Empowering Healthy Living Through Nutrition and Cooking with Alex Gayton full 33cf86f5-740f-49f1-b49f-9453d6ce6698 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-82/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Alex Gayton who is the Assistant EFNEP Coordinator & Social Media Coordinator. The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) delivers interactive food and nutrition education. You can contact Alex Gayton at 207.581.3872 and alexandria.gayton@maine.edu


Learn more about the UMaine EFNEP program:

https://extension.umaine.edu/food-health/efnep/ 


Want to try a new recipe? Watch Mainely Dish recipe videos 


Follow UMaine EFNEP on social media 

https://www.facebook.com/UMaineEFNEP 

https://www.instagram.com/umaineefnep/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@umaineefnep

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Alex Gayton who is the Assistant EFNEP Coordinator & Social Media Coordinator. The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) delivers interactive food and nutrition education. You can contact Alex Gayton at 207.581.3872 and alexandria.gayton@maine.edu


Learn more about the UMaine EFNEP program:

https://extension.umaine.edu/food-health/efnep/ 


Want to try a new recipe? Watch Mainely Dish recipe videos 


Follow UMaine EFNEP on social media 

https://www.facebook.com/UMaineEFNEP 

https://www.instagram.com/umaineefnep/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@umaineefnep

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:31:07 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1126 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Alex Gayton who is the Assistant EFNEP Coordinator & Social Media Coordinator. The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) delivers interactive food and nutrition education. You can contact Alex Gayton at 207.581.3872 and alexandria.gayton@maine.edu


Learn more about the UMaine EFNEP program:

https://extension.umaine.edu/food-health/efnep/ 


Want to try a new recipe? Watch Mainely Dish recipe videos 


Follow UMaine EFNEP on social media 

https://www.facebook.com/UMaineEFNEP 

https://www.instagram.com/umaineefnep/ 

https://www.tiktok.com/@umaineefnep

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Building Better Beef: Youth, Leadership, and the Cattlemen’s College 81 81 Building Better Beef: Youth, Leadership, and the Cattlemen’s College full 8ef06927-63ae-460e-9080-3b017ecf0552 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-81/ In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Ashton Caron, vice president of the Maine Beef Producers Association, to talk about youth leadership, livestock shows, and the future of Maine’s beef industry. From his early 4-H days in Corinna to his success in UMaine’s GPS Cows program and beyond, Ashton’s journey reflects the power of hands-on agricultural education. Together, they discuss the differences between New England’s fair-based livestock shows and the large-scale jackpot competitions of the Midwest, and how these experiences have shaped his perspective on breeding, business, and community.

The conversation also dives into the Maine Beef Producers Association’s programs, including Cows for Kids, youth scholarships, and the upcoming Maine Cattlemen’s College, which this year focuses on reproductive technologies like artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Ashton and Dr. Knight highlight how local producers can get involved, improve herd management, and strengthen Maine’s beef network through collaboration, education, and shared experience. Whether you’re a 4-H alum, a new producer, or a seasoned cattleman, this episode offers inspiration and practical insight into Maine’s growing beef community.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Ashton Caron, vice president of the Maine Beef Producers Association, to talk about youth leadership, livestock shows, and the future of Maine’s beef industry. From his early 4-H days in Corinna to his success in UMaine’s GPS Cows program and beyond, Ashton’s journey reflects the power of hands-on agricultural education. Together, they discuss the differences between New England’s fair-based livestock shows and the large-scale jackpot competitions of the Midwest, and how these experiences have shaped his perspective on breeding, business, and community.

The conversation also dives into the Maine Beef Producers Association’s programs, including Cows for Kids, youth scholarships, and the upcoming Maine Cattlemen’s College, which this year focuses on reproductive technologies like artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Ashton and Dr. Knight highlight how local producers can get involved, improve herd management, and strengthen Maine’s beef network through collaboration, education, and shared experience. Whether you’re a 4-H alum, a new producer, or a seasoned cattleman, this episode offers inspiration and practical insight into Maine’s growing beef community.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:22:14 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2047 In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Ashton Caron, vice president of the Maine Beef Producers Association, to talk about youth leadership, livestock shows, and the future of Maine’s beef industry. From his early 4-H days in Corinna to his success in UMaine’s GPS Cows program and beyond, Ashton’s journey reflects the power of hands-on agricultural education. Together, they discuss the differences between New England’s fair-based livestock shows and the large-scale jackpot competitions of the Midwest, and how these experiences have shaped his perspective on breeding, business, and community.

The conversation also dives into the Maine Beef Producers Association’s programs, including Cows for Kids, youth scholarships, and the upcoming Maine Cattlemen’s College, which this year focuses on reproductive technologies like artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Ashton and Dr. Knight highlight how local producers can get involved, improve herd management, and strengthen Maine’s beef network through collaboration, education, and shared experience. Whether you’re a 4-H alum, a new producer, or a seasoned cattleman, this episode offers inspiration and practical insight into Maine’s growing beef community.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Food Safety Education with Dr. Gülsün Akdemir Evrendilek 80 80 Food Safety Education with Dr. Gülsün Akdemir Evrendilek full 94fd42e4-0a0d-459d-be78-413dabef1dd1 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-80/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Gülsün Akdemir Evrendilek who is an Associate Extension Professor and Seafood Technology and Food Safety Specialist at UMaine. Today's topic touches on aspects of food safety from the processing side, as this is one of the many areas of which she has expertise. In her role, Dr. Evrendilek supports seafood producers.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Gülsün Akdemir Evrendilek who is an Associate Extension Professor and Seafood Technology and Food Safety Specialist at UMaine. Today's topic touches on aspects of food safety from the processing side, as this is one of the many areas of which she has expertise. In her role, Dr. Evrendilek supports seafood producers.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1477 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Gülsün Akdemir Evrendilek who is an Associate Extension Professor and Seafood Technology and Food Safety Specialist at UMaine. Today's topic touches on aspects of food safety from the processing side, as this is one of the many areas of which she has expertise. In her role, Dr. Evrendilek supports seafood producers.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Managing the Unknown: Risk and Reward on the Farm with Chris Howard and Dr. David Handley 79 79 Managing the Unknown: Risk and Reward on the Farm with Chris Howard and Dr. David Handley full c3967d53-65ab-4eff-9590-e068ca9c301c https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-79/ In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Chris Howard, project manager for the University of Maine’s Crop Insurance and Risk Management Program, and longtime Extension Specialist Dr. David Handley to unpack the essential—but often overlooked—topic of managing risk on the farm. From weather disasters and market swings to labor shortages and legal liabilities, they discuss how every farm, no matter the size or experience level, faces a unique mix of risks that can make or break long-term success.

Chris and David share practical advice on business planning, farm recordkeeping, and the real value of programs like the USDA’s Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage Insurance, Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and disaster assistance through the Farm Service Agency. Whether you’re a beginning farmer looking to secure your first enterprise or a seasoned producer facing drought, this episode offers tools and stories to help you protect your farm’s future. 

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Chris Howard, project manager for the University of Maine’s Crop Insurance and Risk Management Program, and longtime Extension Specialist Dr. David Handley to unpack the essential—but often overlooked—topic of managing risk on the farm. From weather disasters and market swings to labor shortages and legal liabilities, they discuss how every farm, no matter the size or experience level, faces a unique mix of risks that can make or break long-term success.

Chris and David share practical advice on business planning, farm recordkeeping, and the real value of programs like the USDA’s Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage Insurance, Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and disaster assistance through the Farm Service Agency. Whether you’re a beginning farmer looking to secure your first enterprise or a seasoned producer facing drought, this episode offers tools and stories to help you protect your farm’s future. 

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:47:11 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2762 In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight sits down with Chris Howard, project manager for the University of Maine’s Crop Insurance and Risk Management Program, and longtime Extension Specialist Dr. David Handley to unpack the essential—but often overlooked—topic of managing risk on the farm. From weather disasters and market swings to labor shortages and legal liabilities, they discuss how every farm, no matter the size or experience level, faces a unique mix of risks that can make or break long-term success.

Chris and David share practical advice on business planning, farm recordkeeping, and the real value of programs like the USDA’s Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage Insurance, Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and disaster assistance through the Farm Service Agency. Whether you’re a beginning farmer looking to secure your first enterprise or a seasoned producer facing drought, this episode offers tools and stories to help you protect your farm’s future. 

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira From Butcher Blocks to Classrooms: The Story of Maine Meat Cutting School 78 78 From Butcher Blocks to Classrooms: The Story of Maine Meat Cutting School full 31221d51-90f5-4400-bb1d-744a5311c61e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-78/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take listeners behind the scenes of the Maine Meat Cutting School, a hands-on program that has become one of the most in-demand educational opportunities offered by UMaine Cooperative Extension. Born out of a need to address Maine’s limited meat processing capacity, the school has evolved into a three-day immersive experience that blends classroom learning with practical carcass breakdown, food safety training, and even composting instruction. Listeners will hear about the origins of the program, the challenges of sourcing animals and facilities, and how the course was refined to maximize student engagement and hands-on time at the cutting table.

The conversation also highlights the school’s remarkable impact and popularity, with waitlists stretching years long and participants traveling from across the U.S. to attend. From homesteaders and aspiring processors to professional chefs and meat industry employees, the course attracts a diverse audience eager to gain skills and insights. The hosts also discuss new digital resources, including upcoming 4K instructional videos, and the school’s role in fostering collaboration with meat scientists nationwide. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how Maine is carving out sustainable, innovative solutions for its livestock and processing industries while educating the next generation of meat professionals.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take listeners behind the scenes of the Maine Meat Cutting School, a hands-on program that has become one of the most in-demand educational opportunities offered by UMaine Cooperative Extension. Born out of a need to address Maine’s limited meat processing capacity, the school has evolved into a three-day immersive experience that blends classroom learning with practical carcass breakdown, food safety training, and even composting instruction. Listeners will hear about the origins of the program, the challenges of sourcing animals and facilities, and how the course was refined to maximize student engagement and hands-on time at the cutting table.

The conversation also highlights the school’s remarkable impact and popularity, with waitlists stretching years long and participants traveling from across the U.S. to attend. From homesteaders and aspiring processors to professional chefs and meat industry employees, the course attracts a diverse audience eager to gain skills and insights. The hosts also discuss new digital resources, including upcoming 4K instructional videos, and the school’s role in fostering collaboration with meat scientists nationwide. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how Maine is carving out sustainable, innovative solutions for its livestock and processing industries while educating the next generation of meat professionals.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:34:33 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2068 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira take listeners behind the scenes of the Maine Meat Cutting School, a hands-on program that has become one of the most in-demand educational opportunities offered by UMaine Cooperative Extension. Born out of a need to address Maine’s limited meat processing capacity, the school has evolved into a three-day immersive experience that blends classroom learning with practical carcass breakdown, food safety training, and even composting instruction. Listeners will hear about the origins of the program, the challenges of sourcing animals and facilities, and how the course was refined to maximize student engagement and hands-on time at the cutting table.

The conversation also highlights the school’s remarkable impact and popularity, with waitlists stretching years long and participants traveling from across the U.S. to attend. From homesteaders and aspiring processors to professional chefs and meat industry employees, the course attracts a diverse audience eager to gain skills and insights. The hosts also discuss new digital resources, including upcoming 4K instructional videos, and the school’s role in fostering collaboration with meat scientists nationwide. This episode offers a comprehensive look at how Maine is carving out sustainable, innovative solutions for its livestock and processing industries while educating the next generation of meat professionals.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Simulators, Science and Sires: Building Better Herds 77 77 Simulators, Science and Sires: Building Better Herds full f8f1dbc5-d8ff-4ffe-9e38-486b5aafc0c1 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-77/ In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira co-host a deep dive into artificial insemination (AI), the original AI that has been revolutionizing livestock genetics for decades. They discuss the inspiration behind UMaine Extension’s new hands-on AI training program, funded by the Mitchell Center and supported by partners including the Maine Beef Producers Association and the National Pork Board. Listeners learn how simulators and practical demonstrations are helping producers master breeding techniques for cattle and swine while tackling real-world challenges like biosecurity, timing, and estrus detection.

The conversation moves from the science of reproductive physiology to the art of precision timing, exploring hormone cycles, synchronization protocols, and the technology driving genetic gain. From dairy net merit values to crossbreeding for hybrid vigor, Knight and Pereira unpack how Maine’s livestock producers can improve herd quality and profitability through smart breeding decisions. They also preview the upcoming Maine Cattlemen’s College (December 6, 2025), where participants can gain firsthand AI experience with UMaine’s simulators and reproductive tract models. Whether you’re a seasoned breeder or just AI curious, this episode brings the classroom and the barnyard together to show how genetics, education, and innovation are shaping Maine’s agricultural future.

If you are interested in attending the Maine Cattlemen’s College Artificial Insemination training, please contact Melissa Babcock, melissa.libby1@maine.edu, to be added to the waitlist or if you are interested in attending future AI workshops. The next in-person workshop after this podcast episode release will be offered on December 6, 2025, in Augusta, Maine.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira co-host a deep dive into artificial insemination (AI), the original AI that has been revolutionizing livestock genetics for decades. They discuss the inspiration behind UMaine Extension’s new hands-on AI training program, funded by the Mitchell Center and supported by partners including the Maine Beef Producers Association and the National Pork Board. Listeners learn how simulators and practical demonstrations are helping producers master breeding techniques for cattle and swine while tackling real-world challenges like biosecurity, timing, and estrus detection.

The conversation moves from the science of reproductive physiology to the art of precision timing, exploring hormone cycles, synchronization protocols, and the technology driving genetic gain. From dairy net merit values to crossbreeding for hybrid vigor, Knight and Pereira unpack how Maine’s livestock producers can improve herd quality and profitability through smart breeding decisions. They also preview the upcoming Maine Cattlemen’s College (December 6, 2025), where participants can gain firsthand AI experience with UMaine’s simulators and reproductive tract models. Whether you’re a seasoned breeder or just AI curious, this episode brings the classroom and the barnyard together to show how genetics, education, and innovation are shaping Maine’s agricultural future.

If you are interested in attending the Maine Cattlemen’s College Artificial Insemination training, please contact Melissa Babcock, melissa.libby1@maine.edu, to be added to the waitlist or if you are interested in attending future AI workshops. The next in-person workshop after this podcast episode release will be offered on December 6, 2025, in Augusta, Maine.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:29:53 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2471 In this episode of The Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight and Dr. Glenda Pereira co-host a deep dive into artificial insemination (AI), the original AI that has been revolutionizing livestock genetics for decades. They discuss the inspiration behind UMaine Extension’s new hands-on AI training program, funded by the Mitchell Center and supported by partners including the Maine Beef Producers Association and the National Pork Board. Listeners learn how simulators and practical demonstrations are helping producers master breeding techniques for cattle and swine while tackling real-world challenges like biosecurity, timing, and estrus detection.

The conversation moves from the science of reproductive physiology to the art of precision timing, exploring hormone cycles, synchronization protocols, and the technology driving genetic gain. From dairy net merit values to crossbreeding for hybrid vigor, Knight and Pereira unpack how Maine’s livestock producers can improve herd quality and profitability through smart breeding decisions. They also preview the upcoming Maine Cattlemen’s College (December 6, 2025), where participants can gain firsthand AI experience with UMaine’s simulators and reproductive tract models. Whether you’re a seasoned breeder or just AI curious, this episode brings the classroom and the barnyard together to show how genetics, education, and innovation are shaping Maine’s agricultural future.

If you are interested in attending the Maine Cattlemen’s College Artificial Insemination training, please contact Melissa Babcock, melissa.libby1@maine.edu, to be added to the waitlist or if you are interested in attending future AI workshops. The next in-person workshop after this podcast episode release will be offered on December 6, 2025, in Augusta, Maine.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Reins, Research, and Robert Causey: A Look into UMaine’s Horse Program 76 76 Reins, Research, and Robert Causey: A Look into UMaine’s Horse Program full 4650feb4-9ead-45eb-95f8-f94e5f6d4eaa https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-76/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight welcomes his colleague and close friend, Dr. Robert Causey—known affectionately as “the horse professor”—for an in-depth conversation about the University of Maine’s equine program. A veterinarian, researcher, and Associate Professor of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Dr. Causey has dedicated over two decades to building and sustaining UMaine’s horse program, with a focus on student experience, community partnerships, and impactful research.

Dr. Causey shares his path into the horse industry, from growing up in the UK to earning his DVM from the University of Minnesota and a PhD in Theriogenology (reproductive veterinary medicine) from LSU. Listeners will hear how a mix of opportunity, personal circumstances, and student advocacy brought him to UMaine during the infamous ice storm of 1998—and how his work with Standardbred horses laid the foundation for a teaching and research program that has endured despite changing budgets and leadership.

The conversation explores everything from training philosophies and early program development to Dr. Causey’s collaborative research on equine reproduction, fetal development, mucosal immunity, and the surprising effectiveness of nasal vaccines. With a mix of humor, history, and heartfelt reflection, this episode offers an inside look at how one professor’s passion has shaped Maine’s equine education and prepared generations of students for careers in veterinary medicine and beyond.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight welcomes his colleague and close friend, Dr. Robert Causey—known affectionately as “the horse professor”—for an in-depth conversation about the University of Maine’s equine program. A veterinarian, researcher, and Associate Professor of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Dr. Causey has dedicated over two decades to building and sustaining UMaine’s horse program, with a focus on student experience, community partnerships, and impactful research.

Dr. Causey shares his path into the horse industry, from growing up in the UK to earning his DVM from the University of Minnesota and a PhD in Theriogenology (reproductive veterinary medicine) from LSU. Listeners will hear how a mix of opportunity, personal circumstances, and student advocacy brought him to UMaine during the infamous ice storm of 1998—and how his work with Standardbred horses laid the foundation for a teaching and research program that has endured despite changing budgets and leadership.

The conversation explores everything from training philosophies and early program development to Dr. Causey’s collaborative research on equine reproduction, fetal development, mucosal immunity, and the surprising effectiveness of nasal vaccines. With a mix of humor, history, and heartfelt reflection, this episode offers an inside look at how one professor’s passion has shaped Maine’s equine education and prepared generations of students for careers in veterinary medicine and beyond.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:28:20 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2031 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight welcomes his colleague and close friend, Dr. Robert Causey—known affectionately as “the horse professor”—for an in-depth conversation about the University of Maine’s equine program. A veterinarian, researcher, and Associate Professor of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Dr. Causey has dedicated over two decades to building and sustaining UMaine’s horse program, with a focus on student experience, community partnerships, and impactful research.

Dr. Causey shares his path into the horse industry, from growing up in the UK to earning his DVM from the University of Minnesota and a PhD in Theriogenology (reproductive veterinary medicine) from LSU. Listeners will hear how a mix of opportunity, personal circumstances, and student advocacy brought him to UMaine during the infamous ice storm of 1998—and how his work with Standardbred horses laid the foundation for a teaching and research program that has endured despite changing budgets and leadership.

The conversation explores everything from training philosophies and early program development to Dr. Causey’s collaborative research on equine reproduction, fetal development, mucosal immunity, and the surprising effectiveness of nasal vaccines. With a mix of humor, history, and heartfelt reflection, this episode offers an inside look at how one professor’s passion has shaped Maine’s equine education and prepared generations of students for careers in veterinary medicine and beyond.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine Maple Industry and Education Initiative with Jason Lilley 75 75 Maine Maple Industry and Education Initiative with Jason Lilley full fac7aebf-dbf6-4122-911b-afe08ec4c235 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-75/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Jason Lilley who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator at UMaine Extension. While Jason is based in Cumberland County he has statewide responsibilities to support maple producers. Today's topic is about the Maine Maple Industry and programs that Jason is leading to support maple producers. You can contact Jason at jason.lilley@maine.edu and 207-581-8368.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Jason Lilley who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator at UMaine Extension. While Jason is based in Cumberland County he has statewide responsibilities to support maple producers. Today's topic is about the Maine Maple Industry and programs that Jason is leading to support maple producers. You can contact Jason at jason.lilley@maine.edu and 207-581-8368.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:24:02 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 996 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Jason Lilley who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator at UMaine Extension. While Jason is based in Cumberland County he has statewide responsibilities to support maple producers. Today's topic is about the Maine Maple Industry and programs that Jason is leading to support maple producers. You can contact Jason at jason.lilley@maine.edu and 207-581-8368.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Flowering in the North Conference with Dr. Ankit Singh 74 74 Flowering in the North Conference with Dr. Ankit Singh full e77bd319-91ee-440c-8672-36e82a3c6fcb https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-74/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Dr. Ankit Singh who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture at UMaine Extension. Dr. Singh is based in York County, and has statewide responsibilities for ornamental horticulture. Together, they discuss the upcoming Flowering in the North Conference. You can contact Dr. Singh at ankit.singh@maine.edu and 207-324-2814.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.



]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Dr. Ankit Singh who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture at UMaine Extension. Dr. Singh is based in York County, and has statewide responsibilities for ornamental horticulture. Together, they discuss the upcoming Flowering in the North Conference. You can contact Dr. Singh at ankit.singh@maine.edu and 207-324-2814.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.



]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 09:46:49 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 741 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Dr. Ankit Singh who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture at UMaine Extension. Dr. Singh is based in York County, and has statewide responsibilities for ornamental horticulture. Together, they discuss the upcoming Flowering in the North Conference. You can contact Dr. Singh at ankit.singh@maine.edu and 207-324-2814.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.



]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira From Butcher Shop to Advocacy: The Story Behind Slicing Through the Stigma 73 73 From Butcher Shop to Advocacy: The Story Behind Slicing Through the Stigma full 0548c3f2-a2e9-4404-88a1-9414f5cd9f42 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-73/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, sits down with Niki Sargent, co-owner of Windham Butcher Shop and Southpaw Packing. While known for her leadership in Maine’s meat industry, Niki joins Colt to share a different mission, her work as founder of the Slicing Through the Stigma initiative. Partnering with NAMI Maine, the program provides awareness, resources, and support for farmers, meat industry professionals, veterinarians, and rural Mainers who are facing mental health challenges.

Together, they discuss the importance of breaking down stigma around mental health, the heavy toll of stressors like farm finances, grief, veterinary burnout, and rural isolation, and the practical steps individuals can take to seek help. Listeners will learn about resources such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, Man Therapy, the Maine Crisis Line, and support pages hosted by Southpaw Packing. This candid conversation encourages open dialogue, emphasizes that it’s okay not to be okay, and highlights how community initiatives and small businesses can make a real difference in supporting farmer well-being.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, sits down with Niki Sargent, co-owner of Windham Butcher Shop and Southpaw Packing. While known for her leadership in Maine’s meat industry, Niki joins Colt to share a different mission, her work as founder of the Slicing Through the Stigma initiative. Partnering with NAMI Maine, the program provides awareness, resources, and support for farmers, meat industry professionals, veterinarians, and rural Mainers who are facing mental health challenges.

Together, they discuss the importance of breaking down stigma around mental health, the heavy toll of stressors like farm finances, grief, veterinary burnout, and rural isolation, and the practical steps individuals can take to seek help. Listeners will learn about resources such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, Man Therapy, the Maine Crisis Line, and support pages hosted by Southpaw Packing. This candid conversation encourages open dialogue, emphasizes that it’s okay not to be okay, and highlights how community initiatives and small businesses can make a real difference in supporting farmer well-being.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:47:58 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1824 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, sits down with Niki Sargent, co-owner of Windham Butcher Shop and Southpaw Packing. While known for her leadership in Maine’s meat industry, Niki joins Colt to share a different mission, her work as founder of the Slicing Through the Stigma initiative. Partnering with NAMI Maine, the program provides awareness, resources, and support for farmers, meat industry professionals, veterinarians, and rural Mainers who are facing mental health challenges.

Together, they discuss the importance of breaking down stigma around mental health, the heavy toll of stressors like farm finances, grief, veterinary burnout, and rural isolation, and the practical steps individuals can take to seek help. Listeners will learn about resources such as 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, Man Therapy, the Maine Crisis Line, and support pages hosted by Southpaw Packing. This candid conversation encourages open dialogue, emphasizes that it’s okay not to be okay, and highlights how community initiatives and small businesses can make a real difference in supporting farmer well-being.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Dairy Grant Applications: Tips and Resources from UVM, UMaine, and UNH 72 72 Dairy Grant Applications: Tips and Resources from UVM, UMaine, and UNH full 1b97489d-21a4-4365-abba-2c0e7cc9af3e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-72/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we have a crossover with the Northern New England Tri-State Dairy Team. This team is made up of dairy specialists from Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The mission of the Tri-State Dairy Team is to bring these states together to advance dairy management through collaborative educational programs, address shared industry challenges, and foster innovation across northern New England. This episode features a pre-recorded webinar on tips and tricks for applying to grants.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we have a crossover with the Northern New England Tri-State Dairy Team. This team is made up of dairy specialists from Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The mission of the Tri-State Dairy Team is to bring these states together to advance dairy management through collaborative educational programs, address shared industry challenges, and foster innovation across northern New England. This episode features a pre-recorded webinar on tips and tricks for applying to grants.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:50:04 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1362 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we have a crossover with the Northern New England Tri-State Dairy Team. This team is made up of dairy specialists from Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The mission of the Tri-State Dairy Team is to bring these states together to advance dairy management through collaborative educational programs, address shared industry challenges, and foster innovation across northern New England. This episode features a pre-recorded webinar on tips and tricks for applying to grants.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira From Drought to Deficit: Navigating Winter Feed Shortages in Dairy with Sarah Allen and Carl Majewski 71 71 From Drought to Deficit: Navigating Winter Feed Shortages in Dairy with Sarah Allen and Carl Majewski full 0a449fd8-65e2-413c-99fa-7411b8c85704 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-71/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Sarah Allen and Carl Majewski from the University of New Hampshire. We discuss how the drought stress may impact forage production and inventory in the upcoming months and considerations for increasing forage inventories.


Contact Sarah https://extension.unh.edu/person/sarah-allen 

Contact Carl https://extension.unh.edu/person/carl-majewski


Forage inventory resources

https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/forage/making-a-feed-inventory/ 


Learn about nitrate feeding strategies 

https://njaes.rutgers.edu/E291/

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Sarah Allen and Carl Majewski from the University of New Hampshire. We discuss how the drought stress may impact forage production and inventory in the upcoming months and considerations for increasing forage inventories.


Contact Sarah https://extension.unh.edu/person/sarah-allen 

Contact Carl https://extension.unh.edu/person/carl-majewski


Forage inventory resources

https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/forage/making-a-feed-inventory/ 


Learn about nitrate feeding strategies 

https://njaes.rutgers.edu/E291/

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:56:11 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1233 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Sarah Allen and Carl Majewski from the University of New Hampshire. We discuss how the drought stress may impact forage production and inventory in the upcoming months and considerations for increasing forage inventories.


Contact Sarah https://extension.unh.edu/person/sarah-allen 

Contact Carl https://extension.unh.edu/person/carl-majewski


Forage inventory resources

https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/forage/making-a-feed-inventory/ 


Learn about nitrate feeding strategies 

https://njaes.rutgers.edu/E291/

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine Cheese Festival with Heather Donahue 70 70 Maine Cheese Festival with Heather Donahue full 3f226447-413c-431c-9f40-698a1cd09cdf https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-70/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Heather Donahue about the Maine Cheese Guild and the Maine Cheese Festival. Heather, along with her husband Doug, own and operate Balfour Farm in Pittsfield, Maine. The Maine Cheese Festival will be held at Manson Park, Pittsfield, Maine on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Heather Donahue about the Maine Cheese Guild and the Maine Cheese Festival. Heather, along with her husband Doug, own and operate Balfour Farm in Pittsfield, Maine. The Maine Cheese Festival will be held at Manson Park, Pittsfield, Maine on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 03 Sep 2025 07:37:46 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1003 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Heather Donahue about the Maine Cheese Guild and the Maine Cheese Festival. Heather, along with her husband Doug, own and operate Balfour Farm in Pittsfield, Maine. The Maine Cheese Festival will be held at Manson Park, Pittsfield, Maine on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Cover Crops in Action with Jason Lilley 69 69 Cover Crops in Action with Jason Lilley full d663d808-8217-440c-8a0d-a832665566de https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-69/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Jason Lilley who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Jason is based in Cumberland County, and has statewide responsibilities for maple production. Today's topic is about cover crops and how we can use them to improve soil health.

Episode Resources

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Jason Lilley who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Jason is based in Cumberland County, and has statewide responsibilities for maple production. Today's topic is about cover crops and how we can use them to improve soil health.

Episode Resources

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:03:50 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1453 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Professor for the University of Maine and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with return guest Jason Lilley who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Jason is based in Cumberland County, and has statewide responsibilities for maple production. Today's topic is about cover crops and how we can use them to improve soil health.

Episode Resources

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Brains, Bears and Butchery: Tall Tales from Extension Life with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow 68 68 Brains, Bears and Butchery: Tall Tales from Extension Life with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow full f6bb89e7-0524-4565-92d0-d16b12120c51 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-68/ In this laugh-filled episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight is once again joined by longtime collaborator and friend Dr. Gregg Rentfrow for a storytelling session unlike any other. From mistaken 911 calls while covered in blood to black bears with a taste for Twinkies, Colt and Gregg swap wild tales from their careers in extension and meat science. You'll hear about mysterious brains found in trash cans, SWAT teams storming university feedlots, near-death encounters with food-deprived bears, and the years-long journey of building a custom electric guitar from century-old piano wood. Equal parts humorous and heartfelt, this episode gives listeners a glimpse into the unpredictable and unforgettable life of agricultural extension professionals.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> In this laugh-filled episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight is once again joined by longtime collaborator and friend Dr. Gregg Rentfrow for a storytelling session unlike any other. From mistaken 911 calls while covered in blood to black bears with a taste for Twinkies, Colt and Gregg swap wild tales from their careers in extension and meat science. You'll hear about mysterious brains found in trash cans, SWAT teams storming university feedlots, near-death encounters with food-deprived bears, and the years-long journey of building a custom electric guitar from century-old piano wood. Equal parts humorous and heartfelt, this episode gives listeners a glimpse into the unpredictable and unforgettable life of agricultural extension professionals.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1314 In this laugh-filled episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight is once again joined by longtime collaborator and friend Dr. Gregg Rentfrow for a storytelling session unlike any other. From mistaken 911 calls while covered in blood to black bears with a taste for Twinkies, Colt and Gregg swap wild tales from their careers in extension and meat science. You'll hear about mysterious brains found in trash cans, SWAT teams storming university feedlots, near-death encounters with food-deprived bears, and the years-long journey of building a custom electric guitar from century-old piano wood. Equal parts humorous and heartfelt, this episode gives listeners a glimpse into the unpredictable and unforgettable life of agricultural extension professionals.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Artificial Intelligence on the Farm: Grant Writing, Marketing, and More with Ashley Wright 67 67 Artificial Intelligence on the Farm: Grant Writing, Marketing, and More with Ashley Wright full c558a923-77e4-418b-b017-540ffdea3a92 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-67/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt Knight welcomes Ashley Wright from the University of Arizona to explore the exciting potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for modern livestock producers. Are you a farmer overwhelmed by paperwork, grant applications, or the constant demands of social media marketing? AI might be the solution you've been waiting for.

Ashley shares practical, actionable strategies for using AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline essential farm tasks. Learn how to efficiently draft compelling grant proposals by uploading RFPs and collaborating with AI to fill in gaps, refine language, and ensure all requirements are met. Discover how AI can revolutionize your marketing efforts, generating engaging social media content, eye-catching flyers, and even identifying trending topics to boost your online presence.

Beyond grant writing and marketing, Colt and Ashley delve into how AI can simplify record-keeping, analyze calendar data for valuable insights, and even help you craft professional emails when dealing with sensitive communications. They emphasize the importance of "garbage in, garbage out" and provide tips for effectively communicating with AI to get the best results. While cautioning against relying on AI for generating data or citations without verification, they highlight its power to summarize information, identify trends, and free up valuable time for farmers to focus on their animals and customers. Tune in to discover how AI can help you work smarter, not harder, and unlock new levels of efficiency on your farm.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt Knight welcomes Ashley Wright from the University of Arizona to explore the exciting potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for modern livestock producers. Are you a farmer overwhelmed by paperwork, grant applications, or the constant demands of social media marketing? AI might be the solution you've been waiting for.

Ashley shares practical, actionable strategies for using AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline essential farm tasks. Learn how to efficiently draft compelling grant proposals by uploading RFPs and collaborating with AI to fill in gaps, refine language, and ensure all requirements are met. Discover how AI can revolutionize your marketing efforts, generating engaging social media content, eye-catching flyers, and even identifying trending topics to boost your online presence.

Beyond grant writing and marketing, Colt and Ashley delve into how AI can simplify record-keeping, analyze calendar data for valuable insights, and even help you craft professional emails when dealing with sensitive communications. They emphasize the importance of "garbage in, garbage out" and provide tips for effectively communicating with AI to get the best results. While cautioning against relying on AI for generating data or citations without verification, they highlight its power to summarize information, identify trends, and free up valuable time for farmers to focus on their animals and customers. Tune in to discover how AI can help you work smarter, not harder, and unlock new levels of efficiency on your farm.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 13 Aug 2025 11:51:39 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2309 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt Knight welcomes Ashley Wright from the University of Arizona to explore the exciting potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for modern livestock producers. Are you a farmer overwhelmed by paperwork, grant applications, or the constant demands of social media marketing? AI might be the solution you've been waiting for.

Ashley shares practical, actionable strategies for using AI tools like ChatGPT to streamline essential farm tasks. Learn how to efficiently draft compelling grant proposals by uploading RFPs and collaborating with AI to fill in gaps, refine language, and ensure all requirements are met. Discover how AI can revolutionize your marketing efforts, generating engaging social media content, eye-catching flyers, and even identifying trending topics to boost your online presence.

Beyond grant writing and marketing, Colt and Ashley delve into how AI can simplify record-keeping, analyze calendar data for valuable insights, and even help you craft professional emails when dealing with sensitive communications. They emphasize the importance of "garbage in, garbage out" and provide tips for effectively communicating with AI to get the best results. While cautioning against relying on AI for generating data or citations without verification, they highlight its power to summarize information, identify trends, and free up valuable time for farmers to focus on their animals and customers. Tune in to discover how AI can help you work smarter, not harder, and unlock new levels of efficiency on your farm.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Getting Glattered: Mari's on a Mission to Expand Extension's Digital Frontier 66 66 Getting Glattered: Mari's on a Mission to Expand Extension's Digital Frontier full eea2433b-56d0-4c12-a1da-daa7bc98e6d0 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-66/ In this lively and informative episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight sits down with his colleague and friend Mari Glatter, an instructional designer with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Mari shares her behind-the-scenes role in turning expert knowledge into engaging, accessible online learning experiences for the public. The two discuss the growing library of micro-credential courses covering everything from pollinator gardening and business planning to aquaculture and food safety. They explore the power of digital education in reaching new audiences, like aspiring backyard chicken keepers, and the importance of fun, accessible content rooted in solid learning theory. Sprinkled with laughs, music, barbecue stories, and even a pig joke, this episode is a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and the future of agricultural education in Maine.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> In this lively and informative episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight sits down with his colleague and friend Mari Glatter, an instructional designer with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Mari shares her behind-the-scenes role in turning expert knowledge into engaging, accessible online learning experiences for the public. The two discuss the growing library of micro-credential courses covering everything from pollinator gardening and business planning to aquaculture and food safety. They explore the power of digital education in reaching new audiences, like aspiring backyard chicken keepers, and the importance of fun, accessible content rooted in solid learning theory. Sprinkled with laughs, music, barbecue stories, and even a pig joke, this episode is a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and the future of agricultural education in Maine.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:13:02 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2728 In this lively and informative episode of the Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight sits down with his colleague and friend Mari Glatter, an instructional designer with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. Mari shares her behind-the-scenes role in turning expert knowledge into engaging, accessible online learning experiences for the public. The two discuss the growing library of micro-credential courses covering everything from pollinator gardening and business planning to aquaculture and food safety. They explore the power of digital education in reaching new audiences, like aspiring backyard chicken keepers, and the importance of fun, accessible content rooted in solid learning theory. Sprinkled with laughs, music, barbecue stories, and even a pig joke, this episode is a celebration of collaboration, creativity, and the future of agricultural education in Maine.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Planning a Dairy Barn Conversion: Tie Stall to Free Stall with John Porter 65 65 Planning a Dairy Barn Conversion: Tie Stall to Free Stall with John Porter full 84f5a3a8-efe0-420b-811f-c69003a8e89e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-65/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with John Porter, Extension professor emeritus at the University of New Hampshire. John has been an extension professor for over 52 years and has a wealth of knowledge in dairy topics, especially in on farm construction. During this conversation we discuss things to consider when transitioning from a tie stall barn into a free stall barn. John is also an independent dairy consultant.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with John Porter, Extension professor emeritus at the University of New Hampshire. John has been an extension professor for over 52 years and has a wealth of knowledge in dairy topics, especially in on farm construction. During this conversation we discuss things to consider when transitioning from a tie stall barn into a free stall barn. John is also an independent dairy consultant.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 13:28:02 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1139 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with John Porter, Extension professor emeritus at the University of New Hampshire. John has been an extension professor for over 52 years and has a wealth of knowledge in dairy topics, especially in on farm construction. During this conversation we discuss things to consider when transitioning from a tie stall barn into a free stall barn. John is also an independent dairy consultant.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine Wild Blueberries with Dr. Lily Calderwood 64 64 Maine Wild Blueberries with Dr. Lily Calderwood full 4d94b6a1-8e68-46ad-b818-d1094a19725e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-64/
On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Lily Calderwood, UMaine Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist and Associate Professor of Horticulture. During this conversation we talk about the history of wild blueberries in Maine, Lily’s research and how to grow and tend your own wild blueberries at home. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).



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On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Lily Calderwood, UMaine Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist and Associate Professor of Horticulture. During this conversation we talk about the history of wild blueberries in Maine, Lily’s research and how to grow and tend your own wild blueberries at home. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).



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On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Lily Calderwood, UMaine Extension Wild Blueberry Specialist and Associate Professor of Horticulture. During this conversation we talk about the history of wild blueberries in Maine, Lily’s research and how to grow and tend your own wild blueberries at home. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).



]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Dairy Insights: Tips and tricks to improve Milk Quality with Dr. Gary Anderson 63 63 Dairy Insights: Tips and tricks to improve Milk Quality with Dr. Gary Anderson full f585b222-9ef8-4749-9e78-1c658f0ea0e1 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-63/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Gary Anderson, Animal and BioSciences Specialist Emeritus, University of Maine. The conversation reviews milk quality guidelines and cleanliness after milking and to review in the milk room. Dr. Anderson was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of dairy specialist working on programs such as milk quality and sanitation, estate planning, Green Pastures program and more. Dr. Anderson continues to be a resource for the dairy and livestock industries in Maine. In his free time, Anderson stays active with his grandkids. 

Important: Please work with your veterinarian to develop health management plans, and discuss protocols for maintaining milk quality. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Gary Anderson, Animal and BioSciences Specialist Emeritus, University of Maine. The conversation reviews milk quality guidelines and cleanliness after milking and to review in the milk room. Dr. Anderson was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of dairy specialist working on programs such as milk quality and sanitation, estate planning, Green Pastures program and more. Dr. Anderson continues to be a resource for the dairy and livestock industries in Maine. In his free time, Anderson stays active with his grandkids. 

Important: Please work with your veterinarian to develop health management plans, and discuss protocols for maintaining milk quality. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 13:14:09 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1288 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Gary Anderson, Animal and BioSciences Specialist Emeritus, University of Maine. The conversation reviews milk quality guidelines and cleanliness after milking and to review in the milk room. Dr. Anderson was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of dairy specialist working on programs such as milk quality and sanitation, estate planning, Green Pastures program and more. Dr. Anderson continues to be a resource for the dairy and livestock industries in Maine. In his free time, Anderson stays active with his grandkids. 

Important: Please work with your veterinarian to develop health management plans, and discuss protocols for maintaining milk quality. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Animal Care Facility Aquaculture in Maine with Mark Nilan and Megan Joynt 62 62 Animal Care Facility Aquaculture in Maine with Mark Nilan and Megan Joynt full e446c7c9-0f95-41db-add5-c3a1e2c1351a https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-62/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight dives into the fascinating world of zebrafish research with Mark Nilan, who manages the University of Maine’s animal care facility, and student lab assistant Megan Joynt. They chat about why zebrafish are such great research models, from their genetic similarities to humans and transparent embryos to their rapid development, and introduce the special “Abby” line used for its controlled genetics. They also share details about current projects looking at Candida infections, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and the flu virus, and Megan talks about her capstone project studying fish fecundity at different ages.

The conversation touches on the zebrafish lab’s move to a new state-of-the-art facility with better climate control, which will boost research quality and create more opportunities for collaboration and grants. Mark and Megan reflect on their own unexpected but rewarding paths into aquaculture and research, offering insight into the many career options in marine science. They also discuss how animal research is strictly regulated, the lab’s commitment to transparency through public tours, and broader topics like zebrafish in regenerative medicine and GMOs in agriculture and aquaculture. It’s a great listen about how a tiny fish is making a big impact on science, health, and education at UMaine.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight dives into the fascinating world of zebrafish research with Mark Nilan, who manages the University of Maine’s animal care facility, and student lab assistant Megan Joynt. They chat about why zebrafish are such great research models, from their genetic similarities to humans and transparent embryos to their rapid development, and introduce the special “Abby” line used for its controlled genetics. They also share details about current projects looking at Candida infections, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and the flu virus, and Megan talks about her capstone project studying fish fecundity at different ages.

The conversation touches on the zebrafish lab’s move to a new state-of-the-art facility with better climate control, which will boost research quality and create more opportunities for collaboration and grants. Mark and Megan reflect on their own unexpected but rewarding paths into aquaculture and research, offering insight into the many career options in marine science. They also discuss how animal research is strictly regulated, the lab’s commitment to transparency through public tours, and broader topics like zebrafish in regenerative medicine and GMOs in agriculture and aquaculture. It’s a great listen about how a tiny fish is making a big impact on science, health, and education at UMaine.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 09 Jul 2025 16:59:25 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2506 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight dives into the fascinating world of zebrafish research with Mark Nilan, who manages the University of Maine’s animal care facility, and student lab assistant Megan Joynt. They chat about why zebrafish are such great research models, from their genetic similarities to humans and transparent embryos to their rapid development, and introduce the special “Abby” line used for its controlled genetics. They also share details about current projects looking at Candida infections, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and the flu virus, and Megan talks about her capstone project studying fish fecundity at different ages.

The conversation touches on the zebrafish lab’s move to a new state-of-the-art facility with better climate control, which will boost research quality and create more opportunities for collaboration and grants. Mark and Megan reflect on their own unexpected but rewarding paths into aquaculture and research, offering insight into the many career options in marine science. They also discuss how animal research is strictly regulated, the lab’s commitment to transparency through public tours, and broader topics like zebrafish in regenerative medicine and GMOs in agriculture and aquaculture. It’s a great listen about how a tiny fish is making a big impact on science, health, and education at UMaine.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Livestock Judging, Leadership, and Life Lessons with Dr. Dean Fish 61 61 Livestock Judging, Leadership, and Life Lessons with Dr. Dean Fish full 49b2526c-d1b9-4911-9ad9-33bc8ebd5f01 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-61/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight welcomes back Dr. Dean Fish, a seasoned livestock expert from Arizona, for a deep dive into the art and value of livestock judging. Recorded during Dr. Fish’s visit to Maine to help lead a youth livestock judging clinic, this engaging conversation explores the foundational skills of evaluating market and breeding animals, the practical and philosophical aspects of animal welfare, and the evolving role of genetics in modern beef production. Together, they highlight how livestock judging teaches critical thinking, decision-making, and communication skills. These traits that not only benefit young people in agriculture, but also shape them into strong, capable leaders for the future.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight welcomes back Dr. Dean Fish, a seasoned livestock expert from Arizona, for a deep dive into the art and value of livestock judging. Recorded during Dr. Fish’s visit to Maine to help lead a youth livestock judging clinic, this engaging conversation explores the foundational skills of evaluating market and breeding animals, the practical and philosophical aspects of animal welfare, and the evolving role of genetics in modern beef production. Together, they highlight how livestock judging teaches critical thinking, decision-making, and communication skills. These traits that not only benefit young people in agriculture, but also shape them into strong, capable leaders for the future.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2392 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight welcomes back Dr. Dean Fish, a seasoned livestock expert from Arizona, for a deep dive into the art and value of livestock judging. Recorded during Dr. Fish’s visit to Maine to help lead a youth livestock judging clinic, this engaging conversation explores the foundational skills of evaluating market and breeding animals, the practical and philosophical aspects of animal welfare, and the evolving role of genetics in modern beef production. Together, they highlight how livestock judging teaches critical thinking, decision-making, and communication skills. These traits that not only benefit young people in agriculture, but also shape them into strong, capable leaders for the future.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Dairy Wearable Technology in Azorean Dairy Farming with Helder Ponte 60 60 Dairy Wearable Technology in Azorean Dairy Farming with Helder Ponte full 991df0cf-c66c-4c64-bd70-7f1bd69f5304 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-60 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira records the podcast episode from the Azores. Glenda talked with Helder Ponte who is a dairy farmer in Sao Miguel, Azores about precision technologies, specifically, wearable technologies and how farmers are using these to improve management. In addition to being a dairy farmer, Ponte provides technical service to Azorean dairy farmers for technologies and equipment, and is a professional cattle show fitter. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira records the podcast episode from the Azores. Glenda talked with Helder Ponte who is a dairy farmer in Sao Miguel, Azores about precision technologies, specifically, wearable technologies and how farmers are using these to improve management. In addition to being a dairy farmer, Ponte provides technical service to Azorean dairy farmers for technologies and equipment, and is a professional cattle show fitter. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:23:35 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1232 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira records the podcast episode from the Azores. Glenda talked with Helder Ponte who is a dairy farmer in Sao Miguel, Azores about precision technologies, specifically, wearable technologies and how farmers are using these to improve management. In addition to being a dairy farmer, Ponte provides technical service to Azorean dairy farmers for technologies and equipment, and is a professional cattle show fitter. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Cook Wild Kentucky with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow 59 59 Cook Wild Kentucky with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow full a5abc7b1-e09e-46ae-8584-3230e48f563e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-59/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight is once again joined by friend of the podcast, Dr. Gregg Rentfrow of the University of Kentucky, to discuss a program he helped launch in Kentucky, Cook Wild Kentucky. I really like this program, and I think that its principles could be tailored to market locally raised and sold livestock and farmstands here in Maine. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight is once again joined by friend of the podcast, Dr. Gregg Rentfrow of the University of Kentucky, to discuss a program he helped launch in Kentucky, Cook Wild Kentucky. I really like this program, and I think that its principles could be tailored to market locally raised and sold livestock and farmstands here in Maine. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:09:12 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1484 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight is once again joined by friend of the podcast, Dr. Gregg Rentfrow of the University of Kentucky, to discuss a program he helped launch in Kentucky, Cook Wild Kentucky. I really like this program, and I think that its principles could be tailored to market locally raised and sold livestock and farmstands here in Maine. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira The Science of Harvesting Hay: Maximizing Yield and Quality with Dr. Juan Romero 58 58 The Science of Harvesting Hay: Maximizing Yield and Quality with Dr. Juan Romero full 438e327b-8434-4a28-864d-d97e567adb1e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-58/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Juan Romero team up with the Tri-State Dairy Team for a special crossover episode. Together, they explore how to optimize haymaking in Maine and northern New England. Dr. Romero, an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition, conducts research on forage quality and conservation, ruminant nutrition, and PFAS. He also teaches courses in forage science, range management, and animal nutrition within the School of Food and Agriculture. You can reach him at juan.romero@maine.edu or 207-581-2925.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Juan Romero team up with the Tri-State Dairy Team for a special crossover episode. Together, they explore how to optimize haymaking in Maine and northern New England. Dr. Romero, an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition, conducts research on forage quality and conservation, ruminant nutrition, and PFAS. He also teaches courses in forage science, range management, and animal nutrition within the School of Food and Agriculture. You can reach him at juan.romero@maine.edu or 207-581-2925.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:21:04 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1461 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Juan Romero team up with the Tri-State Dairy Team for a special crossover episode. Together, they explore how to optimize haymaking in Maine and northern New England. Dr. Romero, an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition, conducts research on forage quality and conservation, ruminant nutrition, and PFAS. He also teaches courses in forage science, range management, and animal nutrition within the School of Food and Agriculture. You can reach him at juan.romero@maine.edu or 207-581-2925.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira June is Maine Dairy Month with Sarah Littlefield 57 57 June is Maine Dairy Month with Sarah Littlefield full 40a82ebc-37f0-4cca-b0c3-7f5d0e286014 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-57/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Sarah Littlefield. Sarah is the executive director for the Maine Dairy Promotion Board and the Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council, and a dairy farmer. This episode was recorded on Sarah's family farm and included information and events occurring during Maine Dairy Month.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Sarah Littlefield. Sarah is the executive director for the Maine Dairy Promotion Board and the Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council, and a dairy farmer. This episode was recorded on Sarah's family farm and included information and events occurring during Maine Dairy Month.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 04 Jun 2025 20:15:58 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 861 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Sarah Littlefield. Sarah is the executive director for the Maine Dairy Promotion Board and the Maine Dairy and Nutrition Council, and a dairy farmer. This episode was recorded on Sarah's family farm and included information and events occurring during Maine Dairy Month.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Updates in Beef Fecal Egg Count Study with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler 56 56 Updates in Beef Fecal Egg Count Study with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler full d751104a-0c14-4aba-9a83-845429c1087c https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-56/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we're joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent research in accessing the efficacy of different types and routes of administration of common cattle dewormers on the market. Stay tuned for next week’s episode when we discuss pasture health and regenerative practices of grazing livestock. 


Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we're joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent research in accessing the efficacy of different types and routes of administration of common cattle dewormers on the market. Stay tuned for next week’s episode when we discuss pasture health and regenerative practices of grazing livestock. 


Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 28 May 2025 16:41:18 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2151 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we're joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent research in accessing the efficacy of different types and routes of administration of common cattle dewormers on the market. Stay tuned for next week’s episode when we discuss pasture health and regenerative practices of grazing livestock. 


Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Growing Knowledge: Education, Outreach, and the Future of Lifelong Learning with Dr. Hannah Carter 55 55 Growing Knowledge: Education, Outreach, and the Future of Lifelong Learning with Dr. Hannah Carter full dfe8e667-79e9-4f8f-8c4d-2d39188e4bff https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-55/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Hannah Carter, Associate Provost for Online and Continuing Education and Dean of University of Maine Cooperative Extension. During our conversation we discussed “what is Extension,” the Morrill Act of 1862, the role of Extension and key programs that UMaine Extension offers and how it supports local communities, and inspires future leaders in agriculture. Dr. Carter grew up in Aroostook County and has direct roots to Maine agriculture, growing up on a potato farm. It was a treat to spend time with Dr. Carter and get to interview her on the Maine Farmcast.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Hannah Carter, Associate Provost for Online and Continuing Education and Dean of University of Maine Cooperative Extension. During our conversation we discussed “what is Extension,” the Morrill Act of 1862, the role of Extension and key programs that UMaine Extension offers and how it supports local communities, and inspires future leaders in agriculture. Dr. Carter grew up in Aroostook County and has direct roots to Maine agriculture, growing up on a potato farm. It was a treat to spend time with Dr. Carter and get to interview her on the Maine Farmcast.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 21 May 2025 17:12:54 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2647 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Hannah Carter, Associate Provost for Online and Continuing Education and Dean of University of Maine Cooperative Extension. During our conversation we discussed “what is Extension,” the Morrill Act of 1862, the role of Extension and key programs that UMaine Extension offers and how it supports local communities, and inspires future leaders in agriculture. Dr. Carter grew up in Aroostook County and has direct roots to Maine agriculture, growing up on a potato farm. It was a treat to spend time with Dr. Carter and get to interview her on the Maine Farmcast.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira My Favorite Topic… BBQ with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow 54 54 My Favorite Topic… BBQ with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow full 59fab2aa-ae76-4bf0-897d-9f03257e146e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-54/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, Professor of Meat Science and State Meat Specialist for the University of Kentucky, to discuss one of my favorite topics, barbecue.

My BBQ journey began when I was a teenager showing horses in the South with my parents and going on road trips across the country with my dad. We got to experience the old school “mom and pop” BBQ stands and shops before BBQ became a national phenomenon. Back then, BBQ was less pretentious. There were no frills or fancy restaurants. Usually just a shack with folding tables and prepackaged hamburger buns. I started learning how to BBQ when I was in grad school, which led me down a rabbit hole I still haven’t escaped.

This week, Dr. Rentfrow and I are going to discuss some tips and tricks to level up your BBQ game. If you would like to learn more about BBQ, contact your local extension office and ask if they can offer in person classes! 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, Professor of Meat Science and State Meat Specialist for the University of Kentucky, to discuss one of my favorite topics, barbecue.

My BBQ journey began when I was a teenager showing horses in the South with my parents and going on road trips across the country with my dad. We got to experience the old school “mom and pop” BBQ stands and shops before BBQ became a national phenomenon. Back then, BBQ was less pretentious. There were no frills or fancy restaurants. Usually just a shack with folding tables and prepackaged hamburger buns. I started learning how to BBQ when I was in grad school, which led me down a rabbit hole I still haven’t escaped.

This week, Dr. Rentfrow and I are going to discuss some tips and tricks to level up your BBQ game. If you would like to learn more about BBQ, contact your local extension office and ask if they can offer in person classes! 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 14 May 2025 11:04:53 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2396 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, Professor of Meat Science and State Meat Specialist for the University of Kentucky, to discuss one of my favorite topics, barbecue.

My BBQ journey began when I was a teenager showing horses in the South with my parents and going on road trips across the country with my dad. We got to experience the old school “mom and pop” BBQ stands and shops before BBQ became a national phenomenon. Back then, BBQ was less pretentious. There were no frills or fancy restaurants. Usually just a shack with folding tables and prepackaged hamburger buns. I started learning how to BBQ when I was in grad school, which led me down a rabbit hole I still haven’t escaped.

This week, Dr. Rentfrow and I are going to discuss some tips and tricks to level up your BBQ game. If you would like to learn more about BBQ, contact your local extension office and ask if they can offer in person classes! 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Anniversary Special: The Voices That Shaped Us with Donna Coffin 53 53 Anniversary Special: The Voices That Shaped Us with Donna Coffin full eb02b196-ff85-4813-8f47-4ccb537512a2 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-53/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Donna Coffin, Professor Emerita, University of Maine Cooperative Extension. She was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of extension educator in Piscataquis and Penobscot Counties. In this conversation we talk about all things including her program "So You Want to Farm in Maine," being the first female agricultural extension agent in Ohio, and her passion for spinning and fiber products. Her dog, Raymond, joined us in the studio and was featured as a co-host. The episode starts off discussing some of Dr. Knight’s coal mining days shenanigans, goes through Donna’s days as an extension educator, and we end up discussing wool production.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Donna Coffin, Professor Emerita, University of Maine Cooperative Extension. She was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of extension educator in Piscataquis and Penobscot Counties. In this conversation we talk about all things including her program "So You Want to Farm in Maine," being the first female agricultural extension agent in Ohio, and her passion for spinning and fiber products. Her dog, Raymond, joined us in the studio and was featured as a co-host. The episode starts off discussing some of Dr. Knight’s coal mining days shenanigans, goes through Donna’s days as an extension educator, and we end up discussing wool production.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 07 May 2025 16:24:25 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 3022 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Donna Coffin, Professor Emerita, University of Maine Cooperative Extension. She was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of extension educator in Piscataquis and Penobscot Counties. In this conversation we talk about all things including her program "So You Want to Farm in Maine," being the first female agricultural extension agent in Ohio, and her passion for spinning and fiber products. Her dog, Raymond, joined us in the studio and was featured as a co-host. The episode starts off discussing some of Dr. Knight’s coal mining days shenanigans, goes through Donna’s days as an extension educator, and we end up discussing wool production.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Oink if You Are Ready to Get Started Raising Pigs! 52 52 Oink if You Are Ready to Get Started Raising Pigs! full 9a0b5bda-ee80-46a4-b95a-5e1af4b39668 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-52/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight discuss the basics of raising pigs. Dr. Knight owns a 14-acre registered Berkshire Farm in Garland, Maine with the distinct honor of being the top Berkshire breeder since 2023. Dr. Knight also serves on the National Pork Board Swine Education and Outreach Advisory Board where he helps plan the annual Swine Educators conference and reviews grant applications for swine education and research funded by the Pork Checkoff. Your hosts will discuss basic swine husbandry and few tips and tricks to making raising pigs successful. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight discuss the basics of raising pigs. Dr. Knight owns a 14-acre registered Berkshire Farm in Garland, Maine with the distinct honor of being the top Berkshire breeder since 2023. Dr. Knight also serves on the National Pork Board Swine Education and Outreach Advisory Board where he helps plan the annual Swine Educators conference and reviews grant applications for swine education and research funded by the Pork Checkoff. Your hosts will discuss basic swine husbandry and few tips and tricks to making raising pigs successful. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:07:02 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2495 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight discuss the basics of raising pigs. Dr. Knight owns a 14-acre registered Berkshire Farm in Garland, Maine with the distinct honor of being the top Berkshire breeder since 2023. Dr. Knight also serves on the National Pork Board Swine Education and Outreach Advisory Board where he helps plan the annual Swine Educators conference and reviews grant applications for swine education and research funded by the Pork Checkoff. Your hosts will discuss basic swine husbandry and few tips and tricks to making raising pigs successful. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Dairy Insights: Navigating Milk Quality During Milking with Dr. Gary Anderson 51 51 Dairy Insights: Navigating Milk Quality During Milking with Dr. Gary Anderson full 23a3a140-b77c-4e82-9640-03f251884d7d https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-51/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Gary Anderson, Animal and Bioscience Specialist Emeritus, University of Maine. The conversation reviews milk quality guidelines and cleanliness during milking. Dr. Anderson was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of dairy specialist working on programs such as milk quality and sanitation, estate planning, Green Pastures program and more. Dr. Anderson continues to be a resource for the dairy and livestock industries in Maine. In his free time, Anderson stays active with his grandkids. 


Important: Please work with your veterinarian to develop health management plans, and discuss protocols for maintaining milk quality. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Gary Anderson, Animal and Bioscience Specialist Emeritus, University of Maine. The conversation reviews milk quality guidelines and cleanliness during milking. Dr. Anderson was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of dairy specialist working on programs such as milk quality and sanitation, estate planning, Green Pastures program and more. Dr. Anderson continues to be a resource for the dairy and livestock industries in Maine. In his free time, Anderson stays active with his grandkids. 


Important: Please work with your veterinarian to develop health management plans, and discuss protocols for maintaining milk quality. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:55:09 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1540 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Drs. Glenda Pereira and Colt Knight sit down with Dr. Gary Anderson, Animal and Bioscience Specialist Emeritus, University of Maine. The conversation reviews milk quality guidelines and cleanliness during milking. Dr. Anderson was a professor at the University of Maine, and served in the role of dairy specialist working on programs such as milk quality and sanitation, estate planning, Green Pastures program and more. Dr. Anderson continues to be a resource for the dairy and livestock industries in Maine. In his free time, Anderson stays active with his grandkids. 


Important: Please work with your veterinarian to develop health management plans, and discuss protocols for maintaining milk quality. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Bale Grazing with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler 50 50 Bale Grazing with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler full fbf681e9-0ec7-42ce-b15a-a09b51014bdf https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-50/ In this special 50th episode of Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler from the University of Kentucky to discuss bale grazing as a winter feeding strategy for beef cattle. They explore how this method improves manure distribution, reduces soil compaction, and enhances forage utilization. Dr. Lehmkuhler shares insights from a multi-state research project studying bale grazing’s impact on soil health and fertility.

The episode covers best practices for bale placement, choosing the right hay rings, and adjusting strategies based on soil conditions. They also discuss cost-effective ways to reduce mud-related challenges and alternative winter feeding options like unrolling hay. Whether you’re a small-scale farmer or managing a large herd, this episode provides valuable tips to optimize winter feeding while improving soil and herd health.

Tune in for practical advice on making the most of winter grazing!

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> In this special 50th episode of Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler from the University of Kentucky to discuss bale grazing as a winter feeding strategy for beef cattle. They explore how this method improves manure distribution, reduces soil compaction, and enhances forage utilization. Dr. Lehmkuhler shares insights from a multi-state research project studying bale grazing’s impact on soil health and fertility.

The episode covers best practices for bale placement, choosing the right hay rings, and adjusting strategies based on soil conditions. They also discuss cost-effective ways to reduce mud-related challenges and alternative winter feeding options like unrolling hay. Whether you’re a small-scale farmer or managing a large herd, this episode provides valuable tips to optimize winter feeding while improving soil and herd health.

Tune in for practical advice on making the most of winter grazing!

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:50:07 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2142 In this special 50th episode of Maine Farmcast, host Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler from the University of Kentucky to discuss bale grazing as a winter feeding strategy for beef cattle. They explore how this method improves manure distribution, reduces soil compaction, and enhances forage utilization. Dr. Lehmkuhler shares insights from a multi-state research project studying bale grazing’s impact on soil health and fertility.

The episode covers best practices for bale placement, choosing the right hay rings, and adjusting strategies based on soil conditions. They also discuss cost-effective ways to reduce mud-related challenges and alternative winter feeding options like unrolling hay. Whether you’re a small-scale farmer or managing a large herd, this episode provides valuable tips to optimize winter feeding while improving soil and herd health.

Tune in for practical advice on making the most of winter grazing!

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Grazing Plans with Dr. Jaime Garzon 49 49 Grazing Plans with Dr. Jaime Garzon full e834932b-9d6b-4aa8-89c9-908dd2dd50a9 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-49/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Jaime Garzon about how to start a grazing plan. Dr. Jaime Garzon is an Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator at the UMaine Extension. His extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on forage production and regenerative pasture management.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Jaime Garzon about how to start a grazing plan. Dr. Jaime Garzon is an Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator at the UMaine Extension. His extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on forage production and regenerative pasture management.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 09 Apr 2025 09:22:45 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 811 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Jaime Garzon about how to start a grazing plan. Dr. Jaime Garzon is an Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator at the UMaine Extension. His extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on forage production and regenerative pasture management.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Field Notes: York County, Maine Agricultural Updates with Dr. Ankit Singh 48 48 Field Notes: York County, Maine Agricultural Updates with Dr. Ankit Singh full a5fb9533-96d0-496b-ac4f-e8d22ae69e1a https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-48/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Ankit Singh who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture at UMaine. Dr. Singh is based in York County, and has statewide responsibilities for ornamental horticulture.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Ankit Singh who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture at UMaine. Dr. Singh is based in York County, and has statewide responsibilities for ornamental horticulture.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:25:27 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1414 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Ankit Singh who is an Assistant Extension Professor of Sustainable Agriculture and Ornamental Horticulture at UMaine. Dr. Singh is based in York County, and has statewide responsibilities for ornamental horticulture.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira University of Maine Cooperative Extension Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory with Dr. Dana Hill 47 47 University of Maine Cooperative Extension Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory with Dr. Dana Hill full 97f135d1-9fc1-4e98-8231-0a658f4ecb3e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-47/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, and Dr. Colt Knight, sit down with Dr. Dana Hill who is part of the UMaine Livestock team. Dr. Hill is an Assistant Extension Professor, Veterinarian Specialist, and the Director of the UMaine Extension Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. She has a special interest in infectious disease research and obtained a combined residency and Ph.D. in anatomic pathology at Iowa State University. In her downtime, Hill enjoys hiking with her husband, friends and dogs all over Maine. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, and Dr. Colt Knight, sit down with Dr. Dana Hill who is part of the UMaine Livestock team. Dr. Hill is an Assistant Extension Professor, Veterinarian Specialist, and the Director of the UMaine Extension Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. She has a special interest in infectious disease research and obtained a combined residency and Ph.D. in anatomic pathology at Iowa State University. In her downtime, Hill enjoys hiking with her husband, friends and dogs all over Maine. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:04:39 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1997 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, and Dr. Colt Knight, sit down with Dr. Dana Hill who is part of the UMaine Livestock team. Dr. Hill is an Assistant Extension Professor, Veterinarian Specialist, and the Director of the UMaine Extension Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. She has a special interest in infectious disease research and obtained a combined residency and Ph.D. in anatomic pathology at Iowa State University. In her downtime, Hill enjoys hiking with her husband, friends and dogs all over Maine. 

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Cracking the Cost of Eggs and a Beginners Guide to Raising Chicks 46 46 Cracking the Cost of Eggs and a Beginners Guide to Raising Chicks full 0cfbd639-e921-49da-ae98-d56957adf013 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-46/ On this episode of Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt explore the rising cost of eggs. The discussion highlights the impact of the concurrent bird flu epidemic, which has led to the loss of 166 million poultry, causing a disruption in egg supply. They clarify the differences between broilers and layers, explaining why chicken meat prices have remained stable while egg prices have soared. The hosts break down the economics of raising backyard chickens, comparing the costs of feed and equipment to the price of store-bought eggs. They also provide practical advice for those considering raising their own poultry, emphasizing proper brooder setup and predator control. Heat lamp safety, choosing the right breed for Maine’s climate, and preventing common poultry diseases are key takeaways. With expert insights and real-world experience, this episode offers valuable guidance to both novice and seasoned poultry keepers. Listeners can also submit questions and topic suggestions to the show for future discussions.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> On this episode of Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt explore the rising cost of eggs. The discussion highlights the impact of the concurrent bird flu epidemic, which has led to the loss of 166 million poultry, causing a disruption in egg supply. They clarify the differences between broilers and layers, explaining why chicken meat prices have remained stable while egg prices have soared. The hosts break down the economics of raising backyard chickens, comparing the costs of feed and equipment to the price of store-bought eggs. They also provide practical advice for those considering raising their own poultry, emphasizing proper brooder setup and predator control. Heat lamp safety, choosing the right breed for Maine’s climate, and preventing common poultry diseases are key takeaways. With expert insights and real-world experience, this episode offers valuable guidance to both novice and seasoned poultry keepers. Listeners can also submit questions and topic suggestions to the show for future discussions.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:21:28 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2171 On this episode of Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt explore the rising cost of eggs. The discussion highlights the impact of the concurrent bird flu epidemic, which has led to the loss of 166 million poultry, causing a disruption in egg supply. They clarify the differences between broilers and layers, explaining why chicken meat prices have remained stable while egg prices have soared. The hosts break down the economics of raising backyard chickens, comparing the costs of feed and equipment to the price of store-bought eggs. They also provide practical advice for those considering raising their own poultry, emphasizing proper brooder setup and predator control. Heat lamp safety, choosing the right breed for Maine’s climate, and preventing common poultry diseases are key takeaways. With expert insights and real-world experience, this episode offers valuable guidance to both novice and seasoned poultry keepers. Listeners can also submit questions and topic suggestions to the show for future discussions.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine Dairy Workforce with Dr. Ashley Marshall 45 45 Maine Dairy Workforce with Dr. Ashley Marshall full 3dfb5bd0-9b6a-4b9d-894a-9e9e3dedfbfe https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-45/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Ashley Marshall. Marshall is currently working as the Dairy Industry Workforce
Specialist with Eastern Maine Development Corporation. She returned to Maine after her time as a Professor of Dairy Science at SUNY Morrisville. Marshall received her Ph.D. from Colorado State University in reproduction and has a wealth of experience and is passionate about the dairy industry. This conversation revolves around the program she is conducting which focuses on bolstering the Maine dairy workforce. In her downtime, Marshall enjoys spending time with her family on her farm.

If you need more information, please reach out to Ashley Marshall, the Dairy Industry Workforce Specialist with EMDC at amarshall@emdc.org or 207.949.2472.

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 Institutional Equity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Ashley Marshall. Marshall is currently working as the Dairy Industry Workforce
Specialist with Eastern Maine Development Corporation. She returned to Maine after her time as a Professor of Dairy Science at SUNY Morrisville. Marshall received her Ph.D. from Colorado State University in reproduction and has a wealth of experience and is passionate about the dairy industry. This conversation revolves around the program she is conducting which focuses on bolstering the Maine dairy workforce. In her downtime, Marshall enjoys spending time with her family on her farm.

If you need more information, please reach out to Ashley Marshall, the Dairy Industry Workforce Specialist with EMDC at amarshall@emdc.org or 207.949.2472.

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 Institutional Equity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 12 Mar 2025 12:34:31 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1304 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Ashley Marshall. Marshall is currently working as the Dairy Industry Workforce
Specialist with Eastern Maine Development Corporation. She returned to Maine after her time as a Professor of Dairy Science at SUNY Morrisville. Marshall received her Ph.D. from Colorado State University in reproduction and has a wealth of experience and is passionate about the dairy industry. This conversation revolves around the program she is conducting which focuses on bolstering the Maine dairy workforce. In her downtime, Marshall enjoys spending time with her family on her farm.

If you need more information, please reach out to Ashley Marshall, the Dairy Industry Workforce Specialist with EMDC at amarshall@emdc.org or 207.949.2472.

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 Institutional Equity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Farm Service Agency with Lucia Brown and Amanda May 44 44 Farm Service Agency with Lucia Brown and Amanda May full 2f4029fd-c9b8-417c-927c-111546337219 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-44/ On this of the Maine Farmcast, Colt is joined by Lucia Brown, Deputy State Executive Director and Acting Farm Loan Chief for FSA and Amanda May, Agricultural Program Chief to discuss some of the programs and loans that FSA offers farmers. 


Farm Service Agency is equitably serving all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans. A customer-driven agency with a diverse and multi-talented workforce, dedicated to achieving an economically and environmentally sound future for American Agriculture. A market-oriented, economically and environmentally sound American agriculture delivering an abundant, safe, and affordable food and fiber supply while sustaining quality agricultural communities.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> On this of the Maine Farmcast, Colt is joined by Lucia Brown, Deputy State Executive Director and Acting Farm Loan Chief for FSA and Amanda May, Agricultural Program Chief to discuss some of the programs and loans that FSA offers farmers. 


Farm Service Agency is equitably serving all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans. A customer-driven agency with a diverse and multi-talented workforce, dedicated to achieving an economically and environmentally sound future for American Agriculture. A market-oriented, economically and environmentally sound American agriculture delivering an abundant, safe, and affordable food and fiber supply while sustaining quality agricultural communities.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2025 14:50:28 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2019 On this of the Maine Farmcast, Colt is joined by Lucia Brown, Deputy State Executive Director and Acting Farm Loan Chief for FSA and Amanda May, Agricultural Program Chief to discuss some of the programs and loans that FSA offers farmers. 


Farm Service Agency is equitably serving all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans. A customer-driven agency with a diverse and multi-talented workforce, dedicated to achieving an economically and environmentally sound future for American Agriculture. A market-oriented, economically and environmentally sound American agriculture delivering an abundant, safe, and affordable food and fiber supply while sustaining quality agricultural communities.

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 and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Getting to Know Your Hosts Part 2 with Dr. Colt W. Knight 43 43 Getting to Know Your Hosts Part 2 with Dr. Colt W. Knight full a7418cce-b9bb-4bab-9939-f20a8c859403 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-43/ Colt grew up in a coal mining family in West Virginia where they also operated a small family farm and show horse stable. During academic breaks and between schools, he worked in strip mines across the country. Colt earned his B.S. in Animal Science at the University of Kentucky, M.S. in Animal Science at Angelo State University, and his Ph.D. in Animal Science at the University of Arizona in 2006, 2012, and 2016, respectively. In the fall of 2016, he worked on a postdoc with Dr. Derek Bailey at New Mexico State University.

Since 2017, Colt has worked as an Associate Extension Professor for the University of Maine where he serves as the State Livestock Specialist. He teaches Introduction to Animal Science (AVS 145) and runs the Maine Grazing Behavior Lab. The core focus of the Grazing Behavior lab revolves around designing and manufacturing livestock tracking collars, engaging in applied grazing behavior research, and assisting other researchers with technology to interpret animal behavior.

Dr. Knight’s research is broadly focused on selecting animals uniquely adapted to landscapes and promoting sustainable agriculture. Colt is the current chair for the Society of Range Management Livestock Foraging Behavior Committee, as well as, the North East Region Chair for the National Association of County Agricultural Agent’s Teaching and Educational Technology Committee. He also serves as an Associate Editor for the journal Ecological Processes. Colt is actively engaged in outreach and has delivered over 150 seminars on livestock production since starting his career at the University of Maine.

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).

]]> Colt grew up in a coal mining family in West Virginia where they also operated a small family farm and show horse stable. During academic breaks and between schools, he worked in strip mines across the country. Colt earned his B.S. in Animal Science at the University of Kentucky, M.S. in Animal Science at Angelo State University, and his Ph.D. in Animal Science at the University of Arizona in 2006, 2012, and 2016, respectively. In the fall of 2016, he worked on a postdoc with Dr. Derek Bailey at New Mexico State University.

Since 2017, Colt has worked as an Associate Extension Professor for the University of Maine where he serves as the State Livestock Specialist. He teaches Introduction to Animal Science (AVS 145) and runs the Maine Grazing Behavior Lab. The core focus of the Grazing Behavior lab revolves around designing and manufacturing livestock tracking collars, engaging in applied grazing behavior research, and assisting other researchers with technology to interpret animal behavior.

Dr. Knight’s research is broadly focused on selecting animals uniquely adapted to landscapes and promoting sustainable agriculture. Colt is the current chair for the Society of Range Management Livestock Foraging Behavior Committee, as well as, the North East Region Chair for the National Association of County Agricultural Agent’s Teaching and Educational Technology Committee. He also serves as an Associate Editor for the journal Ecological Processes. Colt is actively engaged in outreach and has delivered over 150 seminars on livestock production since starting his career at the University of Maine.

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).

]]> Wed, 26 Feb 2025 10:59:41 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1986 Colt grew up in a coal mining family in West Virginia where they also operated a small family farm and show horse stable. During academic breaks and between schools, he worked in strip mines across the country. Colt earned his B.S. in Animal Science at the University of Kentucky, M.S. in Animal Science at Angelo State University, and his Ph.D. in Animal Science at the University of Arizona in 2006, 2012, and 2016, respectively. In the fall of 2016, he worked on a postdoc with Dr. Derek Bailey at New Mexico State University.

Since 2017, Colt has worked as an Associate Extension Professor for the University of Maine where he serves as the State Livestock Specialist. He teaches Introduction to Animal Science (AVS 145) and runs the Maine Grazing Behavior Lab. The core focus of the Grazing Behavior lab revolves around designing and manufacturing livestock tracking collars, engaging in applied grazing behavior research, and assisting other researchers with technology to interpret animal behavior.

Dr. Knight’s research is broadly focused on selecting animals uniquely adapted to landscapes and promoting sustainable agriculture. Colt is the current chair for the Society of Range Management Livestock Foraging Behavior Committee, as well as, the North East Region Chair for the National Association of County Agricultural Agent’s Teaching and Educational Technology Committee. He also serves as an Associate Editor for the journal Ecological Processes. Colt is actively engaged in outreach and has delivered over 150 seminars on livestock production since starting his career at the University of Maine.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Dairy Nutrition for Small Scale Dairies with Dr. Sarah Allen 42 42 Dairy Nutrition for Small Scale Dairies with Dr. Sarah Allen full 1847c78c-719f-4e27-a443-f4d0f3116228 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-42/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sarah Allen about dairy nutrition considerations for small scale dairy farmers. Allen holds a doctorate from North Carolina State University, in which she focused on research in mycotoxin mitigation, milk quality, and milk fatty acids. After working as a dairy consultant for Purina Animal Nutrition in Western New York, Dr. Allen transitioned into her current role as Extension Dairy Specialist at the University of New Hampshire.

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).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sarah Allen about dairy nutrition considerations for small scale dairy farmers. Allen holds a doctorate from North Carolina State University, in which she focused on research in mycotoxin mitigation, milk quality, and milk fatty acids. After working as a dairy consultant for Purina Animal Nutrition in Western New York, Dr. Allen transitioned into her current role as Extension Dairy Specialist at the University of New Hampshire.

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).


]]> Wed, 19 Feb 2025 07:26:08 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1446 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sarah Allen about dairy nutrition considerations for small scale dairy farmers. Allen holds a doctorate from North Carolina State University, in which she focused on research in mycotoxin mitigation, milk quality, and milk fatty acids. After working as a dairy consultant for Purina Animal Nutrition in Western New York, Dr. Allen transitioned into her current role as Extension Dairy Specialist at the University of New Hampshire.

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Getting to Know your Hosts Part 1 with Dr. Glenda Pereira 41 41 Getting to Know your Hosts Part 1 with Dr. Glenda Pereira full d3792239-810f-41df-83f1-a5aec8feb6c3 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-41/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight visits with Dr. Pereira about her background in dairy, education, and research. As the Extension Dairy Specialist, Dr. Pereira conducts applied research and develop educational programs for dairy and livestock producers across the state of Maine and New England. While the Holstein breed is near and dear to her heart, Dr. Pereira admires the Normande breed and her favorite dairy products are sour cream and ice cream. Glenda has a B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Rhode Island and a  M.S and Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Pereira started her Extension role in 2021 at the University of Maine.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight visits with Dr. Pereira about her background in dairy, education, and research. As the Extension Dairy Specialist, Dr. Pereira conducts applied research and develop educational programs for dairy and livestock producers across the state of Maine and New England. While the Holstein breed is near and dear to her heart, Dr. Pereira admires the Normande breed and her favorite dairy products are sour cream and ice cream. Glenda has a B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Rhode Island and a  M.S and Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Pereira started her Extension role in 2021 at the University of Maine.

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).

]]> Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:07:37 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2078 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight visits with Dr. Pereira about her background in dairy, education, and research. As the Extension Dairy Specialist, Dr. Pereira conducts applied research and develop educational programs for dairy and livestock producers across the state of Maine and New England. While the Holstein breed is near and dear to her heart, Dr. Pereira admires the Normande breed and her favorite dairy products are sour cream and ice cream. Glenda has a B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Rhode Island and a  M.S and Ph.D. in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota. Dr. Pereira started her Extension role in 2021 at the University of Maine.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Highlights on Solar Powered Watering Systems and Grazing with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler 40 40 Highlights on Solar Powered Watering Systems and Grazing with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler full 7777c021-3d4d-4fc6-bc1b-5b46475775fa https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-40/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt travels to the Commonwealth State of Kentucky to talk about alternative and direct marketing strategies we use here in Maine with beef producers in Kentucky. While there, he catches up with good friend and repeat podcast guest, Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler and attends the Heart of America Grazing Conference and Pasture Ecology Workshop. Dr. Lehmkuhler shared a solar powered water well system. They also got to take part in a presentation where pastoralists discussed pros and cons of the different electric fencing wires, temporary posts, fence storage solutions, and chargers.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt travels to the Commonwealth State of Kentucky to talk about alternative and direct marketing strategies we use here in Maine with beef producers in Kentucky. While there, he catches up with good friend and repeat podcast guest, Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler and attends the Heart of America Grazing Conference and Pasture Ecology Workshop. Dr. Lehmkuhler shared a solar powered water well system. They also got to take part in a presentation where pastoralists discussed pros and cons of the different electric fencing wires, temporary posts, fence storage solutions, and chargers.

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).

]]> Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:46:54 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 3081 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt travels to the Commonwealth State of Kentucky to talk about alternative and direct marketing strategies we use here in Maine with beef producers in Kentucky. While there, he catches up with good friend and repeat podcast guest, Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler and attends the Heart of America Grazing Conference and Pasture Ecology Workshop. Dr. Lehmkuhler shared a solar powered water well system. They also got to take part in a presentation where pastoralists discussed pros and cons of the different electric fencing wires, temporary posts, fence storage solutions, and chargers.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Cover Crops with Eduardo Stern 39 39 Cover Crops with Eduardo Stern full b4b8c1e2-2ae2-4048-a1d9-e2a850481d21 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-38/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Eduardo Stern, Director of Tropical Seeds LLC, and Dr. Jaime Garzon, Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator, drop by to discuss some new research of cover crops. Tropical Seeds LLC is a Florida-based company that markets seeds for tropical forage crops, including sunn hemp, a fast-growing warm-season legume used as a forage or cover crop in many countries worldwide. In this episode, we discuss the advantages of using cover crops in agricultural systems, some suitable forage species, and the ongoing legume trials Dr. Garzon is conducting in Maine.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Eduardo Stern, Director of Tropical Seeds LLC, and Dr. Jaime Garzon, Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator, drop by to discuss some new research of cover crops. Tropical Seeds LLC is a Florida-based company that markets seeds for tropical forage crops, including sunn hemp, a fast-growing warm-season legume used as a forage or cover crop in many countries worldwide. In this episode, we discuss the advantages of using cover crops in agricultural systems, some suitable forage species, and the ongoing legume trials Dr. Garzon is conducting in Maine.

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).

]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:31:05 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1550 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Eduardo Stern, Director of Tropical Seeds LLC, and Dr. Jaime Garzon, Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator, drop by to discuss some new research of cover crops. Tropical Seeds LLC is a Florida-based company that markets seeds for tropical forage crops, including sunn hemp, a fast-growing warm-season legume used as a forage or cover crop in many countries worldwide. In this episode, we discuss the advantages of using cover crops in agricultural systems, some suitable forage species, and the ongoing legume trials Dr. Garzon is conducting in Maine.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira The Maine Ag Trades Show with Kevin Woltemath 38 38 The Maine Ag Trades Show with Kevin Woltemath full e39fb15d-eb03-4906-be19-d3e6cbcd5d5a https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-38/ Recorded in front of live studio audience. On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt and Glenda set up shop on the main stage of the the Maine Agricultural Trades Show in Augusta, Maine on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 to record a live show with Kevin Woltemath of Pineland Natural Meats to discuss his journey through agriculture, his work with beef producers in the Pine Tree State, his involvement with the Maine agricultural industry over the last 20 years and his thoughts on the future of agriculture in Maine. Kevin is an active member of the Maine Agricultural Community working with Ag Com, the Maine Beef Producers Association, Agricultural Fairs, the University of Maine and much more.

Correction - I mistakenly said Mr. Woltemath received the MBPA Hall of Fame Award but he was too polite to correct me during the podcast. He actually won the MBPA Service Award.

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).


]]> Recorded in front of live studio audience. On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt and Glenda set up shop on the main stage of the the Maine Agricultural Trades Show in Augusta, Maine on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 to record a live show with Kevin Woltemath of Pineland Natural Meats to discuss his journey through agriculture, his work with beef producers in the Pine Tree State, his involvement with the Maine agricultural industry over the last 20 years and his thoughts on the future of agriculture in Maine. Kevin is an active member of the Maine Agricultural Community working with Ag Com, the Maine Beef Producers Association, Agricultural Fairs, the University of Maine and much more.

Correction - I mistakenly said Mr. Woltemath received the MBPA Hall of Fame Award but he was too polite to correct me during the podcast. He actually won the MBPA Service Award.

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).


]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:43:09 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1904 Recorded in front of live studio audience. On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt and Glenda set up shop on the main stage of the the Maine Agricultural Trades Show in Augusta, Maine on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 to record a live show with Kevin Woltemath of Pineland Natural Meats to discuss his journey through agriculture, his work with beef producers in the Pine Tree State, his involvement with the Maine agricultural industry over the last 20 years and his thoughts on the future of agriculture in Maine. Kevin is an active member of the Maine Agricultural Community working with Ag Com, the Maine Beef Producers Association, Agricultural Fairs, the University of Maine and much more.

Correction - I mistakenly said Mr. Woltemath received the MBPA Hall of Fame Award but he was too polite to correct me during the podcast. He actually won the MBPA Service Award.

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira A Journey from Agricultural Education to Vocation with Madison Philbrick 37 37 A Journey from Agricultural Education to Vocation with Madison Philbrick full 2320f9f4-74d4-4e34-ac8a-092ae11ff265 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-37/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down with Madison Philbrick, Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for Animal and Veterinary Sciences in the College of Earth, Health, and Life Sciences at the University of Maine. As a Maine native, Maddy grew up in a coastal community, and worked her way through college earning both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Animal and Veterinary Science. Before transferring to her current role, she served as the J. F. Witter Center Livestock Operations Manager. She is a hard worker and dedicated to helping Maine youth succeed in their academic careers and has a great story to tell. Enjoy the listen!

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down with Madison Philbrick, Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for Animal and Veterinary Sciences in the College of Earth, Health, and Life Sciences at the University of Maine. As a Maine native, Maddy grew up in a coastal community, and worked her way through college earning both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Animal and Veterinary Science. Before transferring to her current role, she served as the J. F. Witter Center Livestock Operations Manager. She is a hard worker and dedicated to helping Maine youth succeed in their academic careers and has a great story to tell. Enjoy the listen!

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).

]]> Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:26:42 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2089 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Knight sits down with Madison Philbrick, Academic Advisor and Program Coordinator for Animal and Veterinary Sciences in the College of Earth, Health, and Life Sciences at the University of Maine. As a Maine native, Maddy grew up in a coastal community, and worked her way through college earning both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Animal and Veterinary Science. Before transferring to her current role, she served as the J. F. Witter Center Livestock Operations Manager. She is a hard worker and dedicated to helping Maine youth succeed in their academic careers and has a great story to tell. Enjoy the listen!

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Small Swine Producers and Veterinarians Grant Update with Casey Zangaro 36 36 Small Swine Producers and Veterinarians Grant Update with Casey Zangaro full ac772642-8c42-4f99-aefb-06e1c86ac14e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-36/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt visited the National Swine Education and Outreach Conference in Kansas City, Missouri where he got the chance to sit down with fellow swine enthusiast, Casey Zangaro, Swine Extension Educator for Michigan State University.

Extension agents from Michigan, Maine, Iowa, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania worked together to acquire a grant from the National Pork Board to gather information about small scale swine producers and veterinarians from across the country. Through surveys and focus groups. Over the course of this podcast, we will highlight some of the most interesting concerns highlighted by producers and veterinarians.

The objectives of the National Pork Board’s Swine Education and Outreach Grant program are:

  • Drive state and regional execution of national producer priorities, as identified in the annual industry planning process.
  • Facilitate greater swine/pork education reach for under-served states and producers.
  • Increase interaction with all segments of pork production and/or operation types.
  • Enhance collaboration and coordination among industry, research, and Extension nationwide.
  • Support Swine Outreach and Education Professionals as a critical part of a successful national system executed at the local level.
  • Leverage expertise of Extension with Checkoff funding.
  • Strengthen the partnership between the National Pork Board and Swine Education and Outreach Professionals.
  • Advance and enhance the workforce pipeline for industry, research and Extension.
  • Expand new and alternative platforms for education deployment.

To learn more about the grant, please visit:
https://porkcheckoff.org/about/leadership-opportunities/swine-education-outreach-professional/seop-grant/

To learn more about Casey Zangaro, please visit:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/casey-zangaro

Results of the grant will be published soon, and we will include a link when those are ready.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt visited the National Swine Education and Outreach Conference in Kansas City, Missouri where he got the chance to sit down with fellow swine enthusiast, Casey Zangaro, Swine Extension Educator for Michigan State University.

Extension agents from Michigan, Maine, Iowa, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania worked together to acquire a grant from the National Pork Board to gather information about small scale swine producers and veterinarians from across the country. Through surveys and focus groups. Over the course of this podcast, we will highlight some of the most interesting concerns highlighted by producers and veterinarians.

The objectives of the National Pork Board’s Swine Education and Outreach Grant program are:

  • Drive state and regional execution of national producer priorities, as identified in the annual industry planning process.
  • Facilitate greater swine/pork education reach for under-served states and producers.
  • Increase interaction with all segments of pork production and/or operation types.
  • Enhance collaboration and coordination among industry, research, and Extension nationwide.
  • Support Swine Outreach and Education Professionals as a critical part of a successful national system executed at the local level.
  • Leverage expertise of Extension with Checkoff funding.
  • Strengthen the partnership between the National Pork Board and Swine Education and Outreach Professionals.
  • Advance and enhance the workforce pipeline for industry, research and Extension.
  • Expand new and alternative platforms for education deployment.

To learn more about the grant, please visit:
https://porkcheckoff.org/about/leadership-opportunities/swine-education-outreach-professional/seop-grant/

To learn more about Casey Zangaro, please visit:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/casey-zangaro

Results of the grant will be published soon, and we will include a link when those are ready.

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).

]]> Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:25:24 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1699 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Colt visited the National Swine Education and Outreach Conference in Kansas City, Missouri where he got the chance to sit down with fellow swine enthusiast, Casey Zangaro, Swine Extension Educator for Michigan State University.

Extension agents from Michigan, Maine, Iowa, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania worked together to acquire a grant from the National Pork Board to gather information about small scale swine producers and veterinarians from across the country. Through surveys and focus groups. Over the course of this podcast, we will highlight some of the most interesting concerns highlighted by producers and veterinarians.

The objectives of the National Pork Board’s Swine Education and Outreach Grant program are:

  • Drive state and regional execution of national producer priorities, as identified in the annual industry planning process.
  • Facilitate greater swine/pork education reach for under-served states and producers.
  • Increase interaction with all segments of pork production and/or operation types.
  • Enhance collaboration and coordination among industry, research, and Extension nationwide.
  • Support Swine Outreach and Education Professionals as a critical part of a successful national system executed at the local level.
  • Leverage expertise of Extension with Checkoff funding.
  • Strengthen the partnership between the National Pork Board and Swine Education and Outreach Professionals.
  • Advance and enhance the workforce pipeline for industry, research and Extension.
  • Expand new and alternative platforms for education deployment.

To learn more about the grant, please visit:
https://porkcheckoff.org/about/leadership-opportunities/swine-education-outreach-professional/seop-grant/

To learn more about Casey Zangaro, please visit:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/people/casey-zangaro

Results of the grant will be published soon, and we will include a link when those are ready.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Maine AgrAbility with Bella Russo and Brie Weisman 35 35 Maine AgrAbility with Bella Russo and Brie Weisman full 08b32cf7-8029-4e48-831a-056cd4c08533 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-35/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by Bella Russo, Director of Maine AgrAbility, and Brie Weisman, occupational therapist, to discuss Maine AgrAbility.

Addressing health, safety, and the prevention of injuries across the state of Maine— on the farm, on the water, and in the forest. The Maine AgrAbility project is dedicated to helping farmers, fishermen, and forest workers work safely and more productively. Maine AgrAbility is designed to assist owners, operators, managers, employees, and family members of farm, fishing or forestry businesses. We offer education for agricultural workers whose lifestyle and business have been impacted by a disability. We provide training and education to health care providers, agricultural professionals, emergency response agencies, and other community groups about agricultural workers with disabilities.

Maine AgrAbility programming is funded through a grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. We network with many existing resources and help provide connections for agricultural workers and their families. Maine AgrAbility addresses a wide variety of disabling conditions, including, but not limited to, arthritis, spinal cord injuries/paralysis, back impairments, amputations, brain injury, visual impairments, hearing impairments, disabling diseases, cerebral palsy, respiratory impairments, and head injury.

To learn more about Maine AgrAbility please check out the website:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agrability/

You can contact Maine AgrAbility at:
138 Pleasant Street, Suite #1
Farmington, Maine 04938-5828
Tel: 800.287.1478
Email: Maine.AgrAbility@maine.edu

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by Bella Russo, Director of Maine AgrAbility, and Brie Weisman, occupational therapist, to discuss Maine AgrAbility.

Addressing health, safety, and the prevention of injuries across the state of Maine— on the farm, on the water, and in the forest. The Maine AgrAbility project is dedicated to helping farmers, fishermen, and forest workers work safely and more productively. Maine AgrAbility is designed to assist owners, operators, managers, employees, and family members of farm, fishing or forestry businesses. We offer education for agricultural workers whose lifestyle and business have been impacted by a disability. We provide training and education to health care providers, agricultural professionals, emergency response agencies, and other community groups about agricultural workers with disabilities.

Maine AgrAbility programming is funded through a grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. We network with many existing resources and help provide connections for agricultural workers and their families. Maine AgrAbility addresses a wide variety of disabling conditions, including, but not limited to, arthritis, spinal cord injuries/paralysis, back impairments, amputations, brain injury, visual impairments, hearing impairments, disabling diseases, cerebral palsy, respiratory impairments, and head injury.

To learn more about Maine AgrAbility please check out the website:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agrability/

You can contact Maine AgrAbility at:
138 Pleasant Street, Suite #1
Farmington, Maine 04938-5828
Tel: 800.287.1478
Email: Maine.AgrAbility@maine.edu

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).

]]> Wed, 01 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2077 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Glenda and Colt are joined by Bella Russo, Director of Maine AgrAbility, and Brie Weisman, occupational therapist, to discuss Maine AgrAbility.

Addressing health, safety, and the prevention of injuries across the state of Maine— on the farm, on the water, and in the forest. The Maine AgrAbility project is dedicated to helping farmers, fishermen, and forest workers work safely and more productively. Maine AgrAbility is designed to assist owners, operators, managers, employees, and family members of farm, fishing or forestry businesses. We offer education for agricultural workers whose lifestyle and business have been impacted by a disability. We provide training and education to health care providers, agricultural professionals, emergency response agencies, and other community groups about agricultural workers with disabilities.

Maine AgrAbility programming is funded through a grant from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. We network with many existing resources and help provide connections for agricultural workers and their families. Maine AgrAbility addresses a wide variety of disabling conditions, including, but not limited to, arthritis, spinal cord injuries/paralysis, back impairments, amputations, brain injury, visual impairments, hearing impairments, disabling diseases, cerebral palsy, respiratory impairments, and head injury.

To learn more about Maine AgrAbility please check out the website:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agrability/

You can contact Maine AgrAbility at:
138 Pleasant Street, Suite #1
Farmington, Maine 04938-5828
Tel: 800.287.1478
Email: Maine.AgrAbility@maine.edu

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira H5N1 Bird Flu in Dairy Updates with Dr. Sarah Allen 34 34 H5N1 Bird Flu in Dairy Updates with Dr. Sarah Allen full fc90715b-3cc8-4d23-914b-9743214d64ab https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-34/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sarah Allen about the ongoing Avian Flu (H5N1) situation in dairy. This episode was recorded on December 19, 2024 and this situation is ever evolving, so please find the latest updates on the USDA APHIS website.

Dr. Allen holds a doctorate from North Carolina State University, in which she focused on research in mycotoxin mitigation, milk quality, and milk fatty acids. After working as a dairy consultant for Purina Animal Nutrition in Western New York, she transitioned into her current role as Extension Dairy Specialist at the University of New Hampshire. 

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).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sarah Allen about the ongoing Avian Flu (H5N1) situation in dairy. This episode was recorded on December 19, 2024 and this situation is ever evolving, so please find the latest updates on the USDA APHIS website.

Dr. Allen holds a doctorate from North Carolina State University, in which she focused on research in mycotoxin mitigation, milk quality, and milk fatty acids. After working as a dairy consultant for Purina Animal Nutrition in Western New York, she transitioned into her current role as Extension Dairy Specialist at the University of New Hampshire. 

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).


]]> Wed, 25 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 804 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sarah Allen about the ongoing Avian Flu (H5N1) situation in dairy. This episode was recorded on December 19, 2024 and this situation is ever evolving, so please find the latest updates on the USDA APHIS website.

Dr. Allen holds a doctorate from North Carolina State University, in which she focused on research in mycotoxin mitigation, milk quality, and milk fatty acids. After working as a dairy consultant for Purina Animal Nutrition in Western New York, she transitioned into her current role as Extension Dairy Specialist at the University of New Hampshire. 

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Prevention and Mitigation of Meningeal Worm in Small Ruminants with Dr. Rachel White 33 33 Prevention and Mitigation of Meningeal Worm in Small Ruminants with Dr. Rachel White full 385e11c7-597b-479f-bb3b-57269e54ec9a https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-33/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Rachel White about meningeal worms in small ruminants. Dr. Rachel White is an Assistant Extension Professor, Sustainable Agriculture and Livestock Educator Hancock and Washington Counties at UMaine Extension. White's extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on small ruminants and equine.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Rachel White about meningeal worms in small ruminants. Dr. Rachel White is an Assistant Extension Professor, Sustainable Agriculture and Livestock Educator Hancock and Washington Counties at UMaine Extension. White's extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on small ruminants and equine.

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).

]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 12:52:50 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1349 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Rachel White about meningeal worms in small ruminants. Dr. Rachel White is an Assistant Extension Professor, Sustainable Agriculture and Livestock Educator Hancock and Washington Counties at UMaine Extension. White's extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on small ruminants and equine.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Calf Chronicles: The 5 Cs of Dairy Calf Care with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn 32 32 Calf Chronicles: The 5 Cs of Dairy Calf Care with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn full 422d5962-5f59-4c07-b753-a4e20675e139 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-32/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with a return guest, Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn about the 5 Cs of dairy calf care. Dr. Dado-Senn grew up on a 500-cow dairy farm with her family in northwest Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she earned her Bachelors and Ph.D. and the University of Florida where she earned her Masters. Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn is a calf and heifer technical specialist for Vita Plus, providing technical expertise to help producers raise the next generation of their milking herd. She resides in Northwest Wisconsin with her husband and daughters, and is the calf manager for her family dairy farm. 

To learn more about Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn– 

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bethany-Dado-Senn 


To learn more about Feed and Water Space Requirements for calves and Heifers from the Wisconsin Dairyland Initiative– 

https://thedairylandinitiative.vetmed.wisc.edu/home/housing-module/replacement-housing/feed-and-water-space-requirements/

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).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with a return guest, Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn about the 5 Cs of dairy calf care. Dr. Dado-Senn grew up on a 500-cow dairy farm with her family in northwest Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she earned her Bachelors and Ph.D. and the University of Florida where she earned her Masters. Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn is a calf and heifer technical specialist for Vita Plus, providing technical expertise to help producers raise the next generation of their milking herd. She resides in Northwest Wisconsin with her husband and daughters, and is the calf manager for her family dairy farm. 

To learn more about Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn– 

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bethany-Dado-Senn 


To learn more about Feed and Water Space Requirements for calves and Heifers from the Wisconsin Dairyland Initiative– 

https://thedairylandinitiative.vetmed.wisc.edu/home/housing-module/replacement-housing/feed-and-water-space-requirements/

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).


]]> Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:07:28 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1335 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with a return guest, Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn about the 5 Cs of dairy calf care. Dr. Dado-Senn grew up on a 500-cow dairy farm with her family in northwest Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she earned her Bachelors and Ph.D. and the University of Florida where she earned her Masters. Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn is a calf and heifer technical specialist for Vita Plus, providing technical expertise to help producers raise the next generation of their milking herd. She resides in Northwest Wisconsin with her husband and daughters, and is the calf manager for her family dairy farm. 

To learn more about Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn– 

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bethany-Dado-Senn 


To learn more about Feed and Water Space Requirements for calves and Heifers from the Wisconsin Dairyland Initiative– 

https://thedairylandinitiative.vetmed.wisc.edu/home/housing-module/replacement-housing/feed-and-water-space-requirements/

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Livestock Business Planning with JJ Jones 31 31 Livestock Business Planning with JJ Jones full f00e08c1-25e8-4087-b882-8ff2063da94a https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-31/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we sit down with JJ Jones to discuss business planning for farms. An often overlooked aspect of farming is the business. JJ discusses how you can set yourself up for success with business planning. He discusses the key aspects of a business plan, and we talk about the reasons for owning a farm. 


JJ Jones is an Area Agricultural Economics Specialist for twenty-six counties in south-central Oklahoma and serves as the Agriculture and Natural Resource Program Leader for the Southeast District with the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service. With 30 years of experience in extension, JJ is dedicated to providing education in farm management, budgeting, marketing, farm taxes, and estate planning. Additionally, JJ leads the Oklahoma Meat Goat Education Team, which offers meat goat and sheep education to producers in Oklahoma and across the United States. One notable program is the OSU Meat Goat Boot Camp, a three-day workshop that teaches producers the fundamentals of meat goat production.

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).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we sit down with JJ Jones to discuss business planning for farms. An often overlooked aspect of farming is the business. JJ discusses how you can set yourself up for success with business planning. He discusses the key aspects of a business plan, and we talk about the reasons for owning a farm. 


JJ Jones is an Area Agricultural Economics Specialist for twenty-six counties in south-central Oklahoma and serves as the Agriculture and Natural Resource Program Leader for the Southeast District with the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service. With 30 years of experience in extension, JJ is dedicated to providing education in farm management, budgeting, marketing, farm taxes, and estate planning. Additionally, JJ leads the Oklahoma Meat Goat Education Team, which offers meat goat and sheep education to producers in Oklahoma and across the United States. One notable program is the OSU Meat Goat Boot Camp, a three-day workshop that teaches producers the fundamentals of meat goat production.

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).


]]> Wed, 04 Dec 2024 14:58:23 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2372 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we sit down with JJ Jones to discuss business planning for farms. An often overlooked aspect of farming is the business. JJ discusses how you can set yourself up for success with business planning. He discusses the key aspects of a business plan, and we talk about the reasons for owning a farm. 


JJ Jones is an Area Agricultural Economics Specialist for twenty-six counties in south-central Oklahoma and serves as the Agriculture and Natural Resource Program Leader for the Southeast District with the Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Service. With 30 years of experience in extension, JJ is dedicated to providing education in farm management, budgeting, marketing, farm taxes, and estate planning. Additionally, JJ leads the Oklahoma Meat Goat Education Team, which offers meat goat and sheep education to producers in Oklahoma and across the United States. One notable program is the OSU Meat Goat Boot Camp, a three-day workshop that teaches producers the fundamentals of meat goat production.

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Getting to Know the Youth with Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors 30 30 Getting to Know the Youth with Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors full aef292a6-1da5-488a-ad3c-0ff2674f5b72 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-30/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we have a special treat. On November 11, 2024, the University of Maine campus in Orono hosted a group of Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors. On their tour of campus, they stopped by my lab, The Maine Grazing Behavior Lab, to see what a State Livestock Specialist and Associate Extension Professor does on a day-to-day basis. While they were here, they participated in a fun activity where they learned more about pork and swine anatomy. I thought it would be fun to invite the kids into the “under construction” podcast studio to get a behind the scenes look at what goes into making a podcast.

The Maine 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors Program is intended for youth ages 14-18 and provides them with the opportunity to connect to local agriculture, build relationships with industry professionals, develop professional and advocacy skills, and explore careers in agriculture. Following completion of a 6-week training, participants serve a year long term as a member of a Maine 4-H Agriculture Ambassador team in an area of their choosing. Ambassador teams participate in 4-6 events throughout the year where they represent the Maine 4-H program and educate others about their chosen content area. The goal of the Maine 4-H Ag Ambassador Program is to provide experiences for youth to explore their interest in agriculture. The program focuses on:

  • connecting youth with their local food systems and industries
  • exploring the richness and diversity of the Maine food system
  • developing “ag-vocacy” skills
  • increasing access to career and post-secondary opportunities in agri-science and food system

If you would like to learn more about the program, please visit:

https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/youth/ag-leadership/

4-H staff members Tara Marble, Sadee Mehuren, Megan Cook, Alisha Targonski, and Allison Pollock, are responsible for leading the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador program. To contact the team please email: extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we have a special treat. On November 11, 2024, the University of Maine campus in Orono hosted a group of Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors. On their tour of campus, they stopped by my lab, The Maine Grazing Behavior Lab, to see what a State Livestock Specialist and Associate Extension Professor does on a day-to-day basis. While they were here, they participated in a fun activity where they learned more about pork and swine anatomy. I thought it would be fun to invite the kids into the “under construction” podcast studio to get a behind the scenes look at what goes into making a podcast.

The Maine 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors Program is intended for youth ages 14-18 and provides them with the opportunity to connect to local agriculture, build relationships with industry professionals, develop professional and advocacy skills, and explore careers in agriculture. Following completion of a 6-week training, participants serve a year long term as a member of a Maine 4-H Agriculture Ambassador team in an area of their choosing. Ambassador teams participate in 4-6 events throughout the year where they represent the Maine 4-H program and educate others about their chosen content area. The goal of the Maine 4-H Ag Ambassador Program is to provide experiences for youth to explore their interest in agriculture. The program focuses on:

  • connecting youth with their local food systems and industries
  • exploring the richness and diversity of the Maine food system
  • developing “ag-vocacy” skills
  • increasing access to career and post-secondary opportunities in agri-science and food system

If you would like to learn more about the program, please visit:

https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/youth/ag-leadership/

4-H staff members Tara Marble, Sadee Mehuren, Megan Cook, Alisha Targonski, and Allison Pollock, are responsible for leading the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador program. To contact the team please email: extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.

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).

]]> Wed, 27 Nov 2024 14:45:23 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1819 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, we have a special treat. On November 11, 2024, the University of Maine campus in Orono hosted a group of Maine 4-H Ag Ambassadors. On their tour of campus, they stopped by my lab, The Maine Grazing Behavior Lab, to see what a State Livestock Specialist and Associate Extension Professor does on a day-to-day basis. While they were here, they participated in a fun activity where they learned more about pork and swine anatomy. I thought it would be fun to invite the kids into the “under construction” podcast studio to get a behind the scenes look at what goes into making a podcast.

The Maine 4-H Agriculture Ambassadors Program is intended for youth ages 14-18 and provides them with the opportunity to connect to local agriculture, build relationships with industry professionals, develop professional and advocacy skills, and explore careers in agriculture. Following completion of a 6-week training, participants serve a year long term as a member of a Maine 4-H Agriculture Ambassador team in an area of their choosing. Ambassador teams participate in 4-6 events throughout the year where they represent the Maine 4-H program and educate others about their chosen content area. The goal of the Maine 4-H Ag Ambassador Program is to provide experiences for youth to explore their interest in agriculture. The program focuses on:

  • connecting youth with their local food systems and industries
  • exploring the richness and diversity of the Maine food system
  • developing “ag-vocacy” skills
  • increasing access to career and post-secondary opportunities in agri-science and food system

If you would like to learn more about the program, please visit:

https://extension.umaine.edu/4h/youth/ag-leadership/

4-H staff members Tara Marble, Sadee Mehuren, Megan Cook, Alisha Targonski, and Allison Pollock, are responsible for leading the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassador program. To contact the team please email: extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.

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).

]]> 4H, Agriculture, youth, ag ambassadors, Maine, livestock No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira The Last of the Cowboy Scholars with Dr. Derek Bailey 29 29 The Last of the Cowboy Scholars with Dr. Derek Bailey full 40b0fc0d-6977-44fd-aae6-c79aaebcd269 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-29/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I'm pleased to have back Dr. Derek Bailey, Professor Emeritus at New Mexico State University and current Director of Research and Outreach at Deep Well Ranch in Prescott, Arizona. Dr. Bailey served as my Post Doctoral Fellowship Advisor, and has been a long term mentor for me and countless others. He has led an exciting life growing up on a ranch in the Western United States, conducting research all over the world, flying bush planes, and scuba diving amongst countless other adventures. He recently received the Society for Range Management Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as, being a prestigious Fullbright Scholar where he studied monitoring livestock behavior near water as a potential indicator of disease, welfare, and grazing distribution on rangelands in both the USA and Australia. I invited Dr. Bailey to Maine to help with a low-stress handling and stockmanship workshop at the Bangor State Fair. While in Maine, we visited numerous farms, the Moosehead Lake Region, and Acadia. In this episode we discuss some of his research into genetics and behavior.

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).


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I'm pleased to have back Dr. Derek Bailey, Professor Emeritus at New Mexico State University and current Director of Research and Outreach at Deep Well Ranch in Prescott, Arizona. Dr. Bailey served as my Post Doctoral Fellowship Advisor, and has been a long term mentor for me and countless others. He has led an exciting life growing up on a ranch in the Western United States, conducting research all over the world, flying bush planes, and scuba diving amongst countless other adventures. He recently received the Society for Range Management Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as, being a prestigious Fullbright Scholar where he studied monitoring livestock behavior near water as a potential indicator of disease, welfare, and grazing distribution on rangelands in both the USA and Australia. I invited Dr. Bailey to Maine to help with a low-stress handling and stockmanship workshop at the Bangor State Fair. While in Maine, we visited numerous farms, the Moosehead Lake Region, and Acadia. In this episode we discuss some of his research into genetics and behavior.

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).


]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:16:59 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1605 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I'm pleased to have back Dr. Derek Bailey, Professor Emeritus at New Mexico State University and current Director of Research and Outreach at Deep Well Ranch in Prescott, Arizona. Dr. Bailey served as my Post Doctoral Fellowship Advisor, and has been a long term mentor for me and countless others. He has led an exciting life growing up on a ranch in the Western United States, conducting research all over the world, flying bush planes, and scuba diving amongst countless other adventures. He recently received the Society for Range Management Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as, being a prestigious Fullbright Scholar where he studied monitoring livestock behavior near water as a potential indicator of disease, welfare, and grazing distribution on rangelands in both the USA and Australia. I invited Dr. Bailey to Maine to help with a low-stress handling and stockmanship workshop at the Bangor State Fair. While in Maine, we visited numerous farms, the Moosehead Lake Region, and Acadia. In this episode we discuss some of his research into genetics and behavior.

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Winter Care of Livestock with Dr. Pereira and Dr. Knight 28 28 Winter Care of Livestock with Dr. Pereira and Dr. Knight full 92c55857-218a-42d9-acf3-093185de77c1 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-28/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, co-hosts Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist and Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor - State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, have a conversation about winter care considerations for livestock.

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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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, co-hosts Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist and Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor - State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, have a conversation about winter care considerations for livestock.

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/umainelivestock/

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).

]]> Wed, 13 Nov 2024 14:40:46 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1716 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, co-hosts Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist and Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor - State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, have a conversation about winter care considerations for livestock.

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/umainelivestock/

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Calf Chronicles: Cow and Calf Rearing with Dr. Brad Heins 27 27 Calf Chronicles: Cow and Calf Rearing with Dr. Brad Heins full e62891bf-4bd1-42ee-a177-c4e8213ad98d https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-27/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota. Today's conversation is about pre-weaned calf rearing options for dairy producers. Dr. Heins grew up in Minnesota and obtained his Animal Science degrees at the University of Minnesota. Based in West Central Minnesota, Dr. Heins conducts research on topics including organic dairy production, crossbreeding in dairy cattle, calf rearing, precision technology, and renewable energy systems.

Learn more about Dr. Brad Heins:
https://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/people/brad-heins

Learn more about this research:
https://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/research/dairy/calves-cows

Learn more about the Moos Room podcast:
https://moosroom.transistor.fm/

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota. Today's conversation is about pre-weaned calf rearing options for dairy producers. Dr. Heins grew up in Minnesota and obtained his Animal Science degrees at the University of Minnesota. Based in West Central Minnesota, Dr. Heins conducts research on topics including organic dairy production, crossbreeding in dairy cattle, calf rearing, precision technology, and renewable energy systems.

Learn more about Dr. Brad Heins:
https://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/people/brad-heins

Learn more about this research:
https://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/research/dairy/calves-cows

Learn more about the Moos Room podcast:
https://moosroom.transistor.fm/

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).

]]> Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:40:49 -0500 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1685 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota. Today's conversation is about pre-weaned calf rearing options for dairy producers. Dr. Heins grew up in Minnesota and obtained his Animal Science degrees at the University of Minnesota. Based in West Central Minnesota, Dr. Heins conducts research on topics including organic dairy production, crossbreeding in dairy cattle, calf rearing, precision technology, and renewable energy systems.

Learn more about Dr. Brad Heins:
https://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/people/brad-heins

Learn more about this research:
https://wcroc.cfans.umn.edu/research/dairy/calves-cows

Learn more about the Moos Room podcast:
https://moosroom.transistor.fm/

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Journey into Agriculture with Dr. Kendall Samuelson 26 26 Journey into Agriculture with Dr. Kendall Samuelson full 147a7dfd-916e-4c65-ab98-f924587221c2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e011ece0 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:

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).

]]> 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:

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).

]]> Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:26:32 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1832 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:

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Swine Genetics with Randy Shipley 25 25 Swine Genetics with Randy Shipley full c3b644c0-73eb-49c6-91bb-b183460c3535 https://share.transistor.fm/s/44d0b53d 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).

]]> 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).

]]> Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:57:02 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2431 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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Winter Watering Tips with Drs. Pereira and Knight 24 24 Winter Watering Tips with Drs. Pereira and Knight full c68c6864-b897-44cb-81d4-cff2b5328661 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0a59b374 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/

Follow us on social media:
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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).

]]> 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/

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/umainelivestock/

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).

]]> Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:42:15 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1389 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/

Follow us on social media:
https://www.facebook.com/umainelivestock/

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Preparing Your Pastures for Overwintering with Dr. Jaime Garzon 23 23 Preparing Your Pastures for Overwintering with Dr. Jaime Garzon full 31646db7-6fec-4a0c-93d1-3425c227f989 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2658ccee On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Jaime Garzon about how to get your pastures ready for overwintering. Dr. Jaime Garzon is an Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. His extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on forage production and regenerative pasture management.

Learn more about Dr. Jaime Garzon’s program:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jaime-Garzon-4

View Dr. Garzon’s video on Sustainable Pasture Management:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLToKPmh1Dc&t=386s

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Jaime Garzon about how to get your pastures ready for overwintering. Dr. Jaime Garzon is an Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. His extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on forage production and regenerative pasture management.

Learn more about Dr. Jaime Garzon’s program:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jaime-Garzon-4

View Dr. Garzon’s video on Sustainable Pasture Management:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLToKPmh1Dc&t=386s

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).

]]> Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:51:43 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1240 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Jaime Garzon about how to get your pastures ready for overwintering. Dr. Jaime Garzon is an Assistant Extension Professor and Forage Educator at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. His extension program seeks to develop and conduct educational outreach and applied research with emphasis on forage production and regenerative pasture management.

Learn more about Dr. Jaime Garzon’s program:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jaime-Garzon-4

View Dr. Garzon’s video on Sustainable Pasture Management:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLToKPmh1Dc&t=386s

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Beef Sustainability with Dr. Sebastian Mejia Turcios 22 22 Beef Sustainability with Dr. Sebastian Mejia Turcios full 91bb1276-ed4b-4142-9caf-29e6dda809f0 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-22/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sebastian Mejia Turcios about his work on beef sustainability conducted at the clear center at UC Davis. The Clarity and Leadership for Environmental Awareness and Research Center – or CLEAR Center – is using research and extension to advance sustainability in animal agriculture. Dr. Mejia Turcios is actively involved with members of the industry, and is also heavily involved in research much of which pertains to finding new strategies to reduce the environmental impact of livestock production.

To learn more about  Dr. Sebastian Turcios:
https://clear.ucdavis.edu/people/sebastian-mejia-turcios

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sebastian Mejia Turcios about his work on beef sustainability conducted at the clear center at UC Davis. The Clarity and Leadership for Environmental Awareness and Research Center – or CLEAR Center – is using research and extension to advance sustainability in animal agriculture. Dr. Mejia Turcios is actively involved with members of the industry, and is also heavily involved in research much of which pertains to finding new strategies to reduce the environmental impact of livestock production.

To learn more about  Dr. Sebastian Turcios:
https://clear.ucdavis.edu/people/sebastian-mejia-turcios

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).

]]> Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:28:56 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 3040 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Sebastian Mejia Turcios about his work on beef sustainability conducted at the clear center at UC Davis. The Clarity and Leadership for Environmental Awareness and Research Center – or CLEAR Center – is using research and extension to advance sustainability in animal agriculture. Dr. Mejia Turcios is actively involved with members of the industry, and is also heavily involved in research much of which pertains to finding new strategies to reduce the environmental impact of livestock production.

To learn more about  Dr. Sebastian Turcios:
https://clear.ucdavis.edu/people/sebastian-mejia-turcios

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Biosecurity with Carol Delaney 21 21 Biosecurity with Carol Delaney full e99c87e5-2c07-4914-b91c-65262a225d9b https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-21/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Carol Delaney about general livestock biosecurity practices. Carol Delaney is the Livestock Specialist for the Animal Health group at the Maine Department of Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. The Animal Health group focuses on helping to prevent the introduction and spread of contagious diseases among poultry and livestock, promote public health and food safety as it relates to zoonotic disease, to enhance the quality and health of livestock, and to maintain fair practices in the buying and selling of poultry and livestock.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Carol Delaney about general livestock biosecurity practices. Carol Delaney is the Livestock Specialist for the Animal Health group at the Maine Department of Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. The Animal Health group focuses on helping to prevent the introduction and spread of contagious diseases among poultry and livestock, promote public health and food safety as it relates to zoonotic disease, to enhance the quality and health of livestock, and to maintain fair practices in the buying and selling of poultry and livestock.

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).

]]> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 11:52:31 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1846 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Carol Delaney about general livestock biosecurity practices. Carol Delaney is the Livestock Specialist for the Animal Health group at the Maine Department of Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. The Animal Health group focuses on helping to prevent the introduction and spread of contagious diseases among poultry and livestock, promote public health and food safety as it relates to zoonotic disease, to enhance the quality and health of livestock, and to maintain fair practices in the buying and selling of poultry and livestock.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Online Marketing with Dan Kaplan 20 20 Online Marketing with Dan Kaplan full d77fd145-af63-4576-8853-b040754f4ce7 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-20/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast Colt is joined again by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky and Mr. Dan Kaplan, owner/operator of Heartstone Farm in Charleston, Maine. Dan moved to Maine and started a beef farm about 10 years ago. He shares his story on coming to Maine, and how he utilized the skills of his past career to create a vibrant online market for his beef, and how he has diversified into other products along the way. Be sure to listen in to Dan’s insights on marketing, customer acquisition, repeat business, and managing your marketing along with your livestock.

To learn more about Heartstone Farm, please visit:
https://heartstonefarm.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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast Colt is joined again by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky and Mr. Dan Kaplan, owner/operator of Heartstone Farm in Charleston, Maine. Dan moved to Maine and started a beef farm about 10 years ago. He shares his story on coming to Maine, and how he utilized the skills of his past career to create a vibrant online market for his beef, and how he has diversified into other products along the way. Be sure to listen in to Dan’s insights on marketing, customer acquisition, repeat business, and managing your marketing along with your livestock.

To learn more about Heartstone Farm, please visit:
https://heartstonefarm.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).

]]> Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:38:35 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1745 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast Colt is joined again by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky and Mr. Dan Kaplan, owner/operator of Heartstone Farm in Charleston, Maine. Dan moved to Maine and started a beef farm about 10 years ago. He shares his story on coming to Maine, and how he utilized the skills of his past career to create a vibrant online market for his beef, and how he has diversified into other products along the way. Be sure to listen in to Dan’s insights on marketing, customer acquisition, repeat business, and managing your marketing along with your livestock.

To learn more about Heartstone Farm, please visit:
https://heartstonefarm.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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Best Management Practices for Harvesting Corn Silage with Dr. Juan Romero 19 19 Best Management Practices for Harvesting Corn Silage with Dr. Juan Romero full 176581f6-dfd4-431d-bb7a-03c648397ce9 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-19/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Colt Knight have a conversation with University of Maine professor Dr. Juan Romero about best management practices for harvesting corn silage. Dr. Romero is an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition and conducts research on: forage quality and conservation, ruminant nutrition, and PFAS. He also teaches forage science and range management as well as animal nutrition within the School of Food and Agriculture. You can reach him at juan.romero@maine.edu or 207.581.2925.

Learn more about Dr. Juan Romero and his lab:

https://umaine.edu/animal-pfas/ 


To learn more about the research Dr. Romero conducted with inoculant Lactobacillus buchneri:

https://m.jtmtg.org/abs/t/64681 


To learn more about Forage Conservation: Troubleshooting Hay and Silage Production: 

https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/forage-conservation-troubleshooting-hay-and-silage-production 


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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Colt Knight have a conversation with University of Maine professor Dr. Juan Romero about best management practices for harvesting corn silage. Dr. Romero is an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition and conducts research on: forage quality and conservation, ruminant nutrition, and PFAS. He also teaches forage science and range management as well as animal nutrition within the School of Food and Agriculture. You can reach him at juan.romero@maine.edu or 207.581.2925.

Learn more about Dr. Juan Romero and his lab:

https://umaine.edu/animal-pfas/ 


To learn more about the research Dr. Romero conducted with inoculant Lactobacillus buchneri:

https://m.jtmtg.org/abs/t/64681 


To learn more about Forage Conservation: Troubleshooting Hay and Silage Production: 

https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/forage-conservation-troubleshooting-hay-and-silage-production 


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).

]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:25:14 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2365 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira and Dr. Colt Knight have a conversation with University of Maine professor Dr. Juan Romero about best management practices for harvesting corn silage. Dr. Romero is an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition and conducts research on: forage quality and conservation, ruminant nutrition, and PFAS. He also teaches forage science and range management as well as animal nutrition within the School of Food and Agriculture. You can reach him at juan.romero@maine.edu or 207.581.2925.

Learn more about Dr. Juan Romero and his lab:

https://umaine.edu/animal-pfas/ 


To learn more about the research Dr. Romero conducted with inoculant Lactobacillus buchneri:

https://m.jtmtg.org/abs/t/64681 


To learn more about Forage Conservation: Troubleshooting Hay and Silage Production: 

https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/forage-conservation-troubleshooting-hay-and-silage-production 


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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Tractor Safety with Jason Lilley and Caragh Fitzgerald 18 18 Tractor Safety with Jason Lilley and Caragh Fitzgerald full d46e6601-67c1-4fbf-8969-8e8e3fcc0d2d https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-18/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with UMaine Extension professors and educators Jason Lilley and Caragh Fitzgerald about tractor safety.

Jason Lilley is an Assistant Extension Professor of Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator, whose focus is on improving the overall environmental and economic sustainability of commercial farm operations. Caragh Fitzgerald is an Associate Extension Professor of Agriculture working primarily in Kennebec and Oxford Counties in production of vegetables, corn silage, and other forages as well as season extension and soil health.

To learn more about UMaine farm safety programs:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/farm-safety/

To sign up for the Maine farm newsletter:
https://extension.umaine.edu/new-farmers/sign-up-for-email-notifications/

Learn more about Caragh and Jason:
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/caragh-fitzgerald/
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/jason-lilley/

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with UMaine Extension professors and educators Jason Lilley and Caragh Fitzgerald about tractor safety.

Jason Lilley is an Assistant Extension Professor of Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator, whose focus is on improving the overall environmental and economic sustainability of commercial farm operations. Caragh Fitzgerald is an Associate Extension Professor of Agriculture working primarily in Kennebec and Oxford Counties in production of vegetables, corn silage, and other forages as well as season extension and soil health.

To learn more about UMaine farm safety programs:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/farm-safety/

To sign up for the Maine farm newsletter:
https://extension.umaine.edu/new-farmers/sign-up-for-email-notifications/

Learn more about Caragh and Jason:
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/caragh-fitzgerald/
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/jason-lilley/

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).

]]> Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:10:47 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1958 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with UMaine Extension professors and educators Jason Lilley and Caragh Fitzgerald about tractor safety.

Jason Lilley is an Assistant Extension Professor of Maine Sustainable Agriculture and Maple Industry Educator, whose focus is on improving the overall environmental and economic sustainability of commercial farm operations. Caragh Fitzgerald is an Associate Extension Professor of Agriculture working primarily in Kennebec and Oxford Counties in production of vegetables, corn silage, and other forages as well as season extension and soil health.

To learn more about UMaine farm safety programs:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/farm-safety/

To sign up for the Maine farm newsletter:
https://extension.umaine.edu/new-farmers/sign-up-for-email-notifications/

Learn more about Caragh and Jason:
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/caragh-fitzgerald/
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/jason-lilley/

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Pasture Health and Regenerative Practices with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler 17 17 Pasture Health and Regenerative Practices with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler full dc585719-2a61-4d9b-a72b-e539daa44b9b https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-17/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky, and we are going to discuss the basic principles of pasture health and regenerative agriculture. This episode hits on cattle intake, forage utilization, stocking densities, soil health, how regenerative agriculture can reduce inputs and carbon emissions. Join in and learn why these practices can make a difference without the politics to get in the way.

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Lehmkuhler, visit:
https://afs.ca.uky.edu/person/jeffrey-lehmkuhler

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky, and we are going to discuss the basic principles of pasture health and regenerative agriculture. This episode hits on cattle intake, forage utilization, stocking densities, soil health, how regenerative agriculture can reduce inputs and carbon emissions. Join in and learn why these practices can make a difference without the politics to get in the way.

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Lehmkuhler, visit:
https://afs.ca.uky.edu/person/jeffrey-lehmkuhler

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).

]]> Wed, 28 Aug 2024 11:31:38 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2192 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky, and we are going to discuss the basic principles of pasture health and regenerative agriculture. This episode hits on cattle intake, forage utilization, stocking densities, soil health, how regenerative agriculture can reduce inputs and carbon emissions. Join in and learn why these practices can make a difference without the politics to get in the way.

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Lehmkuhler, visit:
https://afs.ca.uky.edu/person/jeffrey-lehmkuhler

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Updates in Internal Parasite Research with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler 16 16 Updates in Internal Parasite Research with Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler full a10f9330-25ba-49e0-8814-1afc5c1685f5 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-16/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent research in accessing the efficacy of different types and routes of administration of common cattle dewormers on the market. Stay tuned for next week’s episode when we discuss pasture health and regenerative practices of grazing livestock.

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Lehmkuhler please visit:
https://afs.ca.uky.edu/person/jeffrey-lehmkuhler

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent research in accessing the efficacy of different types and routes of administration of common cattle dewormers on the market. Stay tuned for next week’s episode when we discuss pasture health and regenerative practices of grazing livestock.

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Lehmkuhler please visit:
https://afs.ca.uky.edu/person/jeffrey-lehmkuhler

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).

]]> Wed, 21 Aug 2024 07:12:10 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2428 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, I am joined by Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Professor and Beef Specialist for the University of Kentucky. Jeff discusses his diverse background in agriculture and some pertinent research results from his recent research in accessing the efficacy of different types and routes of administration of common cattle dewormers on the market. Stay tuned for next week’s episode when we discuss pasture health and regenerative practices of grazing livestock.

Dr. Jeffrey W. Lehmkuhler was raised in southern Indiana. He attended Purdue University and obtained his M.S. in silvopastoral systems and Ph.D. in beef cattle nutrition from the University of Missouri. Jeff continued his career at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2001 and was hired by the University of Kentucky in 2008 where he now holds the title of Extension Professor. His internationally recognized programming has spanned five countries and covered a diverse range of ruminant production from dairy steers to yaks. Jeff’s external funding exceeds $6M dollars and he authored more than 125 newsletter and popular press articles, 66 abstracts and journal articles, and 46 proceedings and extension publications. A key to his success has been forging relations with colleagues to work as a team. Jeff received the Agri-Communicator award in 2004, Southern Region ASAS Extension award in 2016 and M.D. Whiteker Excellence in Extension award in 2021. Jeff and his wife, Gwen, have three children.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Lehmkuhler please visit:
https://afs.ca.uky.edu/person/jeffrey-lehmkuhler

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Shades of Green: Cows, Agrivoltaics, and Climate Resilience with Dr. Brad Heins 15 15 Shades of Green: Cows, Agrivoltaics, and Climate Resilience with Dr. Brad Heins full 27b193b6-d3ba-453d-840e-ed213babe61b https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-15/ On the this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota. The conversation focuses on the dairy research that is being conducted at the West Central Research and Outreach Center in Minnesota. Dr. Heins grew up in Minnesota and obtained his Animal Science degrees at the University of Minnesota. Based in West Central Minnesota, Dr. Heins conducts research on topics including organic dairy production, crossbreeding in dairy cattle, calf rearing, precision technology, and renewable energy systems.

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).

]]> On the this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota. The conversation focuses on the dairy research that is being conducted at the West Central Research and Outreach Center in Minnesota. Dr. Heins grew up in Minnesota and obtained his Animal Science degrees at the University of Minnesota. Based in West Central Minnesota, Dr. Heins conducts research on topics including organic dairy production, crossbreeding in dairy cattle, calf rearing, precision technology, and renewable energy systems.

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).

]]> Wed, 14 Aug 2024 11:31:39 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1660 On the this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Brad Heins, Professor of Dairy Management at the University of Minnesota. The conversation focuses on the dairy research that is being conducted at the West Central Research and Outreach Center in Minnesota. Dr. Heins grew up in Minnesota and obtained his Animal Science degrees at the University of Minnesota. Based in West Central Minnesota, Dr. Heins conducts research on topics including organic dairy production, crossbreeding in dairy cattle, calf rearing, precision technology, and renewable energy systems.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Dairy Financials and Breakeven Milk Price with Joanna Lidback 14 14 Dairy Financials and Breakeven Milk Price with Joanna Lidback full 6c851a97-e483-4df2-b05b-dacc24b3770b https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-14/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Joanna Lidback, CFO for Adirondack Farms and the principal consultant for Adirondack Management Services. Joanna is a Certified Agricultural Consultant and has over 20 years of experience in dairy financial analysis with a background in agricultural credit and consulting. She holds an MBA from the F.W. Olin School of Management and a B.S. from Cornell University. Joanna and her husband Adam started their own dairy farm in Northern Vermont, and are raising their three children there.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Joanna Lidback, CFO for Adirondack Farms and the principal consultant for Adirondack Management Services. Joanna is a Certified Agricultural Consultant and has over 20 years of experience in dairy financial analysis with a background in agricultural credit and consulting. She holds an MBA from the F.W. Olin School of Management and a B.S. from Cornell University. Joanna and her husband Adam started their own dairy farm in Northern Vermont, and are raising their three children there.

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).

]]> Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:31:22 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1513 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant Extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Joanna Lidback, CFO for Adirondack Farms and the principal consultant for Adirondack Management Services. Joanna is a Certified Agricultural Consultant and has over 20 years of experience in dairy financial analysis with a background in agricultural credit and consulting. She holds an MBA from the F.W. Olin School of Management and a B.S. from Cornell University. Joanna and her husband Adam started their own dairy farm in Northern Vermont, and are raising their three children there.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Heat Stress Considerations for Dairy Farms with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn 13 13 Heat Stress Considerations for Dairy Farms with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn full 2181f9f5-775f-4bff-962c-caeceaefc163 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-13/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn about heat stress on dairy farms. Dr. Dado-Senn grew up on a 500-cow dairy farm with her family in northwest Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she earned her bachelor's and Ph.D. and the University of Florida where she earned her master's. Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn is a calf and heifer technical specialist for Vita Plus, providing technical expertise to help producers raise the next generation of their milking herd. She resides in Northwest Wisconsin with her husband and daughters, and is the calf manager for her family dairy farm. 

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).


]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn about heat stress on dairy farms. Dr. Dado-Senn grew up on a 500-cow dairy farm with her family in northwest Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she earned her bachelor's and Ph.D. and the University of Florida where she earned her master's. Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn is a calf and heifer technical specialist for Vita Plus, providing technical expertise to help producers raise the next generation of their milking herd. She resides in Northwest Wisconsin with her husband and daughters, and is the calf manager for her family dairy farm. 

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).


]]> Wed, 31 Jul 2024 12:48:47 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 972 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, assistant extension professor and state dairy specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn about heat stress on dairy farms. Dr. Dado-Senn grew up on a 500-cow dairy farm with her family in northwest Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she earned her bachelor's and Ph.D. and the University of Florida where she earned her master's. Dr. Bethany Dado-Senn is a calf and heifer technical specialist for Vita Plus, providing technical expertise to help producers raise the next generation of their milking herd. She resides in Northwest Wisconsin with her husband and daughters, and is the calf manager for her family dairy farm. 

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship with Dr. Dean Fish (Part 2) 12 12 Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship with Dr. Dean Fish (Part 2) full 52a3ef48-dc9d-496a-b246-4235c736af0d https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-12/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Dean Fish. After editing the Low-Stress Handling and Stockmanship video, they sat down in the new podcast studio on campus to discuss the topic in more detail.

R. Dean Fish, Ph.D. is the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch and a member of the NCBA Stockmanship and Stewardship Team.  As the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch Foundation, he works to develop problem solving research for his fellow beef producers. The foundation also works to get kids out of doors through agricultural literacy, hiking, camping and learning about the environment. Fish also raises commercial Angus cattle and club calves. Prior to managing the ranch, he was an extension livestock specialist for the University of Arizona. He has served on the Arizona Beef Council and is the past president of the Southern Arizona Cattlemen’s Protective Association. Fish has served in a leadership role for many livestock and service organizations. In addition, he has worked with Todd McCartney, Dr. Ron Gill and Curt Pate planning and delivering Stockmanship and Stewardship at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Conference and Trade Show. Fish is passionate about spreading the stockmanship and stewardship message, as he has seen the benefits in his own and other operations where the principles are implemented.

This podcast was made possible by the generous support of:

Other Links:

While Dr. Fish was in Maine, we recorded a 4K video highlighting the principals of Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBmACbsAE8k

To learn more about the Maine Farmcast, visit
https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/

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).

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Dean Fish. After editing the Low-Stress Handling and Stockmanship video, they sat down in the new podcast studio on campus to discuss the topic in more detail.

R. Dean Fish, Ph.D. is the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch and a member of the NCBA Stockmanship and Stewardship Team.  As the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch Foundation, he works to develop problem solving research for his fellow beef producers. The foundation also works to get kids out of doors through agricultural literacy, hiking, camping and learning about the environment. Fish also raises commercial Angus cattle and club calves. Prior to managing the ranch, he was an extension livestock specialist for the University of Arizona. He has served on the Arizona Beef Council and is the past president of the Southern Arizona Cattlemen’s Protective Association. Fish has served in a leadership role for many livestock and service organizations. In addition, he has worked with Todd McCartney, Dr. Ron Gill and Curt Pate planning and delivering Stockmanship and Stewardship at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Conference and Trade Show. Fish is passionate about spreading the stockmanship and stewardship message, as he has seen the benefits in his own and other operations where the principles are implemented.

This podcast was made possible by the generous support of:

Other Links:

While Dr. Fish was in Maine, we recorded a 4K video highlighting the principals of Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBmACbsAE8k

To learn more about the Maine Farmcast, visit
https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/

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).

]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 07:48:43 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1699 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Dean Fish. After editing the Low-Stress Handling and Stockmanship video, they sat down in the new podcast studio on campus to discuss the topic in more detail.

R. Dean Fish, Ph.D. is the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch and a member of the NCBA Stockmanship and Stewardship Team.  As the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch Foundation, he works to develop problem solving research for his fellow beef producers. The foundation also works to get kids out of doors through agricultural literacy, hiking, camping and learning about the environment. Fish also raises commercial Angus cattle and club calves. Prior to managing the ranch, he was an extension livestock specialist for the University of Arizona. He has served on the Arizona Beef Council and is the past president of the Southern Arizona Cattlemen’s Protective Association. Fish has served in a leadership role for many livestock and service organizations. In addition, he has worked with Todd McCartney, Dr. Ron Gill and Curt Pate planning and delivering Stockmanship and Stewardship at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Conference and Trade Show. Fish is passionate about spreading the stockmanship and stewardship message, as he has seen the benefits in his own and other operations where the principles are implemented.

This podcast was made possible by the generous support of:

Other Links:

While Dr. Fish was in Maine, we recorded a 4K video highlighting the principals of Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBmACbsAE8k

To learn more about the Maine Farmcast, visit
https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship with Dr. Dean Fish (Part 1) 11 11 Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship with Dr. Dean Fish (Part 1) full 369dd922-7a10-4960-8d31-f04a4f50130a https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-11/ In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Dean Fish from Arizona to discuss his background in beef ranching in Arizona, how cattle can serve as a therapeutic tool, and his journey into stockmanship and stewardship.

R. Dean Fish, Ph.D. is the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch and a member of the NCBA Stockmanship and Stewardship Team.  As the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch Foundation, he works to develop problem solving research for his fellow beef producers. The foundation also works to get kids out of doors through agricultural literacy, hiking, camping and learning about the environment. Fish also raises commercial Angus cattle and club calves. Prior to managing the ranch, he was an extension livestock specialist for the University of Arizona. He has served on the Arizona Beef Council and is the past president of the Southern Arizona Cattlemen’s Protective Association. Fish has served in a leadership role for many livestock and service organizations. In addition, he has worked with Todd McCartney, Dr. Ron Gill and Curt Pate planning and delivering Stockmanship and Stewardship at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Conference and Trade Show. Fish is passionate about spreading the stockmanship and stewardship message, as he has seen the benefits in his own and other operations where the principles are implemented.

This podcast was made possible by the generous support of:

Other Links:

While Dr. Fish was in Maine, we recorded a 4K video highlighting the principals of Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBmACbsAE8k

To learn more about the Maine Farmcast, visit
https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/

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).

]]> In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Dean Fish from Arizona to discuss his background in beef ranching in Arizona, how cattle can serve as a therapeutic tool, and his journey into stockmanship and stewardship.

R. Dean Fish, Ph.D. is the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch and a member of the NCBA Stockmanship and Stewardship Team.  As the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch Foundation, he works to develop problem solving research for his fellow beef producers. The foundation also works to get kids out of doors through agricultural literacy, hiking, camping and learning about the environment. Fish also raises commercial Angus cattle and club calves. Prior to managing the ranch, he was an extension livestock specialist for the University of Arizona. He has served on the Arizona Beef Council and is the past president of the Southern Arizona Cattlemen’s Protective Association. Fish has served in a leadership role for many livestock and service organizations. In addition, he has worked with Todd McCartney, Dr. Ron Gill and Curt Pate planning and delivering Stockmanship and Stewardship at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Conference and Trade Show. Fish is passionate about spreading the stockmanship and stewardship message, as he has seen the benefits in his own and other operations where the principles are implemented.

This podcast was made possible by the generous support of:

Other Links:

While Dr. Fish was in Maine, we recorded a 4K video highlighting the principals of Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBmACbsAE8k

To learn more about the Maine Farmcast, visit
https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/

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).

]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2024 08:43:14 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2190 In this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight is joined by Dr. Dean Fish from Arizona to discuss his background in beef ranching in Arizona, how cattle can serve as a therapeutic tool, and his journey into stockmanship and stewardship.

R. Dean Fish, Ph.D. is the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch and a member of the NCBA Stockmanship and Stewardship Team.  As the Ranch Manager for the Santa Fe Ranch Foundation, he works to develop problem solving research for his fellow beef producers. The foundation also works to get kids out of doors through agricultural literacy, hiking, camping and learning about the environment. Fish also raises commercial Angus cattle and club calves. Prior to managing the ranch, he was an extension livestock specialist for the University of Arizona. He has served on the Arizona Beef Council and is the past president of the Southern Arizona Cattlemen’s Protective Association. Fish has served in a leadership role for many livestock and service organizations. In addition, he has worked with Todd McCartney, Dr. Ron Gill and Curt Pate planning and delivering Stockmanship and Stewardship at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Conference and Trade Show. Fish is passionate about spreading the stockmanship and stewardship message, as he has seen the benefits in his own and other operations where the principles are implemented.

This podcast was made possible by the generous support of:

Other Links:

While Dr. Fish was in Maine, we recorded a 4K video highlighting the principals of Low Stress Handling and Stockmanship:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBmACbsAE8k

To learn more about the Maine Farmcast, visit
https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Sire Selection Strategies to Maximize Beef on Dairy with Dr. Bailey Basiel 10 10 Sire Selection Strategies to Maximize Beef on Dairy with Dr. Bailey Basiel full 45d8d53b-562f-4273-8ebb-0568c2c6d106 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-10/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Bailey Basiel, who is currently a postdoctoral student at the Animal Genomics and Improvement Laboratory (AGIL). Dr. Basiel grew up in Connecticut and obtained her Bachelors in Animal Science from the University of New Hampshire. Most recently, she obtained her Ph.D. from Penn State University, where she conducted beef on dairy research with a focus on genetics.

To learn more about Dr. Bailey Basiel:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bailey-Basiel

To learn more about AGIL:
https://www.ars.usda.gov/northeast-area/beltsville-md-barc/beltsville-agricultural-research-center/agil/

To learn more about the Premium Beef on Dairy Program from the University of Wisconsin:
https://dairymgt.cals.wisc.edu/tools.php

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Bailey Basiel, who is currently a postdoctoral student at the Animal Genomics and Improvement Laboratory (AGIL). Dr. Basiel grew up in Connecticut and obtained her Bachelors in Animal Science from the University of New Hampshire. Most recently, she obtained her Ph.D. from Penn State University, where she conducted beef on dairy research with a focus on genetics.

To learn more about Dr. Bailey Basiel:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bailey-Basiel

To learn more about AGIL:
https://www.ars.usda.gov/northeast-area/beltsville-md-barc/beltsville-agricultural-research-center/agil/

To learn more about the Premium Beef on Dairy Program from the University of Wisconsin:
https://dairymgt.cals.wisc.edu/tools.php

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).

]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 07:43:36 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1553 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Dr. Bailey Basiel, who is currently a postdoctoral student at the Animal Genomics and Improvement Laboratory (AGIL). Dr. Basiel grew up in Connecticut and obtained her Bachelors in Animal Science from the University of New Hampshire. Most recently, she obtained her Ph.D. from Penn State University, where she conducted beef on dairy research with a focus on genetics.

To learn more about Dr. Bailey Basiel:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bailey-Basiel

To learn more about AGIL:
https://www.ars.usda.gov/northeast-area/beltsville-md-barc/beltsville-agricultural-research-center/agil/

To learn more about the Premium Beef on Dairy Program from the University of Wisconsin:
https://dairymgt.cals.wisc.edu/tools.php

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Resources for Succession Planning with Kate Turcotte 9 9 Resources for Succession Planning with Kate Turcotte full b4dedf8b-f6af-4712-b578-dcd1e2a79102 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-09 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Kate Turcotte, Maine Field Agent for Land For Good and the Maine Education Coordinator for the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship. Kate has returned to Maine with her family after farming and making cheese in Vermont. The conversation today highlights resources for farmers looking to navigate succession planning, as well as change in land ownership. Kate and her team will be offering a succession planning school in Maine during the Fall of 2024 so be sure to check that out when dates are released.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Kate Turcotte, Maine Field Agent for Land For Good and the Maine Education Coordinator for the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship. Kate has returned to Maine with her family after farming and making cheese in Vermont. The conversation today highlights resources for farmers looking to navigate succession planning, as well as change in land ownership. Kate and her team will be offering a succession planning school in Maine during the Fall of 2024 so be sure to check that out when dates are released.

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).

]]> Wed, 03 Jul 2024 08:16:46 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1211 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor and State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a conversation with Kate Turcotte, Maine Field Agent for Land For Good and the Maine Education Coordinator for the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship. Kate has returned to Maine with her family after farming and making cheese in Vermont. The conversation today highlights resources for farmers looking to navigate succession planning, as well as change in land ownership. Kate and her team will be offering a succession planning school in Maine during the Fall of 2024 so be sure to check that out when dates are released.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Meat Processing with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow 8 8 Meat Processing with Dr. Gregg Rentfrow full 39394239-333b-49f1-8893-d4f5385a0967 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-08/ Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, University of Kentucky Meat Science Specialist, visited Maine to help with the Maine Meat Cutting School. While he was here, Dr. Colt Knight sat down to discuss what it takes to set up a commercial meat processing facility and what it takes to get setup processing animals for yourself and family. 

Gregg started out as a retail meat cutter, then entered academia earning a B.S., and M.S. in Animal and Meat Science from the University of Illinois and Ph.D. in Meat Science and Muscle Biology from the University of Missouri while coaching the meats judging team and serving as the interim meat lab manager. He joined the University of Kentucky as the Extension Meats Specialist in 2006, with an extension/teaching appointment. Dr. Rentfrow received the university’s highest extension award, the M.D. Whiteker Award for Extension Excellence, in 2017. Rentfrow recently received the prestigious Animal Industry Innovation Award from the American Society of Animal Science. He lives in northern Madison County, Kentucky.

]]> Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, University of Kentucky Meat Science Specialist, visited Maine to help with the Maine Meat Cutting School. While he was here, Dr. Colt Knight sat down to discuss what it takes to set up a commercial meat processing facility and what it takes to get setup processing animals for yourself and family. 

Gregg started out as a retail meat cutter, then entered academia earning a B.S., and M.S. in Animal and Meat Science from the University of Illinois and Ph.D. in Meat Science and Muscle Biology from the University of Missouri while coaching the meats judging team and serving as the interim meat lab manager. He joined the University of Kentucky as the Extension Meats Specialist in 2006, with an extension/teaching appointment. Dr. Rentfrow received the university’s highest extension award, the M.D. Whiteker Award for Extension Excellence, in 2017. Rentfrow recently received the prestigious Animal Industry Innovation Award from the American Society of Animal Science. He lives in northern Madison County, Kentucky.

]]> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:40:10 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2025 Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, University of Kentucky Meat Science Specialist, visited Maine to help with the Maine Meat Cutting School. While he was here, Dr. Colt Knight sat down to discuss what it takes to set up a commercial meat processing facility and what it takes to get setup processing animals for yourself and family. 

Gregg started out as a retail meat cutter, then entered academia earning a B.S., and M.S. in Animal and Meat Science from the University of Illinois and Ph.D. in Meat Science and Muscle Biology from the University of Missouri while coaching the meats judging team and serving as the interim meat lab manager. He joined the University of Kentucky as the Extension Meats Specialist in 2006, with an extension/teaching appointment. Dr. Rentfrow received the university’s highest extension award, the M.D. Whiteker Award for Extension Excellence, in 2017. Rentfrow recently received the prestigious Animal Industry Innovation Award from the American Society of Animal Science. He lives in northern Madison County, Kentucky.

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Backyard Chickens with Ashley Wright 7 7 Backyard Chickens with Ashley Wright full aa28c48e-b61d-42f3-bdc3-407ee6929d4e https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-07/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight interviews Ashley Wright, an area assistant livestock agent with the University of Arizona. Ashley joined us in Maine for a week to help deliver a series of in-person seminars on getting started with poultry. As a Livestock Area Agent with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, she provides leadership in extension programs focusing on livestock production and management across both large and small-scale operations in Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz Counties. Her programs cover a diverse array of topics crucial to the livestock industry, including herd health and management, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, and marketing. While much of her program focuses on cow-calf operations, she also work extensively with Arizona's growing population of backyard chicken enthusiasts, especially those in areas who have recently relaxed zoning regulations to allow for urban chicken keeping. The educational content she produces covers an array of topics such as raising health chicks, poultry diseases, coop design, heat stress, nutrition, egg production, and egg safety. She lives in Vail, Arizona, just outside of Tucson and maintains a small backyard flock of laying hens.

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight interviews Ashley Wright, an area assistant livestock agent with the University of Arizona. Ashley joined us in Maine for a week to help deliver a series of in-person seminars on getting started with poultry. As a Livestock Area Agent with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, she provides leadership in extension programs focusing on livestock production and management across both large and small-scale operations in Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz Counties. Her programs cover a diverse array of topics crucial to the livestock industry, including herd health and management, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, and marketing. While much of her program focuses on cow-calf operations, she also work extensively with Arizona's growing population of backyard chicken enthusiasts, especially those in areas who have recently relaxed zoning regulations to allow for urban chicken keeping. The educational content she produces covers an array of topics such as raising health chicks, poultry diseases, coop design, heat stress, nutrition, egg production, and egg safety. She lives in Vail, Arizona, just outside of Tucson and maintains a small backyard flock of laying hens.

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> Thu, 20 Jun 2024 09:08:56 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1977 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt Knight interviews Ashley Wright, an area assistant livestock agent with the University of Arizona. Ashley joined us in Maine for a week to help deliver a series of in-person seminars on getting started with poultry. As a Livestock Area Agent with the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, she provides leadership in extension programs focusing on livestock production and management across both large and small-scale operations in Cochise, Pima, and Santa Cruz Counties. Her programs cover a diverse array of topics crucial to the livestock industry, including herd health and management, nutrition, reproduction, genetics, and marketing. While much of her program focuses on cow-calf operations, she also work extensively with Arizona's growing population of backyard chicken enthusiasts, especially those in areas who have recently relaxed zoning regulations to allow for urban chicken keeping. The educational content she produces covers an array of topics such as raising health chicks, poultry diseases, coop design, heat stress, nutrition, egg production, and egg safety. She lives in Vail, Arizona, just outside of Tucson and maintains a small backyard flock of laying hens.

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Precision Livestock Management with Dr. Derek Bailey and Dr. Colin Tobin 6 6 Precision Livestock Management with Dr. Derek Bailey and Dr. Colin Tobin full 7005528d-4497-4dd4-abd3-eff23d1bce16 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ea9a0600 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, meets up with Dr. Derek Bailey, Professor Emeritus for New Mexico State University,  and Dr. Colin Tobin, Research Animal Scientist at the Carrington Research Station for North Dakota State University, to discuss some of the new technology emerging in livestock behavior and precision grazing including sensors to pick up location and activity, virtual fencing, and cameras that measure and weigh livestock in near real time. I attended the Society for Range Management (SRM) National Meeting in Sparks, Nevada this January where Dr. Bailey received the SRM Sustained Lifetime Achievement Award to take part in the Precision Livestock Management and Virtual Fencing Symposia. I was able to corner Dr. Bailey and Dr. Tobin to discuss their research and visions for the future of livestock production.

To learn more about Dr. Derek Bailey’s research visit:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Derek-Bailey-2

To Learn more about Dr. Colin Tobin please visit –
https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-home/directory/colin-tobin

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, meets up with Dr. Derek Bailey, Professor Emeritus for New Mexico State University,  and Dr. Colin Tobin, Research Animal Scientist at the Carrington Research Station for North Dakota State University, to discuss some of the new technology emerging in livestock behavior and precision grazing including sensors to pick up location and activity, virtual fencing, and cameras that measure and weigh livestock in near real time. I attended the Society for Range Management (SRM) National Meeting in Sparks, Nevada this January where Dr. Bailey received the SRM Sustained Lifetime Achievement Award to take part in the Precision Livestock Management and Virtual Fencing Symposia. I was able to corner Dr. Bailey and Dr. Tobin to discuss their research and visions for the future of livestock production.

To learn more about Dr. Derek Bailey’s research visit:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Derek-Bailey-2

To Learn more about Dr. Colin Tobin please visit –
https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-home/directory/colin-tobin

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> Wed, 12 Jun 2024 12:34:41 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2094 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, meets up with Dr. Derek Bailey, Professor Emeritus for New Mexico State University,  and Dr. Colin Tobin, Research Animal Scientist at the Carrington Research Station for North Dakota State University, to discuss some of the new technology emerging in livestock behavior and precision grazing including sensors to pick up location and activity, virtual fencing, and cameras that measure and weigh livestock in near real time. I attended the Society for Range Management (SRM) National Meeting in Sparks, Nevada this January where Dr. Bailey received the SRM Sustained Lifetime Achievement Award to take part in the Precision Livestock Management and Virtual Fencing Symposia. I was able to corner Dr. Bailey and Dr. Tobin to discuss their research and visions for the future of livestock production.

To learn more about Dr. Derek Bailey’s research visit:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Derek-Bailey-2

To Learn more about Dr. Colin Tobin please visit –
https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-home/directory/colin-tobin

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira 2023 Maine Dairy Farm of the Year with Heath Miller 5 5 2023 Maine Dairy Farm of the Year with Heath Miller full ec35e9af-3c5c-4af6-8e86-475defc90791 https://extension.umaine.edu/podcasts/maine-farmcast/episode-05/ On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor & State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has an on-farm conversation with Heath Miller. Heath and his family were awarded the 2023 Maine Dairy farm of the year and New England Green Pastures Winner for the state of Maine. The Green Pastures program began in 1947, when New Hampshire’s then-governor Charles Dale bet that his state had greener pastures than anywhere else in New England. For 76 years, the Green Pastures program has recognized one extraordinary dairy farm in each state. The GreenValle Farm began when the Miller’s settled in Newburgh, Maine, in the mid-1850s.


To learn more about the GreenValle farm please visit their social media page– 

https://www.facebook.com/p/Green-Valle-Farm-100057627752266/


To learn more about the New England Green Pastures program– 

https://agriculture.vermont.gov/new-england-green-pastures-recognizes-outstanding-dairy-farms-year  


]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor & State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has an on-farm conversation with Heath Miller. Heath and his family were awarded the 2023 Maine Dairy farm of the year and New England Green Pastures Winner for the state of Maine. The Green Pastures program began in 1947, when New Hampshire’s then-governor Charles Dale bet that his state had greener pastures than anywhere else in New England. For 76 years, the Green Pastures program has recognized one extraordinary dairy farm in each state. The GreenValle Farm began when the Miller’s settled in Newburgh, Maine, in the mid-1850s.


To learn more about the GreenValle farm please visit their social media page– 

https://www.facebook.com/p/Green-Valle-Farm-100057627752266/


To learn more about the New England Green Pastures program– 

https://agriculture.vermont.gov/new-england-green-pastures-recognizes-outstanding-dairy-farms-year  


]]> Wed, 05 Jun 2024 09:18:31 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 655 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Glenda Pereira, Assistant Extension Professor & State Dairy Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has an on-farm conversation with Heath Miller. Heath and his family were awarded the 2023 Maine Dairy farm of the year and New England Green Pastures Winner for the state of Maine. The Green Pastures program began in 1947, when New Hampshire’s then-governor Charles Dale bet that his state had greener pastures than anywhere else in New England. For 76 years, the Green Pastures program has recognized one extraordinary dairy farm in each state. The GreenValle Farm began when the Miller’s settled in Newburgh, Maine, in the mid-1850s.


To learn more about the GreenValle farm please visit their social media page– 

https://www.facebook.com/p/Green-Valle-Farm-100057627752266/


To learn more about the New England Green Pastures program– 

https://agriculture.vermont.gov/new-england-green-pastures-recognizes-outstanding-dairy-farms-year  


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Agriculture Mediation and Farm Mental Health with Lucy Wess, Esq. and Dr. Leslie Forstadt 4 4 Agriculture Mediation and Farm Mental Health with Lucy Wess, Esq. and Dr. Leslie Forstadt full 35694d4b-04e0-4210-862a-c154790d9704 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4b606aa6 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight (Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist) has a serious conversation with Lucy Wess, Esq. (Program Director) and Dr. Leslie Forstadt (UMaine Cooperative Extension Faculty, Human Development Specialist, and Program Grant Administrator) about Farmer Mental Health and Agricultural Mediation in January 2024.

More information on Ag Mediation:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/agricultural-mediation/

Maine Resilience Building Network:
https://maineresilience.org

16 Hour Course on Ag Mediation Training:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/agricultural-mediation/training/

Leslie Forstadt, Ph.D.:
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/leslie-forstadt/

When in Crisis, Call or Text:
The phone number for the
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:
988
The current Lifeline phone number1.800.273.8255 (para Español, call 1.888.628.9454) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 7-1-1 then 1.800.273.8255.

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight (Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist) has a serious conversation with Lucy Wess, Esq. (Program Director) and Dr. Leslie Forstadt (UMaine Cooperative Extension Faculty, Human Development Specialist, and Program Grant Administrator) about Farmer Mental Health and Agricultural Mediation in January 2024.

More information on Ag Mediation:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/agricultural-mediation/

Maine Resilience Building Network:
https://maineresilience.org

16 Hour Course on Ag Mediation Training:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/agricultural-mediation/training/

Leslie Forstadt, Ph.D.:
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/leslie-forstadt/

When in Crisis, Call or Text:
The phone number for the
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:
988
The current Lifeline phone number1.800.273.8255 (para Español, call 1.888.628.9454) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 7-1-1 then 1.800.273.8255.

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> Wed, 29 May 2024 08:49:17 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1439 On this episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight (Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist) has a serious conversation with Lucy Wess, Esq. (Program Director) and Dr. Leslie Forstadt (UMaine Cooperative Extension Faculty, Human Development Specialist, and Program Grant Administrator) about Farmer Mental Health and Agricultural Mediation in January 2024.

More information on Ag Mediation:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/agricultural-mediation/

Maine Resilience Building Network:
https://maineresilience.org

16 Hour Course on Ag Mediation Training:
https://extension.umaine.edu/agriculture/agricultural-mediation/training/

Leslie Forstadt, Ph.D.:
https://extension.umaine.edu/about/staff-directory/leslie-forstadt/

When in Crisis, Call or Text:
The phone number for the
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:
988
The current Lifeline phone number1.800.273.8255 (para Español, call 1.888.628.9454) will always remain available to people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, even after 988 is launched nationally. For TTY Users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 7-1-1 then 1.800.273.8255.

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Western Beef Cattle with Scott Jensen 3 3 Western Beef Cattle with Scott Jensen full 88e108b2-50be-4e83-bdab-5a7dcfb52375 https://share.transistor.fm/s/026c42f3 On the third episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor & State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a late-night conversation with Scott Jensen, Extension Educator at the University of Idaho. Scott conducts applied research and extension programs in beef cattle, range and pasture management. He co-coordinates the Idaho Beef Quality Assurance program and conducts the longstanding Lost Rivers Grazing Academy. In addition, Mr. Jensen is the President-elect for National Association of County Agricultural Agents(NACAA) and works diligently with Extension Agents across the country and its territories offering professional development opportunities to those of in the field. I got a chance to sit down with Scott at the Winter Board Meeting for the NACAA in Dallas, Texas in December 2023  to talk about some of the differences in Western vs. North Eastern Beef production. 


To learn more about Mr. Scott Jensen please visit:

https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/our-people/i-k/scott-jensen

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).


]]> On the third episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor & State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a late-night conversation with Scott Jensen, Extension Educator at the University of Idaho. Scott conducts applied research and extension programs in beef cattle, range and pasture management. He co-coordinates the Idaho Beef Quality Assurance program and conducts the longstanding Lost Rivers Grazing Academy. In addition, Mr. Jensen is the President-elect for National Association of County Agricultural Agents(NACAA) and works diligently with Extension Agents across the country and its territories offering professional development opportunities to those of in the field. I got a chance to sit down with Scott at the Winter Board Meeting for the NACAA in Dallas, Texas in December 2023  to talk about some of the differences in Western vs. North Eastern Beef production. 


To learn more about Mr. Scott Jensen please visit:

https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/our-people/i-k/scott-jensen

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).


]]> Tue, 14 May 2024 15:03:22 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 1264 On the third episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor & State Livestock Specialist for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, has a late-night conversation with Scott Jensen, Extension Educator at the University of Idaho. Scott conducts applied research and extension programs in beef cattle, range and pasture management. He co-coordinates the Idaho Beef Quality Assurance program and conducts the longstanding Lost Rivers Grazing Academy. In addition, Mr. Jensen is the President-elect for National Association of County Agricultural Agents(NACAA) and works diligently with Extension Agents across the country and its territories offering professional development opportunities to those of in the field. I got a chance to sit down with Scott at the Winter Board Meeting for the NACAA in Dallas, Texas in December 2023  to talk about some of the differences in Western vs. North Eastern Beef production. 


To learn more about Mr. Scott Jensen please visit:

https://www.uidaho.edu/extension/our-people/i-k/scott-jensen

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Swine Industry with Dr. Brett Kaysen 2 2 Swine Industry with Dr. Brett Kaysen full cb82e733-8260-482b-9e89-c1a6cd9a28b0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/372c510f On the second episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor & State Livestock Specialist for UMaine Cooperative Extension, sits down with Dr. Brett Kaysen, the Senior Vice President of Producer and State Engagement for the National Pork Board. I met up with Brett at the national Pork Board Swine Educators and Outreach Professionals Conference held in October, 2023 at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Kaysen earned his PhD from Colorado State University, and served as an Animal Science Faculty member there for many years prior to going to work with the National Pork Board. Brett now resides in Iowa, and has a swine farm to keep him busy in his off time. 


Learn more about Brett Kaysen, Ph.D.:

https://porkcheckoff.org/author/brett-kaysen-ph-d/


If you would like more information on the Pork Check Off, please visit:
https://porkcheckoff.org

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).


]]> On the second episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor & State Livestock Specialist for UMaine Cooperative Extension, sits down with Dr. Brett Kaysen, the Senior Vice President of Producer and State Engagement for the National Pork Board. I met up with Brett at the national Pork Board Swine Educators and Outreach Professionals Conference held in October, 2023 at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Kaysen earned his PhD from Colorado State University, and served as an Animal Science Faculty member there for many years prior to going to work with the National Pork Board. Brett now resides in Iowa, and has a swine farm to keep him busy in his off time. 


Learn more about Brett Kaysen, Ph.D.:

https://porkcheckoff.org/author/brett-kaysen-ph-d/


If you would like more information on the Pork Check Off, please visit:
https://porkcheckoff.org

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).


]]> Tue, 14 May 2024 14:58:43 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 963 On the second episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor & State Livestock Specialist for UMaine Cooperative Extension, sits down with Dr. Brett Kaysen, the Senior Vice President of Producer and State Engagement for the National Pork Board. I met up with Brett at the national Pork Board Swine Educators and Outreach Professionals Conference held in October, 2023 at the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Kaysen earned his PhD from Colorado State University, and served as an Animal Science Faculty member there for many years prior to going to work with the National Pork Board. Brett now resides in Iowa, and has a swine farm to keep him busy in his off time. 


Learn more about Brett Kaysen, Ph.D.:

https://porkcheckoff.org/author/brett-kaysen-ph-d/


If you would like more information on the Pork Check Off, please visit:
https://porkcheckoff.org

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).


]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira Ventilation with Dr. Morgan Hayes 1 1 Ventilation with Dr. Morgan Hayes full 8de866c3-9cf3-42b0-9c5a-b90ba549a06b https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ec9ddf0 On the very first episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, sits down with one of the University of Kentucky’s Agricultural Engineers, Dr. Morgan Hayes. Dr. Hayes is a professional engineer and serves as an Assistant Extension Professor in Livestock Systems in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to Morgan’s impressive academic background, she is co-owner of a multigenerational cattle and hay farm, Fallen Barn Farm, in Central Kentucky. In this episode we discuss proper barn ventilation in colder climates.

Dr. Hayes podcast “Have you herd? Conversations with Josh Jackson and Morgan Hayes” is available on both Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3vEg38RYlJB7d0siEqggly

And YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJG-tVLUcaWjKh072oxDIrOkGanhr5Jek

To learn more about Morgan Hayes, PhD, P.E. please visit her University Website:
https://www.engr.uky.edu/directory/hayes-morgan

If you would like more information on the University of Kentucky – Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering please check out the link:
https://engr.uky.edu/research-faculty/departments/biosystems-agricultural-engineering

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> On the very first episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, sits down with one of the University of Kentucky’s Agricultural Engineers, Dr. Morgan Hayes. Dr. Hayes is a professional engineer and serves as an Assistant Extension Professor in Livestock Systems in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to Morgan’s impressive academic background, she is co-owner of a multigenerational cattle and hay farm, Fallen Barn Farm, in Central Kentucky. In this episode we discuss proper barn ventilation in colder climates.

Dr. Hayes podcast “Have you herd? Conversations with Josh Jackson and Morgan Hayes” is available on both Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3vEg38RYlJB7d0siEqggly

And YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJG-tVLUcaWjKh072oxDIrOkGanhr5Jek

To learn more about Morgan Hayes, PhD, P.E. please visit her University Website:
https://www.engr.uky.edu/directory/hayes-morgan

If you would like more information on the University of Kentucky – Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering please check out the link:
https://engr.uky.edu/research-faculty/departments/biosystems-agricultural-engineering

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> Wed, 08 May 2024 16:10:24 -0400 University of Maine Cooperative Extension University of Maine Cooperative Extension 2074 On the very first episode of the Maine Farmcast, Dr. Colt W. Knight, Associate Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist for University of Maine Cooperative Extension, sits down with one of the University of Kentucky’s Agricultural Engineers, Dr. Morgan Hayes. Dr. Hayes is a professional engineer and serves as an Assistant Extension Professor in Livestock Systems in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to Morgan’s impressive academic background, she is co-owner of a multigenerational cattle and hay farm, Fallen Barn Farm, in Central Kentucky. In this episode we discuss proper barn ventilation in colder climates.

Dr. Hayes podcast “Have you herd? Conversations with Josh Jackson and Morgan Hayes” is available on both Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3vEg38RYlJB7d0siEqggly

And YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJG-tVLUcaWjKh072oxDIrOkGanhr5Jek

To learn more about Morgan Hayes, PhD, P.E. please visit her University Website:
https://www.engr.uky.edu/directory/hayes-morgan

If you would like more information on the University of Kentucky – Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering please check out the link:
https://engr.uky.edu/research-faculty/departments/biosystems-agricultural-engineering

Original music by Colt Knight.

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).

]]> No Colt Knight Glenda Pereira