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Livestock Wala'auLWP Mini S4 Ep 10 -Livestock Updates: What's Happening This MonthWe share exciting updates from Hawaii and Nebraska in this quick mini-episode covering upcoming workshops, tax information, and educational opportunities for livestock stakeholders.• April 12: Calving Management and Grazing Management Field Workshop at Mealani Research Station in Kamuela, Big Island• All-day hands-on outdoor field workshop with no PowerPoint presentations • Registration required - email for more information or follow on Eventbrite• Preliminary information on the Ag Land Survey now available for Nebraska• Nebraska Department of Agriculture tax credit course available online through UNL• Grain marketing webinar series continuing through April and May• Dr. Lida Garcia fro...2025-04-0105 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep 9 : Meet Yunuen Bustamante: Oahu's New Livestock Extension AgentYunuen Bustamante is Oahu's newest extension agent, bringing a fresh perspective to Hawaii's livestock industry. Originally from Puebla, Mexico, her journey blends traditional wisdom with modern agricultural science. With a bachelor's in agronomy and a master's in agroforestry, in addition to her practical experience working as a veterinary technician and livestock specialist at a local ranch, she brings a wealth of knowledge to our Livestock Extension team.She aims to develop tailored guidance for local producers, focusing on sustainable practices in swine, poultry, and land management using sheep and goats while honoring Hawaiian cultural values. As Hawaii...2025-03-1026 minLivestock Wala'auLWP Mini S4 Ep 9 - Upcoming Workshops & UpdatesDive into this episode of Livestock Wala'au, where we uncover exciting updates, workshops, and insights to support your livestock management practices. Our hosts, Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand, will be discussing upcoming workshops focused on beef cattle management, ranging from on-farm food animal processing to grazing management strategies. Shannon shared about exploring the significance of succession planning, an essential element for family-operated farms. We highlight the upcoming "Returning to the Farm" workshop, designed to help families develop estate plans and management transitions. With expert guidance from attorneys and industry specialists, participants will engage in meaningful discussions aimed a...2025-03-0305 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep10: From Non-Dedicated to Dedicated: How Hawaii's Agricultural Tax Changes Impact Your FarmCouncilmember Heather Kimball details Hawaii County's agricultural tax program changes designed to prevent land speculation while supporting legitimate farmers and ranchers through targeted tax benefits.• New requirements for non-dedicated agricultural land programs include upfront documentation of legitimate farming activities• The current non-dedicated ag program is sunsetting in 2026, with two replacement options: a 10-year program (lowest tax rates) or 3-year program (more flexibility)• Farmers must submit documentation like organic certifications, farm plans, or NRCS agreements• Qualifying agricultural activities must generate $2,000 annual income or follow standard industry practices• New programs allow farmers who live on their land...2025-01-1339 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep 08 - Safeguarding Herds: Biosecurity Strategies with Dr. Julia HermanWhat if there were simple steps you could take to safeguard your herd and secure food supplies from devastating diseases? Join us as Dr. Julia Herman, a respected beef cattle specialist veterinarian from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, shares her wealth of knowledge on livestock biosecurity. Dr. Herman's journey through the world of veterinary outreach and education reveals the importance of effective communication with producers and the creation of dynamic biosecurity plans tailored to the ever-changing landscape of agricultural operations.Discover the invaluable lessons Dr. Herman learned from her experience managing foot and mouth disease in Uganda...2024-12-1137 minLivestock Wala'auLWP Mini S4 Ep8: Hawaii & West Upcoming ProgramsWhat if a name change could redefine a mission? Join us on this episode of Livestock Walaʻau, where hosts Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand share the exciting news about the University of Hawaii's College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience's fresh new identity. Delve into the latest from Hawaii's livestock community, including details on the Livestock Forage Disaster Program applications for Honolulu and Kauai counties. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or new to agriculture, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights and actionable advice.For listeners in Nebraska and beyond, there's no shortage of resources a...2024-12-0206 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep 07 - Exploring Hawaii's Grasslands: Kevin Faccenda and the Hawaii Grass AtlasCurious about the hidden dynamics of Hawaii’s grasslands? Join us as we speak with Kevin Basienda, a passionate graduate researcher from the University of Hawaii, who has embarked on a mission to map out the lush yet invasive grass species across the islands. Intrigued by the complexities of these plant invaders, Kevin's journey led him to create the Hawaii Grass Atlas, a treasure trove of information featuring over 280 grass species. Through innovative data collection methods, including roadside surveys and the invaluable input from citizen scientists on platforms like iNaturalist, Kevin sheds light on the importance of making this we...2024-11-2125 minLivestock Wala'auLWP Mini S4 Ep 7: Farm Success: Resources for Western U.S. Livestock OwnersWhat if you could transform your livestock management strategies with the latest updates and resources tailored just for you? Join us as Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand bring a treasure trove of information for livestock stakeholders in Hawaii and across the Western U.S. Discover the newly accessible small ruminant nutrition and management webinar videos, vital insurance coverage updates for Hawaii’s Big Island pastures. Get ready to mark your calendars for the Hawaii Cattlemen's Council Convention and Annual Meeting in Waikoloa, promising to be an event packed with opportunities and insights.But that's not all—we're exte...2024-11-0506 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep 6 Transforming Agriculture: The Role of Leucaena Trees in Sustainable Silvopasture SystemsEver wondered how integrating trees into pasture systems could revolutionize sustainable agriculture? Join us as we discuss this innovative practice with Travis Idol from the University of Hawaii. Discover how the Lucena tree, a nitrogen-fixing powerhouse with high protein content, is transforming silvopasture systems across tropical and subtropical regions. Our conversation highlights successful implementations in Queensland, Australia, and South America, and explores the potential of this remarkable tree to enhance livestock nutrition and pasture productivity.Travis Idol shares insights into the practicalities and challenges of silvopasture, focusing on manual harvesting techniques from Southeast Asia and the impact...2024-10-2833 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep 06: Upcoming Resources and Events for Livestock StakeholderWhat if you could safeguard your livestock from the unpredictable whims of nature? Join Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand on the Livestock Wala'au podcast as we unravel vital updates and resources for livestock stakeholders in Hawaii and beyond. We're excited to announce the newly released Small Ruminant Nutrition and Management webinar videos on our Livestock Extension Group YouTube channel. Plus, learn about the USDA Risk Management Agency's expansion of forage insurance in Hawaii County—a game-changer for protecting your livestock from forage loss due to less-than-ideal precipitation. We provide the insights you need to stay ahead with critical deadlines lo...2024-10-0808 minLivestock Wala'auS4 MINI Ep. 5: Upcoming Opportunites and UpdatesAloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4 MINI Episode 4. We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates, and tools.Stay tuned for our upcoming episode with Dr. Raquel Wong from Hawaii Department of Agriculture. We discuss inter-island transportation of livestock.Links:Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaii Webinar Series: Link HereUSDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) Pasture, Range, and Forage Insurance Information Session with East Co Group. Free but Registration is required.September 16, 20244:00pm to 6:00pm Waimea Butcher ShopContact Mele Oshiro (mabran@hawaii.edu) for registrationHawai`i Cattlemen's Council Convention & Annual MeetingDates: November 22 & 23, 2024Link HereUniversity of Ne...2024-09-1010 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep. 4: Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage (PRF) & other USDA Programs for Hawaii ProducersAloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we talk with Jen Livesy from the East Co Group about the Pasture, Range and Forage (PRF) program recently expanded to Hawaii, an effort supported by the USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA). We also will hear from two producers, Marissa Taylor and Brian Sprenger, who have been using PRF in their operations. Listen in to learn more about PRF and how you can apply it to your grazing operations! Resources & Links:USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA)EastCo Group Website: LINK HEREPRF Information EventSeptember 17, 20244-6pm at Wai...2024-08-0528 minLivestock Wala'auS4 MINI Ep. 4: August Updates & OpportunitiesAloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4 MINI Episode 4. We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates, and tools.Stay tuned for our upcoming episode with Jen Livsey, Founder/Agent EastCo Group, talking about the Pasture Range Forage program. Resources: Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaii Webinar Series: Link HereSmall Ruminant Producer Management Survey: Link HereHawai`i Cattlemen's Council Convention & Annual MeetingDates: November 22 & 23, 2024Link Here2024 Nebraska Custom Rates: What to Charge? Link HereWomen in Ag Book Club Information: Link Here University of Nebraska-Lincoln Webinars: Link HereThanks for listening! Check out our...2024-08-0108 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep. 3: Intaking and Onboarding of New EmployeesAloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we will talk with our very own Shannon Sand. We discuss the intaking and onboarding of new employees and what you should consider when bringing on new hires into your operation. Be sure to tune in and learn more!Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2024-07-1719 minLivestock Wala'auS4 MINI Ep. 3: July Updates & Grant OpportunitiesAloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4! We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates, and tools.Stay tuned for our upcoming episode with our very own Shannon Sand! We discuss the intaking and onboarding of new employees for your operation!Women in Ag Book Club Information: Link Here University of Nebraska-Lincoln Webinars: Link HereThanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2024-07-1605 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep. 2: Small Ruminant Research Projects by UH Manoa Graduate StudentsAloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we will talk with Dr. Caleb Reichhardt, the Assistant Professor of Livestock Production at UH Manoa, and three of his graduate students, Taya Blad, Jesus Rojas, and Shaye Nishimura. They discuss their research projects focusing on trace minerals, parasite burden, and muscle growth! They also discuss their current preliminary data and the importance of small ruminant management practices in Hawaii. Be sure to tune in and learn more! Webinar Link:UH Manoa CTAHR Livestock Extension Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaiʻi Webinar: 2024-06-1041 minLivestock Wala'auS4 MINI Ep. 2: June 2024 Updates & Opportunities!Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4! We'll share upcoming webinars, Hawaiʻi program updates, and tools.Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links:Hawaii: UH Manoa CTAHR Livestock Extension Small Ruminant Nutrition & Management in Hawaiʻi Webinar: REGISTRATION LINK HEREMid-West:Women In Ag Book Club Information Stay tuned for our next episode, where we talk with Dr. Caleb Reichhardt, who is the Assistant Professor of Livestock Production at UH Manoa, along with some of his graduate students and their current small ruminant research projects! To better under...2024-06-0707 minLivestock Wala'auS4 Ep1: Body Condition Scoring LivestockAloha! Thank you for tuning in! In this episode, we will be talking with Melelani Oshiro, who is the Livestock Extension Agent at UH CTAHR. She will be discussing the importance of body condition scoring for assessing the nutritional health of your livestock. This tool can be incredibly useful, so be sure to tune in and learn more!Resources: Body Condition Scores and Frame Scores For Beef CattleBody Condition Scoring SheepBody Condition Scores in GoatsHow Do You Evaluate A Chicken's Body When You Can't Even See It?2024-05-1321 minLivestock Wala'auS4 MINI Ep. 1: Workshops, Updates and Season 4 is here!Aloha! Welcome to Livestock Wala'au Season 4! We'll share upcoming workshops, seminars, and tools.Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links:Hawaii: Hawaii BQA/BQAT In-Person Training: Registration and Info Mid-West:Women In Ag Book Club Information Job Opportunities:Livestock Extension Agents - UH CTAHR Extension: Junior/Assistant Extension Agent (Livestock Maui County) (#84918)Junior/Assistant Extension Agent (Livestock) (#85408) Junior Extension Agent (Livestock, Hawai'i County) (#85516T) Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2024-05-0611 minLivestock Wala'auS3 Ep. 12: H-RIP, Hawaii Rangelands Information PortalAloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we're joined by Cherryle Heu and Ryan Longman, who are here to share an exciting development for Hawai'i's ranchers. They've launched the Hawaii Rangeland Information Portal, or H-RIP, a tool designed to enhance productivity and sustainability in the ranching industry. Tune in to discover how this tool can benefit you!Resources: Link for Hawaii Rangeland Information PortalLink for: H-RIP tutorials Email: hcdp@hawaii.eduThanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2024-04-2235 minLivestock Wala'auS3 MINI Ep. 12: Workshops, Seminars & Tools!Aloha and thank you for tuning in to the Livestock Wala'au Season 3! In this MINI episode, we will share some upcoming workshops, seminars and tools!Please fill out our Feedback Fest survey!Resources:Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links:Hawaii:Leucaena Workshop Registration: https://forms.gle/cm36dLYgy1ApqsYx7Sheep Management Survey: https://go.hawaii.edu/7gnEmail mabran@hawaii.edu for more information about this project.Mid-West:Wildfire info: https://cropwatch.unl.e...2024-03-1310 minLivestock Wala'auS3 Ep. 11: Low-Stress Animal Handling with Ruth WoiwodeAloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we have a conversation with Ruth Woiwode, an Assistant Professor for Animal Behavior and Well-Being at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. We will be discussing low-stress animal handling, its relevance to livestock, and its significant economic impacts. Tune in to learn more about this topic!Additional Resources: Ruth Woiwode: Click Here for contact details.Check out our Feedback Fest survey!Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2024-02-1741 minLivestock Wala'auS3 Ep 11 Mini: Updates, Workshops & Hawaii Range Camp!Aloha and thank you for tuning in to the Livestock Wala'au Season 3! In this MINI episode, we will share some upcoming seminars and job opportunities.Please fill out our Feedback Fest survey!Resources:Webinar/Workshop/Seminar Links:HI: -Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation-Ag Day at the Capitol - February 8th from 11am-1pm - Cattlemen at the Capitol FEbruary 29th - Hawaii Range Camp will take place March 18-22, 2024 in Waimea! Sign up deadline February 23, 2024. If anyone has any questions please feel free to r...2024-02-0116 minLivestock Wala'auS3 Ep. 10: Break-Even Analysis: What is it, how to use it and resources to help!Aloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we "talk story" with our co-host, Shannon Sand about Break-Even Analysis. Shannon will be discussing what a break-even analysis is, how you can apply it to your operation, and also share some resources that can help you get started! Tune in to learn more! Additional Resources: Shannon Sand - email: ssand2@unl.eduUsing breakeven analysis for better decisions (Article) Mobile Livestock Processing budget (YouTube) Thanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2024-01-0822 minLivestock Wala'auS3 MINI Ep.10 Updates, Job Opportunities & Happy New Year!Aloha & Happy New Year! In this MINI episode, we will be sharing about some upcoming seminars, funding programs and job opportunities. Resources:Job Opportunities:- Research Support Staff: CLICK HERE- Climate Smart Specialist: CLICK HEREWebinar/Workshop/Seminar Links:NE and the West:- December Series, Live throughout Nebraska & free to participate in: "So you’ve inherited a farm, now what?" : Click HereFunding Opportunities: - Livestock Forage Disaster Prog...2024-01-0407 minLivestock Wala'auS3 Ep. 9: Negotiation in Ag & Ag Risk Programs w/ John HewlettAloha and mahalo for tuning in! In this episode, we "talk story" with John Hewlett, an Extension Educator at the University of Wyoming (UW). John is with the UW Department of Agriculture and Applied Economics and has a wide range of experience related to Risk Management in agriculture. Tune in to learn more about these programs! Additional Resources: John P. Hewlett - email: hewlett@uwyo.eduAg Help WantedNegotiation in Agriculture RightRiskThanks for listening! Check out our other social media platforms!2023-12-1527 min