DIGGING DEEPER – AG CHATS WITH AL
DIGGING DEEPER - AG CHATS WITH AL
Podcast Description
Real farmers, real conversations, practical insights and inspiring stories.Join Al Micallef and special guests to help unlock your farm's production potential. Whether it's in relation to drought or economic shifts, this podcast is your go-to for developing resilience in agriculture. This podcast is made possible by the Future Drought Fund Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program co-funded by the Victorian and Australian Governments.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes surrounding agricultural resilience, livestock nutrition, and crisis management. Episodes include discussions on livestock feeding strategies, the impact of droughts on farming practices, and veterinarian insights on animal health. Specific focus areas include effective feedlot systems, disease prevention in livestock, and personal stories of farmers navigating economic shifts.
Real farmers, real conversations, practical insights and inspiring stories.
Join Al Micallef and special guests to help unlock your farm’s production potential.
Whether it’s in relation to drought or economic shifts, this podcast is your go-to for developing resilience in agriculture.
This podcast is made possible by the Future Drought Fund Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program co-funded by the Victorian and Australian Governments.
In this episode, the discussion centers on best practices for yard weaning and artificial insemination (AI) in cattle. Topics include the importance of adequate space to prevent disease, acclimating calves to feedlot conditions, and the benefits of keeping calves longer after weaning. The conversation also delves into optimal vaccination strategies and the logistics and challenges of AI, with a focus on synchronization protocols, benefits in terms of conception rates, reduced dystocia, and improved calf health. The speaker also shares insights from their Personal Development Seminar (PDS) experience and discusses the importance of better communication between producers and veterinarians to enhance animal welfare and farm profitability. Broader industry issues such as public perception of agriculture, advocacy, and sustainable farming practices are also highlighted.
00:00 Introduction to Yard Weaning
00:57 Best Practices for Yard Weaning
02:25 Vaccination Strategies
04:04 Early Weaning Challenges
06:13 Exploring AI Techniques
08:57 Synchronization Protocols
13:10 AI Implementation and Results
15:21 Anecdotes and AI Insights
15:43 Conception Rates and Calving Improvements
16:35 Heifer Management Strategies
17:27 Joining Heifers and Cows
18:31 AI Programs and Bull Selection
20:34 WARRACK and Industry Advocacy
22:17 Challenges and Opportunities in Agriculture
23:36 Public Perception and Communication
28:30 Global Livestock Insights
29:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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