Dairy producers in the I-29 corridor and across Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska and
South Dakota have a new way of receiving information, thanks to a podcast
launched by the I-29 Moo University dairy consortium. Extension dairy specialists
from each state help to develop the topics for the bi-weekly podcast.
"The show's focus is unique because it aims to discuss current issues
faced by dairy producers along the corridor ranging from economics and animal
health, to forage, labor and farm programs," say's Kim Clark, Nebraska
Extension Dairy Educator, and one of three regular hosts for the program.
The first podcast was released last week and featured Kim Clark, Jim Salfer,
Minnesota Extension Dairy Educator and Fred M. Hall, Northwest Iowa Extension
Dairy Specialist, discussing information for dairy producers concerning the
Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP).
Podcasts are recorded every two weeks, and feature commentary by I-29 Moo
University Extension dairy specialists in conversation with other dairy
industry experts.
"The podcasts offer another way for dairy producers and the dairy industry
across the region to receive current and timely information and resources on
dairy production practices, financial management and practical strategies in
dealing with farm stress," said Salfer.
Hall adds that the discussions are driven by current topics and questions from
producers.
"We hope that producers will interact with questions and comments that can
help develop more programs," Hall said.
Each episode is 15-20 minutes and is available on the I-29 Moo University
website (https://feeds.captivate.fm/i-29-moo-u/), as well as on each state's
dairy Extension website. Producers can also subscribe to the "I-29 Moo U
Dairy Podcast" on iTunes and Spotify. Past episodes are archived, so
listeners can tune in whenever they choose.
For more information, contact Kim Clark at kimclark@unl.edu or 402-472-6065;
Jim Salfer at salfe001@umn.edu or 612-360-4506; or Fred M. Hall at
fredhall@iastate.edu or 712.737.4230.