Mike Kamm Podcasts

Getting your calves off to the right start can be quite challenging. Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Lyndsay Waechter-Mead offers some conditions that producer should understand about weak calve syndrome.By Nebraska Extension

Running a farm operation has plenty of challenges, but what’s more important, sticking to a plan or being able to adapt and make quick decisions? Nebraska Extension Specialist Jay Parsons talks about factors that make a good strategic plan for farmers.By Nebraska Extension

Livestock operations can be quite irritating to the nose but the Nebraska Legislature is looking at a bill that might make it more difficult to sue offending operations. Nebraska Extension Ag Law Specialist Dave Aiken talks about what could become law when it comes to ag odor nuisances.By Nebraska Extension

Oral lease terminations could see some changes on termination dates. Nebraska Extension Specialist Dave Aiken says the legislature is considering a bill that would change termination notifications from six months to three.By Nebraska Extension

Nebraska weather in the late winter and early spring can be chaotic and we're still weeks away from the home gardening growing season. Nebraska Extension Educator John Porter says gardeners should pay close attention to the average last frost date in their area before they start planting, but there are some vegetables that can withstand cooler soil…

Taking the Intimidation Out of Grain Marketing., Wheat Marketing Center, Grain Markets, Weather Update, Corn Production Practices for Soil HealthBy University of Nebraska

Keeping up with technology and the latest equipment can be convenient, but will it help with the bottom line? Nebraska Extension Ranch Management Specialist Jay Parsons talks about whether to buy and how those decisions can affect profitability.By Nebraska Extension

The Backyard Farmer Garden on the University of Nebraska - Lincolns east campus has been home to beautiful ornamentals and vegetables for almost 15 years. Nebraska Extension Educator Terri James talks about how the garden got started and what’s in store for the upcoming growing season.By Nebraska Extension

Ranchers have utilized expected progeny differences or EDPs to make genetic decisions focusing on breeding objectives. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Educator Hannah Smith says including genomics to EDPs will help with accuracy in breeding.By Nebraska Extension

For over 70 years the popular gardening program Backyard Farmer has been answering viewer gardening questions. The new season starts April 6th, and the programs host, and Nebraska Extension Landscape Horticulture Specialist Kim Todd says they are excited to get going.By Nebraska Extension

Cover crops offer farmers many benefits including weed suppression, increasing soil health and reducing erosion. Nebraska Extension Soil Health Management Educator Katja Kohler-Cole talks about what kind of cover crops are utilized in Nebraska and future research projects.By Nebraska Extension

Nebraska Soybean Board's See For Yourself Program, Beef Nutrition Made Simple, Grain Markets, Crop Talk - Getting Your Planter Ready For Spring PlantingBy University of Nebraska

Warmer weather has spurred some home gardeners to start getting ready for spring planting. Not so fast says Nebraska Extension Landscape Horticulture Specialist Kim Todd, she says leaving some older plant material standing helps protect early emerging plants.By Nebraska Extension

The USDA cattle Inventory report showed that feeder cattle supplies will be reduced nationally, and continued liquidation will depend on the profit margins. Nebraska Extension Livestock Marketing Economist Elliott Dennis says the bred cow market may be appealing for producers looking to rebuild their herd considering recent decreases in beef cattle…

The Nebraska LEAD program has been training leaders in the ag industry in Nebraska for over 40 years. Nebraska LEAD Program Director Terry Hejny talks about the importance of training future leaders and decision makers.By Nebraska Extension

The Nebraska Extension Master Gardener program is a horticulture related volunteer training program based in many counties throughout the state. Nebraska Extension Educator Terri James talks about becoming a Master Gardener.By Nebraska Extension

Managing cattle feed based on total digestible nutrients (TDN) is a very common way to measure energy is in different forages sources. Nebraska Beef Systems Extension Educator Hannah Smith talks about how to balance TDN of feedstuffs and use energy economically in your operation.By Nebraska Extension

The first milk or colostrum for a newborn calf is extremely important. Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Lyndsay Waechter-Mead talks about why that first feeding of colostrum is so important.By Nebraska Extension

Women In Ag Conference Recap, A Closer Look at One Of The Busiest Grain Export Terminals in the U.S., Grain Markets, Ag Weather, Crop Diversity and Soil HealthBy University of Nebraska

Spring is right around the corner, and now might be a great time to do a quick check-up on your lawn mower to make sure it’s in good working order. Nebraska Extension Educator John Fech offers a few tips to get it running.By Nebraska Extension

Contracts for Ag carbon credits could be a way for farmers to increase their profitability. Dave Aiken, Nebraska Extension Water and Ag Law Specialist says there are several factors to consider before entering into contract.By Nebraska Extension

Handing the farm operation over to the next generation can be difficult for farmers and ranchers who never think about retirement. Nebraska Extension Farm Succession Educator Allan Vyhnalek says giving younger family farmers a chance to run the business will help in it’s future success.By Nebraska Extension

Students interested in starting ag related businesses have some great opportunities at the University of Nebraska’s Engler Entrepreneur Program. Hannah Klitz, Oak Barn Beef Business Owner talks about how the Engler program helped get her business going.By Nebraska Extension

Private Pesticide Training Offered by Zoom, Celebrating National FFA Week, Grain and Cattle Markets, Ag Weather, 2023 Crop Pest UpdateBy University of Nebraska

For some ranchers, calving season is already here and others are still preparing for it. Nebraska Extension Veterinarian Brian Vander Ley talks about some key factors to make sure you’re ready for calving.By Nebraska Extension

A series of leadership seminars is being offered by Nebraska Extension Rural Prosperity. Nebraska Extension Rural Prosperity Educator Jordan Grummert Rasmussen says the NACO Institute of Excellence is a good place for county leaders to network and develop leadership skills.By Nebraska Extension

One pest that can cause problems during the winter months that you might not expect are ticks. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Dave Boxler talks about winter ticks and how to control them.By Nebraska Extension

In winter, rabbits gnaw through the tender bark of young trees and shrubs to eat the green, inner bark. University of Nebraska Lincoln Conservation Biologist Dennis Ferraro offers some tips to protect your trees and shrubs.By Nebraska Extension

Grass Tetany is a problem that usually occurs when cattle are eating lush green grass or cereal forage. Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Mary Drewnowski says it can also occur over the winter when cattle are being fed harvested forages.By Nebraska Extension

EID Identification for Livestock, Nebraska Department of Agriculture Update, Grain Markets, Ag Weather, Crop Talk - Greener InsecticideBy University of Nebraska

With spring not far off, it is time to start planning and thinking about spring annual forages that you might plant. Nebraska Extension Range and Forage Specialist Jerry Volesky, says there are plenty of options, including small grain cereals.By Nebraska Extension

The annual Women in Agriculture Conference is set for February 23rd and 24th in Kearney. Nebraska Extension Educator Jessica Groskopf talks about the agenda for this year’s conference and the importance of networking with other women in Nebraska agriculture.By Nebraska Extension

The Nebraska LEAD Program began over 40 years ago to develop agricultural leaders from Nebraska's future generations. Post pandemic the program is back on track and LEAD program Director Terry Hejny says they are now accepting applications for LEAD class 42.By Nebraska Extension

The lack of forage due to drought and current hay prices have producers considering other options for feeding cows this winter. Nebraska Extension Beef Educator Erin Laborie says limit-feeding corn could be an alternative for cows in gestation and early lactation.By Nebraska Extension

A new grant program focusing on co-op business is looking for applicants. Cindy Houlden from the Nebraska Cooperative Development Center says the mini-grant program is now open to groups in rural areas that are pursuing co-op business models.By Nebraska Extension

Home gardeners are always trying to get a head start on next season’s vegetable crop, even when nothing can be grown outside. Nebraska Extension Educator John Porter offers a few tips on starting seeds indoors.By Nebraska Extension

2023 Women in Ag conference, Hay Inventory, Grain Markets, Ag Weather, Crop Talk - Technology on The FarmBy University of Nebraska

Stressed cows can perform poorly, especially during calving season. Nebraska Extension Educator Troy Walz says producers should have a solid nutrition plan in place that focuses on stressful situations to meet the cow’s nutritional needs.By Nebraska Extension

Having a solid marketing plan pre-harvest can help producers avoid low prices in the future according to Nebraska Extension Grain Marketing Specialist Cory Walters. He says the problem can be avoided by getting sound advice from reputable sources and sticking to the plan.By Nebraska Extension

Lower beef production could be coming this year due to issues from last season’s production including drought and herd culling. Nebraska Extension Livestock Marketing Economist Elliott Dennis talks about what producers should keep an eye on for the upcoming season.By Nebraska Extension

Nebraska Extension is offering training and recertification for livestock manure management in several locations throughout the state. Nebraska Extension Animal Manure Management Educator Leslie Johnson says the key element to the training is water quality.By Nebraska Extension

Wheat Distribution Chain, Cattle Market Update, Grain Markets, Ag Weather, On-Farm Research results meetingsBy University of Nebraska

Using chemical pesticides around your home safely starts with thoroughly reading and following all label instructions. Nebraska Extension Turfgrass Specialist Roch Gaussoin talks about how different active ingredients can be contained in products with similar names.By Nebraska Extension

If you have nuisance flies inside your home, they could be fruit flies or fungus gnats. Nebraska Extension Entomologist Jody Green says fungus gnats are often mistaken for fruit flies and getting rid of them is very different.By Nebraska Extension

Winter supplements for calves is a common practice, but does it actually payoff when spring comes around? Nebraska Extension Specialist Karla Wilke talks about recent studies that looked into that question.By Nebraska Extension

Having a good plan for your spring annual forages is critical to getting them planted when warmer weather comes around. Nebraska Extension Specialist Jerry Volesky talks about what kinds of forage to plant and how to manage them during the early spring.By Nebraska Extension

Raccoons can be a very damaging animal pest and they are known for carrying several diseases that can be passed on to humans. Nebraska Extension Specialist Dennis Ferraro talks about raccoon management and control.By Nebraska Extension

Making sure your tools and equipment are up to date and ready to go for calving season is one way to ensure your newborn calves get off to the right start. University of Nebraska - Lincoln Veterinarian Lyndsay Waechter-Mead talks about getting ready for calving season.By Nebraska Extension

Wheat Export and Marketing Workshop, FLEX-RO, Grain Markets, Ag Weather, Confronting Cropping Challenges WorkshopBy University of Nebraska

Everyone struggles with mental health now and then, but for farmers and ranchers sometimes the stigma of asking for help prevents them from doing so. Nebraska Extension Educator Wayde Pickinpaugh talks about the importance of mental health in the farming community.By Nebraska Extension