• Fins, Fur and Feathers: Percids
• Pre-season Irrigation Inspection
• Care of Heifer Calves

 

00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Percids: Another Fins, Fur and Feathers episode from Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken at K-State kicks off today’s show. The pair chat about fish people can find in Kansas and a few of their unique characteristics.

Fins, Fur and Feathers

Wildlife.k-state.edu

 

00:12:05 – Pre-season Irrigation Inspection: K-State’s Tina Sullivan and Jonathan Aguilar continue the show by explaining what growers with irrigation systems should look over and inspect before starting irrigation.

Pre-season Irrigation Checklist: Maximize Efficiency and Minimize Issues

 

00:23:05 – Care of Heifer Calves: Ending the show is K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk discussing the importance of providing quality care to heifer calves soon after birth and the impact it has on growth rate, milk production and how long they stay in the herd.

 

 

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