Best University Of Minnesota Extension Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 315 - How Genetics Drive Dairy Profitability: Insights from Minnesota Herds - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 28:04

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Host Brad Heins welcomes Becca Weir, a Minnesota native and newly appointed assistant professor of agricultural economics at Penn State. Growing up on a dairy farm near Sauk Centre, Rebecca developed a passion for applying economics to dairy management decisions. In this episode, she shares findings from her University of Minnesota research with Jo…

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A Rough Weekend Could be in store for the Vikings and Gophers 1:48:08

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On today's Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg discuss a bizarre end to Rams-49ers with Sean McVay opting to go for the win rather than a game tying field goal. Seth and Greg set up the weekend, with a tough matchup for the Gophers and a string of injuries for the Vikings against Cleveland. Daniel House joins the show to further dive into this weekend fo…

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Jesse Ritka talks about a stormy summer, a warm fall and gardening with her family 39:47

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WDAY Chief Meteorologist Jesse Ritka had a busy summer, with turbulent storms and widespread tornado damage. And now, like the rest of us, she's reaping the gardening benefits of an unseasonably warm fall while waiting for sweater weather to finally arrive. In this episode, Jesse joins Don and John for a chat about recent weather and how the stormy…

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Who is Dylan Gabriel? 38:00

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On today's Seth on Sports, Aaron Worm joins the show to recap a strong win by the Mavericks over Sioux Falls, and a chance to wreck Concordia St. Paul's Homecoming coming up this weekend. Seth and Greg talk out their concerns regarding the Vikings injury report. They also discuss Shadeur Sanders' bizarre media availability in which he mouthed his a…

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Napheesa Collier Sounds Off and Anthony Edwards Gears Up 41:53

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On today's Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg react to a scathing statement by Napheesa Collier criticizing WNBA leadership and officiating and wonder what the league will do to respond. Seth and Greg also discuss Anthony Davis preparing like crazy for Timberwolves season and they react to another eventful day in the MLB playoffs!…

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Kirill Kaprizov Signs His Massive Extension and the Twins Relieve Rocco Baldelli of his dutues! 40:11

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Today on SOS, Seth and Greg react to the news that Kirill Kaprizov has indeed decided to stay in Minnesota long term! We discuss the contract and what it means for the Wild going forward. Seth and Greg dive into the news that Rocco Baldelli was fired by the Twins, and whether that means any actual substantial changes will occur!…

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Cheryl Reeve Erupts as Lynx Shocked by Phoenix in Round Two 38:12

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg react to a mixed bag weekend for Minnesota Sports. They celebrate big wins for the Mavericks and Gophers, a lackluster effort by the Vikings against Pittsburgh, and a shocking exit for the Minnesota Lynx in the playoffs against Phoenix. They discuss Cheryl Reeve coming unglued in a loss Friday night that was f…

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Episode 314 -The Future of Grazing? Brad Tests Virtual Fencing - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 24:39

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In this episode, Brad shares his firsthand experience with virtual fencing on the University of Minnesota’s Morris dairy herd. After a long grazing season, he dives into the reasons he began experimenting with NoFence collars, the training process for heifers, and what he learned about costs, labor savings, and animal behavior. Brad walks listeners…

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Gearing up for Maverick Homecoming and a Full Weekend of College Football 1:48:07

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg preview Game 3 between the Lynx and Phoenix and discuss where Byron Buxton could end up in the MVP Voting. If Buxton ends up in the top 10 he gets a major bonus, which may upset the Pohlads. Aaron Worm joins the show to recap the unveiling of the Future State for MSU and to preview the Mavericks Homecoming gam…

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Bring the color inside by overwintering plants 39:52

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Just because summer is over and winter is on the horizon, it doesn’t mean gardening has to be done for the year. In this episode, Don and John talk about how to keep geraniums, mandevilla and other plants growing through the winter so you can get a head start on summer color.

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Biological soil fertility products for corn and soybeans: How should farmers be thinking about them? 38:51

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Dan Kaiser and Brad Carlson continue their discussion on N-fixing biostimulant products in today's episode of the Advancing Nitrogen Smart Podcast. What's the most up-to-date working definition of a crop biostimulant? On which crops are N-fixing products typically used? What is NCERA103.org, and in what ways it it a useful resource for farmers and …

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Civic Bridgers founder Libby Stegger and students Angelina Rueda and Sumaya Yassin share stories about bridging across Minnesota's rural, urban, and suburban communities 40:50

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In final episode of season two, Ellen talks with Civic Bridgers founder Libby Stegger and students Angelina Rueda and Sumaya Yassin about bridging across rural, urban, and suburban spaces in Minnesota. Angelina and Sumaya discuss their experience in the Rural-Urban Campus Bridging Initiative and Libby shares how the Civic Bridgers organization buil…

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The Lynx Collapsed in Game 2, The Timberwolves Brought the Trees Back and Marcus Foligno Joins the Show! 35:27

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg recap a Game 2 loss for the Lynx that featured a 20 point lead blown and a Lynx team that just lost control of the game. Seth and Greg react to the news that the Timberwolves have brought back the iconic "Tree Outline" uniforms, Royce Lewis continuing to say concerning things as the Twins season continues, and…

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NFL Power Rankings and MSU Maverick Soccer! 37:25

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Today on Seth on Sports, Greg starts things off with our Tuesday Trivia, Seth and Greg take a look at the NFL Power Rankings and Brian Bahl, head coach of the Minnesota State University Mankato Women's Soccer team joins the show to take a look at a hot start for his team coming off of a long playoff run last year!…

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The Cincinnati Bengals Had The Worst Case of the Mondays This Week 42:03

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg recap a drubbing for the Minnesota Vikings against Cincinnati, and a very strong start for the Minnesota Lynx in their second round series against Phoenix. Seth hands out his "Case of the Mondays" list, and the Twins continued attendance spiral is also discussed!…

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Episode 313 -Robots, Rotaries, or Both? Jim Salfer on Where Dairy Automation’s Headed - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 32:08

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Today, Brad brings on University of Minnesota Extension colleague Jim Salfer to talk through the state of dairy automation. Robots are still going in across the Upper Midwest, but they’re also coming out—and the “why” depends on farm goals, labor, barn design, and cash flow. Highlights Adoption reality: Robots are spreading, yet many farms are re-e…

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The science behind fall colors 44:46

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Nothing can be quite as breathtaking as fall color, and though there's a certain poetry to this last burst of natural beauty before we plunge into winter, there's some hard science there, too. In this episode, Don and John talk about the chemical changes that make fall color happen and talk about their favorite fall color plants, shrubs and trees. …

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Colton Molesky Tackles Week 4 of the College Football Season! 1:02:44

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On today's Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg look at the suddenly red hot Cleveland Guardians and their attempt to chase down the Detroit Tigers, and how the rest of the MLB Playoff picture play out. Seth and Greg look at the Twins return to fundamental baseball, and the biggest games in College Football this weekend. Seth talks with Mankato West footb…

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Aaron Worm previews Mavericks-Jimmies and Daniel House Sets up Vikings-Bengals 21:07

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On today's Seth on Sports, Aaron Worm joins the show to recap the Mavericks loss to Duluth, and to preview their upcoming game against Jamestown this weekend. They also discuss the Homecoming festivities next week and the special announcement the Mavericks are planning to unveil their new Capitol Plan. Seth and Greg recap the Lynx rallying to win i…

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Is Major League Baseball Doing away with Scouting Departments, or just the Twins? 36:52

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg react to the news that the Twins fired almost all of their pro scouting department, and look into whether or not Major League Baseball is doing this or if it's just a few teams. They also look at how the Timberwolves are building a winning culture by pulling successful executives from other sports…

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Jen Ford Reedy unpacks Bush Foundation book club pick, The Power of Bridging, and shares her optimism for how bridging can be a path forward 46:21

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“Bridging is a practice where members of different social groups are not only brought into contact, but build social connections and rapport.”-john powell “It's not perfect. It's not hypothetical. It's not something you can do all the time. But I think in terms of the kind of world that we are trying to bring into existence, bridging, until we full…

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Tom Brady Makes an Appearance in a Different NFL Booth 37:47

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On today's Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg start with Trivia Tuesday. They discuss the rash of injuries the Vikings and Bengals are dealing with, as well as what to expect from Carson Wentz on Sunday. They discuss the weird situation with Tom Brady being in the Raiders coaches box in addition to his broadcast duties and continue to monitor the Kirill…

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The Minnesota Vikings had a VERY bad Case of the Mondays 34:38

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On today's Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg recap a rough weekend for Minnesota Sports, including the full list of nominees for "Case of the Mondays". The Vikings end up winning after a completely flat performance against the Atlanta Falcons. Seth and Greg talk about the various results for the young quarterbacks throughout the Minnesota football land…

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Episode 47: Formaldehyde-based feed sanitizers in sow feed 12:13

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In the podcast, Swine Extension Educator Sarah Schieck Boelke speaks with Sara Williams, who recently completed her master's of science degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in Swine Nutrition from the University of Minnesota's Department of Animal Science. Sara’s MS research involved formaldehyde-based feed sanitizers in sow feed to reduce pat…

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Episode 312 - Managing the Stress of Weaning: Research Insights for Farmers - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 26:22

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This week on The Moos Room, Brad shares updates from the University of Minnesota’s dairy research center, where staff have been on strike and he’s been back in the barn doing chores, milking, feeding, and even pulling calves late at night. With calving season underway, Brad shifts the focus to a new review article on weaning practices in young rumi…

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Crabgrass and quackgrass are funny-sounding names for serious lawn nuisances 43:24

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Crabgrass and quackgrass might sound a little funny, but they are such a common nuisance many homeowners simply throw up their hands and live with them. It doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, Don and John talk about two of the most common weeds in our lawns and give you strategies to help bring them under control.…

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Aaron Worm, Daniel House and Colton Molesky join to preview a busy weekend in College Football and the NFL 1:46:01

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On today's Seth on Sports, Aaron Worm joins to preview tomorrow's game between the Mavericks and the Bulldogs from Duluth and a chance for the Mavs to improve to 3-0. Seth and Greg take a look at the big games throughout the weekend. Daniel House previews Gophers-Golden Bears and Vikings-Falcons, and Colton Molesky joins to preview week 3 of the Co…

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The NBA is a "Highlight League" and the Kirill Kaprizov Saga has rocked the Hockey World 34:51

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On today's Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg continue to talk through the Kirill Kaprizov contract situation, they also discuss the NBA making it harder for their fans to watch their games, a look at both the Gophers-Golden Bears games and Vikings-Falcons, and who the Lynx may play in the opening round of the playoffs!…

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Kirill Kaprizov Rejects Massive Extension Offer from the Wild; What Happens Now? 34:14

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg discuss the big news that Kirill Kaprizov has rejected a massive extension offer from the Wild, and what comes next as the Wild try to keep him around long term. Seth and Greg discuss the continued fall for the Twins, and what hope there is next year and beyond. They also discuss the MLB home run race, the Lyn…

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john a. powell, author of The Power of Bridging, explains what bridging is (and what it isn't) and why it is necessary 57:43

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Ellen talks with john a. powell about his book, The Power of Bridging, and the concept of bridging and the importance of recognizing our interconnectedness. john explains the harmful practices of breaking and othering and explores the bridging necessary for rural, urban, and suburban communities. john also shares ways individuals and leaders can fo…

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JJ McCarthy Sparks EPIC Vikings Comeback in Chicago 36:34

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Today on Seth on Sports, Seth and Greg recap an impressive win for the Vikings against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night football! They discuss JJ McCarthy shaking off a rough start to spark the comeback, Jordan Mason's tough running, and how Kevin O'Connell got McCarthy going. Greg tests Seth's Quiz skills and they both discuss ESPN's attempt at a…

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Fall manure application: Plans, resources & strategies for Minnesota farmers 31:32

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On this episode of the Nutrient Management Podcast, we talk all about fall manure application. What should be on a farmer's to-do list to prepare for fall application? What names need to be on an operation's emergency response plan, and what kind of PPE should farmers keep nearby? How much lead time does a lab need to return sample results? If a fa…

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Phillies Karen and the Baltimore Ravens had BAD Cases of the Mondays 37:16

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Today on Seth on Sports, we start by looking at who had the worst Case of the Mondays over the weekend, with nods to the Ravens, the Phillies fan lady who had a meltdown over a baseball, and all of the college football teams that gave up 60 plus points. Seth and Greg recap the Gophers huge win over Northwestern State, and preview tonight's Vikings …

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Episode 311 - Milk Fatty Acids: The Next Frontier in Dairy Nutrition - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 22:08

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In this episode, Brad dives into the growing interest in milk fatty acid profiles and what they can tell us about cow health, nutrition, and management. Brad explains the three main groups of milk fatty acids—de novo, mixed, and preformed—and how they are shaped by diet, stage of lactation, seasonality, and even genetics. He highlights how monitori…

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A few reasons to visit a garden center this fall from Luke at Nygard Nursery 54:34

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A common refrain here at Growing Together is that there's usually something going on with your garden, no matter what time of year, and the same holds true for your local garden centers. In this episode, Don and John are joined by Luke Nygard, the owner of Nygard Nursery in Dilworth, Minn., for some reasons to give your local nursery a visit even t…

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Colton Molesky on Big Ten Surprises in Week 1 and Big Games in Week 2 1:07:12

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On today's Seth on Sports, Greg Travis tests Seth's knowledge on the most loyal fanbases in the NFL. Seth chats with Mankato West head coach JJ Helget to preview their week 2 matchup against Owatonna. Seth and Colton Molesky preview week 2 of the College Football season with "Goldy's Locks" and recap week 1 with their "Mike Leach Moment of the Week…

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Daniel House on a Solid Debut for Drake Lindsey 33:31

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On today's Seth on Sports, Aaron Worm joins to preview this weekend's matchup between the Mavericks and Minot State. Daniel House joins to recap a solid start to the season for the Gophers, and what we want to see from Drake Lindsey and the rest of the Gophers this weekend against Northwestern State. Seth also recaps another Twins loss to Chicago, …

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How NOT to Circumvent the NBA Salary Cap 9-3-25 36:26

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On today's Seth on Sports, Greg Travis tests Seth's College Football mascot skills. Seth and Greg discuss Drake Lindsey's Gophers debut against Buffalo. They also discuss the revelation that the Los Angeles Clippers may have circumvented the cap to sign Kawhi Leonard, and why they need to be punished more harshly then the Minnesota Timberwolves did…

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Bill Belichick has a Bad Case of the Mondays 35:29

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On today's Seth on Sports, we debut a new bit to start the week called "Bad Case of the Mondays" and this week we look at a few college football coaches who had rough weekends, including Bill Belichick. Greg Travis joins the show to recap a solid win for the Gophers over Buffalo, and just how important Drake Lindsey is to the Gophers chances. We al…

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RE-RELEASE: Nick Jacobs, author of The Rural Voter, shares his findings and explains how the 'gap effect' leads to simple stories about rural and urban spaces 37:21

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While Ellen takes a break for Labor Day, revisit this episode originally released on September 4, 2024 during Season 1. In this episode, Ellen interviews Nick Jacobs, co-author of The Rural Voter, about the nuances of rural America and how they are often overlooked when we consider the complex relationship between rural and urban spaces. They discu…

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Episode 310 -Faster Cows, Faster Parlors: New Genetic Evaluations for Milking Speed - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 9:22

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In this Labor Day episode, Brad highlights the history of the holiday in the U.S. and Canada before diving into a brand-new genetic evaluation for Holstein dairy cattle: milking speed. Released in August 2025, this trait provides an objective way to measure how quickly cows milk—expressed in pounds of milk per minute—with the Holstein breed average…

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Colton Molesky Previews the 2025 College Football Season 8-29-25 56:31

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On today's Seth on Sports, Colton Molesky joins to preview the 2025 College Football Season. Seth and Colton organize the Big Ten into tiers based on which teams are most likely to contend for a Big Ten championship, they also look at which teams will be most likely to surprise in both a positive and negative manner. Seth and Colton also pick teams…

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A Labor Day gardening task list to finish out the season and get you ready for next year 57:15

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You might think of Labor Day as the time when you start closing down shop for the year, but it's also the time when you can start laying groundwork for next year. In this episode, Don and John go over some of the most fruitful tasks for your Labor Day/early September to-do list, like fertilizing your lawn, splitting geraniums and tackling your toug…

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Bioreactors in-depth: Carbon sources, incorporation, maintenance & more 31:16

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Today on the Advancing Nitrogen Smart Podcast we take a close-up look at bioreactors as an edge-of-field practice. How does this important tool work, and how does it help mitigate nitrate loss? What types of carbon sources have traditionally been used in a bioreactor, and what types of carbon could be used in the future? How are bioreactors incorpo…

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Drs. Jill Amsberry and Chris Fallert explain how the University of Minnesota Medical School and CentraCare's new St. Cloud campus is a rural-urban partnership that will transform rural health care and ... 43:04

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Drs. Jill Amsberry and Chris Fallert explain how the University of Minnesota Medical School and CentraCare's new St. Cloud campus is a rural-urban partnership that will transform rural health care and strengthen the region Ellen talks with Drs. Jill Amsberry and Chris Fallert to discuss the launch of the new University of Minnesota Medical School R…

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Episode 309 - From the Fair to the Farm: Dairy Research Updates with Brad - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 21:31

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In this episode of The Moos Room, Brad shares updates from a busy summer and fall kickoff at the Minnesota State Fair, where his kids showed cows and he helped with 4-H dairy programming. After reflecting on the fair, he dives into the latest research and extension projects happening at the University of Minnesota’s West Central Research and Outrea…

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Ditch your riding mower, and other tips to better health through gardening 37:46

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Your riding mower might make you feel like royalty as you leisurely cut the grass on a hot day...but, you're missing out on some much-needed exercise when you do. In this episode, Don and John welcome NDSU Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist Julie Garden-Robinson for a discussion about health and gardening, including why you should keep sweatin…

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Tane Danger and Tryg Throntveit, co-creators of “Sketches of Minnesota,” describe exploring Minnesota and bridging community divides through humor 54:45

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In this episode, Ellen talks with Tane Danger and Tryg Throntveit to discuss their collaborative project, "Sketches of Minnesota" which launched last year. Tane and Dane (along with an incredibly talented improv comedy cast) visited communities across Minnesota to gather local stories and transform them into live improv comedy shows. Tane and Tryg …

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2025 Fall fertilizer outlook: Management tips during economic uncertainty 35:20

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It’s that time of year again; time for the Fall Fertilizer Outlook on the Nutrient Management Podcast. Given the overall economics of crop production right now, how should farmers be approaching their fertilizer decisions this fall? What are some regional differences with respect to fertilizer management this year? There has been a renewed focus on…

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Episode 308 - Battling BLV – Updates on Bovine Leukosis Virus in the UMN Herd - UMN Extension's The Moos Room 19:26

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In this episode of The Moos Room, Brad shares updates on the University of Minnesota’s ongoing work with bovine leukosis virus (BLV), a retrovirus that weakens the immune system, reduces production, and costs dairy farmers hundreds of dollars per cow each year. Brad walks through the latest herd testing results, where prevalence has held steady at …