Feb 24, 2026
- Fins, Fur and Feathers: Pond Health and Safety
- Bull Selection and K-State Legacy Sale
- Calving Heat-Stressed Cows
00:01:05 – Fins, Fur and Feathers: Pond Health and Safety: The show starts with Drew Ricketts and Joe Gerken with part of a Fins, Fur and Feathers podcast episode where they converse about pond health, quality and structure for livestock.
00:12:05 – Bull Selection and K-State Legacy Sale: Jason Warner and Christian Magana continue the show explaining components of bull selection and what makes K-State's Legacy Bull and Female Sale unique and educational.
00:23:05
– Calving Heat-Stressed
Cows: K-State dairy specialist Mike Brouk ends the show
discussing what happens with calves born to heat-stressed cows. He
says they are typically about 10 pounds lighter, have a lighter
weaning weight and longevity is reduced.
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