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The Advocator Podcast features informational and entertaining episodes for livestock producers and those in the ag industry. Form-A-Feed embraces its role as a leader in the industry by providing this resource to help livestock producers overcome challenges and run successful operations.

  1. Oct 22

    The Emerging Demand and Markets for Hemp

    To stay ahead of the game, farmers continually consider diversification options and opportunities. Industrial hemp is emerging an emerging industry that is gaining attention. Steve and Dawson Vonk, co-founders of HempAgra from Rock Valley, Iowa, join the program today to provide a better understanding of how the crop is grown, what happens to it after it leaves the field, and the potential it may hold for farmers, rural communities and entirely new agricultural markets.

  2. Oct 15

    Efficiency Equals Hidden Dairy Profit

    Facing tight margins, labor challenges, and constant pressure to improve production, dairy producers can be tempted to look at capital investments to gain an edge. On the show today, Form-A-Feed Technical Services Specialist Mario Flores helps us examine how small inefficiencies can reduce production and profitability, and how practical management improvements are the keys to unlocking hidden dairy profit.

  3. Sep 24

    Adding Value to Your Calves

    With the goal of producing a healthy calf that is prepared for the next stage of production and attractive to buyers, producers can employ practices and management decisions that add value and make economic sense.

  4. Aug 20

    What Every New Chicken Owner Should Know Before Bringing Home Their First Birds

    Fresh eggs, colorful hens, and the satisfaction of raising your own flock have made backyard chickens more popular than ever. But while getting started can be exciting, it also comes with a learning curve. From selecting the right breed to building the proper coop and protecting birds from predators, there are several important decisions to make before those first chicks ever arrive. Today we're visiting with Connor Padgett, Monogastric Nutritionist with Form-A-Feed to discuss what every first-time flock owner should know, common mistakes to avoid, and how to set yourself—and your birds—up for success.

  5. Aug 6

    Avian Metapneumovirus

    While metapneumovirus has been a challenge in recent years, there are treatments available to help lower the virus load or eliminate it.

  6. Jul 24

    Managing Internal Parasites to Optimize the Genetic Potential of Your Cattle Herd

    On the Sioux Nation Podcast today, we are doubling down on deworming practices. The process of deworming livestock can be traced to the 1800's. Yet new findings presented by Dr. Joe Dedrickson of Huvepharma are showing the positive results of doubling up to improve efficacy and avoid resistance.

  7. Jul 10

    Help Your Cattle Avoid Heat Stress

    The Midwest is definitely feeling the heat, prompting extra concern about heat stress and dehydration. Allison VanDerWal, a nutritional Formulation Specialist with Form-A-Feed, talks about these issues and what cattle producers can do to minimize risk.

  8. Jun 23

    SDS-PAGE and Protease Efficiency

    This episode of the Sioux Nation Podcast features Dr. Seth Monegue, Technical Service Manager for CBS Bio Platforms, who explains how SDS-PAGE can be used to determine protease efficiency.

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The Advocator Podcast features informational and entertaining episodes for livestock producers and those in the ag industry. Form-A-Feed embraces its role as a leader in the industry by providing this resource to help livestock producers overcome challenges and run successful operations.

Information

  • Creator
    Form-A-Feed
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    235
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Advocator
  • Show Website
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