Join our host as she interviews producers, industry representatives, and Penn State Extension professionals about current topics that affect livestock producers. Topics include general care, health, nutrition, breeding, milking, and marketing. The Barnyard Broadcast also includes a monthly market update so producers can stay current on state and national trends.
Episode 2.6: A Producer's Guide to USDA Resources and Opportunities
Hello everyone, and thank you for tuning in to the Barnyard Broadcast! We're excited to welcome Michael Sherman, the newest member of the Penn State Extension Livestock Team. In today's episode, Michael discusses USDA and FSA programs available to farmers, including how to find these opportunities, navigate the application process, and what producers can expect when utilizing these resources. We hope you enjoy the conversation! Michael Sherman Information Farm Storage Facility Loan Farm...
28 Aug 2026
The Research Update: Alli Jobe and Cow Efficiency
Hello everyone! Thank you for tuning into the Barnyard Broadcast! This is another installment of the Research Update. The focus of these episodes is to highlight the research being done at Penn State! Today, we have Alli Jobe to talk about her graduate research, which focused on beef cow production efficiency and maternal trait selection in Angus cattle. Stay for the whole episode to learn about an amazing new SURPRISE! Beef Cattle Short Course Extension Beef Cattle Home Page Please kee...
18 Jun 2026
Episode 2.4: Let’s Get Real About New World Screwworm
Hello everyone! Thank you for tuning into the Barnyard Broadcast! In light of recent events, I have decided to do an episode on emerging issues, specifically the New World Screwworm. I hope this episode can provide education for everyone about the recent New World Screwworm outbreak. Thankfully, I have on the episode today Dr. Erika Machtinger and Dr. Tara Felix! Please see their bios and helpful resources below for more information about the New World Screwworm. Please keep an eye out for ou...
20 May 2026
Episode 2.3: Meat the Market
Hello everyone! Thank you for tuning into the Barnyard Broadcast! We were so lucky to have a few producers on for this episode to talk about how they sell retail or wholesale meat! The producers were Jason Scott from Scott’s Roasting, Jodi Gauker from Gauker Farms, and Rob Hess from Bow Creek Farm. Please check out their bios below! As always, if you have any questions about selling retail or wholesale meat or any other livestock topic, please reach out to your local livestock educator or vis...
9 Apr 2026
Episode 2.2: Market Minute with Mattie: April Update
Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It will give listeners an overview of the late March, early April numbers and insights into the current markets. If you want to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! As always, please get in touch with your local Penn State Extension Livestock educator or visit our website at extension.psu.edu. Thank you for joining ...
22 Jan 2026
The Research Update: Ingrid L. B. Fernandes and Dr. Tara Felix
Welcome back to a new season of the Barnyard Broadcast, which is Penn State Extension Livestock Team’s podcast! We are celebrating the new season with a brand-new segment titled the Research Update. The focus of this segment is to bring the research that is being done at Penn State University Park to all our livestock producers. Join us as well, interview the people behind the research, and hear all about their hard work! Our first Research Update will focus on the research being done by Dr. ...
29 Oct 2025
Episode 1.13: Market Minute with Mattie: October Update
Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It will provide listeners with an overview of the end-of-October numbers and insights into the current markets. If you want to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! As always, please contact your local Penn State Extension Livestock educator or visit our website at extension.psu.edu. Thank you for joining me for this...
10 Sept 2025
Episode 1.12: Market Minute with Mattie: September Update
Mattie provides a September market update, offering insights into current agricultural numbers and trends for listeners.
27 Aug 2025
Episode 1.11: The Grazing Game: Winning with Forages
Host [Host Name] interviews Gabe Francisco, Erin Cuprinka, and Justin Brackenrich about mastering forages and pasture management for livestock success.
6 Aug 2025
Episode 1.10: Market Minute with Mattie: August Update
Mattie provides a market update, sharing insights on late July numbers and current market trends for listeners.
23 Jul 2025
Episode 1.9: The Manure Equation: Balancing Productivity and Management
Drs. Bob Mikesell, Robb Meinen, and Brady Seely explore manure and odor management practices, highlighting their importance for productive farm operations in this interview episode.
18 Jun 2025
Episode 1.8: The Biosecurity Breakdown
Genevieve Christ, Hannah Walters, and Craig Williams explore the multifaceted aspects of biosecurity, encompassing animals, people, and various elements, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of its principles in this interview.
4 Jun 2025
Episode 1.7: Market Minute with Mattie: June Update
Mattie delivers a market minute, providing listeners with an overview of the beginning of June numbers and insights into the current markets.
21 May 2025
Episode 1.6: Fighting Parasites with Knowledge
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the Barnyard Broadcast! Today's episode focuses on parasites, which can be a large problem within our small ruminant herds. I am excited to have in this episode three professionals who have years of experience in parasitology! We are delighted to have on the podcast Melanie Barkley, Dr. Scott Bowdrige, and Dr. Robert Van Saun! Please check out their bios below! As always, if you have any questions about parasites or any other livestock topic, please reach...
7 May 2025
Episode 1.5: Market Minute with Mattie: May Update
Hello everyone! Welcome to another installment of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It will give listeners an overview of the beginning of May numbers and insights into the current markets. If you want to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! As always, please get in touch with your local Penn State Extension Livestock educator or head over to our website at extension.psu.edu. Thank you for join...
23 Apr 2025
Episode 1.4: Managing the Calving Season: Tools, Timing, and Tips
Hello everyone! Thank you for tuning into the Barnyard Broadcast! This is the first of many panelist style interviews that will be done. This episode focuses on calving which is an exciting but stressful time of year. I am excited to have on this episode three professionals who have spent a large part of their life dedicated to cattle production, research and education! We are delighted to have on the podcast Dustin Heeter, Dr. Adrian Barragan, and Cheryl Fairburn! Please check ou...
10 Apr 2025
Episode 1.3: Market Minute with Mattie: What is a tariff and why does it matter?
Hello everyone! Welcome to the second installment of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. In this episode, I will dive into the topic of tariffs and how that can affect agricultural markets. If you would like to access the websites and articles referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! You can also access any updated market reports at the USDA Market News website. As always please reach out to your local Penn State Exten...
26 Mar 2025
Episode 1.2: Market Minute with Mattie: March Update
Hello everyone! Welcome to the first installment of The Market Minute with Mattie! These episodes are smaller segments of the Barnyard Broadcast. It is meant to give listeners an overview of the beginning of March numbers and insights into the current markets. If you would like to access the reports referenced in this episode, please visit the links below! As always please reach out to your local Penn State Extension Livestock educator or head over to our website at extension.psu.edu. Thank y...
12 Mar 2025
Episode 1.1: Welcome to the Barnyard Broadcast
Hello everyone and welcome to the first ever episode of The Barnyard Broadcast brought to you by Penn State Extensions livestock team! In this episode our host, Mattie Horchler, introduces a few members of the livestock team and takes the time to explain Penn State Extensions mission! The Barnyard Broadcast will post episodes on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month. On March 26th tune back in to listen to the first installment of the Market Minute with Mattie. Thank you for listening! Lin...
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