Podcast Episodes

Cow Comfort

Season 1 Episode 18

In this episode, Mike Donaldson discuss the critical importance of cow comfort in dairy farming with expert Chris Keane from Promat (www.promatinc.co…

1 year ago

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Special Edition: Goal Setting

Season 1 Episode 17

In this episode, Mike Donaldson discusses the importance of goal setting with Shawn Mennenga, who shares his unique perspective on achieving goals th…

1 year, 1 month ago

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Robot Milking (part 2)

Season 1 Episode 16

In this conversation, Mike and Parker Snider delve into the intricacies of robotic milking systems, discussing the differences between free flow and …

1 year, 1 month ago

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Special Edition: Are You Ready for Summer?

Season 1 Episode 15

 In this episode, Mike Donaldson discusses the critical issue of heat stress in dairy cows with expert Don Sanders. They explore the signs of heat st…

1 year, 1 month ago

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Robot Milking (part 1)

Season 1 Episode 14

In this episode, Mike Donaldson discusses the advancements in robotic milking technology with Parker Snider from Agri-King. They explore the evolutio…

1 year, 1 month ago

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2025 Hay Outlook

Season 1 Episode 13

In this episode of AK Podcasts, Mike Donaldson engages with Brett Mortenson, a Regional Manager at Agri-King, to discuss the intricacies of commercia…

1 year, 2 months ago

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2025 Forage Outlook

Season 1 Episode 12

In this episode, Mike Donaldson discusses the importance of effective forage management with Jason Alsum, Agri-King's Director of Silo King. They exp…

1 year, 2 months ago

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Deworming and Fly Control

Season 1 Episode 11

In this episode, Mike Donaldson discusses the challenges of managing flies and worms in livestock care with Dr. Adrian Baker. They explore the econom…

1 year, 2 months ago

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Energy from Fats in a Ruminant Diet

Season 1 Episode 10

In this episode of AK Podcasts, Mike Donaldson discuss the critical role of fats in dairy cattle nutrition with Dr. Dave Jones. They explore the sign…

1 year, 3 months ago

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Energy from Carbohydrates in a Ruminant Diet

Season 1 Episode 9

In this episode of the AK Podcast, Mike Donaldson and Grace Thomas discuss the intricacies of ruminant nutrition, focusing on the role of carbohydrat…

1 year, 3 months ago

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