Episode 24: Artificial Intelligence in your Poultry Barn
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🐔💻 Poultry farming meets artificial intelligence! 🎧 Listen now and see what’s possible. In this episode, I sat down with David Speller from @OptiFarm to talk about how artificial intelligence is already changing barns around the world — and what it could mean for your farm. We discuss how to get started, and what it can actually do for you. After this you will not only know more about aritifical intelligence, you will understand how it can integrate to make you great! Better bird health, faster decisions, more efficiency... the future is here. 🔥 Do you still want more? To find...
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Episode 23: Managing Manure, Maximizing Potential
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In this episode we will explore poultry manure insights with Christine Brown. She is the Sustainability Specialist – Field Crops, Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA). We will discuss what makes poultry manure unique, and the strategies that will sult in the best use as well as profitability of your nutrients. You may want to check out the , as well as the to help calculate the value of your black gold! Manure Monday webinars are posted online by Field Crop News. There is one that directly addresses poultry, and could be a great place to...
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Episode 22: Managing Deadstock
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In this epsidoe we will discuss the methods of deadstock management. Key themes will include the importancce of proper deadstock management, common deadstock disposal methods, and biosecurity best practices. Guest speakers include Al Dam, and Dan Ward from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. Al is the Provincial Poultry Specialist, and Dan is the Agricultural Engineer. They will discuss the methods, and techniques of each method, as well as what you might need to be prepared to manage if you are choosing to invest in a particular method. They will use their...
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Episode 21: Cultivating Wellness A Conversation with the Canadian Mental Health Association on Agriculture Wellness Ontario
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Tom Lewis and Charlotte Wall interview Michelle deNijs, from the Canadian Mental Health Association The agricultural community plays a vital role in ensuring Ontario has a healthy economy and local food security – supporting the well-being of all Ontarians. Their programs are tailored specifically for the Ontario agricultural community to provide for their well-being as well. Listen to their podcast to find out how you can access resources, and support your community. For more details check out their website: To speak with Michelle, feel free to contact her at:
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Episode 20: Farm Management Canada, Farm Transition Appreciation Day!
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In this episode of In the Coop, we will talk about the business that keeps the operation moving! Farm Management Canada's Executive Director; Heather Watson, will share her experience and expertise. How Farm Management Canada has grown to support Canadian agriculture navigating challenges with resources and programs. The conversation will focus on collaboration, the future of farming and feature an annual event celebrating family farms. Farm transition appreciation day helps families begin the new year with a united plan and shared goals. We hope you enjoy this episode.
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Episode 19: Ventilation
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This episode covers all things ventilation for a poultry barn. Our guest speakers is Bob Swayze. He is a poultry sales representative at Wallenstein Feed and Supply with a dynamic history in the industry. Bob is passionate about continuous learning, and has spent considerable time focused on ventilation. Bob shares what he has learned from the types of ventilation and how the size and design of barns can impact the results. He will dive into how technology has evolved to offer us more information and insight into managing your bans for optimal success!
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Do chicks like a cool drink during brooding?
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Dr. Susan Watkins, University of Arkansas shares with us, what the research shows at three different water temperatures during brooding. What temperature do you think showed the highest weight gains by the end of the study. The answer may surprise you.
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Dr. Doug Korver, University of Alberta; Making the transition from research trials to field application
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Hear what it takes to move research into the barn from Dr. Doug Korver of University of Alberta. Originally recorded during the Research Impacts webinar 2020.
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Episode 17: In The Coop: Gut Health Research with Dr. Lisa Bielke
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We sit down with Dr. Lisa Bielke, a Poultry Enteric Health Researcher, from Ohio State University. Her main focus is on gut health but as you listen to this episode you'll realize that bacteria may be introduced through the gut but they don't always stay put and this can have major impacts on your flock's well being.
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Episode 16.5: In The Coop: Laws of Flaws, A Closer Look at Sanitation and Making Your Coop a Safe Space
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Dr.Scott Gillingham gives advice on how to keep your coop a clean and safe place for your flock from predators you can and can't see.
info_outlineIn The Coop will be featuring Dr.Scott Gillingham's FLAWS podcast. Today we dive into what FLAWS stands for and its importance to poultry husbandry no matter your flock size. Stay tuned for the 5 Laws of FLAWS episodes!
If you're a visual learner you can sign up for the e-modules regarding FLAWS. These comprehensive videos are easy to understand lessons on taking care of small flocks. These e-modules can be found at ichicken.ca