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Self Driving Feed Trucks and Precision Cattle Feeding with Jacob Hansen of ALA Engineering

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You may have heard of a robotaxi... but have you heard of a robo feed truck--a self-driving feed truck? In this episode of Sustaining the Herd, Andrew and Brock sit down with Jacob Hansen of ALA Engineering. In the words of Jacob, he feeds cattle—but not as a cattle feeder in the traditional sense. ALA Engineering feeds cattle with their self-driving feed truck that they're currently bringing to market. Jacob talks about how the self-driving feed truck first came to be. He also gives a glimpse into the future of precision cattle feeding. Buckle up and tune in for a fun ride in Episode 28!

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Self Driving Feed Trucks and Precision Cattle Feeding with Jacob Hansen of ALA Engineering

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You may have heard of a robotaxi... but have you heard of a robo feed truck--a self-driving feed truck? In this episode of Sustaining the Herd, Andrew and Brock sit down with Jacob Hansen of ALA Engineering. In the words of Jacob, he feeds cattle—but not as a cattle feeder in the traditional sense. ALA Engineering feeds cattle with their self-driving feed truck that they're currently bringing to market. Jacob talks about how the self-driving feed truck first came to be. He also gives a glimpse into the future of precision cattle feeding. Buckle up and tune in for a fun ride in Episode 28!

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Verifying Sustainability with Doug Stanton 35:45

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Interested in knowing if the food you eat is sustainably produced and how sustainable production is verified? Are you a food producer looking to verify your production practices in order to access new markets and increase profitability? Andrew and Brock dig into these topics and more when they sit down with Doug Stanton of IMI Global and Where Food Comes From to discuss how sustainability claims and agricultural production practices are verified. Doug and his team work with stakeholders across the agricultural supply chain to help producers add value to their products while also giving consumers confidence in the food they're buying. This is yet another aspect of sustainability that we're excited to explore on Sustaining The Herd. Tune in for the full conversation!…

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Settling the Debate on Settleables: What’s Filling My Digester? 37:28

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An anaerobic digester project developer’s worst nightmare—tanks filled with sand. But is it only sand that settles in digesters? Sand bedding on dairies is an easy target when it comes to digester tanks filled with sand, but there are other settleable particles in manure—some inorganic, some organic. In Episode 29 of Sustaining the Herd, Brock quizzes Andrew on sources of settleable material in manure, their respective quantities, and what to do about them. Andrew discusses mixing and agitation, as well as separation strategies and the future of sand handling in digesters.…

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Self Driving Feed Trucks and Precision Cattle Feeding with Jacob Hansen of ALA Engineering 40:49

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You may have heard of a robotaxi... but have you heard of a robo feed truck--a self-driving feed truck? In this episode of Sustaining the Herd, Andrew and Brock sit down with Jacob Hansen of ALA Engineering. In the words of Jacob, he feeds cattle—but not as a cattle feeder in the traditional sense. ALA Engineering feeds cattle with their self-driving feed truck that they're currently bringing to market. Jacob talks about how the self-driving feed truck first came to be. He also gives a glimpse into the future of precision cattle feeding. Buckle up and tune in for a fun ride in Episode 28!…

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Myths of Manure Liquid-Solid Separation 39:38

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Total solids, dissolved solids, total dissolved solids, bedding quality solids, not bedding quality solids—there are a lot of things to consider when selecting a solids separation system. In this episode of Sustaining the Herd, Andrew is in the guest chair and is questioned by Brock on the nuances and intricacies of solids separation. Andrew first lays the foundation as he helps us understand manure composition before jumping into separation. Then he and Brock delve into what separation is and what it is not as they "bust the myths" of solids separation. Finally, they look ahead to the future of manure separation systems. Considering a solids separation system? Hit that "listen" button and tune into the conversation!…

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Over the Road Trucking Powered by Renewable Natural Gas, with Cummins Inc. 50:41

14 weeks ago50:41

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Buckle up for this high-octane episode about the role of renewable natural gas in the transportation market. Andrew and Brock are joined by David King and Tom Quimby from Cummins Inc. to talk about all things at the intersection of RNG and transportation. David is the Product Manager for the Cummins North American On-Highway natural gas engine portfolio, and Tom is a freelance journalist who covers on-highway stories for Cummins Inc. In this episode, David and Tom share about the industry-first X15N 15-liter RNG engine offered by Cummins, in addition to many other trends and observations from across the industry. To learn more, visit the Cummins Natural Gas Engines website: https://www.cummins.com/engines/natural-gas . Tune in to the full episode for a wild ride as we discuss RNG and transportation!…

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Industry Update: State of the Biogas Industry and Manure Management on Roller Compacted Concrete in Feedyards 45:38

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Andrew and Brock give their perspectives on what’s new in the world of RNG and feedlot manure management. They touch on the impact of the recent change in administration and then they switch gears to discuss insights on manure management on roller compacted concrete in feedyards - also known as RCC - and how RCC is being utilized in the beef cattle industry. Tune in for this can't-miss episode to gain some valuable insight!…

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Part 2: Innovation and Sustainability in Cattle Feeding with John Schroeder 40:23

18 weeks ago40:23

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What does it mean for beef cattle production to be sustainable? Does a feedlot look and operate the same today as it did 25 years ago? Join Andrew and Brock as they once again sit down with John Schroeder of Darr feedlot for a lively discussion. John, a cattle feeder from Cozad, NE, passionately shares how he and his team at Darr Feedlot work every day to produce beef in a safe, ethical, and sustainable way. The discussion takes a few twists and turns into topics such as cover crops, manure management, innovative pen surfaces, and stewardship throughout it all. Check out this insightful discussion that will keep you on the edge of your seat by tuning in to Episode 21 of Sustaining The Herd!…

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Part 1: Cattle Feeding with John Schroeder 39:42

20 weeks ago39:42

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What is cattle feeding? How does the beef supply chain work? Andrew and Brock sit down with John Schroeder of Darr Feedlot to answer these questions and many more. John is an industry leader and passionate producer from Cozad, NE who cares about sustainably producing high-quality beef for consumers to enjoy. In this episode, John lays the groundwork to help our audience understand the cattle feeding industry and how it fits into the greater beef supply chain. Tune in to the full episode for a conversation you won't want to miss! Also, stay tuned for Part 2 with John in Episode 21 of Sustaining the Herd!…

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Hispanic Labor in Agriculture with Katie Dotterer of AgvoKate 47:50

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Did you know that 78% of agricultural workers in the US are Hispanic? To kick off season 2 of Sustaining the Herd, Andrew and Brock sit down with Katie Dotterer of AgvoKate to discuss immigrant labor in the US agriculture industry. Katie, a former dairy farmer herself, works with agricultural producers to teach language courses and overcome cultural barriers between owners/managers and Hispanic laborers to make the industry better for all. Check out the full episode to join this worthwhile conversation!…

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Sustaining The Herd: A Year in Review 42:43

26 weeks ago42:43

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Episode 18 looks back at the first 17 episodes of Sustaining The Herd. Join Andrew and Brock as they recap the highlights from Season 1, episode-by-episode. Want to learn more about an episode or new to Sustaining the Herd? Jump to the episodes that interest you the most. Settje Agri-Services and Engineering would like to say thank you our guests and listeners for being part of "The Herd" in Season 1. We look forward to Season 2 , which will debut on January 8th. Season Index: E1: Welcome to the Herd E2: American Biogas Council Executive Director Patrick Serfass Joins the Herd E3: Animal Feed and Sustainability — Lara Moody, P.E. Joins the Herd E4: LIVE! From Biogas Americas in Savannah, Georgia E5: Environmental Attorney David Crass Joins The Herd E6: ABC's of Getting Paid for Biogas E7: Anna Kobza Joins The Herd E8: Compliance and Nutrient Management - Travis Caspersen and Nick Maaske E9: Manure Management for Digester Developers 101: Water, Hoof Blocks, and Neck Chains E10: All Things Hoof Health With Karl Burgi E11: Zach Settje Joins The Herd E12: Unlocking the Transportation Market for Renewable Natural Gas with Charles Love of Trillium E13: Mark Fahleson: A Trusted Advisor E14: Zoning and Permitting - Travis Caspersen and Nick Maaske E15: LIVE from Business of Biogas with Dairy Producer, Lynn Boadwine E16: Myriah Johnson Joins the Herd E17: Manure Management and Worm Farming with Jim Wallace of BioFiltro…

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Manure Management and Worm Farming with Jim Wallace of BioFiltro 40:57

28 weeks ago40:57

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We really "dig in" to the details in this episode of Sustaining The Herd—treating animal manure with worm farming, otherwise known as vermiculture. Andrew and Brock sit down with Jim Wallace of BioFiltro to discuss the many manure treatment options for producers to consider with a particular focus on vermiculture. Jim shares some interesting insights when it comes to the process of worm farming, the benefits, as well as BioFiltro’s unique business model. Tune in to the full episode to learn more—this is one you won't want to miss!…

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Myriah Johnson Joins the Herd 40:33

30 weeks ago40:33

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Have you ever wondered how an agricultural lending institution approaches sustainability? Well, if you have, you're in luck! And if you haven't, you're still in for a great episode! Andrew and Brock sit down with Myriah Johnson, who is the VP of Corporate Sustainability with Farm Credit Services of America, Frontier Farm Credit, and Ag Country Farm Credit Services. We dive into how the Farm Credit System differs from other commercial lending institutions and then jump into how Myriah and her team take a customer-driven approach when it comes to matters of sustainability. Andrew and Brock ask about what types of sustainability-related projects might be financed and Myriah offers some examples. Finally, the conversation turns to a critically important (and sometimes overlooked) aspect of sustainability - profitability. Join The Herd for the full episode to learn more from this insightful conversation!…

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