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American Sheep Industry

American Sheep Industry
Caseous Lymphadenitis
New World Screwworm
Wool Testing
New Zealand
Crossbreeding
Sheep
Vaccination
USDA
United States
Artificial Insemination (AI)
Heterosis
Maternal Traits
Embryo Transfer (ET)
Bacterial Culture
Serology
Terminal Sire
Rotational Crossbreeding
Darien Gap
Screwworm Barrier Maintenance Program
COPEG

Podcast by American Sheep Industry

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes136Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Flushing Ewes: Nutrition and Reproductive Success Dr. Richard Ehrhardt Michigan State University

Soil Health & Grazing Systems Dr. Alan Franzluebbers USDA Agricultural Research Service

Nutritional Disorders – White Muscle Disease with Dr. Whit Stewart, University of Wyoming

A Look into AI and Embryo Transfers – Part II with Dr. Daniel Poole, North Carolina State University

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Recent Guests

Whit Stewart
Associate professor and extension sheep specialist
University of Wyoming
Episode: ASI Research Update: Nutritional Disorders – White Muscle Disease
Daniel Poole
Professor at North Carolina State University, expert in small ruminant reproduction
North Carolina State University
Episode: ASI Research Update: A Look into AI and Embryo Transfers – Part II with Dr. Daniel Poole
Dr. Richard Ehrhardt
Small ruminant extension specialist
Michigan State University
Episode: ASI Research Update: Nutritional Disorders – Polio with Dr. Richard Ehrhardt
Macy Collins
MSU Wool Lab researcher
Montana State University Wool Lab
Episode: ASI Research Update: U.S. Wool Labs: Research Update with Sarah Linton & Ethan Pope, Bill Sims
Sarah Linton
Laboratory researcher
Bill Sims Wool and Mohair Laboratory, Texas A&M San Angelo
Episode: ASI Research Update: U.S. Wool Labs: Research Update with Sarah Linton & Ethan Pope, Bill Sims
Ethan Pope
Lab coordinator
Bill Sims Wool and Mohair Laboratory, Texas A&M San Angelo
Episode: ASI Research Update: U.S. Wool Labs: Research Update with Sarah Linton & Ethan Pope, Bill Sims
Rosemary Sifford
USDA Chief Veterinary Officer
USDA
Episode: ASI Research Update: New World Screwworm – Overview and Update with Dr. Rosemary Sifford
Scott Greiner
Professor and extension beef and sheep specialist at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech
Episode: ASI Research Update: The Benefits of Crossbreeding with Dr. Scott Greiner
Claire Burbick
Associate professor and bacteriology section head at the Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory
Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory / Washington State University
Episode: ASI Research Update: Caseous Lymphadenitis, Better Known as CL with Claire Burbick, DVM, PhD

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Jake Thorne
Host of the Research Update Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Podcast Review !!

    Really great podcast!

    As a new farmer with a small flock of sheep, listening to podcasts to expand my knowledge with sheep is something I enjoyn

    When I found this podcast, I became addicted to listening.

    This is definitely one of my favourites, and so much fun and informative episodes. Eacch and every one has helped me learn so much, and I feel smarter after listening to each episode.

    Definitely recommend listening! ☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kamden Bartman
    Canada5 years ago

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The show is helpful for veterinarians and extension educators seeking updates and new ideas.
Listeners praise the practical, science-backed guidance for real-world flock management.
Guest expertise is consistently relevant to current industry challenges.
Producers value the actionable takeaways on nutrition, reproduction, and disease control.

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#228
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ASI Research Update: The Benefits of Crossbreeding with Dr. Scott Greiner
Q: What should a new producer do to get started with crossbreeding?
Start by selecting breeds that fit the environment and market, then focus on within-breed ram selection to maximize genetic quality. Keep good records to measure fertility, lambing rates, weaning weights, and market performance, and use those metrics to judge progress. Start simple with a couple of breeds, maintain manageable flock structure, and gradually expand if feasible.
ASI Research Update: A Look into AI and Embryo Transfers – Part II with Dr. Daniel Poole
Q: What would a future ideal sheep AI system look like in terms of cost, labor, and success rate?
An ideal system would balance cost and labor with high success rates and broad accessibility, but the host concedes that due to the diversity of production systems, a single perfect model may not exist; instead, customization and regional adaptation are likely essential.
ASI Research Update: A Look into AI and Embryo Transfers – Part II with Dr. Daniel Poole
Q: When should a producer consider ET rather than sticking with AI, and what are the practical advantages?
ET is typically the next level after successful AI, allowing rapid expansion of superior donor females and enabling use of MOET or IVF to create more embryos; it's best pursued when a flock has identified superior females and the operation can manage the labor and costs involved.
ASI Research Update: A Look into AI and Embryo Transfers – Part II with Dr. Daniel Poole
Q: What are the biggest factors in AI success, from semen quality to technician skill, and how do they interact?
Success is multifaceted, with semen quality (morphology and motility) being foundational, followed by adequate sperm concentration; technician skill is important but not the sole determinant, and the female's condition (breed, nutrition, environment) plays a substantial role in reproductive outcomes.
ASI Research Update: A Look into AI and Embryo Transfers – Part II with Dr. Daniel Poole
Q: Could you walk us through the AI process at a high level, without getting into exact dosages, so listeners understand the flow from start to insemination day?
The process centers on controlling the ewe's reproductive cycle using a cedar insert for 10 days, followed by removal and an injection to ensure estrus occurs within about 48 hours, after which insemination is planned around 60 hours post-cedar removal; this requires handling at key points but provides a structured path to synchronized ovulation.

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This show leans into practical sheep production, health, and management, featuring expert guests from universities, extension services, and public agencies. Episodes regularly cover nutrition, reproduction, herd health, genetic improvement, and industry infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on actionable takeaways for producers, veterinarians, and consultants. Noteworthy are the collaboration-heavy discussions on lab testing, cross-border disease control, and international practices that producers can adapt to U.S. operations. The format tends to blend science-backed guidance with real-world application, making it a solid resource for improving flock performance and decision-making across the industry.

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Recent guests on American Sheep Industry include:

1. Whit Stewart
2. Daniel Poole
3. Dr. Richard Ehrhardt
4. Macy Collins
5. Sarah Linton
6. Ethan Pope
7. Rosemary Sifford
8. Scott Greiner

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