Livestock Wala'au

Livestock Wala'au

Melelani Oshiro & Shannon Sand

Episodes 101
Avg. Duration 24m
Activity Highly Active
Since Apr 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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45%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to the Livestock Wala’au podcast. Brought to you by the Livestock Extension Group of the University of Hawaii Manoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources and the Center for Ag Profitability of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. A podcast aimed to provide educational support, information, guidance and outreach to livestock stakeholders in Hawaii and the rest of the U.S. Hosted by Extension Professionals Melelani Oshiro of UH Manoa CTAHR & Shannon Sand of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

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S5E6 LWP Mini S5 Ep 6: Workshops, Certifications, And Smarter Ag Leases Across Hawaii And Nebraska

Mar 01, 2026 7m Bonus Transcript

We share Hawaii and Nebraska program updates that help producers tighten animal care, processing know-how, soil health, and lease strategy. • ANCW regional and WIRED meetings in Hawaii with BQA…

S5E6 S5 Ep 6: Protecting Hawaii’s Farms From High-Risk Invaders

Feb 24, 2026 25m Transcript

Jamie Miller from OISC explains why early detection beats eradication and how biocontrol could change the game. We learn about practical ways to protect Hawaii’s ranches and farms from devilweed on…

S5E5 LWP Mini S5 Ep 5: Women In Ranching, Grazing Workshops, And Western Ag Events

Feb 01, 2026 4m Bonus Transcript

Quick updates on Hawaii and Western ag: WIRED and BQA in Hawaii, grazing for fuel reduction, Nebraska workshops on leases, budgeting, and Women in Ag, plus a preview of an invasive species guest. We…

S5E4 S5 Ep 04: Silvopasture In Hawaii For Resilient Herds

Jan 21, 2026 23m Transcript

Shade that actually pays for itself—this conversation digs into how silvopasture blends trees, forage, and livestock to reduce heat stress, build healthier soils, and diversify income in grazing…

S5E4 LWP Mini S5 Ep 4: January Updates For Livestock Producers

Jan 14, 2026 4m Bonus Transcript

A fast January briefing on what matters now: PQA training in Honolulu, Nebraska land lease workshops, a weaned calf risk webinar, and a preview of silvopasture with our Oahu livestock agent. We share…

S5E3 S5 Ep 03: Big Island Invasive Species Committee (BIISC): Risks, Responses, And Resources

Dec 16, 2025 34m Transcript

We talk with Franny Brewer of the Big Island Invasive Species Committee about how prevention, early detection, and community reporting protect Hawaii’s farms, forests, and neighborhoods. From port…

S5E3 LWP Mini S5 Ep 3: Monthly Livestock Updates From Hawaii & Nebraska

Dec 02, 2025 8m Bonus Transcript

A quick tour of the month’s livestock calendar spans Hawaii’s backyard poultry workshop, a statewide brand re-registration reminder, and Nebraska’s lineup of ag outlooks, tax updates, land lease…

S5E2 S5 Ep 02: Tools To Help Keep Small Ruminants Healthy

Nov 10, 2025 23m Transcript

We lay out a practical, year-round plan to manage internal parasites in sheep and goats using selective treatment, better pasture use, and simple records that prevent resistance. Barber pole worm…

S5E1 S5 Ep 01: How We Recruit, Onboard, And Keep Great Ag Employees

Oct 07, 2025 45m Transcript

We examine why hiring feels harder across agriculture and share a practical system to recruit, onboard, and retain employees on farms and ranches. We compare labor signals in Hawaii, Nebraska, and…

S5E2 LWP Mini S5 Ep2: October Highlights

Oct 03, 2025 13m Bonus Transcript

We share fast, practical updates producers can use now, from poultry health recordings and a five-part swine biosecurity series to finance tools, risk webinars, and a simple system to organize vital…

S5E1 LWP Mini S5 Ep1: Livestock News Roundup

Sep 02, 2025 16m Bonus Transcript

Mele and Shannon provide an update on essential concerns for producers and upcoming livestock events in Hawaii and Nebraska.• Three-day poultry basics webinar series (September 17-19) covering…

S4E12 S4 Ep12: From Mauka to Makai: How Wildfire Prevention Protects Hawaii's Ecosystem

Apr 14, 2025 25m Transcript

Elizabeth Pickett of Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization shares her 17-year journey from marine conservation to wildfire prevention, explaining how post-fire erosion damages coastal ecosystems…

S4E11 LWP Mini S4 Ep 11 -Livestock Updates: What's Happening This Month

Apr 01, 2025 5m Bonus Transcript

We share exciting updates from Hawaii and Nebraska in this quick mini-episode covering upcoming workshops, tax information, and educational opportunities for livestock stakeholders.• April 12:…

S4E11 S4 Ep11: From Pasture to Plate: Understanding Meat Quality Factors

Mar 10, 2025 36m Transcript

Dr. Lyda Garcia, Associate Professor and Extension Meat Specialist with The Ohio State University, shares her expertise on the science behind meat quality and how proper livestock management impacts…

S4E10 LWP Mini S4 Ep 10 - Upcoming Workshops & Updates

Mar 03, 2025 5m Bonus Transcript

Dive into this episode of Livestock Wala'au, where we uncover exciting updates, workshops, and insights to support your livestock management practices. Our hosts, Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand, will…

S4E10 S4 Ep 10 : Meet Yunuen Bustamante: Oahu's New Livestock Extension Agent

Feb 10, 2025 26m Transcript

Yunuen Bustamante is Oahu's newest extension agent, bringing a fresh perspective to Hawaii's livestock industry. Originally from Puebla, Mexico, her journey blends traditional wisdom with modern…

S4E9 S4 Ep9: From Non-Dedicated to Dedicated: How Hawaii's Agricultural Tax Changes Impact Your Farm

Jan 13, 2025 39m Transcript

Councilmember Heather Kimball details Hawaii County's agricultural tax program changes designed to prevent land speculation while supporting legitimate farmers and ranchers through targeted tax…

S4E8 S4 Ep 08 - Safeguarding Herds: Biosecurity Strategies with Dr. Julia Herman

Dec 11, 2024 37m Transcript

What if there were simple steps you could take to safeguard your herd and secure food supplies from devastating diseases? Join us as Dr. Julia Herman, a respected beef cattle specialist veterinarian…

S4E8 LWP Mini S4 Ep8: Hawaii & West Upcoming Programs

Dec 02, 2024 6m Bonus Transcript

What if a name change could redefine a mission? Join us on this episode of Livestock Walaʻau, where hosts Mele Oshiro and Shannon Sand share the exciting news about the University of Hawaii's College…

S4E7 S4 Ep 07 - Exploring Hawaii's Grasslands: Kevin Faccenda and the Hawaii Grass Atlas

Nov 21, 2024 25m Transcript

Curious about the hidden dynamics of Hawaii’s grasslands? Join us as we speak with Kevin Basienda, a passionate graduate researcher from the University of Hawaii, who has embarked on a mission to map…

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Livestock Wala'au has published 101 episodes since April 2021, covering topics in Business, Education.

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