Best Aquifer Podcasts (2024)

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Live at the Fair: Jeff French

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We begin our 50th season this week and will be taking our celebration to the streets several times this year. Jeff French joins us at the Iowa State Fair for a discussion about his debut on Market to Market.By Iowa PBS

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Mike Naig rides the golf cart again to talk agriculture

8d ago

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Last year's Iowa State Fair conversation with Mike Naig was eventful for a turn Paul did. We clear the air on the incident and get down to business of HPAI in poultry and dairy, lower commodity prices and economic concerns in this conversation.By Iowa PBS

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Bats! 29:32

12h ago29:32

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Bats can be fascinating, frustrating, valuable, and spooky all at the same time. Join Drew and Joe as they discuss bat ecology, conservation concerns, disease risk, and steps to take if bats are entering your home or other buildings. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enter…

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#80, Maria-Elena Giner - U.S. and Mexico Water Management 57:04

7d ago57:04

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water, talks with Dr. Maria-Elena Giner, P.E., United States Commissioner of the International Boundary and Water Commission (IBWC), about managing the water treaties between the U.S. and Mexico. Appointed by President Joe Biden in August 2021, Dr. Giner is th…

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Sisters bond over agriculture - write book to educate on the ABCs of Corn - Tony Thelen

11d ago

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Tony Thelen’s mom and two aunts set out to offer an educational journey through the alphabet, focusing on corn and farm life.By Iowa PBS

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Land holds on to value despite economic challenges - Tom Schutter #907

15d ago

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Land prices are proving to be resilient despite economic challenges from the impact of elevated interest rates along with other headwinds like inflation and lower commodity prices. There is still value out there according to Tom Schutter, area sales manager for Farmers National Company.By Iowa PBS

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Summer Pond Management 22:21

14d ago22:21

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Summer is a great time of year to enjoy your pond but the warmer temperatures and increased sunlight can result in oxygen fluctuations and excessive plant growth. Join Drew and Joe as they discuss how pond ecology changes in warmer months, how animals in the pond react to these changes, and what management strategies you can implement to help ensur…

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#79 - Aaron Wolf, Water Conflict Management 39:34

15d ago39:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water, talks with Aaron Wolf, a Geography Professor at Oregon State University and trained mediator/facilitator, about managing and resolving water conflicts. Wolf directs the Program in Water Conflict Management and Transformation at Oregon State University, …

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HPAI connection made in Iowa State University research

26d ago

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Iowa State University researchers Dr. Todd Bell and Dr. Rahul Nelli discuss their findings on how the avian flu virus is able to infect bovine mammary tissue, exploring the role of cellular receptors and the potential implications for animal and public health.By Iowa PBS

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Windows vastly different for producers in Nebraska and Michigan

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Our midseason checking with producers Bryan Pippitt in Nebraska and Donald Oesterle in Michigan share the fact they’ve had adequate moisture.By Iowa PBS

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Invasive Plant Management 29:07

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Invasive plants outcompete native vegetation, destroying habitat for many species of wildlife, degrading native ecosystems, and reducing agricultural productivity. Join us as we discuss strategies and important considerations for invasive plant management. Resources discussed in this episode: KSRE Chemical Weed Control Guide: https://bookstore.ksre…

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Minnesota is now the land of 60,000 lakes after spring, summer rains - Brian Thalmann

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Minnesota does have an easy nickname to use here, but the road ahead is hard for farmers in the state.By Iowa PBS

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#78 - Sam Hermitte, Texas Water Data 51:23

1M ago51:23

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water, talks with Sam Marie Hermitte, Assistant Deputy Executive Administrator of Water Science and Conservation for the Texas Water Development Board, about utilizing data to support water management and conservation. Her responsibilities at the Texas Water D…

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A quick change in rainfall totals reinforces the changing tides of farming - Kelly Nieuwenhuis

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Kelly Nieuwenhuis has farmed in five decades and this rainfall near his Primghar, Iowa farm reminds him of some noteworthy years of 1983, 1993, 2011, 2018 and 2019.By Iowa PBS

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Turtles: Ecology, Management, and More! 25:22

2M ago25:22

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The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is reintroducing Alligator Snapping Turtles into Kansas. Join us as we discuss why these turtles need introduced, whether you should be concerned about turtles eating fish in your pond, and the many other roles that all turtles play in maintaining a healthy aquatic ecosystem. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew R…

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The long game and urgency of the Ogallala Aquifer playing out now for Dr. Susan Metzger

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Dr. Susan Metzger is in the middle of regional and statewide efforts to balance agriculture and its intersection with the environment with nutrient runoff and even carbon sequestration. The focus here is mostly on the Ogallala’s future.By Iowa PBS

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Tornadoes are always in season for Jana Houser

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Dr. Jana Houser of Ohio State University has a long history of loving the weather. Her Pennsylvania upbringing found her watching the Weather Channel a lot with a quick realization meteorology was her calling.By Iowa PBS

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Managing Native Grasslands for Wildlife 35:59

2M ago35:59

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Plant and structural diversity is key when managing native grasslands for wildlife. Join Drew and Joe as they discuss the process of promoting diversity and heterogeneity in native grasslands by using disturbances like fire and grazing as tools to manage wildlife habitat in native grasslands. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension speci…

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Prioritizing animal welfare and sustainability in the pork industry - Lori Stevermer

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Animal health is always on the mind of pork industry leaders and 2024 is no different. Lori Stevermer of Easton, Minnesota is this year’s National Pork Producers Council president.By Iowa PBS

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Best Weather Scenario Plays Out Around the World - James Roemer

3M ago

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James Roemer is back with his active look at weather around the world. We’ll get into La Nina and El Nino changes and the impact on markets. Roemer of Best Weather, Inc., discusses how the drought in Russia has great potential to impact the global wheat market and what summer forecasts are holding for the grain growing areas of the United States.…

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Blue Green Algae and Harmful Algal Blooms 26:26

3M ago26:26

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Cyanobacteria, commonly called Blue Green Algae, can rapidly reproduce when conditions are right causing potentially hazardous Harmful Algal Blooms. Join Joe and Drew as they discuss why blooms occur, the risks of toxins from Harmful Algal Blooms on wildlife and livestock, and what you can do to reduce your likelihood of experiencing a cyanobacteri…

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#77 - Chad Berginnis, Floodplain Management & The Association of Floodplain Managers 53:56

3M ago53:56

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, the Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water, talks with Chad Berginnis, Executive Director of the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM), about the role of floodplain management in mitigating flood loss. As Executive Director of ASFPM, Berginnis frequently collaborates with FEMA, the…

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#76 - Brian Richter, Water Scarcity 1:10:33

3M ago1:10:33

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Dr. Todd Votteler, the Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water, talks with Brian Richter, president of Sustainable Waters, about the challenges posed by water scarcity. Brian Richter has been a global leader in water science and conservation for more than 30 years. As president of Sustainable Waters, a global or…

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Native Grass Plantings for Wildlife 30:14

3M ago30:14

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Native warm season plant communities provide valuable food and cover for many wildlife species, and are often missing from properties that are managed for wildlife. Join us as we discuss the process of restoring native warm season grasses and forbs to your property. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members …

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Big Bass: Pond Management for Bigger Fish 26:10

4M ago26:10

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Getting big fish in your pond requires a strong pond management plan. Join us as we discuss steps to consider when managing the fish community in your pond including the importance of habitat diversity, fish genetics, and which fish you should consider harvesting from your pond if you want to catch some lunkers. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts…

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#75 - Megan Lang, Wetlands Status and Trends 55:35

4M ago55:35

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation during American Wetlands Month, Dr. Todd Votteler, the Editor-in-Chief of Texas+Water, discusses wetland conservation and protection with Dr. Megan Lang, the Chief Scientist for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Wetlands Inventory Program. Dr. Lang leads the congressionally mandated national We…

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Chronic Wasting Disease 36:41

4M ago36:41

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A recently published note in the journal Neurobiology describing potential human transmission of chronic wasting disease is getting quite a bit of attention. Join us as we discuss the recent publication, chronic wasting disease, and steps you can take to try to limit the spread of this important disease within and among deer populations. Dr. Joe Ge…

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#74 - Katie Schmidt, The Dam Removal Movement 52:47

4M ago52:47

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler discusses dam removal movement with Katie Schmidt, Associate Director of the National Dam Removal Program at American Rivers. Katie coordinates and implements the American Rivers' federal policy agenda for dam removal and works with our federal agency partne…

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Ogallala Aquifer - Status, Concerns, and Implications for Wildlife 26:13

4M ago26:13

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The Ogallala Aquifer is found underground in parts of 8 states. This vital resource provides groundwater for agricultural producers, wildlife, and citizens in these states. Water use practices have led to declines in the aquifer and recent trends in water use have led to depletion in water levels throughout this region. Join us as we discuss the cu…

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Bonus from The Amendment: Keeping Democracy Intact with Nikole Hannah-Jones 35:55

5M ago35:55

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We’re bringing you an episode of a new podcast we think you’ll love: The Amendment. A new podcast about gender, politics, and power from The 19th News and Wonder Media Network, The Amendment is hosted by award-winning journalist and 19th editor-at-large Errin Haines. Each week, Errin sits down with people who have fresh perspectives on the state of…

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#73 - Dr. Ralph Wurbs, Modeling River/Reservoir Systems for Water Management 57:28

5M ago57:28

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with Dr. Ralph Wurbs, professor in the Zachry Department of Civil Engineering at Texas A&M University, about modeling river and reservoir systems to support water management. Dr. Wurbs worked in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' water development progr…

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Introduction to Wildlife Habitat Management in the Great Plains 32:00

5M ago32:00

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In this episode, we discuss habitat management, and how common habitat management practices for a species in some regions may not be appropriate everywhere a species occurs. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Program at Kansas State University. Find ou…

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Stocking Fish in Your Pond 24:41

5M ago24:41

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In this episode, we discuss how to stock fish in your pond, what type of fish are usually recommended, and the best time to add fish to your pond. Discussion include how to know if you should stock your pond. Common issues with newly stocked fish. And some thoughts on adding minnows to your pond that may save you some money! Resources for this epis…

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Vultures in the Great Plains 32:02

6M ago32:02

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In this episode, we discuss how turkey vultures and black vultures provide both positive and negative values to residents of the Great Plains, and how to deal with problems associated with these 2 species. Resources for this episode: Black Vulture Damage Control University of Kentucky Extension: http://www2.ca.uky.edu/agcomm/pubs/FOR/FOR129/FOR129.…

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#72 - Scott Wright, Dam Removals & River Restoration 54:10

6M ago54:10

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas Water Journal & Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Todd Votteler, talks with Scott Wright, Principal Engineer for the River Design Group, about the impact of dam removals in river restoration efforts. Scott Wright is the Principal Engineer for the River Design Group in Corvallis, Oregon. Scott grew …

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#71 - Shaina Shay, The Water Report 29:34

6M ago29:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with the Owner and Editor of The Water Report, Shaina Shay. The Water Report is a monthly publication that provides detailed and timely coverage of the innovations and decisions shaping our water future. Shay has spent more than a decade developing exp…

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Winter Pond Management 30:15

6M ago30:15

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In this episode we discuss what happens to ponds in the winter. Where do fish go? Do you need aeration? What pond management can you do in the winter to benefit your pond during the warmer months? Join us as we discuss these questions and more! Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and Ou…

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Coyote Control and Deer Production 37:51

7M ago37:51

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Episode 8 - Coyote Control and Deer Production In this episode, we discuss coyote biology and management related to deer production in the Great Plains, and whether or not it makes sense to control coyotes as a deer management practice in Kansas. Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts are extension specialists and faculty members in the Wildlife and …

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#70 - Rachel Fern, The State of Texas Wetlands 41:34

7M ago41:34

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with Dr. Rachel Fern, Statewide Wetland Program Leader for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, about the state of wetlands in Texas, including their history, current status, and future challenges. Fern coauthored a recent article in the Texas Wate…

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Eagles 21:23

7M ago21:23

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In this episode, we discuss eagles, their natural history, decline, subsequent recovery, and important special protections that are afforded to eagles. Contact us: https://www.wildlife.k-state.edu/contact.html

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Coyote Control and Livestock Production 33:20

8M ago33:20

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In this episode, we discuss coyote biology and management and how hunting, trapping and other forms of harvest can be used as lethal control measures to manage livestock losses. Resources: How to trap a coyote extension publication: https://bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/c660.pdf Coyote trapping video series: https://www.youtube.com/@KSREWildlife/play…

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Pond Habitat 28:35

8M ago28:35

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In this episode, we discuss the dos and don’ts of providing habitat for fish and their prey in ponds, and why the title of this episode may or may not fit the correct definition of habitat…

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To Move or Not To Move: Wildlife Translocation in Human-Wildlife Conflict Management 26:17

9M ago26:17

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In this episode, we discuss the consequences of moving problem critters around on the landscape, and reasons why wildlife biologists do not recommend translocation of wildlife as a humane option when removal is needed.

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#69 - Kelley Cochran, Groundwater Conservation Districts 25:31

9M ago25:31

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with Kelley Cochran, General Manager of the Guadalupe County Groundwater Conservation District, about the role Groundwater Conservation Districts play in supporting the state's water management and planning efforts. Cochran joined the district in 2014 …

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#68 - James Perry, Detecting Water Leaks & Problem Dams Using Innovative Technologies 29:18

9M ago29:18

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with James Perry, Executive Vice President of the EarthWorks Division of ASTERRA, about innovative remote sensing technologies to support water management. Perry has spent over 30 years driving disruptive innovation. In both start-ups and Fortune 500 c…

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Ponds and Drought: Opportunities, Pond Construction, and Wildlife Disease 23:48

10M ago23:48

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In this episode we discuss the effects of drought on ponds in the Great Plains. We cover some of the concerns related to drought and best practices for pond construction to help mitigate these concerns. We also talk about wildlife disease and some of the reasons that disease might increase during drought conditions.…

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Prairie Dog Management 31:36

10M ago31:36

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We discuss the biology, benefits, and concerns of Black-Tailed Prairie Dog populations. We cover how overlap between wildlife and producers in the Working Landscape that exists in a private land state. Discussions include pesticide methods and things to consider when considering whether to use various pesticides.…

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#67 - Karrigan Börk, Protecting Wetlands via the Clean Water Act 1:06:17

10M ago1:06:17

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Send us a Text Message. In this conversation, Texas+Water Editor-in-Chief Dr. Todd Votteler talks with Karrigan Börk, Acting Professor of Law at the University of California Davis (UC Davis) School of Law, about federal efforts to protect wetland habitats. Börk graduated from Stanford Law School in 2009 and completed his Ph.D. dissertation in Ecolo…

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Empty Wells, Poisoned Aquifers and Radioactive Crops: Big Oil in CA 49:05

10M ago49:05

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We interview Jesus Alonso and Ngodoo Atume from Clean Water Action in California. Ngodoo is a Senior Water Policy Analyst and Jesus serves as Clean Water Action’s Kern County Gas and Oil Organizer. We learn about California’s Central Valley communities that do not have safe drinking water, some that have to pay for contaminated water, and others wh…

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Introducing Fins, Fur, and Feathers with Joe Gerken and Drew Ricketts 9:16

10M ago9:16

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Fins, Fur, and Feathers is the fish and wildlife management podcast of K-State Research and Extension. It is hosted by Dr. Joe Gerken and Dr. Drew Ricketts, two lifelong hunters and anglers, and current K-State Research and Extension Specialists. Join them as they cover topics to help citizens with their fish, wildlife, and pond managemet needs. If…

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