AK Podcast

What Great Communicators Do Differently with Vance Crowe

In this episode, Mike Donaldson talks with Vance Crowe about the role communication plays in leadership, relationships, and agriculture. Vance explains how interest-based communication helps people better understand motivations, reduce unnecessary conflict, and improve conversations in both professional and personal settings. The discussion covers listening skills, negotiation strategies, and the importance of curiosity when navigating disagreements. 🎙️ AK Podcast Insights 🔍 Exploring the latest in livestock nutrition, science and beyond with the best and the brightest in the business.  Brought to you by Agri-King, an animal nutrition company based in Fulton, Illinois. 💬 Follow us for more! 📸 Instagram and facebook | X | 💼 LinkedIn | 🌐 agriking.com/ 📧 Have questions or suggestions? Contact us at podcast@agriking.com.

Inside Agri-King: 7 Experts on What’s Changing in the Field Right Now

What should producers be doing differently in 2026?  In this episode, a panel of Agri-King experts cuts through the noise on spring planting, livestock management, and market trends. From smarter crop rotations to nutrition strategies and emerging market opportunities, this is a grounded, real-world look at what’s working—and what’s not—across the U.S. 🎙️ AK Podcast Insights 🔍 Exploring the latest in livestock nutrition, science and beyond with the best and the brightest in the business.  Brought to you by Agri-King, an animal nutrition company based in Fulton, Illinois. 💬 Follow us for more! 📸 Instagram and facebook | X | 💼 LinkedIn | 🌐 agriking.com/ 📧 Have questions or suggestions? Contact us at podcast@agriking.com.

2026 Forage Outlook with Jason Alsum

In this episode of AK Podcasts, Mike Donaldson and Jason Alsum, delve into the critical aspects of livestock nutrition and forage management. They discuss the importance of timely harvesting, the balance between quality and quantity in forage production, and the impact of digestibility on livestock health and productivity. The conversation emphasizes the financial implications of forage management decisions, highlighting how proper techniques can lead to significant cost savings and improved profitability for dairy farmers. The episode concludes with actionable insights for producers to enhance their forage management practices. 🎙️ AK Podcast Insights 🔍 Exploring the latest in livestock nutrition, science and beyond with the best and the brightest in the business.  Brought to you by Agri-King, an animal nutrition company based in Fulton, Illinois. 💬 Follow us for more! 📸 Instagram and facebook | X | 💼 LinkedIn | 🌐 agriking.com/ 📧 Have questions or suggestions? Contact us at podcast@agriking.com.

Heat Stress Part 2 with Dr. Marcus Kehrli

This episode explores the physiological effects of heat stress on dairy cattle, its long-term impacts, and nutritional strategies to mitigate these effects. Dr. Marcus Kehrli shares insights on managing heat stress to improve animal health and productivity. 🎙️ AK Podcast Insights 🔍 Exploring the latest in livestock nutrition, science and beyond with the best and the brightest in the business.  Brought to you by Agri-King, an animal nutrition company based in Fulton, Illinois. 💬 Follow us for more! 📸 Instagram and facebook | X | 💼 LinkedIn | 🌐 agriking.com/ 📧 Have questions or suggestions? Contact us at podcast@agriking.com.

Heat Stress Part 1 with Dr. Marcus Kehrli

This episode explores the groundbreaking research on the long-term and multi-generational impacts of heat stress on dairy cows, focusing on epigenetic changes and their economic implications. Dr. Marcus Kehrli shares insights into how heat stress affects gene expression, fetal development, and future productivity, emphasizing the importance of mitigation strategies. 🎙️ AK Podcast Insights 🔍 Exploring the latest in livestock nutrition, science and beyond with the best and the brightest in the business.  Brought to you by Agri-King, an animal nutrition company based in Fulton, Illinois. 💬 Follow us for more! 📸 Instagram and facebook | X | 💼 LinkedIn | 🌐 agriking.com/ 📧 Have questions or suggestions? Contact us at podcast@agriking.com.