Fire Safety Tips and Solutions

Fire Safety Tips and Solutions. Today, we present an insightful interview with John Mollhagen and Marc Ahrens, of Moly Mfg., who will discuss the importance of controlled burns, safety issues surrounding these events, and fire safety on farms and ranches.

Join Gale, John, and Mark as they share experiences, advice, and solutions for this important and sometimes neglected area of farm safety!

Historically, controlled burns have typically occurred from January to April, depending on geographic location. However, this limited timeframe can restrict the effectiveness of a burning program. Nowadays, prescribed burns can occur year-round, providing more opportunities for land management.

Fire safety is a significant concern for farmers and ranchers, impacting everything from fields to equipment and buildings. Every minute counts in emergencies! John experienced this firsthand when a controlled burn got out of control and nearly devastated a local community in Kansas.

With limited resources and predominantly volunteer firefighters, rural communities often struggle to manage large fires effectively. To address this critical need, Moly designed the Hydro Dragon, which is created explicitly for rural fire departments, farmers, and ranchers. This innovative solution is valuable for controlled burns, grass fires, and emergency response situations.

IN THE EVENT OF A FIRE, contact emergency SERVICES. Do everything you can to prevent fires from starting. Fires may begin despite your best prevention efforts. Everyone must be evacuated immediately when a fire breaks out in a farm building.

DO NOT PANIC
Call 911. Tell the dispatcher the type of fire (e.g., barn, shop, field), and give them your address and directions to your farm.
Tell them the status of the fire. Is there smoke showing, or is the building fully engulfed in flames?
Notify them if there are any people injured or trapped.
Inform them if there are animals involved. Note the types of animals, whether they are loose or contained, and how many are still in the building.
If the driveway is difficult to see or find, send someone out to meet the fire department. Many fire departments have delayed response times due to poor directions.
Shut off all power sources to the building.
DO NOT enter the building! No one will know you are inside if you are the only one present. If the roof is on fire, it may collapse at any time.
Contain animals in a field, corral, or trailer away from the fire

American Cattlemen

2025

Cattle Health Issues

Cattle health issues are one of the most critical considerations for any cattlemen.

The partnership between veterinarians and cattlemen is critical to a successful cattle operation, regardless of operation type and size. Dr. Shynia Peterman, DVM, of the Lyons Vet Clinic in Lyons, Kansas, and Gale McKinney, the Voice of the American Cattlemen, will co-host a new podcast series entitled Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.

Dr. Shynia Peterman is a native of Lyons, KS, graduating from Lyons High School in 2014. She attended Kansas State University, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science in May of 2017. In May of 2021, Dr. Shynia graduated with her DVM Degree from the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Shynia enjoys working on all animals but has a strong passion for beef cattle production. In her spare time, Dr. Shynia loves spending time with her cattle, horse, family, friends, and two Australian Shepherds, Daria and Moonpie.

Lyons Veterinary Clinic was founded in 1960 by Doc Downing as a mixed animal practice and is still operating as a mixed animal practice. Their clientele consists of 50% small and 50% large animals, with the occasional exotic animal. The clinic employs six full-time and four part-time employees, serving Rice County and extending to neighboring counties. The clinic offers routine animal care, hospitalization, surgery, and boarding. The Lyons Veterinary Clinic also has a sister clinic, Ark Veterinary Clinic, in Sterling, Kansas.

Gale McKinney, CPA, is the Co-Owner and Publisher of American Cattlemen Media. He obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree from Northwest Missouri State University. Gale is a well-known voice in the cattle industry, with years of experience as a producer, financial, and marketing consultant. Gale’s broad knowledge base and deep sense of client service provide listeners and readers with a unique perspective. Gale and his wife Audra have taken a newsprint shopper magazine and developed it into one of the cattle industry’s leading marketing groups.

Each episode will explore different topics. We will bring you guests from across the industry, including other vets, producers, and industry providers. Each episode will provide practical advice and awareness of important existing and new cattle health issues. We will also hear different viewpoints from professionals across the cattle industry. New techniques that are revolutionizing the cattle health field will be introduced. All this information will be delivered in a casual, friendly format produced by one of the industry’s most recognized media organizations, American Cattlemen.

The first episode of Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health, which will be available in a week or so, will be “Getting those Spring Calves off and Running.” Our guest will be Roger Osinchuk, DVM, a practicing veterinarian and Wagyu cattle producer from Springfield, Vermont.

Dr. Peterman and Dr. Osinchuk will provide some great contrasting thoughts on how to get the most out of these early days for those assets called calves!

We are excited to have you in the truck for Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health. Be watching for announcements coming soon to watch on your favorite podcast platform.

For Dr. Shynia Peterman, this is Gale McKinney. We look forward to serving you, the American Cattlemen, Veterinarians and Cattlemen: A Partnership in Cattle Health.

American Cattlemen

May 2025

Repro-Scan

Welcome to another edition of the American Cattlemen Podcast. Just ahead we have Gale McKinney, he is the Publisher of American Cattlemen, and he sits down with Elle TerHaar with Repro-Scan Technologies. Ellie Terhaar is the CEO of repro scan. Ellie grew up in the mountains of Colorado and spent her teenage years and college summers working with a mobile large animal practitioner. She attended dork College in northwest Iowa and has been with Repro-Scan technologies since graduation. Her role has expanded from sales and marketing. Now she’s the CEO, additionally, together with her husband and their in laws, own Thunderhead Charolais offering Charolais bulls for sale down there around Winterset, Iowa.

Repro-Scan

Elle will give you a little background on her personal and professional life. Ellie TerHaar discussed the company’s history, products, and services on the American Cattlemen Podcast. Founded in 2008 by Dr. Andrew Bronson and Bruce Hill, Repro-Scan specializes in veterinary ultrasound technology for large animals. Ellie highlighted the company’s growth, including the launch of the Apex product line and the development of the extension arm technology, which enhances veterinarians’ efficiency and reduces strain. Repro-Scan’s focus on simple, durable, and affordable solutions, coupled with excellent customer service and training programs, sets them apart in the industry. The company also offers ultrasound services for various livestock and companion animals.

For previous episodes of the American Cattlemen Podcast please check out the website: www.americancattlemen.com

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