Host Paul Ryan learns about vet programs to treat horses at the University of California, Davis. Reporter Yolanda Vazquez meets a Massachusetts veterinarian to examine the shortage of large animal vets in the United States. Roswell, New Mexico is known for UFO sightings, but it adds “Sheep Capital of America” to its fame. And Reporter Jason Shoultz finds that Florida farmers benefit from bees and a special kind of honey.

Animal Welfare
There is a shortage of large animal veterinarians all across the country. And if the current trend continues, the availability of veterinarians to take care of food production animals will be significantly reduced in the next decade. Reporter Yolanda Vazquez travels with a food production veterinarian in Massachusetts as he makes his rounds to New England dairy farms. She learns about the work being done and about efforts to address the problem.

Wild & Wooly Roundup
On the windswept plateaus of New Mexico, some of America’s best wool is being worn by sheep whose yearly shearing provides a valuable agricultural product for ranchers here. New Mexico claims that this region, also known for its sightings of UFO’s, is the most productive wool gathering area in the nation.

Veterinary Research UC Davis
Show host Paul Ryan travels to Davis, California where the veterinary school at the University of California works with farmers and ranchers to protect livestock and address medical problems that could have a significant effect on food production for consumers.