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Today, Peggy Coffeen visits Bob and Tara Vandoske at Vandoske Dairy Farms in Cleveland, Wisconsin, to discuss how their 700-cow family dairy farm has grown into diverse business segments, including County Line Creamery, an on-farm ice cream store with viewing windows and open barn access, and a cattle boarding/show-cow facility. They share the farm's multi-generational history, their three children's roles (including show involvement and work responsibilities), and how these ventures create next-generation opportunities and consumer connection.Bob explains the creamery grew from COVID-era interest in local food, progressed through careful planning, and started by bringing in products rather than processing milk. They describe the boarding business' unexpected growth, recent dairy facility upgrades including a new double-12 parallel parlor, and the importance of faith, teamwork, and relationships. NutriQuest nutritionist Jeff Rortvedt, highlights the farm's multiple enterprises and Bob's investments in cow care and the future.This episode is brought to you be NutriQuest.The NutriQuest Dairy Nutrition Team is a group of experienced nutritionists committed to serving dairy producers by partnering with them to develop an un-biased, customized nutrition program that delivers maximum profitability, achieved through a holistic approach, engaging in all aspects that influence nutrition program success.The NutriQuest Dairy Team is committed to serving the dairy industry and delivering their customers' consistent results with a high return. Learn more at nutriquest.com/dairy-nutrition-solutions01:49 Vandoske Farm Story03:06 Kids and Farm Roles04:51 Why Not 10000 Cows05:33 County Line Creamery Idea08:33 Planning the Build Out11:05 Why Ice Cream Wins12:27 Cattle Boarding Begins15:37 Designing the Show Barn18:11 Busy Saturdays and Events21:02 Three Years of Rapid Growth21:30 Heavy Decisions and Faith21:51 Hardest Choices and New Roles24:17 Dairy Upgrades and New Parlor27:43 Raising the Next Generation29:44 Future Plans and Tractor Time35:25 A Nutritionist's Perspective

Natagpuan ng Pinoy na Agricultural Engineer John Joel Ilao ang buhay na inaasam-asam para sa mag-anak sa isang dairy farm sa Regional Victoria.

Meet the host of the Manitowoc County Breakfast on the Farm on June 14 — Hochkammer Dairy Farm! Casey Hochkammer and Cory Krueger shares how they are getting ready for the event, what makes their farm unique, technology and future goals.Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin is helping us spotlight local June Dairy Month events, find an event near you: https://www.wisconsindairy.org/june-dairy-month/Dairy-BreakfastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host and American Family Farmer, Doug Stephan (www.eastleighfarm.com) shares the biggest news affecting smaller family farmers, starting with the U.S. House of Representatives passing the sprawling Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (AKA The Farm Bill) by a bipartisan vote of 224–200. The multi-billion dollar, 5-year legislative package sets farm, conservation, and nutrition policies, but now faces a difficult path in the Senate.In other news, California farmers are being forced to destroy roughly 420,000 clingstone peach trees after Del Monte Foods filed for bankruptcy and permanently closed its Central Valley canneries. The sudden closures left dozens of growers with no buyers for their fruit, prompting a $9 million federal relief package to assist with tree removal and crop transitioning.Shifting focus to raw milk, a rather polarizing conversation, lawmakers in at least 18 states are actively pushing to expand or legalize the sale of raw milk, driven by consumer demand and "freedom of choice" arguments. However, this push intensifies amid a wave of recent illness outbreaks that have sickened U.S. children, drawing stern warnings from health scientists. For many farmers selling raw milk, most of them can't keep it in stock because people stand in line to buy it, even at its higher prices. This should be reason enough to allow the sale and stop hindering when consumers are wanting raw milk. Raw milk is risky if it's not done properly, if there is a crap job of milking the cows, the cows aren't clean and if the product isn't clean, then yes it could come with risky germs. When raw milk is produced right, the risks are minimal and the health benefits are incredible. Then, Doug opines the food supply after seeing stats from food producers across the country with factors of less predictable weather patterns, labor challenges from deportations, cost of feed and fertilizer going way up because of the tariffs, and more. For more on the American Family Farmer…Website: AmericanFamilyFarmerShow.comSocial Media: @GoodDayNetworks

AI is creeping into dairy whether we call it that or not, and most of the noise you hear is either hype or horror stories. So, we brought the conversation into the room with our first live event at the UK Agri-Tech Centre and asked a more useful question: what can artificial intelligence and machine learning genuinely do for a working dairy farm today, and where do the risks begin?We're joined by Chris Knight from Agribot, Ian Garner from Antler Bio, and Mike Jones from the UK Agri-Tech Centre. Chris pulls the curtain back on the history of AI, why the core ideas are older than most people think, and why large language models feel revolutionary mainly because we can talk to them. Ian shares how AI can speed up development and knowledge work without becoming a source of truth, including building science-grounded recommendations with expert validation to avoid confident nonsense and hallucinated references.Mike brings it back to the coalface with tools being tested on real farms: earlier lameness detection, consistent body condition scoring, sensors that flag cows needing attention, methane monitoring, and even birdsong analysis for biodiversity benchmarking. Along the way we tackle accuracy versus consistency, predictive tools, data integration across too many apps, trust and privacy, and the awkward question of who really owns farm data.This podcast was recorded in front of an audience, and once our guests had made their initial presentations, they then took questions directly from those in attendance, asking real questions relevant to farms today! This was recorded in February 2026, and all information was correct at the time of recording. Subscribe for more practical UK dairy conversations, share this with a mate who's sceptical about AI, and leave us a review if you want more live panels like this.Send us Fan MailFor more information about our podcast visit www.chewinthecud.com/podcast or follow us on Instagram @chewinthecudpodcast. ChewintheCud Ltd is also on Facebook & LinkedIn. You can email us directly at podcast@chewinthecud.com

On this episode of the UpLevel Dairy Podcast, Pauly Paul with Complete Management Consulting is back today to explain what separates thriving dairies from those in crisis. He says the biggest gap comes down to management, especially leaders who delegate but also work alongside employees rather than staying behind a desk.Pauly identifies three core differentiators: understanding financials and avoiding over-borrowing by reviewing budgets and financials monthly or quarterly; leading by example with consistent schedules, walkthroughs, and daily employee interaction; and getting “in the trenches” to understand tasks and improve efficiency, which can quickly turn farms from red to black when his team takes over management.He adds that profitable farms face hard truths and capitalize on opportunities like improving reproduction, semen handling, shot compliance, and breeding for higher-value “black calves,” which he estimates can add significant annual income.This Episode is Brought to you by Complete Management Consulting About Complete Management Consultingwww.CompleteManagementConsulting.com⁠⁠completemanagementconsulting@gmail.com⁠920-418-313500:00 Why Some Dairies Win00:49 Two Types of Calls02:29 Management Makes the Gap03:01 Hands On Leadership04:26 Three Profit Drivers06:06 Know Your Financials09:05 Lead by Example Daily10:45 Work in the Barn12:18 Turning Farms Around Fast14:15 Black Calf Profit Lever17:46 Staying Ahead Long Term

Dom talks with Brendan Hoare, founder and Managing Director of Buy Pure NZ, about the upcoming China Study Tour (14-23 June), including a visit to the country's largest organic dairy farm on the edge of the Gobi desert. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

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How are your finances looking for Q2? In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen interviews Steve Schweoer of Compeer Financial on what financially strong dairy farms are doing in 2026 amid tight first-half cash flow, lower milk prices, and higher costs of capital. Steve notes many producers prepaid 2026 expenses in 2025, easing near-term pressure, and expects improved markets in the second half while emphasizing preparing during good times by building working capital and paying down lines of credit. He advises maintaining a three-to-five-year capital replacement plan using “needs vs. wants,” evaluating land purchases case by case, and not letting taxes drive decisions. Key profitability levers include beef-on-dairy and managing net herd replacement cost, feed efficiency and ration cost, strong components and herd health, disciplined capital spending, and low employee turnover. He urges producers to know their cost of production, keep a consistent operating model, and bring lenders and advisors a long-term plan including risk management and family goals.This episode is sponsored by Compeer Financial. Compeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Their dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs.Visit https://www.compeer.com/specialists/dairy01:17 Cash Flow Cycles Ahead03:02 Needs vs Wants Capital05:11 Land Buying Decisions06:36 Cost of Capital Squeeze08:17 Beef on Dairy Boost11:07 Feed Efficiency Levers12:48 What Profitable Looks Like15:04 Tech Investments Timing17:36 Lender Talks and Planning19:34 Disciplines for Stability21:50 Know Your Cost Production23:16 Stick to Your Model

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Jennie Groff is a co-founder and leader behind Stroopies, a purpose-driven business rooted in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, that creates handcrafted stroopwafels while providing meaningful employment opportunities for resettled refugee women. Raised on a dairy farm, Jennie's journey into entrepreneurship wasn't traditional, but through faith, persistence, and a deep commitment to community, she and her husband transformed a simple idea into a growing business that blends quality products with real human impact. In this episode, Brad and Jennie Groff explore the story behind Stroopies beginnings, from humble roots and early uncertainty to building a thriving operation that now produces tens of thousands of stroopwafels each month. Jennie shares how the business evolved from a small, faith-led idea into a scalable model that supports women from around the world. The conversation dives into entrepreneurship, leadership, cultural diversity in the workplace, and the lessons learned through trial, faith, and steady progress. Jennie also reflects on gratitude, community, and the deeper purpose behind building something that serves others. "Life is better if we share what we have." – Jennie Groff "Sometimes you just don't know. You try things, some work, some don't." – Jennie Groff "Just don't bury the seed, keep going, even if it's not perfect." – Jennie Groff This Week on The Wow Factor: Jennie's upbringing on a dairy farm and early entrepreneurial instincts The origin story of Stroopies and its mission to support refugee communities Turning a European treat into a scalable, purpose-driven business The challenges and uncertainty of building a business from the ground up Creating a workplace that bridges cultures, languages, and backgrounds The role of faith, prayer, and persistence in decision-making and growth How small moments and "sign markers" helped guide the business forward Jennie Groff's Word of Wisdom: Don't bury the gifts you've been given. You don't have to do things perfectly to move forward, what matters is that you keep going. Growth comes through trying, learning, and staying committed, even when the path isn't clear. Keep planting, keep working, and trust that progress happens over time. Connect with Stroopies: Stroopies Website Stroopies Instagram Stroopies Facebook Place a Stroopies Order   Connect With Brad Formsma: WOW Factor Website   Brad Formsma on LinkedIn   Brad Formsma on Instagram   Brad Formsma on Facebook   Brad Formsma on X  

Artificial Intelligence is now involved in our everyday lives and this includes on the dairy farm. Ben Jarboe learns more about where you can find it on the farm with Jeffery Bewley. He is the executive director of genetics and innovation for Holstein Association USA. He says it is exciting, but worried that people will forget the backbone of dairy farming if they rely too much on AI. It was a wet Sunday and that looks to continue this week according to ag meteorologist Stu Muck.Warmer weather brings on fresh produce that everybody enjoys throughout the summer, but how do they make sure it is safe for human consumption? Kiley Allan chats with Kristin Krokowski, a commercial horticulture educator with UW-Madison, to find out what they look for to keep our food safe.June Dairy Month is right around the corner and it means there is a lot of work to be done by the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin. Pam Jahnke chats with Mitch Kappelman to get the details on what it takes to spread the word of dairy throughout the month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calf housing continues to evolve as dairy producers look for ways to improve animal welfare, growth rates, and labour efficiency. In this report from the Canadian Dairy XPO, Agri-Plastics Canadian sales manager Paul Prekup outlines how the company’s housing systems have shifted from traditional individual hutches to more flexible, group-based designs that reflect changing management... Read More

A dairy company in west-central Minnesota has plans to expand one of its farms to become the state's largest dairy operation. It is raising concern from some local residents and environmental advocates. Riverview LLP, which runs West River Dairy near Morris says it's trying to increase capacity to meet growing demand across the country and world. Meanwhile, opponents say the move will hurt smaller dairy farms and the environment. The proposal is under review by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Michael Johnson, a news editor for Agweek who has been following the story, joined MPR News host Kelly Gordon to talk about what risks the expansion could have to the environment and what locals are saying.

A raw dairy farm is recalling some cheese products as FDA investigates E. coli outbreak. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.

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Subscribe now to skip the ads and for access to all of our episodes. Just a reminder: there was too much Iran news to fit into this episode, so we gave it a standalone special you can find here. Otherwise, this week around the world: in Israel-Palestine, the Gaza Board of Peace negotiates a Hamas disarmament agreement (1:54) while the West Bank sees settler violence surge around Nablus (3:35); Pakistan resumes its war with Afghanistan after the Eid ceasefire expires (7:09); Trump reschedules his China trip for May (8:26); in Sudan's Blue Nile State, RSF and SPLM-N militants seize Kormuk as Chad boosts its border military presence after Sudan spillover violence (11:19); in Ukraine, Russia launches a massive drone barrage as a new offensive begins (14:14), the United States ties security guarantees for Ukraine to territorial concessions (16:04), and Russia reportedly offers to end support for Iran in exchange for the U.S. ends support for Ukraine (19:00); Denmark's snap election leaves Mette Frederiksen weakened, but still in contention to govern (21:46); Raul Castro joins Cuba's talks with the United States (23:55); in Ecuador, a U.S.-backed operation reportedly destroys a dairy farm instead of a drug camp (27:12); the UN General Assembly condemns the transatlantic slave trade, the United States votes no (29:56); Trump pays TotalEnergies to halt East Coast wind projects (31:22). Be sure to check out our new series premiering Tuesday, Marx Prestige. Listen to the trailer here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just a reminder: there was too much Iran news to fit into this episode, so we gave it a standalone special you can find here. Otherwise, this week around the world: in Israel-Palestine, the Gaza Board of Peace negotiates a Hamas disarmament agreement (1:54) while the West Bank sees settler violence surge around Nablus (3:35); Pakistan resumes its war with Afghanistan after the Eid ceasefire expires (7:09); Trump reschedules his China trip for May (8:26); in Sudan's Blue Nile State, RSF and SPLM-N militants seize Kormuk as Chad boosts its border military presence after Sudan spillover violence (11:19); in Ukraine, Russia launches a massive drone barrage as a new offensive begins (14:14), the United States ties security guarantees for Ukraine to territorial concessions (16:04), and Russia reportedly offers to end support for Iran in exchange for the U.S. ends support for Ukraine (19:00); Denmark's snap election leaves Mette Frederiksen weakened, but still in contention to govern (21:46); Raul Castro joins Cuba's talks with the United States (23:55); in Ecuador, a U.S.-backed operation reportedly destroys a dairy farm instead of a drug camp (27:12); the UN General Assembly condemns the transatlantic slave trade, the United States votes no (29:56); Trump pays TotalEnergies to halt East Coast wind projects (31:22).Be sure to check out our new series premiering Tuesday, Marx Prestige. Listen to the trailer here.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On location at Brooks Farms in Waupaca, Wisconsin, Peggy Coffeen interviews Dr. Amanda Onan of United Vet Services (Heritage Vet Partners) about how teamwork shapes her approach to dairy veterinary medicine nearly 10 years into practice. A second-generation veterinarian, Dr. Onan describes learning through ride-alongs with her father and hands-on work at Sugar Creek Farms, including projects to improve somatic cell count and mastitis understanding. She shares a formative lesson from a 70-year-old farm owner scraping stalls, reinforcing that no one is above any task and that every employee's observations matter. Dr. Onan emphasizes building trust by engaging employees, recognizing positives, and using empathy to improve farm efficiency, while also discussing compassion fatigue in veterinary medicine and the support systems that help. She notes that Heritage's national network enables collaboration, and she sees AI changing record analysis and on-farm implementation.This episode is brought to you by Heritage Vet PartnersHeritage Vet Partners is the nation's leading veterinary partnership, specializing in mixed and large animal practices.  Heritage Vet Partners provides a unique partnership model that preserves local practice legacies, serving dairy and other livestock producers and companion animal owners through shared services, data, and strategic growth. Learn more at HeritageVetPartners.com.00:43 Podcast Welcome and Sponsor01:43 Why Amanda Became a Vet04:09 Producer Perspective Lessons05:51 Somatic Cell Count Project08:06 Nobody Above Scraping Stalls11:31 Building Trust With Employees15:44 Positive Leadership Habits16:39 Compassion Fatigue Explained18:25 Support Systems and Grace21:53 Business Side and Heritage Network27:11 Future of Vet Med and AI28:25 Final Thanks and Outro

In this episode of DairyVoice, host Kate Ziehm of Morning Ag Clips talks with Gary Lezak, Founder and CEO at Weather 20/20, Jordan Wollenberg of Agri-Service Agency and Dairy Farmer Justin Ohlde of Ohlde Family Farms in north central Kansas. They discuss risk management as it pertains to the weather and how we prepare our dairy farms, how to minimize these risk factors, and several new products to help. The podcast covers everything from minimizing milk loss due to weather events to weather intelligence to open risk windows, so farmers can plan accordingly.

Several student organizations protest Colorado State Universities recent career fair on campus, Following the death of 6 people at a Northern Colorado dairy farm the government has handed out punishments to three companies, Two large wildfires in Douglas County and Thornton Colorado cause evacuations 

Welcome back to the Successful Farming podcast. In this episode, Lisa Foust Prater is joined by Ryan Dennis, author of Barn Gothic & The Milk House, for a conversation about the highs and hardships of dairy farming and how family, economics, and identity are all tied to life on the farm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of DGTL Voices, Ed interviews Rob Allen, the CEO of Intermountain Health. They discuss Rob's journey from a dairy farm in Wyoming to leading a major healthcare organization, emphasizing the importance of caregivers, the role of digital transformation in healthcare, and the significance of vulnerability in leadership. Rob shares insights on finding creativity, evolving definitions of success, and the lessons learned from his upbringing. The conversation highlights the value of relationships in leadership and the commitment to making a positive impact in healthcare.

Conor Hogan, Research Officer with Teagasc Moorepark, whose work has focused on labour efficiency and work organisation on dairy farms, and Martina Gormley, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, who works closely with farmers on practical ways to reduce workload, join James Dunne on this week's Dairy Edge. With spring calving commenced on the majority of dairy farms it places an increased demand on farm workload and for this episode, we'll be discussing what the research tells us about managing workload, what practical changes farmers can make to reduce pressure, and how small system adjustments can make a big difference to both efficiency and quality of life. For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen interviews Nathan Abel, the next-generation dairyman at Abel Dairy Farms. Nathan shares insights on how his hands-on experience, education, and incorporation of technology are helping him prepare for future leadership and ownership roles. He discusses his educational journey, the importance of learning both the technical and business aspects of dairy farming, and the challenges and strategies for implementing new technologies. Nathan also highlights the value of community involvement and ongoing learning as essential components for the farm's sustainable growth. This episode emphasizes the pivotal role of modern software solutions in revolutionizing dairy operations.This Episode is Brought to you by Milc Group Milc Group is a dairy software company that brings real-time, actionable data to dairy farms across the world. They are dedicated to revolutionizing the dairy industry with their user-friendly cloud-based software. ONE™ by Milc Group is our all-in-one app that brings together all the important aspects of your dairy together in one place. With products such as feed and animal management software, people training, dairy facility monitoring, and scale management, Milc Group is committed to providing producers with tools they need to succeed.00:00 Introduction to the Next Generation of Dairy Farming00:38 Sponsorship Message from Milc Group01:11 Nathan Abel's Journey Back to the Family Farm01:56 Educational Path and Early Decisions05:59 Hands-On Experience and Internships08:03 Integrating Technology into Dairy Farming14:25 Leadership and Team Dynamics19:18 Community Involvement and Future Vision22:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the AgCulture Podcast, Dr. Jehan Ettema, co-founder of SimHerd and animal health economist, explains how digital twins are transforming dairy farm decision-making. He discusses simulation models, data quality, economics, genetics, and the role of AI in farm management. Learn practical insight into evaluating investments, managing risk, and improving farm performance. Listen now on all major platforms and explore smarter decisions for modern agriculture!Meet the guest:Dr. Jehan Ettema is an animal health economist and co-founder of SimHerd, a decision support platform developed in collaboration with Aarhus University and global dairy partners. His work focuses on simulation modeling, farm economics, genetics, and data-driven decision making for dairy systems worldwide. What you will learn: (00:00) Introduction(02:17) Digital twin explained(05:57) Farm decision tools(07:29) Central data systems(10:01) Global adaptation(14:03) Model limitations(31:31) Closing thoughtsDiscover the world of agriculture with the "Ag Culture Podcast". This podcast will be a gateway for those passionate about agriculture to explore its global perspectives and innovative practices.Join Paul as he shares his experiences in the agricultural industry, his travels and encounters with important figures around the world.Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.Subscribe at http://www.agculturepodcast.com and keep an eye out for future episodes, bringing insights and stories from the vibrant world of agriculture.

This episode's guests were speakers on the Joint ADSA-CSAS Breeding and Genetics Symposium:Dairy Welfare—Breeding and Management Strategies at the 2025 ADSA annual meeting. Jessica's talk was titled “Herd Sustainability Index: Using milk recording data to evaluate dairy herd sustainability.” This index provides a national percentile ranking benchmark for producers relative to sustainability from DHI data. The index evaluates ten indicators in four major categories: longevity and culling, feeding and production, heifers, and health. (2:51)Dr. Vasseur's talk was titled “Improving welfare through inclusive innovation: The story of WELL-E.” This inclusive innovation delivers data-driven solutions with and for the Canadian dairy industry by integrating stakeholder and domain knowledge with cutting-edge tools and methods of the improvement of animal and human welfare. (4:48)Dr. Vasseur talks about the development of the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Dairy Cattle, which was published in 2023. This most recent code of practice included recommendations and requirements for more opportunities for movement for dairy cattle, particularly those in tie stall environments. Dr. Vasseur's lab has conducted research in this area to help dairy producers with possible modifications of stalls and other recommendations to improve cow comfort. Jessica describes her master's research in tie stall modifications. The guests go on to talk about how often cows in tie stalls bump into their stall, some proof-on-concept research looking at doubling stall size, and recommendations for cow comfort improvements in existing tie stall operations. (6:53)Dr. Vasseur discusses the relationship between cow comfort and longevity. She also talks about the realities of converting a tie stall barn to a free stall barn. (20:12)Jessica describes the indicators used in the Herd Sustainability Index in more detail. A minimum of six tests in the last 12 months with 50% of the cows being recorded are needed to calculate the index for a farm. Seven of the ten HSI indicators are required for the index to be calculated. She goes on to explain how producers can see their index compared to the rest of Canada as well as historical change in their index, and details an incentive program for high-indexing and most-improved herds. (24:07)Dr. Vasseur talks about cow comfort and welfare comparisons among intensive dairy production countries. She envisions the development and implementation of technology to allow for more automation and reduced observer bias of processes such as lameness evaluation. (30:30)So what is WELL-E? Dr. Vasseur gives some background and details about bringing together animal scientists, computer scientists, and stakeholders to develop cutting-edge tools for the improvement of animal and human welfare. (33:24)Jessica talks about her PhD research in dairy cow behavior and pasture management. She conducted a study where pastures were mowed the morning of grazing compared to conventional grazing. Cows in the mowed pastures spent more time ruminating and drank more water, but no differences in milk production or milk components were observed. (38:02)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (43:07)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

Tribes in Wisconsin are opposing efforts to end protections for millions of acres of national forest land. a look at the declining number of dairy farms over the past 20 years. And, what people should know about the GLP-1 pill for weight loss.

In an era of industrial agriculture and mass-produced food, small dairy farms are disappearing at an alarming rate. As large-scale operations dominate the market, many consumers are left disconnected from where their food comes from and how it is produced. In this episode of NTI PodTalk, Dianne sits down with Joe Miller, Managing Partner and Sales Director of Kalona Supernatural, to explore how regenerative agriculture is helping support America's small family dairy farms and why it matters for human health, soil health, and the future of real, nutrient dense food. Beyond regenerative farming, Joe explains why Kalona avoids ultra-high-temperature pasteurization and homogenization, and how their processing methods protect milk's natural structure, enzymes, and nutritional integrity.If you care about where your milk comes from, how your food is produced, and the long-term health of our land and farming communities, this episode is a must-listen.About Joe Miller:Joe Miller is Managing Partner at Kalona Organics, the company that markets and sells the Kalona SuperNatural brand. He joined the company in 2020, bringing a lifelong background in dairy and a passion for supporting small, family farms. Under his leadership, Kalona SuperNatural has expanded nationwide, supplying retailers like Whole Foods, Sprouts, Fresh Thyme, and Natural Grocers.Follow Kalona on Instagram! On the first Friday of every month, a member of the Kalona marketing team does a 'live from the pasture' on one of their farms and you can ask them any questions you have!Joe on LinkedInKalona SuperNaturalorganic@kalonasupernatural.com **Timestamps for the topics discussed can be found on this episode's NTI PodTalk page.Are you ready to start your journey as a Nutrition Therapist Master? To learn more about NTI's Nutrition Therapist Master Certification, visit ntischool.com for more information, or call 303-284-8361 to speak with our admissions team.This discussion is not intended to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, nor in any way imply that Nutrition Therapists who graduate from NTI are qualified to provide Medical Nutrition Therapy. The scope of practice for graduates of NTI is to deliver therapeutic nutrition guidance to our clients which helps support their natural biology to achieve optimal function in whatever wellness path they are on.

Kicking off the New Year, this episode takes a close look at the current milk market. Ben Eagle, Chris Walkland and podcast producer Becki Reay discuss the latest trends in farmgate prices and milk volumes, and whether the sector is beginning to turn a corner. The discussion touches on the disruption caused by a plant breakdown over the Christmas period, which resulted in milk not being collected, before examining what the latest AHDB figures showing milk volumes down year on year could mean for supply. The focus then turns to more positive signals, including a recent rise in the GDT index and growing optimism around dairy prices heading into January, supported by milk price announcements for January and February from processors. Please note: The information provided during this podcast has been prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute advice. The information must not be relied upon for any purpose and no representation or warranty is given as to its accuracy, completeness or otherwise. Any reference to other organisations, businesses or products during the podcast are not endorsements or recommendations of Dairy Consulting Ltd or its affiliated companies. The views of the presenter are personal and may not be the views of Dairy Consulting Ltd. The contents of this podcast are the copyright of Dairy Consulting Ltd.

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, Peggy Coffeen visits Steve Abel of Abel Dairy Farms in Wisconsin to discuss strategic growth and leadership in the dairy industry. Steve shares insights on expanding their operations, managing personnel, and maintaining a values-driven approach. He also highlights the importance of technology and teamwork in modern dairy farming. This episode delves into the challenges and successes of scaling a family dairy farm while ensuring team cohesion and operational effectiveness.This Episode is brought to you by Milc GroupMilc Group is a dairy software company that brings real-time, actionable data to dairy farms across the world. They are dedicated to revolutionizing the dairy industry with their user-friendly cloud-based software. ONE™ by Milc Group is our all-in-one app that brings together all the important aspects of your dairy together in one place. With products such as feed and animal management software, people training, dairy facility monitoring, and scale management, Milc Group is committed to providing producers with tools they need to succeed.ONE™ Feed: https://www.milcgroup.com/product/feedONE™ Scale: https://www.milcgroup.com/product/scale00:00 Introduction to Growing Leaders and Scaling a Team01:19 Steve Abel's Journey and Dairy Farm Expansion03:08 Strategic Growth and COVID Challenges05:38 Scaling People and Management09:23 Developing Middle Managers20:10 Technology in Dairy Farming25:54 Future of Dairy Farming: Risks and Opportunities30:08 Advice for the Next Generation33:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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This episode features Dr. Glen Broderick and Dr. May Beth Hall, speakers at the 2025 ADSA Ruminant Nutrition Symposium: Anomalies in Analyzed Nutrient Composition of Feedstuffs.Dr. Broderick's presentation was titled “Protein analysis methodology.” The high points of his talk include recommendations for nitrogen analysis in feeds, potential improvements in determining protein degradability and undegradability in the rumen, and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIR) analysis of amino acid composition of feedstuffs. (7:57)Dr. Hall's presentation was titled “Success and continuing challenges in analyzing nonfiber carbohydrates.” She gives some history of the analysis of non-fiber carbohydrates and talks about starch assays and how water-soluble carbohydrates are not solely composed of sugars. She also explains how microbes make decisions on which substrates to ferment and which to store for later. (12:47)The panelists talk about challenges in obtaining real-time nutrient analyses in order to make ration changes. They recommend using rolling averages rather than a single sample and using milk urea nitrogen as a way to evaluate if something is not quite right with a ration. (21:17)Dr. Broderick notes he recommends that scientists no longer use the Kjeldahl method of nitrogen analysis, that we look for new or alternative methodology other than in situ digestibility to determine protein degradability, and that NIR analysis of amino acids be used to make ration decisions when calibrated for the feedstuff under consideration. (27:10)Dr. Hall recommends using the appropriate carbohydrate standard when measuring water-soluble carbohydrates: sucrose for fresh forages, fructose for cool-season grasses with high fructan content,  etc. She also notes that some feeds, like bakery waste or amylase-modified grain, contain soluble starch, which shows up in both the starch category and the water-soluble category in a feed analysis, essentially double-dipping. Lastly, she suggests that nonfiber carbohydrates remain a bit of a nutritional black box and we continue to learn more with improved technology.   (29:36)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (43:31)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

In this episode, recorded live at the World Dairy Expo, Peggy sits down with Tim Baumgartner, the genetics manager at Jer-Z-Boyz Ranch in Pixley, California. Tim shares his journey from growing up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin to becoming a pivotal figure in the dairy genetics industry. He discusses his passion for cows and people, recounting how one pivotal conversation led to a rewarding career in genetics. The episode explores how the Jer-Z-Boyz Ranch significantly improved the breed's genetics, the impact of mentorship, and how innovative technology, like the Milc Group's feed program, transformed their operations. Highlights include the discovery and development of high-fat Jersey cows, the challenge and success of polled genetics, and the importance of family and community in the dairy world. Tim's story is a testament to resilience, passion, and the pursuit of excellence in the dairy industry.This Episode is Brought to you by Milc GroupMilc Group is a dairy software company that brings real-time, actionable data to dairy farms across the world. They are dedicated to revolutionizing the dairy industry with their user-friendly cloud-based software. ONE™ by Milc Group is our all-in-one app that brings together all the important aspects of your dairy together in one place. With products such as feed and animal management software, people training, dairy facility monitoring, and scale management, Milc Group is committed to providing producers with the tools they need to succeed.ONETM Feed: https://www.milcgroup.com/product/feedONETM Scale: https://www.milcgroup.com/product/scale00:00 Introduction: Shaping a Breed and Leaving a Legacy00:07 Meet Tim Baumgartner: A Passion for Genetics01:23 Growing Up on a Dairy Farm in Wisconsin07:42 The Journey to California09:31 A Career in Genetics and Mentorship15:37 The Jer-Z-Boyz Ranch Transformation27:39 Innovations and Future Directions

In this podcast episode ... It was once a dairy farm but now it's creating a different liquid as it transitions into a vineyard and winery. We talk to the new owners of Greystone Winery in North Stonington about their new venture. Plus we take a look at other stories from across the region.

This episode features speakers from the 2025 ADSA Opening Session Panel: Designing Dairy 2045—Envisioning the Future of Cows, Dairy Products, and Farms, which explored the long-term future of dairy.Dr. VandeHaar explains the idea behind creating the panel discussion for the opening session and his selection of the other three podcast guests as panel members. (2:02)Dr. Baes was the genomics expert on the panel. Her talk focused on what types of data have been collected on dairy cattle in the past and in the future, as well as the collaboration needed among different disciplines to ensure the right information is being collected in the appropriate way. (4:54)Dr. Hostens was the data analytics expert on the panel. He is a veterinarian by training, but has a strong interest and passion around big data. He notes that a “gut feeling is good, but data is better.” He talks about a project where an existing language model was trained with all Journal of Dairy Science abstracts since 1917 so that answers from chatbots would be fed by JDS knowledge. He talks about other ways this type of approach could be used in the future to provide answers to questions on-farm. (8:09)Eve is the Senior Vice President of Strategic Intelligence at DMI and was the food futurist expert on the panel. She notes that dairy's image is shifting to that of a health and wellness food. The question then becomes what is the future of health and wellness, and what does the dairy industry need to do to build towards that future? She talks about the roles of data and artificial intelligence in enabling us to design the foods of the future tailored to each individual. She advises that knowing more about your product than anyone else on the planet through technology and science allows you to anticipate what consumers are going to want and need in the future.   (14:33)The panel talks about genetic selection to produce particular components “naturally” rather than through food processing, where the industry is headed in regard to total milk production, breeding dairy cows for health, providing tools for making wise use of resources especially in developing countries, and how the future of big data could impact decisions made on-farm. (20:12)Eve talks about the consumer who has (processed) collagen in their coffee each morning but also demands clean, whole foods. Consumers want it all. She envisions a future where consumers will know the truth about how foods work in their body because they'll have the technology to measure it. The group goes on to talk about wearable technology like continuous glucose monitors and the variability that exists in the human population compared to variation in Holstein cows, for example. (35:05)The guests talk about where the gaps are in technology - what else do we need to take the next step? Dry matter intake might be one, but Dr. Baes notes that the Danish have technology through video of the feed bunk that allows them to predict intake with surprisingly high accuracy. (41:59)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (47:07)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

Despite a rise in the number of students taking up agriculture degrees over the last couple of years, not all courses are growing. The University of Nottingham is deciding whether to close its agriculture and business course at its Sutton Bonington campus. The University says applications for its farming courses have dropped, making them “less financially viable”. Students have started a petition to save the degree course.Cases of bird flu are still on the rise across the country, with outbreaks in all four nations of the UK and housing orders for England, Wales and Northern Ireland are in place, meaning all poultry has to now be housed if the flock totals more than fifty birds. We hear from farmers at the Royal Welsh Winter Fair in Builth Wells.All week we're looking at dairy farming. One family farm which has invested heavily in technology for the future is run by Rob Davies and his son Harry. Instead of selling the livestock, the farm in Herefordshire has built an aerobic digester to reduce energy costs, bought robots to milk the cows and grows all its own feed.Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Manny Salcedo, President and Founder of Dairy Performance Network, explains how technology is transforming compliance, efficiency, and management in large-scale dairy operations. He shares examples of using data integration, automation, and monitoring tools to reduce errors, improve consistency, and optimize herd performance. Learn how technology bridges gaps between protocols and execution on farms. Listen now on all major platforms!"Now there are tools that can actually help you measure compliance, and then compliance eventually leads to better performance."Meet the guest: Manny Salcedo is the President and Founder of Dairy Performance Network, where he has spent nearly a decade developing innovative technology solutions for U.S. dairy farms. With a background in both herd management and computer science, he focuses on bridging agriculture and technology to improve efficiency, sustainability, and profitability. Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:25) Introduction(01:47) Data integration(05:43) Compliance explained(08:47) Missed breeding impact(11:19) Workforce monitoring(21:25) Automation benefits(25:07) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Afimilk* Adisseo* Priority IAC* Lallemand* Evonik- Berg + Schmidt- ICC- Natural Biologics- SmaXtec- Protekta- AHV- dsm-firmenich

Twenty years ago Berwick Settle was a Southland sharemilker. Since then he's worked in some of the biggest dairy farms in the world, helping set up farms in China and Russia where cows live year round in huge barns, a far cry from New Zealand's pastoral system. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Joe and Hollywood are already looking ahead to Halloween, plus Joe tells some childhood stories from the old Dairy Farm. The Dolphins and Ravens are in similar situations both heading into TNF sitting at 2-6.

Dr. Dahl presented a Real Science webinar on heat stress on April 1, 2025. You can find the webinar at balchem.com/realscience. This episode of Real Science Exchange further explores the key elements of Dr. Dahl's webinar.Dr. Dahl talks about geographical differences in whether farms provide cooling for dry or lactating cows. Cows get heat stressed long before humans. Some farms are concerned that using misters for cooling will add too much water to their manure handling systems. He notes a study comparing conventional misters and fans, no cooling, and smart soakers that only provide mist if a cow is present. When the total amount of water (drinking + cooling system) was evaluated, the smart soakers cooled as well as the conventional system, but used the same amount of water as the no cooling group.  (7:08)During the dry period, a main impact of heat stress is a reduction in dry matter intake. However, there are dramatic shifts in immune function and effects on mammary development and redevelopment in cows who experience heat stress in the dry period. This sets the stage for lower productivity in the next lactation. In addition, there are many negative impacts on the in utero calf from heat stress. Calves from heat stressed dams are challenged from a growth standpoint, in addition to organ development challenges in the mammary gland, ovaries, and immune system. These calves are less likely to make it through their first lactation, are less productive, and pass their poor production and survival phenotype on to their offspring. (14:28)Dr. Tao talks about when during the dry period to provide cooling for cows. Spoiler alert: the entire dry period! He also notes that bred heifers should have cooling provided for the last 60 days of gestation as well. Laura asks about the impact of heat stress on neonatal calves and how it may impact their mammary development. More research is needed in this area, and you also have to wait two years to collect data from the first lactation. Dr. Dahl notes that observations from season of birth data indicate lower longevity for calves who are born to heat stressed dams. (18:26)Milk production is decreased by 8-10 pounds per day for cows stressed during the dry period, and they also produce a lower volume of colostrum. Calves from heat stressed dams also have a lower rate of passive transfer of antibodies from colostrum. The panel talks about why that might be, whether or not those gut differences persist after calfhood, and how that might be related to growth differences between heat stressed and cooled calves. (27:30)What about reproduction? It appears that heat stress during the dry period has a negative impact on reproductive function in the subsequent breeding season. Recent research has indicated that calves experiencing heat stress in utero have poor gonadal development and lower follicular reserves. In addition, placental development is also negatively affected. Dr. Tao notes that heat stress negatively impacts mammary gland involution during the dry off period. All of this leads to a decrease in cow longevity. (35:36)Dr. Dahl describes a retrospective records study using Florida and California herds to evaluate cows in their fifth through eighth lactations. In Florida, about three-quarters of those animals were born in cooler parts of the year rather than in hotter months of the year. The pattern in California was similar, though not quite as extreme. (44:02)Dr. Tao and Dr. Dahl expand on the economics of cooling cows, including return on investment and the costs of not cooling. The guests also talk about some of their research abstracts at the 2025 ADSA meetings. (48:10)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (57:41)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

This episode was recorded in Fort Wayne, Indiana, during the 2025 Tri-State Dairy Conference.Dr. Fessenden gives an overview of his presentation which covered both research and field information on automated milking systems. He recommends going back to basics and formulating a rumen-friendly PMR with a complementary palatable feed that encourages the cows into the robot system. (5:57)The panel discusses ideas for driving cows to the robot on different types of PMRs, management of transition and late lactation cows in automated milking systems, and the use of custom pellets versus other supplemental feeds in the robot. (9:04)Dr. Fessenden talks about some of his experiences visiting automated milking systems in Europe and some of the differences between European and North American approaches to diet formulations in automated systems. The group goes on to talk about different options for supplemental feed formulations in the robot. (18:38)Dr. Fessenden and Dr. Tylutki share ideas for how feeding technology could help both traditional and automated milking farms in the future. They discuss more precise grouping of cows and targeted feeding of those groups to better match requirements, as well as how movement to different pens and diet changes can impact milk production. (23:45) Dr. Tylutki updates the group on advancements in the AMTS balancing tools for multiple robot feeds. He and Dr. Fessenden describe the challenges of developing new tools that are streamlined and user-friendly for nutritionists. They also delve into the role artificial intelligence and machine learning might play in ration balancing in the future. (29:32)Dr. Fessenden encourages nutritionists to think outside the box when working with automated milking herds to make decisions that are right for that particular farm. Dr. Tylutki chimes in with advice to spend time actually watching the cows on the farm, and Dr. Van Soest echoes this sentiment when it comes to troubleshooting issues with the robots themselves. Don't just assume it's an issue with the ration - ask or observe for yourself what may have changed on the farm that could contribute to the issue the farm is facing. (40:02)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (45:20)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

When it comes to farming, planning for the next season today is key, says the Coubrough family. The 5th generation dairying family is are all on the same page - they want robotics to milk the cows for them. You can find photos and read more about the stories in this episode on our webpage, here.With thanks to:Brett and Linda CoubroughMake sure you're following us on your favourite podcast app, so you don't miss new episodes every Friday evening.Want to chat to us or find out more about RNZ Podcasts? Join the RNZ Podcasts Discussion Facebook group where we share behind the scenes info about our series, and invite you to share feedback, recommendations and ask us questions.Send us your feedback or get in touch at country@rnz.co.nzGo to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Tim Baker is a veteran of the organic dairy industry. He joins us to talk about his start on a small dairy farm in Michigan, managing large operations in the west and now bringing his knowledge to all size farmers throughout the country. Rooted In Organic Podcast is sponsored by Byron Seeds.

James Lauren is a board certified nurse practitioner who recently opened up a primary care clinic in Hudson. James is also a new homeowner and bravely let me try in-person recording at his adorable farmhouse with my miniature new recording system. We talk about primary care—what it is and why it matters, plus who their clinic serves. Short answer: everybody. We also chat  about being a new homeowner, bartering labor, talking to people, being nice, painting a subfloor (which is a thing) and what a carpet knife is. Yes, I am still learning new things.Ice cream comes up and we trade notes about our favorite spots across the Valley, plus an upcoming visit to a corn maize. Tune in for a great, timely conversation, and if you are looking for a medical provider, check out James practice called Westside Family Medicine in Hudson, NY.  Links to places mentioned in this episode:James Lauren's web site with appt schedulingWestside Family Medicine, Greenport/Hudson Tommy B's Pizza, Craryville Random Harvest market, Craryville Zinnia's Dinette, Craryville https://www.zinniasdinette.com/Sideshow Vintage, Craryville Samascott's Orchards, Kinderhook https://www.samascottorchards.com/Stewart's (multiple locations)Fortune's ice cream, Tivoli Holy Cow, Red HookDel's Dairy Farm, Rhinebeck and Hudson  Story Screen Cinema, Hudson Plaza Diner Hudson, Greenport Grandma's Hands Bakery Thanks for listening to Cidiot, the award-winning podcast about moving to the Hudson Valley. Sign up for the newsletter at Cidiot.com and please rate and review the show at the site or in the Apple Podcasts store.  Come visit.©2025 Mat Zucker Communications. Cidiot® is a Registered Trademark.

This episode was recorded at the 2025 Western Dairy Management Conference in Reno, Nevada.Dr. Cantor gives an overview of her presentation at the conference, focusing on data from accelerometers and robotic feeders to predict calf sickness. While the correlations are there and we know calves change activity, behavior and feeding behavior before they get sick, there is more work to be done before the technology is ready for wide implementation. When data from both accelerometers and robotic feeders were used, Dr. Cantor's group was able to find respiratory disease with a 96% accuracy six days before clinical symptoms. (2:36)Dr. James and Dr. Cantor discuss the use of robotic feeders in the industry and the under-utilization of data collected by the feeders. Dr. James shares observations from a farm he works with about heifers coming in to the milking herd who were raised on robotic feeders compared to those raised in calf hutches. (6:15)The panel discusses the accuracy, specificity and sensitivity of the predictions from monitoring technologies. They also touch on challenges around deciding what parameters to use to classify an animal experiencing the onset of clinical disease and how that will vary depending on the disease. They go on to share their experiences with training algorithms and how computer scientists have different goals than animal scientists with this type of technology. (11:17)Dr. James talks about how data collection and using data can be a hard sell on some calf ranches. The panel talks about some of the challenges they have seen with adoption of technology and recordkeeping on dairies of various sizes. (28:30)Dr. Giordano gives an overview of his presentation on using monitoring technology in fresh cows to predict disease. His group has worked with wearable sensors that monitor rumination time and physical activity. More recently, sensor companies have added eating behavior and body temperature. Variations in these parameters create a health alert to check on that particular animal. (39:08)He goes on to describe two extremes in dairy farms. One spends little time and effort on looking for sick cows, while the other puts a lot of time and effort into this task. He discusses how bringing technology to these two types of farms benefits them and what drawbacks there are, along with an economic analysis for each. (43:14)The panel discusses how implementing monitoring technologies require a change in management. Allowing animals the opportunity to express their natural behavior is critical to success. They also talk about how veterinarians view this technology and the target age for calves to best learn how to use a robotic feeder. (48:54)Panelists share their take-home thoughts. (57:11)Please subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

Earlier this year, Balchem and Progressive Dairy Magazine partnered to create a new webinar series, The Real Producer Exchange. In this podcast episode, Scott and Walt reflect on the first webinar in the series, where Clare Alderink from Brian Ryzebol Dairy was the featured producer. Walt gives an overview of the premise and setup of the webinar series along with a brief overview of Clare's background and current operation. Walt and Scott go on to share some excerpts from the webinar. (0:33)Clare talks about the dairy's experience incorporating high oleic soybeans into their rations, including pitfalls, growing pains and successes. (2:56)Ryzebol Dairy uses the AfiCollar feed efficiency tool. Clare talks about how they're using the data from the collars to make culling and breeding decisions, with an eye toward selecting more efficient cows to produce replacement heifers over time. (9:35)Clare also shares about things the dairy has tried that didn't work out so well, including the installation of solar. He notes that more research and discussion should have taken place among the dairy, the developer and the utility.  (16:28)Scott and Walt invite listeners to the next Real Producer Exchange on Tuesday, August 26 at 11 am EST, featuring Rob Diepersloot, a seventh generation dairy farmer and founder of WonderCow Nutrition, a colostrum-based wellness company. Topics will include how the family started and manages a consumer colostrum product, and how it impacts the dairy; the many differences in management needs across three locations – two in California and one in Colorado; and the vital role sustainability plays in all aspects of both businesses. (19:57)To register for the Real Producer Exchange webinar on August 26, visit balchem.com/realsciencePlease subscribe and share with your industry friends to invite more people to join us at the Real Science Exchange virtual pub table.  If you want one of our Real Science Exchange t-shirts, screenshot your rating, review, or subscription, and email a picture to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your size and mailing address, and we'll mail you a shirt.

In this episode, the hosts debate the acquisition of a €20M dairy farm in Romania, balancing its EU certifications, solar power, and commodity risks against complex operations and geopolitical uncertainty.Business Listing – https://mergerscorp.com/property/profitable-exclusive-dairy-farm/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.