Podcasts about dairy industry

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We have a special State of the Dairy Industry program featuring Farm Journal's Milk editor Karen Bohnert and Phil Plourd, head of market intelligence at EverAg. Plus William Loux of the National Milk Producers Federation also shares his knowledge on dairy, including exports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dairy industry has a lot to lose in trade wars.

In Season 5, Episode 35 of The Food Professor podcast, co-hosts Michael LeBlanc and Sylvain Charlebois deliver an information-packed episode with significant developments in both personal and industry news.Sylvain Charlebois opens with a major announcement about joining Texas A&M University on August 1st to lead their #1-ranked Masters in Agribusiness program while maintaining his position at Dalhousie University. Speaking from Saskatoon, Sylvain shares insights about his keynote on AI in the food business and briefly touches on the political climate following recent Canadian election results.The second Canadian Food Sentiment Index reveals continued concerns about food inflation, with many consumers pessimistically expecting double-digit inflation rates. The report highlights growing consumer trust in independent grocers, likely driven by the strengthening Buy Local movement. Sylvain notes that grocery retailers like Loblaw are becoming more transparent about strategic challenges they face.The featured interview showcases an in-depth in-person conversation live at SIAL Canada between Sylvain and Gilles Froment, Senior Vice President of Government Relations at Lactalis and President of the International Dairy Federation (IDF), marking the podcast's first solo interview by Sylvain in five years.Froment, only the third Canadian to head the IDF in its 120-year history, explains the organization's role in establishing global dairy standards through its network of 1,200 experts worldwide. The discussion covers critical industry topics including the challenges of plant-based alternatives using dairy terminology, global dairy demand outpacing supply, and the projection of a significant global milk shortage by 2030—potentially equivalent to three times Canada's annual production.Both experts agree this shortage represents a missed opportunity for Canada due to supply management limitations, despite the country's excellent reputation for dairy quality and safety standards. The conversation also explores sustainability challenges facing the dairy industry, with Froment detailing his four-pillar approach: economic sustainability, social impact, environmental responsibility, and nutritional value.Climate change initiatives discussed include carbon sequestration research, genetic selection for lower methane-emitting cows, and the controversy surrounding feed additives. Froment emphasizes the need for carbon measurement at farm level and incentive-based approaches rather than punitive taxation.The episode concludes with Michael and Sylvain discussing Weight Watchers' bankruptcy filing—attributed to the rise of GLP-1 weight loss drugs—and Tim Hortons' new partnership with Canadian actor Ryan Reynolds, debating whether this celebrity endorsement will effectively attract their target demographic of younger women to the coffee chain.. The Food Professor #podcast is presented by Caddle. About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Professor in food distribution and policy in the Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University. Before joining Dalhousie, he was affiliated with the University of Guelph's Arrell Food Institute, which he co-founded. Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. Google Scholar ranks him as one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability.He has authored five books on global food systems, his most recent one published in 2017 by Wiley-Blackwell entitled “Food Safety, Risk Intelligence and Benchmarking”. He has also published over 500 peer-reviewed journal articles in several academic publications. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, including The Lancet, The Economist, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, BBC, NBC, ABC, Fox News, Foreign Affairs, the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star.Dr. Charlebois sits on a few company boards, and supports many organizations as a special advisor, including some publicly traded companies. Charlebois is also a member of the Scientific Council of the Business Scientific Institute, based in Luxemburg. Dr. Charlebois is a member of the Global Food Traceability Centre's Advisory Board based in Washington DC, and a member of the National Scientific Committee of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in Ottawa. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

What exciting opportunities are on the horizon for the dairy supply chain? Where is the industry seeing growth, and where are there opportunities for investment? How can the industry come together to tackle today's challenges? Join us for this week's episode of The Dairy Download to hear three CEOs who are leading forward in the dairy industry. Daragh Maccabee, CEO of Idaho Milk Products; Joe Diglio, President and CEO of Michigan Milk Products; and Seth Teply, President and CEO, U.S. and Canada for Tetra Pak share their perspectives on where things stand today and what the future looks like for the industry.If your company is interested in sponsoring a block of episodes of The Dairy Download, contact IDFA's Lindsay Gold at lgold@idfa.org.Like the show?Rate The Dairy Download on Apple Podcasts!

We are now entering milk pricing season in the Australian dairy industry, which means there will be plenty of headline news as we head into milk processors announcing prices on the 1st June as required under the mandatory Dairy Code of Conduct.Joanne Bills, Director of the Global Insights team with Ever.Ag (Freshagenda) outlines their forecast around milk pricing with particular reference to the NSW industry and we also discuss some of the implications of the Trump Administration's tariff announcements on the Australian dairy industry.  Milk Value Portal (MVP) Fresh Agenda Quarterly Insights Report (MVP)Farmgate Milk Value tool (MVP - calculator)This podcast is an initiative of the NSW DPI Dairy Business Advisory Unit – further information and resources are available here - Dairy | Department of Primary IndustriesIt is brought to you in partnership the Hunter Local Land ServicesPlease share this podcast with your fellow farmers and colleagues and feel free to contact us with suggestions or comments via this email address thebusinessofdairy@gmail.comFurther NSW DPI Dairy channels to follow and subscribe to include:NSW DPI Dairy Facebook pageNSW DPI Dairy Newsletter - Connect with us | Department of Primary Industries Transcript hereProduced by Video LiftThe information discussed in this podcast are for informative and educational purposes only and do not constitute advice. 

Timestamps & Summary  Chris Gwyn (03:02)What is important for producers and nutritionists to consider when optimizing stock and density in their dairies?Dr. Rick Grant (03:10)Well, that's the big question, isn't it?And there are at least two or three main factors that we can get into today. One would be just, I had an aha moment a few years ago when a grad student and I realized that we need to think about overcrowding as a subclinical stressor. That allows us to think about how the same level of stocking density of stalls or feed bunk doesn't affect every herd the same way because the point at which a subclinical stressor affects a cow within a herd really is a function of the quality of the management on that dairy as well as the quality of the facilities. […]The other thing, I would say is, we know this, but we don't think about it enough. When we say stocking density, we count stalls, we count cows, or we count headlocks, we count cows. But we need to always step back and think within a pen, what is the experienced stocking density from an individual cow's perspective? […] I think that's something we need to think more about in terms of managing a given stocking density on a specific farm, the cow's perspective. […]We did a study where we found that cows tend to prefer the stalls nearest the pen exit, particularly lame cows. And doesn't that make sense? If you're a lame cow and walking is a bit challenging for you, you may have 50 stalls to choose from, but you choose the ones that are closest to the exit or the entrance. That tells me right there that a simple mathematical calculation of stocking density would fail those moderately lame cows because they don't have 50 stalls available to them. They might only have 10 or 12 if you allow them to express their natural desired resting behavior. That's something we need to wrestle with in the industry. Chris Gwyn (07:13)What are some of the key metrics or cow observations that we should follow in order to ensure that what we use on the farm, as far as stocking density, helps us to maximize that component yield or profitability?Dr. Rick Grant (07:30)Well, certainly, the things that we normally measure, like milk yield, intake, repro health, all of those things can give us clues in terms of how well the cows in that pen are dealing with the day-over-day chronic subclinical stress of the overcrowding. […] But at some point, every herd will have a problem with additional stressors. And how many stressors are there on a typical farm? The list is long. You might say time outside the pen is too long. Are all the stalls comfortable? Is feed available 24/7? All these things are critical factors that can snowball or add to the negative consequences of some subclinical degree of overcrowding. […] Chris Gwyn (10:05)What are the essential factors in managing these cow pens if we're managing to a higher level of stocking density?Dr. Rick Grant (10:12)We did some work a number of years ago. We looked at almost 80 farms in New York and Vermont, and it was all breeds. Jersey and Holstein breeds, tie stalls, free stalls, and some robotic herds. The things that rose to the top in terms of essential factors […] is that they don't go as high in bunk stocking density. They just don't push the system as hard. That's simple to say, but that was the biggest factor. In fact, we looked at all the variations in terms of milk fat and protein across these 69 herds; 65 % of the variation in component output was due just to bunk stocking density, not necessarily nutrition. […] Chris Gwyn (12:58)What are the key takeaways that you would share with the audience: nutritionists, veterinarians, and primary producers? If they're going to manage through stocking density, what do they need to really pay attention to?Dr. Rick Grant (13:12)I think the best answer for that hit me a few years ago. I was reading this paper on robotic milking systems and automated milking systems. It was over 120 farms. […] What struck me is the factors on the farm that contributed to the best milk yield, and the best lameness outcomes were the exact same list of factors that we've seen with free stall barns and probably even tie stall barns to a certain extent. But it's feed push ups and deep-bedded sand in these 120 farms. Those two factors, feed availability, comfortable stalls, and deep-bedded sand, resulted in 4 to 5 pounds, at least more milk production on average. The other thing about lameness […] is the same as the free stall herds: greater bunk space, feeding frequency, and deep-bedded stalls. You sound like a broken record, but those factors rise to the top in every study that I'm aware of. […]At the end of the day, if you can get that done, you're going to have a good balance in your herd between eating time, and eating behavior, and you're going to have that recumbent rumination, that lying down rumination that we think is so critical to cow health and performance.

A new report finds that Americans consume more dairy than they did a decade ago. Vermont dairy farmers are trying to capitalize.

Donald Trump's tariffs are having ripple effects here and everywhere. Infometrics is drastically reducing its GDP growth forecast from 2.6% to just 1%. Many economists now expect the Reserve Bank to go further with OCR cuts than previously forecast, in spite of a likely rise in inflation. Fonterra Chief Executive Miles Hurrell told Mike Hosking there will be some kind of global slowdown. He says it will start in the US, where consumers are already feeling the impact of the tariffs, but any slowdown in the world's largest economy will ultimately be felt everywhere. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet Hayley and Stephanie Painter, the dynamic sister duo behind Painterland Sisters, an organic Skyr yogurt brand that's bringing transparency, nutrition, and real farm flavor to shelves across the country. Raised on their family's fourth-generation regenerative dairy farm in Northern Pennsylvania, Hayley and Stephanie launched their brand with a bold vision: to connect consumers directly with American farmers while offering a nutrient-dense product that tastes as good as it does good.In this episode, they chat with Elizabeth about how growing up barefoot on the farm shaped their values, why regenerative farming is the future of food, and how they went from hand-labeling yogurt in their 20s to selling over 6 million units. You'll also hear how they balance sisterhood and business, why they refuse to follow food trends, and what's next for this mission-driven brand. Episodes Here Say Hi To Elizabeth and Purely Elizabeth: Website | InstagramPainterland Sisters Yogurt: WebsiteMentioned: evanhealy Fishwives 

Fonterra's elaborating on the details of their consumer brand sell-off. The conundrum comes off the back of a monster half year result in which operating profit rose to 16%. The planned divestment could see brands like Anchor and Mainland sold off. CEO Miles Hurrell told Mike Hosking the key for any good business is knowing what you're good at. He says that over the years, the returns as an ingredients business have been stellar, but farmers aren't getting the desired return on capital from the consumer side of things. He says they believe they can get higher returns from investing that cash back into ingredients and food service. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Hawke's Bay biotech company is using cutting edge technology to turn waste from the dairy industry into high value protein.

Fonterra has delivered a strong interim result for the 2025 fiscal year. It's reported a half year Profit after Tax of $729 million, with earnings of 44 cents per share. It's alongside a Farmgate Milk Price midpoint of $10 per kilograms of milk solids for the season ending 2025. CEO Miles Hurrell says it's pleasing to be able to deliver these results for farmer shareholders and unit holders. Dairy Insights Consultant Stu Davison told Mike Hosking the entire industry is fizzing. He says it's a pretty uncommon result to see a strong milk price and a strong dividend in the same season, and they're going to ride the wave while they've got it. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's good news for diary giant Fonterra, whose first half net profit is up 8 percent to $729 million, with a revenue growth of 14 percent. A dividend of 22 cents a share will be paid, and the forecast farmgate milkprice is sitting at a midpoint of $10 a kilo. What is the message to farmers? Fonterra Chief Executive Miles Hurrell talks to Tim Beveridge about the result. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dairy farmers are being urged to pay down debt while they're in a good position to do so. Fonterra's already forecasting a midpoint of $10 this season. Industry organisation Dairy NZ expects the situation to continue, forecasting a payout above $10 next season. DairyNZ Head of Economics Mark Storey told Mike Hosking it's a good chance to clear debt while payouts are rising, and interest rates are falling. He says farmers have been making repayments in the last few seasons, and they should continue to do so. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prices have been good for dairy producers, including milk.

Dr. Sylvain Charlebois, ‘The Food Professor’, Senior Director at Agri-Food Analytics Lab and Professor of Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University

Owner of Madison specialty cheese shop calls on President Trump to reinstate agricultural grants to dairy farmers. The post Fromagination Owner Says Trump Tariffs Hit Local Dairy Industry Hard appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Bill Deutsch Dairy Industry Service Award winner talks about his life as a dairy farmer and giving back to the industry he loves   

Too hot, too dry, too wet - seasonal conditions can be challenging to manage for those on the land. Forecasting for the season ahead can be difficult but is important when planning what you will do now or in the coming months. The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's Climate team have some excellent freely available resources including a recently released Drought Forecasting tool. Kel Langfield and Jen Wurtzel from the team step us through these tools and how they can be used by farmers and their advisors. Please use the links in the show notes to access these tools and other information, noting that the State Seasonal Update report is released at the beginning of the month and the drought forecast maps are updated twice a month.Email the team: seasonal.conditions@dpird.nsw.gov.au  DPIRD Climate webpageState Seasonal Update  Drought forecastCombined Drought IndicatorFarm Tracker AppMy Farm DashboardSurvey - Have Your SaySeasonal Conditions Information PortalClimate DogsBoM OutlooksClimate Forecasts and MonitoringSeasonal Climate Forecasts in Australian Agriculture Case StudiesDrought Hub   LLSThis podcast is an initiative of the NSW DPI Dairy Business Advisory Unit – further information and resources are available here - Dairy | Department of Primary IndustriesIt is brought to you in partnership the Hunter Local Land ServicesPlease share this podcast with your fellow farmers and colleagues and feel free to contact us with suggestions or comments via this email address thebusinessofdairy@gmail.comFurther NSW DPI Dairy channels to follow and subscribe to include:NSW DPI Dairy Facebook pageDPI Intensive Livestock Twitter feedNSW DPI Dairy NewsletterTranscript hereProduced by Video LiftThe information discussed in this podcast are for informative and educational purposes only and do not constitute advice. 

In this week of Humans of Agriculture we have the pleasure of catching Paul Niven. Paul has come back to Australia after a  long career working within China's dairy industry. He's a seasoned agricultural leader with a wealth of experience  agribusiness and international consulting. He paints a picture of how his small roots from growing up on a farm in Central New South Wales eventually lead to working in China's rapidly evolving dairy industry.Paul provides unique insights into the challenges and opportunities of farming in China, the cultural adaptations required, and the lessons he brought back to Australia after over a decade abroad. From navigating five-year strategic plans to implementing major operational efficiencies, Paul's story is one of adaptability, leadership, and lifelong learning.In this episode you will hear about:Paul's Early Years – Growing up on a farm in NSW and the early ambitions that led him into veterinary science and consulting.The Leap to China – What led Paul to leave Tasmania's VDL Farms for a senior role in China's dairy sector.Operating at Scale – Managing 16,000+ milking cows, modernizing dairy operations, and handling wastewater treatment challenges.Cultural Adaptation – Moving his family from Tasmania to Beijing and the personal challenges of adjusting to life in China.Lessons in Leadership – The Chinese approach to efficiency, compliance, and rapid innovation, and how Australian agriculture can learn from it.Returning to Australia – Why Paul made the decision to come home and what's next for him in Australian agribusiness.Advice for Young Professionals – Why agriculture offers global career opportunities, and why young people should "just do it" when it comes to working overseas.Subscribe and Review: Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more listeners passionate about agriculture and the incredible people behind it!

Is dairy really as good for you as they say? Or is it time to break up with it for good? In this episode of Super Life, Darin Olien sits down with Bailey Ruskus, also known as Chef Bai, to uncover the hidden truths about the dairy industry and why so many people struggle to give it up. They dive into the health risks of dairy, the environmental damage of factory farming, and the political influence of the dairy industry that keeps it on our plates. Bailey shares her personal journey from a classically trained French chef to a plant-based advocate, how she overcame autoimmune disease and chronic pain, and why she wrote Breaking Up with Dairy to help others take back their health. If you've ever wondered why dairy is everywhere, why it's so addictive, or how to transition away from it without missing out on flavor—this episode is for you!     What You'll Learn in This Episode: (00:00:00) Introduction – Why this episode could change how you see dairy forever. (00:04:13) The Power of Taking Action in Uncertain Times – How contributing can help overcome anxiety. (00:06:24) Why the Dairy Industry Needs a Rebrand – The culture war in wellness and misinformation. (00:08:38) Breaking Up with Dairy—It's Not Just About Going Vegan – Why this movement is bigger than diet labels. (00:09:04) How Dairy Affects Your Health – Gut health, inflammation, cancer risks, and heart disease. (00:12:45) The Environmental Cost of Dairy – The shocking amount of water, land, and pollution involved. (00:14:12) The Political Machine Behind Dairy – How government lobbying and subsidies push dairy on consumers. (00:16:24) The Five Stages of Breaking Up with Dairy – Why denial, anger, and bargaining are all part of the process. (00:19:38) The Addiction Factor—Why Dairy is Hard to Quit – The opioid-like compounds in cheese and their effects. (00:22:48) What the Dairy Industry Doesn't Want You to Know – The truth behind factory farming and marketing tactics. (00:25:18) How to Transition Away from Dairy Without Feeling Deprived – Delicious plant-based alternatives and easy swaps. (00:28:40) Why Most People Don't Realize Dairy Cows Are Just Mothers – The emotional side of the industry. (00:32:57) The Role of Awareness & Taking Back Control – Why education is the most powerful tool for change. (00:37:39) Food as Activism—How Your Choices Can Create Change – Why what you eat matters more than you think. (00:42:10) Why This Isn't Just About You—It's a Bigger Issue – Looking beyond personal health to global impact. (00:46:25) How Plant-Based Cheese is Revolutionizing Food – The secrets to making delicious dairy-free alternatives. (00:49:12) The Most Surprising Thing About Writing This Book – What Bailey learned from researching the dairy industry. (00:52:14) Why the Dairy Industry Fears Social Media – How viral content is disrupting their marketing tactics. (00:57:26) Bailey's Personal Battle with Autoimmune Disease – How food changed her health when doctors couldn't. (01:04:11) How to Advocate for Your Own Health – Why you don't have to feel stuck in the system. (01:08:10) What Living a “Super Life” Means to Bailey – Gratitude, presence, and the power of food.     Don't Forget... Darin is offering an exclusive 15% discount on Air Doctor HEPA filters to help you breathe cleaner, healthier air. Visit Superlife.com and check out the marketplace to claim your discount.     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/DARIN and using code DARIN at checkout. Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order. Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off     Find More From Bailey Ruskus (Chef Bai): Website: chefbai.kitchen Instagram: @ChefBai YouTube: Chef Bai Book: Breaking Up with Dairy – Available wherever books are sold!     Find More From Darin: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences  

In this episode, we honor and celebrate the remarkable career and contributions of Dr. Jim Drackley from the University of Illinois, a pioneer in dairy science and animal nutrition. Jim's work has reshaped our understanding of dairy cow health, metabolism and nutrition. Dr. Cardoso, Dr. Overton, and co-host Dr. Jeff Elliott are former coworkers or graduate students of Dr. Drackley's. (0:11)Dr. Drackley begins by telling the audience about his background and how he became a dairy scientist. He talks about several of his mentors during his schooling. (9:20)Speaking of mentors, Scott asks Dr. Elliot, Dr. Overton, and Dr. Cardoso to describe Dr. Drackley's mentorship of them during teaching, graduate school and beyond. They praise Jim's thoughtfulness and hands-off approach that taught them to think critically. (14:06)When it comes to major contributions to the industry, Dr. Drackley names two that he is most proud of: expanding the knowledge of controlled energy dry cow programs using straw and corn silage to help control energy intake and his work in baby calf nutrition, specifically feeding more milk on-farm to calves. Dr. Overton adds that a visionary paper Dr. Drackley wrote in the late 1990s where he referred to the transition period as the final frontier as another important contribution. Dr. Cardoso also emphasizes Dr. Drackley's excellent teaching skills as another achievement of note. (20:58)Dr. Drackley says the teaching part of the job was the part that scared him the most when he started. Graduate school offers little formal teaching training and experience so one learns on the job. Jim describes his teaching style as organized, and he liked teaching in an outline fashion, working from the main topic down through the details. He worked hard to get to know the students, learn their names as soon as possible, and be approachable and empathetic. Later in his career, he used a flipped classroom approach for a lactation biology course and enjoyed it. (28:45)The panel then reminisces about how much technology has changed from a teaching perspective as well as statistical analysis. Lecturing has moved from chalkboard to overhead projector to slide carousel to PowerPoint. Statistical analysis has moved from punch cards or sending data to a mainframe computer to performing real-time statistical analysis on your computer at your desk. (33:00)Jeff, Phil, and Tom share stories and memories of their time with Jim. (37:30)Scott asks Jim what challenges will need to be tackled in the future in the dairy industry. He lists environmental aspects (nitrogen, phosphorus, and greenhouse gases), increasing economic pressure on farms, and improving forage production and efficiency of nutrient use. Dr. Drackley's advice for young researchers is to carve out a niche for yourself. (47:40)Dr. Elliott, Dr. Overton, and Dr. Cardoso share some final thoughts paying tribute to Dr. Drackley and his accomplished career. (1:06:18)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.

Freezing rain has made it a slippery morning so people are advised to use caution. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck gives details on what can be expected the rest of the week, which includes strong winds and snow.Charitee Seebecker has a conversation with Charles Narveson, the Green County Highway Commissioner on how they use an unexpected product to keep their roads safe during the wintertime. This being cheese brine.It has been about a year since Wisconsin passed a legislation to allow heavier trucks on highways to transport dairy products. Stephanie Hoff talks with Luke Buholzer, the Vice President of Sales for Klondike Cheese Company, on the impact this legislation has had on their company.Humane societies are a great place to get a new pet for your family, but what does it take to help all these animals? Ben Jarboe is joined by Lisa Bernard, the Development and Communications Director at the Dane County Humane Society, to see how many people it takes to help nearly 4,300 animals a year.Matt Tranel, the Senior Dairy Market Advisor with EverAg, joins the show to speak to the impact the delayed tariffs have on the Dairy Industry. He also shares that the number of dairy cattle in the U.S. is shrinking, as well as how the Global Dairy Trade is helping the U.S. dairy market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. Waitangi: 2/10 At some point the minority is going to realise the majority, i.e. us, tuned out years ago, and the circus that passes for a so-called National Day needs a massive rethink. School lunches: 2/10 Well, the whining is a two anyway. General reports suggest the lunches themselves are fine, but the bitching and media clickbait superficiality has to stop. The Warriors: 7/10 First trial game tonight in Sydney against the Sharks. Can it be? Yes it can! Tariffs: 6/10 Lord knows where it goes and whether a full-scale war breaks out, but it's a first early win for the Trumpster over Mexico and Canada. The Trumpster: 6/10 If you ever want to experience Trump in full mad, unrestrained, "can this be real", "how nuts is he" flight, watch the presser with Netanyahu. It was mental. The NZRU: 2/10 If you ever wondered why they are in the state they are, read the story about TJ's tantrum and their handling and there is your answer. Dairy: 9/10 That lot are going stratospheric. Another blockbuster auction and the billions continue to flow. God bless the farmers, and that's before we get to the apples. Go the Bay! LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's your local news for Tuesday, February 4, 2025:We learn how a federal funding freeze could jeopardize violence prevention efforts in Wisconsin,Find out why nature's pest control workers are in peril,Sit down with a self-described "YIMBY" running for city council,Explore the potential consequences of Trump's tariff plans,Ask an immigration attorney to outline your rights,Explain how birds are able to stay warm in the winter,And much more.

Is it time to say good riddance to Supply Management in the dairy industry?  Guest: Ryan Cardwell - Professor, Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Manitoba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into the latest health trends and shifting consumer preferences in the dairy industry with a dynamic panel featuring John Crawford, SVP of Client Insights for the Dairy Category at Circana; Donna Berry, Editor & Consultant at Dairy & Food Communications Inc.; Patrycja Kotowska, Category Strategy Manager at Sprouts Farmers Market; and Fred Schonenberg, Founder & CEO of VentureFuel. Recorded live at the Real California Milk Excelerator's Future of Dairy Expo in November 2024, this discussion covers everything from lactose-free products to sourcing transparency and the growing demand for products that align with consumer values.

Alex Turner of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service explains efforts over the past year to monitor and mitigate a strain of H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Flu found in milk samples in dairy cattle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dairy sector's upbeat heading into the new year. Dairy prices are up 1.4% at the latest Global Dairy Trade auction, while Fonterra's still predicting farmgate milk prices to reach a record $10.50 midpoint this year. New Zealand's milk production in 2024 was also the highest in five years. Fonterra co-operative council chair, John Stevenson told Ryan Bridge it's looking really positive from an on-farm perspective. He says supplementary feed supplies, silage, and crops have had a good start to summer. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Vermont, many dairy farmers don't seem immediately concerned about losing their workforce. But farmworker organizers say they're worried about increased immigration enforcement worsening poor conditions on farms.

The cold weather is here to stay, and eastern Wisconsin could see a bit of snow. Ag meteorologist Stu Muck has the details. Wisconsin is home to a healthy forest products industry and Stephanie Hoff talks with Scott Lyon, the DNR forest products team leader, on what the year has looked like and what can be expected in the future. The dairy industry is always trying to find ways to be more productive and one new technology will help breed better cattle. Charitee Seebecker has a discussion with Melissa Freitas, the West & Northeast FPC Team Leader for VAS, on their new embryo tracking technology. John Heinberg joins the show to discuss what to look for in the USDA and Grain stocks reports that come out at the end of the week. He also says that South America is experiencing a drought currently which could help push the soybean prices higher in the future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Alderman Michael Murphy retirement, deportation impact on dairy farming, students react to DEI cuts, the future of MPM's A Tribute to Survival exhibit.

In this episode of Seen and Herd, host Amanda Russell sits down with Western CEO Anja Raudabaugh to unpack the "Bovaer Blow-Up" and its implications for sustainability in the dairy industry. They explore the clash between scientific advancements in methane reduction and consumer demands for natural, GMO-free products. Discover the lessons learned from this PR crisis and what it means for the future of dairy sustainability efforts. Link: Polling Mentioned by Anja Raudabaugh Link: Bovaer and the UK Dairy Industry: A Sustainability Breakthrough or PR Challenge? with Chris Walkland

On this special episode of Let's Chat Dairy, Alyssa Badger sits down with UK dairy expert Chris Walkland to unpack the controversy surrounding Bovaer, a feed additive designed to reduce methane emissions from dairy cows. While it's being hailed as a major step forward for sustainability, the story has sparked significant consumer backlash. Listen on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠highgrounddairy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/highground-dairy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/highgrounddairy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Start your 30 Day Free Trial of HighGround Dairy's Market Intelligence here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠highgrounddairy.com/free-trial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find our contact information, social media profiles, recent reports, and more here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/highgrounddairy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Katie Anderson, Senior Director at the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF). Katie leads efforts to drive climate action in the food and agriculture supply chain, making her an incredible resource on a topic we need to tackle urgently: methane emissions in agriculture.Methane, a potent but short-lived greenhouse gas, is responsible for a significant portion of agricultural emissions. Katie explains why addressing methane is not only crucial for curbing global warming but also an opportunity to improve resilience in the food system. We dive into the critical role of the dairy industry, which accounts for a significant share of methane emissions, and explore actionable solutions such as improved herd management, better manure management techniques, and innovative feed additives like Bovair.Katie also shares insights into the Dairy Methane Action Alliance, a coalition of major food and agriculture companies—including Nestlé, Danone, and General Mills—working together to measure, manage, and reduce methane emissions across their supply chains. We discuss how these companies collaborate to address barriers like financing and farmer engagement while sending a strong demand signal for low-emission practices.Key takeaways include the need for globally scalable, yet locally tailored, approaches to methane reduction and the critical importance of farmer-to-farmer learning. We also chat about exciting innovations like methane-reducing cattle feed and genetic advancements to breed lower-emission livestock.If you're curious about how cutting-edge solutions and collective action are shaping a more sustainable agricultural future, this episode is packed with valuable insights.For more, visit business.edf.org/DMAA or connect with Katie on LinkedIn.Support the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

Fruit and veg importers say a shortage of government inspectors at ports is reducing the shelf life of products and the current system risks spreading plant disease. At the end of April, the Government introduced its new Border Target Operating Model, a post-Brexit system of biosecurity checks for goods entering the UK. It means products classed as high or medium risk have to be physically checked, including live animals and meat, as well as fruit and vegetables and some plant products. The Government built a checking facility at Sevington in Kent, and said they'd take a pragmatic approach to implementing the checks to avoid queues. Other companies have also built private inspection points, where they too use government inspectors. The British Association of Tomato Growers say they're seeing significant delays in seeds getting to farms and the logistics company, PML Seafrigo, told Farming Today they regularly see consignments of fruit which should be inspected waiting too long for government inspectors to arrive, only to been 'green lit' without a check.Dairy farming is at a tipping point and many may leave; that's the warning from the Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers. Its chair Robert Craig says farmers will need confidence to invest for the future, and at the moment many don't have it. Presented by Charlotte Smith and produced by Beatrice Fenton.

NOVUS has launched its latest intelligent nutrition innovation. The new feed additive is scientifically shown to help dairy farmers get more out of forage by optimizing dry matter intake per pound of milk produced while maintaining milk production. NEXT ENHANCE® CGO Feed Solution supports greater returns on feed investment while providing a safeguard for feed inventories. The new campaign supporting NEXT ENHANCE® CGO boasts that a 33-pound bag of the product can save over 81,000 pounds in total mixed ration.NOVUS Technical Services Manager Sarah Stocks joins us to talk about the new product and what it means for the dairy industry.For more information, visit: https://www.novusint.com/products/dairy-next-enhance/ 

On November 12, USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) released a long-awaited final decision with reforms to pricing formulas used by the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. The next step is a vote of approval on the ruling by the dairy industry. That is to come in December. What does this reform in milk pricing mean for the dairy industry overall and at the farm level?Joining us today to talk about the recent reforms to milk pricing is Tim Trotter, CEO of Edge. We caught up with Tim at this week National Farm Broadcasters meeting in Kansas City.This episode of Feedstuffs in Focus is sponsored by United Animal Health, a leader in animal health and nutrition. You can learn more about United Animal Health and how they are working to advance animal science worldwide by visiting the website at UnitedANH.com

Join dairy team members as they recap key takeaways from the Dairy Industry Doubleheader, including talking points from Dr. Allison Vander Plaats on her experiences with automatic calf feeders and an update on where HPAI is in the US, along with Dr. Grant Dewell as he talks about the ISU Biosecurity Trailer. Got ideas or questions for upcoming podcast episodes? Share your thoughts with us and we'll include them in future episodes! https://go.iastate.edu/ISUDAIRYPODCAST

We're back and we've got another 12 or so new titles to talk about for first impressions this week. This episode is pretty heavy on the fantasy titles for the fall season, but once again there's a little bit of everything this week as well as a number of pretty surprising titles. This week is pretty much exclusively new shows, except for one remake of an older title, but we'll be hitting some of the returning series in an episode soon! Power Rankings live @tjapod on instagram

Emma Higgins and Michael Harvey bring back some key learnings and takeaways for our listeners in New Zealand and Australia following a recent trip to the US that centred around the World Dairy Expo in the heart of the US dairy industry, Wisconsin.   RaboResearch Disclaimer: Please refer to our Australian RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.com.au/knowledge/disclaimer, our New Zealand RaboResearch disclaimer at https://www.rabobank.co.nz/knowledge/disclaimer, and our Global RaboResearch disclaimer at https://research.rabobank.com/far/en/footer/disclaimer.html for information about the scope and limitations of the Australian, New Zealand, and Global RaboResearch material published on the podcast.

Shawn Hackett of Hackett Financial Advisors talks about the biggest factors influencing the U.S. dairy industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a new report from CoBank's Knowledge Exchange, the decoupling of fluid milk production and milk component production represents an important paradigm shift for the dairy industry given growing consumer demand for manufactured dairy products. More than 80% of U.S. milk production goes into dairy food products that rely on milk components while less than 20% goes into the fluid beverage category. Would U.S. milk composition and consumer demand benefit from a more comprehensive monthly report from USDA that includes milk, protein and butterfat production levels? Joining us in this episode to discuss this topic in more depth is Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist with CoBank. We caught up with Corey at this week's World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wis., This episode has been brought to you by United Animal Health, a leader in animal health and nutrition. You can learn more about United Animal Health and how they are working to advance animal science worldwide by visiting the website at UnitedANH.com

The World Dairy Expo brings tens of thousands of people and millions of dollars in economic impact to Dane County every year. And not to mention, more than a few cows. The annual event will be in town Oct. 1-4, and to get the scoop on what folks can expect from this year's showing, host Bianca Martin caught up with the expo's general manager Laura Herschleb. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode here: Madison Public Library Madison365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an interesting time for the dairy industry. Gary Crawford with USDA explains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of SacTown Talks, Jarhett speaks with Michael Boccadoro, Executive Director of California Dairy Cares, who shares his journey from a UC Davis intern to a veteran lobbyist with over 41 years of experience. Boccadoro discusses the intricate balance between environmental sustainability and economic viability in California's dairy industry. He highlights the state's efforts in methane reduction, dairy farm regulations, and legislative support for farmers. Additionally, he explains the impact of statewide policies on dairy production and the importance of incentives in achieving sustainability goals. The conversation also explores the evolving dairy market, environmental challenges, and collaboration within the agricultural sector.This Episode was record on 8/2/2400:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:23 Michael Boccadoro's Early Career01:45 Transition to Dairy Industry03:19 Public Affairs and Lobbying03:43 Regulatory Challenges in Agriculture07:13 California Dairy Cares: Mission and Impact09:05 California's Dairy Production and Global Market18:52 Environmental Sustainability in Dairy Farming21:58 Innovations in Methane Reduction27:38 Cost-Effective Climate Solutions28:04 Challenges in Greenhouse Gas Reduction28:47 Comparing Project Costs29:47 California's Aggressive Climate Goals31:44 Economic Impacts of Climate Policies35:35 Dairy Industry's Role in Climate Goals37:29 Innovations in Methane Reduction40:42 Nutritional Importance of Dairy42:48 Legislative Outreach and Dairy Farming47:43 Collaborative Efforts in Agriculture50:33 Future Funding and Policy Needs52:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Women's health app Flo just hit a $1 billion valuation… so it's expanding to Millennial Menopause.We crunched the numbers on Starbucks… it's officially Wall Street's least-loved fast food chain.The Dairy Industry is living its best life… because Big Milk bet the farm on cheese.Plus, every olympic swimmer is peeing in the pool… because the gold is worth the yellow.$SBUXSubscribe to our Saturday Newsletter: tboypod.com/newsletter Watch us on YouTube Submit Facts & Shoutouts Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn (Nick) & LinkedIn (Jack)About Us: From the creators of Robinhood Snacks Daily, The Best One Yet (TBOY) is the daily pop-biz news show making today's top stories your business. 20 minutes on the 3 business, economics, and finance stories you need, with fresh takes you can pretend you came up with — Pairs perfectly with your morning oatmeal ritual. Hosted by Jack Crivici-Kramer & Nick Martell.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we're featuring Kenosha County; https://bit.ly/39PLAxjThe Cabin is also presented by Jolly Good Soda; https://bit.ly/3TSFYY4Campfire Conversation: In this episode of The Cabin Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Liz Fitzsimmons from the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board! Liz brings extensive experience in strategic marketing and community engagement, playing a pivotal role in promoting Wisconsin's dairy industry and connecting local farmers with consumers. Our conversation dives into the significance of Dairy Month in June and explores Wisconsin's rich dairy history. Liz shares insights into her background in the dairy industry, the evolution of Wisconsin's dairy farming, and the unique aspects that set it apart from other states. She also discusses the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board's efforts to support local farmers and promote sustainable practices. Tune in for fascinating stories, industry milestones, and Liz's vision for the future of dairy in America's Dairyland.Inside Sponsors:Jefferson County; https://bit.ly/3gt0NauGroup Health Trust; https://bit.ly/3JMizCXPraise in the Pines; https://bit.ly/Praise_in_the_Pines