Podcasts about midwest dairy

On Tuesday's AOA, powered by Cenex, we start the show with a look at ag news headlines in Segment One. In Segment Two, we talk about the latest Midwest Dairy Annual Report with Mackenzie Felt-Lewis, Corporate Communications Manager for Midwest Dairy. Next up in Segment Three, could we see more space storms cause technology outages on the farm? Terry Griffin, precision agricultural economist from Kansas State University, joins us to discuss some of their latest research into last year's Gannon Space Storm and the economic impact on the farm. Then in Segment Four, we close the show discussing the importance of seed treatments with Nick Tinsley from BASF.  

Midwest Dairy represents over 4,000 dairy farms across a 10-state region, including Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and eastern Oklahoma. Their mission is to build dairy demand by inspiring consumer confidence in dairy products and production practices. Sidney Herr, the Research & Innovation Manager at Midwest Dairy, plays a pivotal role in advancing dairy innovation, particularly with the upcoming Midwest Dairy Accelerator (midwestdairyaccelerator.com) which supports and accelerates entrepreneurs with new dairy-based products. Applications open through May 11, 2025.

Dairy farms in Minnesota and around the country rely on immigrant workers, many of whom are undocumented. Dairy workers' families often count on the portion of their wages they send back to their home countries. A group of farmers in Minnesota and Wisconsin have been following these connections to Mexico to meet the families of their employees. Mercedes Falk is the president of the Wisconsin-based organization Puentes/Bridges, which leads the trips. Cole Hoscheit is a board member and dairy farmer from Caledonia, Minnesota. Falk and Hoscheit joined MPR News host Nina Moini to talk about the organization's goals for cultural understanding, how it's changing farmers' approach to running their businesses and how farm communities are discussing the spotlight on deportations.

Minnesota dairy farmer Charles Krause and DMI's Jessica Learman speak with DMI's Scott Wallin about how the checkoff builds sales and consumer trust for dairy farmers and importers who fund the checkoff. They discuss the importance of transparency in dairy checkoff programs and highlight the "Making Every Drop Count" campaign, which aims to unify various checkoff initiatives and make them more visible to farmers. The new website, DairyCheckoff.com, is designed to provide farmers with easy access to financial information, annual reports, and contact details for board members. Tune in to find out! To learn more about the national dairy checkoff and your local dairy checkoffs, please visit dairycheckoff.com.   Host & Guest: ·      Host: Scott Wallin, Vice President of Farmer Communications & Media Relations, Dairy Management Inc. ·      Guest: Jessica Learman, Executive Vice President, Farmer Outreach for Dairy Management Inc. ·      Guest: Charles Krause, Minnesota Dairy Farmer, First Vice Chair of United Dairy Industry Association, Chair of Midwest Dairy

Charles Krause of Krause Holsteins in Buffalo, Minnesota, is the chair of Midwest Dairy. Throughout 2024, Midwest Dairy worked hard on behalf of dairy farmers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen as Erin Walter, Vice President of Brand Marketing for Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, shares how Midwest Dairy's local partnership helps drive new dairy product innovations through Limited Time Offers (LTOs). With over 500 restaurants and growing, Freddy's loves using LTOs to grab customers' attention and get them into their expanding regional chain. This three-year partnership has produced several successful items including the Grilled Cheese Steakburger and the pumpkin pie and caramel apple pie concretes. Tune in to find out! To learn more about the national dairy checkoff and your local dairy checkoffs, please visit dairycheckoff.com Host & Guest: Host: Stephanie Onken, Midwest Dairy Corporate Communications Manager Guest: Erin Walter, Vice President of Brand Marketing, Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Guest: Beth Bruck-Upton, Vice President of Business Unit Operations-West, Midwest Dairy

Midwest Dairy's Iowa Division is looking for candidates to serve as the 71st annual Iowa Dairy Princess.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's show Riley speaks with Heidi Lantzky of Midwest Dairy to learn more about the Iowa Dairy Princess competition, Mark is joined by Mark Storr of BASF to continue discussion about the threat of tar spot in Iowa this growing season, and Dustin wraps up his conversation with RJ Karney with the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture.

In today's show Dustin is joined by Charles Krause of Midwest Dairy, Riley speaks with Greg McBride of Allendale for the latest export sales update, and Andy and Dustin discuss the improvement of the Iowa drought monitor and also how warm weather affects grain storage. 

In this episode, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro silage Barrier Films talks with Corey Scott, the new CEO of Midwest Dairy. They discuss Corey's history, what Midwest Dairy does, and what her top priorities are going forward.

In today's show Dustin is joined by Corey Scott the new CEO of Midwest Dairy, Riley speaks with Dr. Dehra Harris of Landus on the importance of mental health, and Mark and Dustin discuss the impact of the headlines on the dairy industry in recent weeks.

On this Uplevel Dairy Young Leaders Podcast, I'm turning the mic over to a trio of up-and-comers in dairy industry communications to interview three Dairy Challenge alumni who shared their experiences on a panel at the Midwest Dairy Challenge held in Green Bay, Wis., in February. Social media interns interview Dairy Challenge alumni: Nichole Gerard, Iowa State University student, interviews Crystal Prom, Cargill Torri Burch, Iowa State University student,  interviews Tony Schmitz, Schmitz's East Branch Dairy  Irene Nielsen, Iowa State University student, interviews Liz Schiebelbein, Phibro Animal Health Torri and Irene talk about their Dairy Challenge experiences, as past competitors and social media interns Learn more about the Dairy Challenge: https://www.dairychallenge.org/ The Uplevel Dairy Young Leaders Podcast is the special podcast series for producers and professionals in the first 5 years of their dairy careers. Find it on the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, as well as its own platform, Uplevel Dairy Young Leaders on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.

Midwest Dairy, the checkoff organization representing over 4,000 dairy farmers in a ten-state region, officially announced that Corey Scott of Marine on Saint Croix, Minn. has been named its new Chief Executive Officer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich is joined by Dr. Felipe Peña Mosca and Dr. Sandra Godden for this episode to discuss a paper that is available in the online first edition of The Bovine Practitioner,  “Methods of processing recycled manure solids bedding on Midwest dairy farms II: Relationships between bedding characteristics and bedding bacterial count.” This is a companion paper that we previously discussed on Episode 165 of Have You Herd? which evaluated recycled manure solids processing methods and its impacts on bedding bacteria counts, udder health, milk quality and milk production.  The first objective of this study was to identify bedding characteristics associated with bedding bacterial count (BBC) in ready-to-use (RTU) recycled manure solids (RMS). The second objective was to explore the association between processing method and bedding characteristics in RTU solids. A third objective was to investigate factors associated with BBC in used solids (after placed in stalls). The study found that increased dry matter, decreased organic matter and processing method were all associated with reduced BBC in RTU RMS. Veterinarians should evaluate bedding as part of a total milk quality program to promote good udder health practices on their client's farms. Peña Mosca, F., Godden, S., Royster, E., Crooker, B. A., & Timmerman, J. (2024). Methods of processing recycled manure solids bedding on Midwest dairy farms II: Relationships between bedding characteristics and bedding bacterial count. The Bovine Practitioner, 58(1), 8–18. https://doi.org/10.21423/bovine-vol58no1p8-18   

Wisconsin's dairy industry isn't the only one suffering with lower prices.  Cow numbers are decreasing and the amount of milk per cow is remaining stable. Despite stable milk production per cow, innovative feeding and breeding strategies led to an 11% increase in butterfat per cow. Managing through all these trends will take sharp managers.  Charitee Seebecker talks with UW-Extension Dairy Economist, Chuck Nicholson, about what he sees lining up for 2024. The phrase "Midwest Dairy Challenge" may lead you to believe the contestants are from a dairy background.  Today, that's not the case.  Wisconsin will host over 100 college and tech school students beginning tomorrow in the Green Bay area.  Pam Jahnke talks to Ted Halbach, dairy instructor at UW-Madison and organizer behind the Midwest Dairy Challenge event.  He says a majority of the competitors don't come from dairy, but that doesn't mean they wouldn't be welcome additions to dairy operations and dairy agribusiness. Concerns were voiced last week during Cattle Con in Orlando about how consumers will react to continued tight supplies of beef cattle in 2024.  Kevin Good, vice president of market analysis at CattleFax, says this beef herd isn't going to grow quickly, but consumer prices at the store need to flatten and hold. John Heinberg, market advisor with Total Farm Marketing makes his regular appearance on the show.  Today he talks with Pam Jahnke about last week's cattle inventory number and anticipated consumer reaction down the road.  He also looks ahead to Thursday's USDA projections on what's coming out of South America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Wednesday's AOA, we start the show with a look at the markets and get analysis from Kristi Van Ahn-Kjeseth with Van Ahn & Company. In Segment Two, we discuss farmer protests in Germany with Bill Wirtz from the Consumer Choice Center. Next up in Segment Three, we have a conversation with National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles about the recent Potato Expo, Farm Bill updates and more. And at the end of the show in Segment Four, we talk with the retiring CEO of Midwest Dairy, Molly Pelzer.

A new partnership between Midwest Dairy and Dollar General is helping Midwest Dairy reach consumers to build trust and increase demand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AABP Executive Director Dr. Fred Gingrich is joined by AABP President Dr. Sandra Godden. This episode of Have You Herd is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim and their portfolio of 3600 mastitis coverage. Find out more at this link. Dr. Godden was an author on the paper published in the AABP peer-reviewed journal, The Bovine Practitioner. The journal's target audience is practicing cattle veterinarians, providing research that is clinically relevant, and is available open-access in a searchable format where you can download PDF's of articles at this link.We start our conversation by discussing recycled manure solids as a bedding for dairy cows and why producers may find this bedding choice attractive. Godden encourages veterinarians to get involved in the discussion to assist producers with their milk quality programs, including bedding choices and how to best make them work for that farm. This study investigated four different processing methods of recycled manure solids on 29 Midwest dairy farms: green, digested, mechanically drum composted and hot air drum dryers.  Godden discusses the methods of this study and offered practical tips for veterinarians to submit bedding samples for quantitative cultures of pathogens of interest. The number one tip is to be consistent so you can compare your results. This study looked at the relationship between recycled manure solids processing methods and bedding bacteria counts, bulk tank bacteria counts, udder health and milk production. This study identifies some of the potential risk factors associated with the various processing methods but Godden reminds us that mastitis is a multi-factorial problem and veterinarians should be familiar with complete investigations on farms to ensure that all factors, including bedding type, are included.Links:Godden, S., Royster, E., Crooker, B., Timmerman, J., & Peña Mosca, F. (2023). Methods of processing recycled manure solids bedding on Midwest dairy farms I: Associations with bedding bacteria counts, milk quality, udder health and milk production. The Bovine Practitioner, 57(1), 10–20. https://doi.org/10.21423/bovine-vol57no1p10-20University of Minnesota Laboratory for Udder HealthBedding culture submission and interpretation guide  

DeKalb County couple Jamie and Justin Martz host a group of Chicago area social media influencers at their farm last week. We get an update from Devin Bollman from the Illinois Beeef Association. Kendra Anderson with Midwest Dairy discusses plans for the Illinois State Fair.

Illinois Farm Bureau Executive Director of Governmental Affairs and Commodities provides a recap of the recently concluded spring legislativ session in Springfield. IDNR's Cody Gray offers boating safety remenders. We celebrate June Dairy Month with Midwest Dairy's Kendra Anderson.IL Corn's Lindsay Mitchell talks consumer education and the "We are the 96" campaign.

Rita Frazer highlights Purina Animal Nutrition during a stop in Missouri. We speak with United Township High School student Cassie Bohnert as she promotes a Cheese Pull contest--an effort involving the IHSA, Midwest Dairy, and Undeniably Dairy. We also celebrate moms--including Monroe County dairy farmer Joann Hartman. Rita Frazer's daughter talks Mothers Day and Jim Taylor visits with his mom.

Discover an easy way for you and others to see faces, and hear voices of most of the people who own and operate Illinois farms. Lela Fausze, registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) with Midwest Dairy, and Heather Dollinger, who farms with her family in northeast Illinois, share why they and others are participating in a statewide effort known as, "We are the 96%."

In this episode of DairyVoice podcast, we interview Molly Pelzer, the CEO of Midwest Dairy. She discusses how their programs add value to dairy farmers in the region and what to look forward to in 2023. With the Midwest Dairy Annual Report being released, Molly talks about what farmers can expect to see in the report this year.

Heather and Sean at the Confluence Tap Room! Jason Silver from BetFred Sports joins to talk about NCAAs wagering! Chip Albright of the Iowa Wolves stops by to talk Agriculture with Midwest Dairy and Iowa Food and Family! Midwest Baseball Classic!

Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Corey Campbell joined Jessica Coody for Episode 4 of the Husker Performance Podcast.  Corey gives an update to the start of winter conditioning, what he hopes to accomplish in the weight room before Spring Football, he discusses his background as a walk-on at Georgia and how that led him into his career, Corey talks his relationship with Matt Rhule and why he believes in the head coach's mission, all this and much more on the Husker Performance Podcast presented by Midwest Dairy.

Head Football Strength and Condition Coach Corey Campbell joined Jessica Coody for Episode 4 of the Husker Performance Podcast.  Corey gives an update to the start of winter conditioning, what he hopes to accomplish in the weight room before Spring Football, he discusses his background as a walk-on at Georgia and how that led him into his career, Corey talks his relationship with Matt Rhule and why he believes in the head coach's mission, all this and much more on the Husker Performance Podcast presented by Midwest Dairy.  

With the cold snaps we've seen in the Midwest over the past couple of months, and the end of winter still a few weeks away, Bob Quinn talks with Mike Telford from Iowa Farm Animal Care to discuss the best practices for caring for livestock in the cold conditions. The folks at Midwest Dairy are offering a new $1,000 scholarship for 11 students who will be going to college full time and Mariah Busta tells us more about who is eligible and the deadline to apply. Don Roose from US Commodities wraps up the week with a peek into the next couple of weeks in the grain markets and talks about the effects of lower cattle inventory

On today's episode we have the pleasure of interviewing  Harrison Butker of our very own Kansas City Chiefs. Harrison is married, has two small children, and is placekicker for the Chiefs. In our interview, we learn about Harrison's life off the field as a dad and husband, as well as advice he has for sports parents and kids. We also discuss the pressure of a public job and how he handles criticism. Meet Harrison Butker Aside from his roles as the Chief's kicker, and more importantly husband and dad, Harrison is involved with an organization called Fuel Up to Play 60. Fuel Up to Play 60, created by the National Football League and National Dairy Council, along with America's dairy farmers, encourages students to “fuel up” with nutritious foods like low-fat and fat free dairy, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and to get active and play for 60 minutes every day.  For over a decade, Fuel up to Play 60 has helped create a foundation for educators and students to fuel greatness in the areas that matter most like being mindful and staying healthy. Fuel Up to Play 60 has a great parent guide here. For more information, head to their website! Thank you to our episode sponsor! Midwest Dairy Midwest Dairy's mission is to give consumers an excellent dairy experience. They focus their efforts on sharing insights and developing programs and resources for retail, health and wellness, school food service and industry partners. Midwest Dairy's goal is to maximize their impact by working with and through our partners to share information and real-time experiences that showcase how dairy products resonate with today's consumer: responsibly produced, nutrient-rich, locally driven and offers real enjoyment. Harrison Heads to a Midwest Dairy Farm As mentioned in the interview, enjoy seeing Harrison live in action at a local dairy farm! Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!      

On today's episode we have the pleasure of interviewing  Harrison Butker of our very own Kansas City Chiefs. Harrison is married, has two small children, and is placekicker for the Chiefs. In our interview, we learn about Harrison's life off the field as a dad and husband, as well as advice he has for sports parents and kids. We also discuss the pressure of a public job and how he handles criticism. Meet Harrison Butker Aside from his roles as the Chief's kicker, and more importantly husband and dad, Harrison is involved with an organization called Fuel Up to Play 60. Fuel Up to Play 60, created by the National Football League and National Dairy Council, along with America's dairy farmers, encourages students to “fuel up” with nutritious foods like low-fat and fat free dairy, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and to get active and play for 60 minutes every day.  For over a decade, Fuel up to Play 60 has helped create a foundation for educators and students to fuel greatness in the areas that matter most like being mindful and staying healthy. Fuel Up to Play 60 has a great parent guide here. For more information, head to their website! Thank you to our episode sponsor! Midwest Dairy Midwest Dairy's mission is to give consumers an excellent dairy experience. They focus their efforts on sharing insights and developing programs and resources for retail, health and wellness, school food service and industry partners. Midwest Dairy's goal is to maximize their impact by working with and through our partners to share information and real-time experiences that showcase how dairy products resonate with today's consumer: responsibly produced, nutrient-rich, locally driven and offers real enjoyment. Harrison Heads to a Midwest Dairy Farm As mentioned in the interview, enjoy seeing Harrison live in action at a local dairy farm! Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!      

As we wrap up a busy year in 2022 for agriculture, we discuss the latest from Midwest Dairy and the Dairy Checkoff with Molly Pelzer, CEO of Midwest Dairy. You can learn more online at https://www.midwestdairy.com!

On today's show, we dive in and think about many issues impacting the markets and agriculture as we enter the month of November. Not only do we have Russia/Ukraine headlines in the news again around the grain deal but we have elections next week, a WASDE report coming up, harvest wrapping, demand concerns and more. David Widmar with Agricultural Economic Insights joins us to discuss. Learn more at https://www.aei.ag. Plus, we talk with Jenna Finch. She is the Agricultural Affairs Manager for Midwest Dairy and she joins us to discuss their Dairy Experience and Agricultural Leadership (DEAL) program and why it's beneficial for the dairy checkoff, producers and consumers. Learn more online at https://www.midwestdairy.com. Today's show is brought to you in part by Growmark/FS; learn more online at https://www.growmark.com.

We highlight an event at Simeon Career Academy in Chicago featuring Midwest Dairy, the IHSA, an Illinois dairy family and Chicago Bear David Montgomery. We also have more National FFA Convention coverage with Newark's Ty Steffen--a national proficiency winner; newly elected National FFA officer Gracie Murphy from Macomb; and Don Donovan with USDA NRCS. The show wraps up talking weather with DTN ag meteorologist John Baranick.

Join us for a conversation on the health benefits of dairy with our two awesome guests, Dr. Gabriel Schifman of the Pediatric ER at OPRMC and local dietitian, Bethany Frazier. We cover the health benefits of dairy, difference between intolerance and allergy, when and how to introduce it to your baby, and practical ways to incorporate dairy in day-to-day life.  Connect with Dr. Gabriel Schifman Dr. Gabriel Schifman is the Medical Director of the Pediatric ER at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.  You may remember Dr. Schifman from previous interviews with us both on podcast and Facebook/IG. He's a KCMC favorite!     Connect with Bethany Frazier Bethany is is a registered and licensed dietician and the owner of her private practice "The Kansas City Dietitian" specializing in personalized nutrition. Since 2015 Bethany and her team have been helping clients find sustainable food and lifestyle choices that fit their unique needs. Bethany has carved out her niche in the area of GI nutrition.  When Bethany is not helping her clients find nourishing meals she is spending time with her husband and three kids in Overland Park.   Thank you to our episode sponsor! Midwest Dairy Midwest Dairy's mission is to give consumers an excellent dairy experience. They focus their efforts on sharing insights and developing programs and resources for retail, health and wellness, school food service and industry partners. Midwest Dairy's goal is to maximize their impact by working with and through our partners to share information and real-time experiences that showcase how dairy products resonate with today's consumer: responsibly produced, nutrient-rich, locally driven and offers real enjoyment. Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!  

Join us for a conversation on the health benefits of dairy with our two awesome guests, Dr. Gabriel Schifman of the Pediatric ER at OPRMC and local dietitian, Bethany Frazier. We cover the health benefits of dairy, difference between intolerance and allergy, when and how to introduce it to your baby, and practical ways to incorporate dairy in day-to-day life.  Connect with Dr. Gabriel Schifman Dr. Gabriel Schifman is the Medical Director of the Pediatric ER at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.  You may remember Dr. Schifman from previous interviews with us both on podcast and Facebook/IG. He's a KCMC favorite!     Connect with Bethany Frazier Bethany is is a registered and licensed dietician and the owner of her private practice "The Kansas City Dietitian" specializing in personalized nutrition. Since 2015 Bethany and her team have been helping clients find sustainable food and lifestyle choices that fit their unique needs. Bethany has carved out her niche in the area of GI nutrition.  When Bethany is not helping her clients find nourishing meals she is spending time with her husband and three kids in Overland Park.   Thank you to our episode sponsor! Midwest Dairy Midwest Dairy's mission is to give consumers an excellent dairy experience. They focus their efforts on sharing insights and developing programs and resources for retail, health and wellness, school food service and industry partners. Midwest Dairy's goal is to maximize their impact by working with and through our partners to share information and real-time experiences that showcase how dairy products resonate with today's consumer: responsibly produced, nutrient-rich, locally driven and offers real enjoyment. Connect with Megan and Sarah We would love to hear from you! Send us an e-mail or find us on Instagram or Facebook!  

Common ground is a phrase that is said less frequently these days, and environmental common ground isn't what everyone expects happens when sustainability experts and farmers sit down together. But maybe we should. The health of our soils, shifting weather patterns and the role of greenhouse gases and more means there is a lot to talk about and work on too. In this episode of Grounded by the Farm, we talk with Missouri dairy farmer Alex Peterson and Alisha Staggs, a sustainability expert who leads the dairy program with The Nature Conservancy's (TNC) North American Agriculture program. TNC is one of the world's largest and most respected environmental organizations. This is the third and final episode in our series on dairy. We visited two dairy farms in Oklahoma, talked to a cheesemonger and now look at the environmental footprint. Shouts out to Midwest Dairy for sponsoring the series and helping us line up participants. Please let us know if you have questions remaining about dairy. See photos and a video on the site https://groundedbythefarm.com/environmental-common-ground-dairy/ 

We hear about the Red Hill volleyball team as they win the IHSA, Midwest Dairy and Undeniably Dairy TikTok Challenge.

We talk about mums season with University of Illinois horticulture educator Ken Johnson. Wednesday's show also features a conversation with Eric Brevik, who serves as Dean of the College of Agricultural, Life and Physical Sciences at SIU. We also hear about Bayer's America's Farmers Grow Communities program and get an update from Midwest Dairy.,

A visit to the Gerken Dairy Center is a tradition for many who attend the Missouri State Fair. Ice cream, milking demos, and, of course, the butter cow sculpture, are just a few of the great things you can find inside the dairy barn. But, it also serves a greater purpose: connecting Missourians with the dairy farming community.  The producer-to-consumer relationship is incredibly important in agriculture, and especially in the dairy industry. Midwest Dairy works to cultivate farmer connections, ensuring that the dairy story is shared in restaurants, grocery stores, ballparks, and homes across the nation. In this episode, Farmer Relations Manager Stacy Dohle joins the podcast to discuss effective ways Midwest Dairy is working to share farmer stories through media, Missouri program partnerships, and at state fairs across the Midwest.   What you'll learn:  Stacy's background and how it lead to her current position The work and goals of Midwest Dairy Insight on Midwest Dairy's work with the St. Louis Cardinals and the Race to the Plate partnership Opportunities offered by Midwest Dairy at the Missouri State Fair and what you can expect at the Gerken Dairy Center Effective ways to tell the farming story Background on the partnership with Grants Farm in St. Louis and  Wonderscope in Kansas City The passion of Dairy Farmers

I recently had the chance to tour two dairy farms in Northeastern Oklahoma. The differences between the two and some of the similarities among them were really striking. After the tours, I sat down with Anthony & Charlie Coblentz and Logan Courtney, a neighbor whose dairy is just 15 minutes or so away. Touring first helped me see some of the differences and similarities and you can watch the video... you will hear and see both farms. So intriguing hearing a bit of each farm's origin story, why they have the kinds of cows they have, the ways they take care of the animals, ways cows get milked, the reasons those are the pieces that work, favorite dairy foods and so much more!  You can access a lot of photos and videos of these farms at https://groundedbythefarm.com/two-dairy-farms-similarities-differences  This episode is sponsored by Midwest Dairy. I was compensated for my time, but all wording and opinions are mine or the farmers.

Wednesday's show features an update on ag teaching openings heading into the new school year with coordinator Dean Dittmar from Facilitating Coordination in Agricultural Education. We also talk local government issues with Illinois Farm Bureau Associate Director of Local Government and Political Engagement Ryan Whitehouse. We learn about a farm safety event in Henry County and finish the show with an update from Midwest Dairy.

In Episode 1 of the Husker Nutrition Podcast presented by Midwest Dairy, Jessica Coody sat down with Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Zach Duval, and Director of Performance Nutrition Dave Ellis.  

In Episode 1 of the Husker Nutrition Podcast presented by Midwest Dairy, Jessica Coody sat down with Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Zach Duval, and Director of Performance Nutrition Dave Ellis.  

In Episode 1 of the Husker Nutrition Podcast presented by Midwest Dairy, Jessica Coody sat down with Head Football Strength and Conditioning Coach Zach Duval, and Director of Performance Nutrition Dave Ellis.  

Wednesday's show features a visit with Ukrainian farmer Gordie Siebring. We also talk avian influenza issues with Tasha Bunting, who serves as associate director of commodity and livestock programs for Illinois Farm Bureau. We learn about Safe Digging Month from JULIE's Roger Watwood. The final segment is with Midwest Dairy's Selina King. She is promoting an Earth Day TikTok Challenge involving a partnership with Undeniably Dairy and IHSA.

Today's show features a conversation with Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello. Among the topics he addresses is the Governor's budget proposal. We hear from Midwest Dairy's Kendra Anderson as she talks scholarships. Illinois Farm Bureau's Rodney Knittel chats about Rules for the Road meetings. Katie Wilson finishes the show with a county farm bureau manager to manager segment.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody is joined once again by Director of Performance Nutrition Dave Ellis, who takes us through achieving offseason goals for football student athletes, how Nebraska utilizes DEXA, the process of evaluating student athletes new to campus, and more!

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody is joined once again by Director of Performance Nutrition Dave Ellis, who takes us through achieving offseason goals for football student athletes, how Nebraska utilizes DEXA, the process of evaluating student athletes new to campus, and more!

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody is joined once again by Director of Performance Nutrition Dave Ellis, who takes us through achieving offseason goals for football student athletes, how Nebraska utilizes DEXA, the process of evaluating student athletes new to campus, and more!

In this episode of Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast, join our dairy farmer hosts, Wisconsin's Laurie Winkelman and West Virginia's Joe Shockey, as they have a conversation with Liz Jalkiewicz, registered dietitian and the nutrition specialist with the American Dairy Association North East, and Julie Ostrow, registered dietitian and the Vice President of dairy experience and wellness with Midwest Dairy, about why farmers might not see dairy's benefits shared more broadly in the area of sports nutrition? It's easy to feel frustrated seeing social influencers touting dairy alternatives on the internet or other non-dairy options promoted at your local gym but that's where your checkoff dollars come in, prompting evidence-based information to influential audiences to set the record straight. The work dairy checkoff is doing in the realm of sports nutrition range anywhere from targeting high school athletes, enhancing college athletics programs, and providing dairy nutrition education and outreach programs to health professionals that can include sports dietitians. Learn more as these two experts discuss how checkoff is partnering with credentialed health professionals to spread the goodness of dairy and how even farmers can share this information with their local athletic groups.  To learn more about the national dairy checkoff and your local dairy checkoffs, please visit www.usdairy.com.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody welcomes in three different guests on this episode.  Kaitlyn Higgins of Nebraska women's gymnastics gives us a preview of the season, talks about her growth as a gymnast since transferring to Nebraska, and the importance of performance nutrition in the sport of gymastics.  At 19:00, Peyton Robb of Husker wresting joins the podcast to talk about his move from 165 to 157 pounds, his great start to the season, as well as the role performance nutrition plays in healthy cutting weight in wrestling.  And at 36:00,  Lisa Kopecky, Assistant Director of Performance Nutrition, is in studio, talking her journey with Nebraska, her passion for women's sports, and new and exciting things coming for Nebraska Performance Nutrition.  

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody welcomes in three different guests on this episode.  Kaitlyn Higgins of Nebraska women's gymnastics gives us a preview of the season, talks about her growth as a gymnast since transferring to Nebraska, and the importance of performance nutrition in the sport of gymastics.  At 19:00, Peyton Robb of Husker wresting joins the podcast to talk about his move from 165 to 157 pounds, his great start to the season, as well as the role performance nutrition plays in healthy cutting weight in wrestling.  And at 36:00,  Lisa Kopecky, Assistant Director of Performance Nutrition, is in studio, talking her journey with Nebraska, her passion for women's sports, and new and exciting things coming for Nebraska Performance Nutrition.  

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody welcomes in three different guests on this episode.  Kaitlyn Higgins of Nebraska women's gymnastics gives us a preview of the season, talks about her growth as a gymnast since transferring to Nebraska, and the importance of performance nutrition in the sport of gymastics.  At 19:00, Peyton Robb of Husker wresting joins the podcast to talk about his move from 165 to 157 pounds, his great start to the season, as well as the role performance nutrition plays in healthy cutting weight in wrestling.  And at 36:00,  Lisa Kopecky, Assistant Director of Performance Nutrition, is in studio, talking her journey with Nebraska, her passion for women's sports, and new and exciting things coming for Nebraska Performance Nutrition.  

Julie Mattson Ostrow, Vice President of Dairy Experience - Wellness at Midwest Dairy, sits down with our Scott Harris to talk about the nutritional qualities of dairy products and the role they play in our school lunches. A registered dietician, Julie shares different ways we can incorporate dairy as part of a healthy diet. 

We learn about a virtual dairy tour sponsored by Midwest Dairy.

Minnesota dairy producer, Charles Krause, discusses with I-29 his involvement with the Global Dairy Platform and recently joined in an international discussion with the United Nations Food Systems Summit. Charles voiced the importance of dairy in all food systems and how it can impact human health worldwide. Thank you to our sponsors! Thank you to our Gold Sponsor TLAY Dairy Video Sales https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.tlaydairyvideosales.com%2f&c=E,1,D-aXMF2YgzEMyOKda2dcvgMc8lCVnqY-gof3qBPoo6zoF1CHGJ_GerftSoQ8D5UUeqPxvyxXgLHN8FIi7xI-AhC0kjFA2fxyariuA1eq02xTMNI,&typo=1 (https://www.tlaydairyvideosales.com/) Thank you to our Silver Sponsor Conner Agriscience http://www.connoragriscience.com/ Thank you to our Bronze Sponsors Advanced Comfort Technology, Inc. https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.advancedcomforttechnology.com%2f&c=E,1,UYg7imYpr75NLH4qgtNvH8NbmIS0sw5BkWmsbX8daK_gdLabZnUZ5jqNBtiEDRHcK0UDaBR30eHAM9PTT6MjIdkg0ha5BI9bb--0icxwewGSP-ZJA78StCZ1X2A,&typo=1 (https://www.advancedcomforttechnology.com/) Agropur https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fwww.agropur.com%2fen-us&c=E,1,hqc9ZXKnIhTMmcJB8CXJisE2P5FH1ckLXWnT_-Hy3v_CDH94p8cL_IcRWFAZbemijyknOmQngYzOkYboG5OjNNWZjodvD3DgloTw09hQ-vQOz7aC8PKqie8,&typo=1 (https://www.agropur.com/en-us) Trans Ova Genetics https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2ftransova.com%2f&c=E,1,8WPUPJmbGg1S4XNOdwSjrw3JdcUo4HeGX0bFvYc0PrpgeKPUaYpEzHsXcCPiuTadkF7gtO4_NyxmwXkFiw87eY-M_zVj8hFgDhy-oQgHbdfK-jbPGsoW&typo=1 (https://transova.com/)  

Don Schaefer Mid-West Truckers Association details the Infrastructure Package for the industry and for Illinois. Schaefer also talks about the plans for the 2022 Mid-West Truck Show in Peoria in February. Derek Dunkirk Christian County farmer talks about harvest and the great partnership between grain and livestock and the financial benefits of using hog manure as fertilizer.Field and Bean Segment with Rachel Peabody, Illinois Soybean Association. IHSA Partnership with Midwest Dairy to provide a virtual dairy farm tour on November 18. Markets with Agrivisor's Karl Setzer.

DeLoss Jahnke met with Purdue Ag Economist Dr. Michael Langemeier on the monthly Ag Barometer.Jim Taylor met with Master Farmer designee Paul Taylor from DeKalb County. He talks about his farming and leadership background. Selena King, Wellness Manager with Midwest Dairy Association, shares information about a new partnership between Midwest Dairy and the IHSA. Monthly update from Todd Lowery with the Illinois Ag Leadership Foundation.

Update from Selena King, Midwest Dairy Association, shares information about a new partnership between Midwest Dairy and the IHSA.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody has Dave Ellis in the studio & sits down with sophomore o-lineman, Cam Jurgens for Episode 2.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody has Dave Ellis in the studio & sits down with sophomore o-lineman, Cam Jurgens for Episode 2.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody has Dave Ellis in the studio & sits down with sophomore o-lineman, Cam Jurgens for Episode 2.

August's panel is highlighting couples who have linked arms in their marriage and passion. We will learn from people who know what true teamwork means in their mission to better their community. Let's see what great work can be done when two become one in their ambitions! Featuring: Nicole & Abe Adewale / Chris & Deanna Ley Thank you to Midwest Dairy for making this possible!

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody has Dave Ellis in the studio for Episode 1.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody has Dave Ellis in the studio for Episode 1.

Introducing the Husker Nutrition Podcast, fueled by Midwest Dairy. Husker Radio Network host Jessica Coody has Dave Ellis in the studio for Episode 1.

July's Panel is highlighting leaders who specialize in areas of relationship building whether it's personal, business, or family-related. It's critical in any dynamic and there are blindsides we may miss as well as opportunities that may be awaiting. Let's go beyond the surface and recognize that every kind of relationships matters. Thanks to Midwest Dairy for making this possible.

Gen Z, or people born between 1997 and 2012, have been very influential on the buying trends within the consumer marketplace. They are focusing on, not only that their food tastes good and is good for their bodies, but also how it gets from farm to table. Molly Pelzer, CEO of Midwest Dairy shares some of the research they have done on this topic and how they are working to meet the demand of Gen Z customers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June's Panel will highlight leaders who specialize in creating content and influence. When we think of how we get information and how we make decisions, we may not realize that the art of communication is how all of this happens. Get ready to take notes on tips, strategies, and creative ways to influence! Thank you to Midwest Dairy! Panelists this month include Liz Wolfson of Sauce Magazine, Cara Harbstreet of Street Smart Nutrition, and Fred E. Miller of 'No Sweat' Public Speaking! - Speaker, Author, and Speech Coach.

Roxane Hill, executive director from The Regnier Family Wonderscope Children’s Museum of Kansas City and Samantha Carter, manager, marketing communications, discuss the 2020 partnership launched between Midwest Dairy and Wonderscope that brought together an outdoor agricultural exhibit for the museum that is helping connect museum-goers with dairy’s sustainability story. In this episode, we learn more about how Midwest Dairy’s partnership with Wonderscope is reaching two groups with immense buying power - millennial parents and their children, some of whom are in Gen Z - and how this growing collaboration presents a significant opportunity for dairy.

In the latest episode of Midwest Dairy’s Dairy on the Air podcast – A Deeper Dive into Dairy Farming and Sustainability – Midwest dairy farmer and AMPI Chairman of the Board, Steve Schlangen, and Midwest Dairy Vice President, Agricultural Affairs, Bob Lefebvre, share how all dairy farmers – no matter the size of their operation – can help be part of the solution for the dairy value chain to accomplish U.S. Dairy’s 2050 environmental stewardship goals.  

Monthly Panel Series: Sustainability Practices at Every Level April's Panel is created in celebration of National Earth Day. And I am putting a twist on what sustainability means from industries you may not be familiar with. We are taking a moment to understand how impactful sustainability is for our world and the future of it and share environmental progress being made on the farm, communities, in businesses. Thanks to Midwest Dairy for making this possible!

Knowing the first episode of our second season would be published the first week of March, it was obvious we needed to talk about the Cheese-A-Day Challenge started by "Farmer Tom" in the UK had to be discussed! Getting to Know Farmer Tom Let's start with the reality that the farmer who started the Cheese-A-Day Challenge, a taste-sensation for the month of February isn't a dairy farmer! In fact, he primarily grows arable crops including wheat for baking, barley for beer,  and they also produce lamb. Tom says all of it works together in building soil health with rotations and grazing. If you listened to season 1 of Grounded by the Farm, you know we have done episodes on all of those foods, but hearing about how they are grown on Tom's farm in the East of England is definitely different. And I had to laugh that I'm sitting in St. Louis and interviewing a farmer on the other side of the Atlantic to find out he grows a specific barley for Budweiser! A Cheese-A-Day Challenge Farmer Tom's been doing the cheese-a-day challenge for a few years now. He says he started doing it because he only really knew two types of cheese -- cheddar and Stilton -- and yet, the country has more than a thousand different cheeses. So in February, a time some call Februdairy, he tries a different cheese every day. You may enjoy the fact that Tom couldn't help but be amazingly proud of the dairy produced close to home as he boasts the history of English cheeses and their superiority to French cheese, even though the French & Belgians may have a bigger cheese reputation. Tom's helping put that to bed. He's shared it on Twitter, where he goes by @Farmer_Ton_UK, the last couple of years, but it kept gaining speed. This year, not only did he post videos on Twitter, but he put longer versions on YouTube. And this was the first year that he worked with a cheese shop on boxes. Almost 100 people subscribed to the series and got small shipments of cheeses without labels so they could participate in a blind taste test! You can browse the Twitter hashtag #cheeseadaychallenge to see the fun! While I interviewed Tom in the middle of the challenge, I asked him this week, what cheese was his favorite. You can see it here. In this video like everyday. He talks to someone who is involved in UK agriculture. You can watch the highlights on Tom's favorite cheese day in the Twitter edit or the full video here. That's Tom on the right and the head of the National Farmers Union on the left! While talking with Tom, I mentioned the chance I had recently to do a virtual cheese tasting with the folks at Midwest Dairy. They compiled a selection of cheeses from various parts of the midwest and sent a box to several of us cheese enthusiasts! My favorite was a soft cheese called Milk & Honey from Edgewood Creamery! Here's a list of the range of cheeses we had the chance to taste and like Tom, some of the pairings we had were great!  Raising Sheep Farmer Tom mentioned raising sheep which brings me back to lamb. The grazing of sheep and other smaller mammals like goats is definitely something that has a good fit in some areas of the world. As we discussed in an earlier episode, sheep can sometimes fit landscapes that aren't well-adapted for other animals. As someone who enjoys lamb, I love that he has a lamb biriyani recipe demo on his YouTube channel. Check it out. Farmer Time -- Connecting Farmers & Classrooms As if farming and organizing a month of cheese eating wasn't enough to keep Farmer Tom busy, he's started an organization called Farmer Time (farmertime.org.uk) where farmers are connected with classrooms for on-going interactions. Although it's started in the UK, they have already begun expanding it to several markets. The website serves as a connecting point with farmers and teachers entering their information into the site for pairing. And it builds direct connections between farmers and the classrooms where students can ask farmers questions about the topics they are studying! Farmers join the classes via Facetime, Skype or other video conferencing so students on a fortnightly basis (every other week like this podcast!). That gives the class a chance to see what's happening quickly. Find Farmer Tom Online Farm website:  VillageFarm.org.uk Twitter: @Farmer_Tom_UK Insta: @farmertomgb Facebook: @FarmerTomUk

In this episode, Brita Gibart, a teacher from Farmington, Minnesota, and Lorilee Schultz, a dairy farmer from Orangeville, Illinois, join host Andy Vance in a discussion exploring the impact of the Adopt a Cow program on students, teachers and dairy farmers. The discussion touches on how the Adopt a Cow program, a partnership between Discover Dairy and Midwest Dairy, brings real-life details about dairy farming directly into the classrooms of students across the Midwest Dairy region and provides an opportunity for dairy farmers to share about how they care for their animals, the environment and their communities.

In a discussion with Dairy on the Air host Andy Vance, Jon Moss, Chief Brand Officer/Senior Vice President at Pizza Ranch, shares how strategic partnerships between Pizza Ranch and Midwest Dairy have been mutually beneficial for driving demand during the pandemic and beyond. Moss details the original partnership that celebrated National Dairy Month in 2020 by offering free extra cheese to customers who purchased online. Moss also described how this initial partnership has now led to a more extensive partnership between Pizza Ranch and Midwest Dairy, along with other organizations with similar goals. This partnership has helped successfully launch Pizza Ranch’s frozen breakfast pizza line, which is a win-win for all involved, generating incremental sales and customer satisfaction across the board.

Molly Pelzer is CEO of Midwest Dairy and she talks about the lessons of 2020 and maximizing checkoff investment to grow sales and demand. Lance Honig is the crops branch chief at USDA-NASS and he joins us to discuss revisions to previous grain stocks reports for corn and the hefty downside move on corn yields from the November production estimate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January's Panel guests come in perfect timing! 2021 is the year to focus on our wellness. These leaders all come from the wellness centered around mental health, nutritional health, and physical health. They have steam-rolled change with unique concepts within their respected companies. Come join the conversation, January 7th on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/reshaundabettervessel There will be thought-provoking discussions with respected leaders who have done the work and have put 100% of themselves into their passion. From this panel series, you will relate to their stories, learn their struggles, and celebrate their success. The panel will feature Wellness-Centered Leaders who share their views and thoughts regarding - The groundwork of education and professional development that led their paths. - Their relentlessness to refuse to let go of their passion/dream. - And how they have found a way to extend the mission and expand this unique service to higher tiers. Join our conversation and learn what others have done to be a trailblazer within the Wellness industry. Thanks to a great partnership Midwest Dairy!

I am excited to present these giants within their industries! Maxine Clark of Build-A-Bear Workshop has taken her business empire to a platform that enriches her community to grow stronger. Kristy Jackson, known as, the network connector, keeps making spaces to gather entrepreneurs and empower business growth. And Marc Bowers of St. Louis Makes , keeps the innovation and business scaling wheel turning within the manufacturing industry. With this combination, there is a promise of knowledge, insights, and direction that you will be able to take away. Thanks again to Midwest Dairy for making this panel event possible!

Bonnie and Doug like to spend "Monday Morning in Medina" talking about consumer issues with KFGO Farm and Ranch Director Sarah Heinrich. Today we talked about a partnership between Midwest Dairy Partners and Subway Restaurants to provide nutritious meals to kids in need. This podcast is brought to you by One Oak Place, a 55 and better living community which is all about resident choice.  (Listen to Bonnie and Doug every Monday through Friday from 5-8 am on the “KFGO Morning Crew” and be part of our morning show by getting involved in our "Question of the Day" or by calling in weather and traffic information. Also make sure you like our KFGO Morning Crew Facebook page). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This conversation includes the perspectives of Midwest Dairy farmer Suzanne Vold as well as Bob Huffman of First District Association and Brian Zook of Bel Brands USA, who share how their unique parts of the dairy community are working toward the industry’s 2050 Environmental Stewardship Goals.

Conversation 163:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Katie Smith, PhD, RDN, LD Thank you to Midwest Dairy for sponsoring this podcast.  I am celebrating National Ag Day and National Ag Week on the podcast today by having a conversation with Katie Smith, who is a registered dietitian and a farmer. We talk about her passions of both professions and what dietitians should know about agriculture.  Please enjoy my conversation with Katie.  Connect with Katie: Email www.anneelizabethrd.com Copyright © 2019 OPI & AEHC Song: One Of These Days Artist: The Gemini www.thegeminimusic.com Music used by permission. All rights received. © ASCAP OrtmanMusic

This episode features a conversation with Midwest Dairy CEO, Molly Pelzer, who assumed the leadership role in late September following 35 years of service to dairy farmers. Pelzer shares her vision for Midwest Dairy and talks about the strengths and opportunities which present themselves to the industry. 

Podcast host and farm broadcaster Andy Vance sits down with Chicago Bears staff, Matt Black, corporate partnerships manager and Kevin Anderson, partnership activation specialist, to discuss why the franchise shares Midwest Dairy’s commitment to childhood nutrition and increased activity.  

On this week’s podcast, we have three interviews, as well as our weekly look at the global dairy markets with Liam Fenton from INTL FCStone.

On this week’s podcast, we have three interviews, as well as our weekly look at the global dairy markets with Liam Fenton from INTL FCStone.

Cara Schrager, registered dietitian and clinical programs manager at Joslin Diabetes Center; and Julie Mattson Ostrow, registered dietitian and vice president of Dairy Experience-Wellness at Midwest Dairy discuss current and emerging research which points to dairy’s positive effects on type 2 diabetes prevention and management. 

Dairy is the one of the most requested foods at food banks and one of the least donated items. Julie Yurko, CEO of the Northern Illinois Food Bank, joins Lucas Lentsch to discuss how Midwest Dairy is partnering with food banks to make sure milk and other dairy products are available to families in need 

Jenni and Kylene pause to remember the 75th anniversary of D-Day, Operation Overlord, and the service members who sacrificed for a world.  Kylene brings us an interview with Lucas Lentsch, CEO of Midwest Dairy, to kick off June Dairy Month. And Kylene and Jenni have part 1 of an exclusive interview with Dr. Nancy Jaax and Dr. Jerry Jaax, the real-life husband and wife veterinary team that's featured in the National Geographic series "The Hot Zone." We talk with these K-Staters and U.S. Army colonels about their service in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, Ebola, and what it's like to be played by Hollywood stars Julianna Margulies and Noah Emmerich on the screen.  Plus, the news you might have missed, Kylene with the markets, and our final thoughts. #RideWithUs

The year-round E15 bill as been approved just 10 hours before the June 1 deadline. In addition, Lucas Lentsch joins Mike and Delaney to talk about Midwest Dairy and National Dairy Month.

Listen in as Tom Gallagher, CEO Dairy Management Inc and Lucas Lentsch, CEO of Midwest Dairy, discuss how checkoff is working to take advantage of new opportunities for dairy.     

Dr. Lloyd Metzger from the Midwest Dairy Foods Research Center (MDFRC) shares how MDFRC research helps solve industry challenges to deliver dairy products that consumers desire and also fuels a strong market that benefits dairy farmers. 

Retailers are the critical link between dairy farmers and consumers. Hear how Midwest Dairy is working with retailers to drive milk sales. 

Conversation 96:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RDN, CDE “Education is communication. This is why I love doing communication coaching, media training, speaker training and any kind of nutrition communications training for dietitians. We’re all communicators because we’re educators. There are ways to take your skills to the next level and to hone those skills by being more compelling, concise and to be a better you by elevating the visibility and image of a dietitian, while helping the public get credible information.” - Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RDN, CDE Today’s conversation is with Melissa Joy Dobbins, also known as the Guilt-Free RD®, who has a passion for education through good communication of sound science, smart nutrition and good food. When I transitioned from a clinical dietitian to a retail dietitian, there was a very new and unknown aspect of my job I was completely unfamiliar with and that was media. I remember when I learned I was going to provide nutrition communications via television, radio and newspaper articles, I about fell over. As I got into doing more with media, I also stumbled upon a few videos of an Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Media Spokesperson and I started watching more of her work to learn more. We then connected through Midwest Dairy a few years later and I truly have been a fan ever since, following her great work and resources she provides dietitians. Her Sound Bites Podcast inspired me to start my own and I feel extremely lucky to be able to have had this conversation with her. Please enjoy my conversation with Melissa. Connect with Melissa on her website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.   www.anneelizabethrd.com Copyright © 2018 OPI & AEHC Song: One Of These Days Artist: The Gemini www.thegeminimusic.com Music used by permission. All rights received. © ASCAP OrtmanMusic

Guests: Lowell Mueller from Hooper, Midwest Dairy Nebraska Division chair, discusses new "Consumers Come First" focus at Midwest Dairy, and export potential of US dairy products Joe Schuele of the US Meat Export Federation talks about the latest news with Mexico's proposed beef grading guidelines Mike Naig, newly appointed Iowa Director of Agriculture following the departure of Bill Northey for his appointment in Washington DC

Conversation 64:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Sarah Cortese, RD, LD “I’m a firm believer in you have to do what you love. If you have to wake up and you feel like work is work and you dread it, then you’re not where you need to be. ” - Sarah Cortese, RD, LD Today’s conversation is with Sarah Cortese, a registered dietitian with a lot of sass and a love for collecting cookbooks. A couple of podcasts ago, I mentioned a Registered Dietitian Summit I went to sponsored by Midwest Dairy and the National Pork Board. I was fortunate to meet new registered dietitian friends. At our first dinner meet and greet when we arrived, we introduced ourselves to the group. I knew instantly when Sarah introduced herself, we would connect and be friends. Sarah is a realistic dietitian who cares deeply for the community and meeting people where they are along their wellness journey. She currently resides in Oklahoma, is a proud mom, has a passion for long term care, has worked as a retail dietitian and is ready for her next adventure.   Please enjoy my conversation with Sarah. Connect with Sarah by email and follow her on Instagram www.anneelizabethrd.com Copyright © 2018 OPI & AEHC Song: One Of These Days Artist: The Gemini www.thegeminimusic.com Music used by permission. All rights received. © ASCAP OrtmanMusic --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anneelizabethrd/message

Guests: Lowell Mueller from Hooper, Midwest Dairy Nebraska Division chair, discusses new "Consumers Come First" focus at Midwest Dairy, and export potential of US dairy products Joe Schuele of the US Meat Export Federation talks about the latest news with Mexico's proposed beef grading guidelines Mike Naig, newly appointed Iowa Director of Agriculture following the departure of Bill Northey for his appointment in Washington DC

Conversation 61:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Lucas Sjostrom “Our farmers are the experts. Every farm is different, we have the biggest and the smallest farms, every kind of operation you can imagine and we all are pulling the same weight. We are actually happy to celebrate our differences. For people who have never been to a farm before or never talked to a farmer before, they might assume all farming is this way and they do it like this but there are different soils, climates, even different breeds of cows that leads farmers to manage things in different ways, which I think is great.  There is no one way of farming that is better or worse. ” - Lucas Sjostrom Today’s conversation is with Lucas Sjostrom, a farmer and passionate professional working for Minnesota dairy farmers Last September I was fortunate to attend a RDN Farm Tour Summit hosted by Midwest Dairy and the National Pork Board in Minneapolis, MN. I was very excited because I had the opportunity to tour both dairy and pork farms to learn more about farming practices in the midwest. Part of the tour took me to Sjostrom Farms, a dairy farm in Lafayette, MN where I met Steve and his son Lucas. Not only is Lucas a Lucas is a son, a brother, a husband, a father, a part-time farmer, the Industry Relations Director for Midwest Dairy, the Executive Director of the Minnesota Milk Producers Association, and last but not least a tour guide at Redhead Creamery, which his wife is the President and CEO. Please sit back and enjoy my interesting conversation with Lucas. Connect with Lucas by email at Midwest Dairy and on Twitter @Lucas_MN_Dairy   www.anneelizabethrd.com Copyright © 2018 OPI & AEHC Song: One Of These Days Artist: The Gemini www.thegeminimusic.com Music used by permission. All rights received. © ASCAP OrtmanMusic   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anneelizabethrd/message

Conversation 50:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Stephanie Cundith, MS, RD, LD “It’s very easy to react and provide facts (to consumers questions), we are filled with facts as dietitians. It’s not always the best way to reach a person. It’s really figuring out a way to have a conversation so that maybe the chance of you opening someone's mind is greater if they feel like their talking with you versus being talked at.” - Stephanie Cundith, MS, RD, LD My conversation today is with nutrition communicator expert, Stephanie Cundith. A few years ago, I was invited to attend a nutrition communicator event hosted by Midwest Dairy. Being new to the communication aspect of my job, I was very excited for this opportunity thanks to Stephanie Cundith. Stephanie has a very unique journey in becoming a registered dietitian with communications always being her underlying superpower. For the past 11 years, she has been working for the dairy farmers of the midwest and has found her professional and personal passions. Stephanie is someone who inspires me and I know she will inspire you too! Please enjoy my conversation with Stephanie. Connect with Stephanie: scundith@midwestdairy.com and at Midwest Dairy Media Center www.anneelizabethrd.com Copyright © 2017 OPI & AEHC Song: One Of These Days Artist: The Gemini www.thegeminimusic.com Music used by permission. All rights received. © ASCAP OrtmanMusic   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/anneelizabethrd/message

Conversation 11:  The Story, Journey and Passion of Registered Dietitian, Jen Haugen RD, LD “Everyone has a book inside of them because everybody has a story to share. We are all drawn to stories and how someone else’s life can affect your life and impact you and inspire you and I think every dietitian can help someone.” - Jen Haugen, RD, LDN My conversation today is with Jen Haugen, RD, LD Jen is known nationwide as the Down to Earth Dietitian and I couldn’t agree more. I have been lucky to be a Nutrition Communicator for Midwest Dairy with Jen for the past 4 years and getting to know how her personal life has really influenced her professional life as a registered dietitian. She has come full circle with her passion of gardening, nutrition and nourishing the lives of others, especially her family and moms. As long as I have know Jen, I had no idea how deeply rooted gardening was in her life. It is wonderful how she is sharing her love for growth from the ground with growth at home around the dinner table. She has been a clinical dietitian at Mayo, a retail dietitian, and a media expert. She is now in her current role,  impacting the lives of children's health with school food service, becoming a newly published author with the writing of her first book The Mom’s Guide to a Nourishing Garden and a list of other exciting adventures. I am excited to share her story, thus far. Please enjoy my conversation with Jen. Links from the Conversation Connect with Jen on her website and social media outlets by visiting www.jenhaugen.com Minnesota State University at Mankato, Dietetics Program Mayo Clinic Dietetic Internship, Minnesota Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Hy-Vee Mayo Clinic, Minnesota Ted Talks Jen’s Ted Talk:  How Mom’s Can Change the World FNCE