Cow-Side Conversations
“Cowside Conversations” is a monthly podcast brought to you by the Center for Dairy Excellence. We’ve heard time and time again that dairy farmers learn the most from other dairy farmers. So, in this podcast we’re going to share real-time farmer insight, tricks of the trade, and inspiring stories from dairies across Pennsylvania.
Cow-Side Conversations
Episode 11: Tyler Rohrer talks expansion and how new rotary parlor improves herd health, overcrowding and employee management
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Center for Dairy Excellence
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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What does the expansion decision-making process look like? In this episode of Cow-Side Conversations, Tyler Rohrer of Rohrer Dairy Farms in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania shares how his family made the decision to invest in a 60-stall rotary milking parlor and expand to milk 1,600 cows. From milking more cows in less time to a healthier overall herd, Tyler describes some of the benefits and competitive advantages to their new set-up – while being honest about the hurdles and timelines that are part of any major dairy expansion project.
