Producer Profile: Daniel Buttars of Butter-Dell Holsteins

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From five generations of dairy tradition in northern Utah to shaping the future of dairy promotion across the globe, this episode of the Hoard’s Dairyman Podcast is packed with insight, innovation, and real talk from the farm. Utah dairyman Daniel Buttars of Butter-Dell Holsteins joins us to share what it takes to keep a family dairy thriving in the Mountain West while balancing leadership roles that influence the entire U.S. dairy industry.

Daniel opens up about managing a 270-cow Holstein herd, farming under challenging western irrigation conditions, breeding for longevity and efficiency, and preparing the next generation for the future of dairy. He also takes listeners behind the scenes of dairy checkoff, exports, and farmer leadership, explaining how global dairy markets directly impact the success of farms back home.

From World Dairy Expo memories to the future of dairy innovation, this conversation highlights the passion, resilience, and community that unite dairy producers across the country.

Whether you milk 50 cows or 5,000, this episode offers valuable perspective on where the dairy industry is headed and why producer voices matter now more than ever.

Topics include:

• Five generations of dairy farming in Utah
• Western dairy production and irrigation challenges
• Breeding goals for modern Holsteins
• Dairy exports and global market growth
• The value of dairy promotion and checkoff programs
• Leadership opportunities for young dairy producers
• The future of dairy innovation and research
• Why relationships and service matter in agriculture

If this episode resonates with you, share it with a fellow dairy producer, farm family member, or ag leader who cares about the future of the dairy industry.

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