The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast
The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast hosts trusted, educational, informative, and entertaining content all at the convenience of the smartphone. Listen at home, in your tractor, or on the go as producers and dairy industry professionals chat about the latest occurring in the dairy world.
Episodes
29 episodes
Express Episode 11: Transporting calves should be top of mind
In this episode, the 2025 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern, Samantha Stamm, reads the FARM-accredited article from the magazine titled, "Transporting calves should be top of mind," by Associate Editor, Jenna Byrne.The National ...
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4:05
Tackling Rural Mental Health with Colleen Stegenga
In this episode, Colleen Stegenga, clinical social worker and therapist, walks us through the state of mental health among farmers and those in rural areas. She also addresses what can be done when you or a loved one begins struggling with thei...
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48:01
Express Episode 10: Should I feed waste milk or milk replacer
In this episode, the 2025 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern, Samantha Stamm, reads the FARM-accredited article from the magazine titled, "Should I feed waste milk or milk replacer," by Associate Editor, Jenna Byrne.The National ...
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3:33
Looking ahead to the year of the woman farmer, with Krysta Harden, President and CEO of USDEC.
In this episode of the Hoard's Dairyman Podcast, Krysta Harden, the CEO of USDEC, visits us again to discuss the upcoming year of the woman farmer, women and their roles in agriculture, and the importance for everyone to work together ...
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Express Episode 9: Engaging positive animal behavior
In this episode, the 2025 Hoard's Dairyman Editorial Intern, Samantha Stamm, reads the FARM-accredited article from the magazine titled, "Engaging positive animal behavior," by Jennifer Van Os.The National Dairy Farmers Assuring...
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3:54
Producer Spotlight: Ted Cristoph of Liberty Jersey Farm
In this episode, Associate Editor at Hoard’s Dairyman, Jenna Byrne, interviews Ted Cristoph of Liberty Jersey Farm from Fallon, Nevada. Ted is also the author of Passing the Torch, a book providing an insightful guide to successfully taking ove...
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44:06
Express Podcast 8: Make calves a part of herd health
In this episode, Associate Editor for Hoard's Dairyman, Jessica Miller, reads the FARM-accredited article titled, "Make calves a part of herd health."The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program helps to demo...
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6:58
Start 'em right with tools to ensure fresh cow success
Today’s podcast originally aired in October 2024 as a Hoard’s Dairyman webinar. Cornell University’s Jessica McArt, D.V.M., presented, “Start ‘em right with tools to ens...
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1:08:40
Producer Profile: Dan Siemers of Siemers Holsteins
Today’s guest is Wisconsin native and 5th generation dairy producer, Dan Siemers. Dan runs Siemers Holsteins, an award-winning dairy farm in Newton, Wisconsin. Dan explains how their detailed work on the genetics of their herd has improved thei...
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47:36
Express Episode 7: What to know before your calves go
In this episode, Associate Editor at Hoard's Dairyman, Jessica Miller, reads the FARM-accredited article titled What to know before your calves go.The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program helps t...
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6:50
Improving your milk quality IQ ft. Roger Thompson D.V.M
The guest for today's podcast is Roger Thomson. Roger Thomson, D.V.M. of MQ-IQ Consulting of Battle Creek, Michigan, focuses on milk quality consulting. He was a practicing veterinarian for 45 years, and most recently has served in a teaching r...
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1:11:06
Express Episode 6: Calf care standards continue to climb
In this episode, Jenna Byrne, an Associate Editor at Hoard's Dairyman, reads the FARM-accredited article titled Calf Care Standards Continue to Climb. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Progr...
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7:55
Producer Spotlight: Josh Docheff of Blue-Sky Dairy
Today’s guest is Colorado native, Josh Docheff of Blue-Sky Dairy in Mead, Colorado. Docheff grew up on his family’s dairy, attended Colorado State University, and now runs a 750-cow dairy alongside his brother. He recently reopened their family...
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46:57
Express Episode 5: Make Scour Events a Rare Occurrence
In this episode, Jenna Byrne, an Associate Editor at Hoard's Dairyman, reads the FARM-accredited article titled Make Scour Events a Rare Occurrence. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program ...
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6:28
From US Dairies to the World: Featuring USDEC CEO Krysta Harden
Today's podcast is called From US Dairies to the World. This episode highlights the current strengths of US dairy exports, the largest importers of dairy, and what new export opportunities exist throughout the world. The host for t...
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45:14
Express Episode 4: Enriching the Lives of Dairy Cattle
In this episode, Associate Editor at Hoard's Dairyman, Jenna Byrne, reads the FARM-accredited article titled Enriching the Lives of Dairy Cattle. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program hel...
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6:47
Express Episode 3: Don’t let the first meal be her last
In this episode, Managing Editor at Hoard's Dairyman, Kylene Anderson, reads the FARM-accredited article titled Don't Let the First Meal Be Her Last. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program...
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9:13
Giving Calves the Best Start: Featuring Dr. Bob James
Today’s podcast is called Giving Calves the Best Start. This episode will help you recognize small issues with calves before they become big problems. We’re also going to cover calf nutrition, housing, weaning strategies, and the future of calf...
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53:51
Express Episode 2: Write Down Your Down Cow Protocols
In this episode, Managing Editor of Hoard's Dairyman, Kylene Anderson, reads a FARM-Accredited article titled "Write Down Your Down Cow Protocols."The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program helps t...
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3:23
Spotlight on Sorghum: Featuring Steve Martin
Welcome to the Hoard’s Dairyman Podcast, your source for trusted, science-based information you can use on your dairy. Today’s podcast is called Spotlight on Sorghum. This episode will highlight the recent technological developments in growing ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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Express Episode 1: It’s time to cull “cull cows” from our vocabulary
In this Express episode, Managing Editor of Hoard's Dairyman, Kylene Anderson, reads a FARM-Certified article from the magazine called "It's time to cull "cull cows" from our vocabulary". The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsi...
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6:51
The role of inoculants in quality forages
On this episode, Hoard’s Dairyman Editor Abby Bauer was joined by Luiz Ferraretto, an assistant professor and extension specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Ferraretto shared advice on making quality forages, information ...
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22:20
A closer look at feed efficiency
On this episode, Hoard’s Dairyman Editor Abby Bauer was joined by Mary Beth de Ondarza, the sole proprietor of Paradox Nutrition, LLC. As a consultant, de Ondarza works with dairies in the Northeast, and she shared her knowledge and ex...
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23:22
Dealing with digital dermatitis
On this episode, Hoard’s Dairyman Editor Abby Bauer was joined by Dörte Döpfer, a professor at the University of Wisconsin’s School of Veterinary Medicine. Döpfer shared her in-depth knowledge about digital dermatitis, what causes this...
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36:30
What to know about early onset muscle weakness
This episode of the Herd It Here podcast discusses the discovery, development, and current status of one of the dairy industry’s newest genetic conditions: early onset muscle weakness. Chad Dechow, an associate professor of dairy cattle genetic...
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