Progressive Dairy Podcast

Progressive Dairy editors

The Progressive Dairy podcast is for U.S. dairy producers and their industry partners. Each helpful, informative episode serves as an on-the-go companion to the reliable, trustworthy information you find when reading Progressive Dairy magazine. New episodes are released every other week on Tuesdays.

  1. 4d ago

    The Calf "Fitbit" Changing How We Raise Dairy Calves (Sponsored Podcast)

    Raising calves is hard, and good help is harder to find. Dr. Jeremy Schefers, Merck Animal Health DVM, explains how SenseHub®️ Dairy Youngstock monitoring is stepping in as 24/7 "competent help" for producers managing tighter labor and bigger herds. Conversation includes: What the technology tracks and why it starts at just 27 hours of ageHow early detection changes treatment decisions and outcomesField examples of catching feed, weather and vaccine-related issues earlyThe connection between calfhood health and lifetime cow performanceWhat it really costs — and what producers can expect to get back This episode is sponsored by Merck Animal Health. A profitable herd starts long before first lactation. This episode is sponsored by SenseHub®️ Dairy Youngstock from Merck Animal Health, a monitoring solution that tracks calf behavior from day one to help producers catch problems early, protect long-term productivity and make the most of their labor. Learn more at SenseHub-Dairy.com.

    The Calf "Fitbit" Changing How We Raise Dairy Calves (Sponsored Podcast)

  2. Oct 20

    Ad van Velde: Global Dairy Farmers and a look inside his dairy farm in the Netherlands

    In this episode, join host Kimmi Devaney and Ad van Velde for a discussion about educational opportunities offered through Global Dairy Farmers, the technology he uses on his dairy farm in the Netherlands and a look at the dairy industry around the world. Episode overview: [~1:05] About van Velde’s dairy farm in the Netherlands[~5:30] On-farm technology[~6:45] Generating electricity on the farm[~7:40] Other on-farm innovations he is excited about[~10:15] Van Velde’s approach to sustainability[~12:15] About the dairy industry in the Netherlands[~14:35] Preparing the next generation to manage the farm in the future[~16:45] Global Dairy Farmers[~19:00] The Congress and other educational opportunities for members of Global Dairy Farmers[~23:50] The value of learning about the dairy industry in other countries[~24:30] The most memorable parts of van Velde’s Global Dairy Farmers presidency so far[~27:00] A look at the dairy industry around the globe

  3. Oct 15

    From Brain Health to Shopping Carts: How Dairy Marketing Reaches Today's Families (Sponsored Podcast)

    How does dairy checkoff turn nutrition science into consumer action? In this episode of the Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast, Scott Wallin sits down with Aris Georgiadis to discuss the consumer marketing strategies helping build trust and grow dairy sales. From the First 1,000 Days initiative and partnerships with trusted parenting resources to retail programs like We Are Family and the Dairy Does More platform, learn how dairy checkoff is connecting with today's consumers through science, storytelling and data-driven marketing.  Learn more about how your checkoff is working to build sales and trust at DairyCheckoff.com. Host & Guest  Host: Scott Wallin, Vice President of Farmer Communications & Media Relations, Dairy Management Inc. Guest: Aris Georgiadis, Senior Vice President of Marketing Communications, Dairy Management Inc. This episode is sponsored by Dairy Management Inc.

    From Brain Health to Shopping Carts: How Dairy Marketing Reaches Today's Families (Sponsored Podcast)

  4. Oct 8

    Breeding for Value: Capturing Profit Today and Premiums Tomorrow (Sponsored Podcast)

    As dairy producers look to maximize profitability, every pregnancy needs a strategic lens. Join Jeremy Howard of Simplot Animal Sciences and Lauren Kimble of Select Sires as they discuss strategic breeding, beef-on-dairy opportunities, the growing value of uniform, consistent genetics to help producers capture value today and prepare for tomorrow's market demands. Learn more about SimVitro® Cattle Embryos This episode is sponsored by Simplot Animal Sciences.

    Breeding for Value: Capturing Profit Today and Premiums Tomorrow (Sponsored Podcast)

  5. Oct 6

    Stacy Rethman finds her place on the family farm

    Stacy Rethman joins guest host Audrey Schmitz in this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast to discuss how she returned to her family’s dairy, Rottinghaus Holstein Farm in Seneca, Kansas. After teaching middle school science, she now helps manage their herd while educating consumers about dairy farming through outreach and social media. Episode breakdown: 0:40 – Rethman’s connection to farming4:00 – Journey from teaching to dairying8:00 – Similarities between teaching and dairying10:00 – Returning to the farm full time12:40 – Difficult seasons15:20 – Steepest learning curve16:50 – Finding balance between farming and family18:45 – Advice for other young women20:40 – Sharing farm life on social media

  6. Oct 1

    From Ammonia Control to Calf Performance: Lessons from the Hutch (Sponsored Podcast)

    Healthy calves begin with a healthy environment, and sometimes the most important challenges are found right at bedding level. In this episode, calf producer and researcher Dr. Dave Casper discusses what led him to investigate ammonia in calf hutches and the results of his research evaluating SurpHace® (sodium bisulfate) as an environmental management tool. He shares what the study revealed about ammonia concentrations and calf growth, and observations surrounding fly pressure. A great listen for producers looking for proactive ways to create a healthier calf environment. Episode highlights: 01:34 – Why Study Ammonia in Calf Hutches? Dave explains what first made him question ammonia levels in outdoor calf hutches. 03:44 – Reducing Ammonia with SurpHace The study showed lower ammonia levels, along with observations of reduced fly pressure. 05:23 – Improving Calf Growth Calves gained more than a tenth of a pound per day, resulting in about eight pounds of additional gain. 06:03 – Evaluating Ammonia at Calf Level Dave explains why producers should assess air quality where the calf actually rests. 07:07 – What’s Next for SurpHace Research? Ongoing work is evaluating whether once-weekly applications can provide effective ammonia control. This episode is sponsored by Jones-Hamilton.

    From Ammonia Control to Calf Performance: Lessons from the Hutch (Sponsored Podcast)

  7. Sep 22

    Tara Hill and Emma Hill-Macmillan: A mother-daughter partnership in dairy

    Tara Hill and Emma Hill-Macmillan join guest host Audrey Schmitz in this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast to chat about how dairywomen find balance between the farm and caring for their families. Learn how they work side by side on Charles Hill and Son Dairy in Central Onslow, Nova Scotia, and have a shared work ethic and passion for agriculture to advance their family farm. Episode breakdown:  0:45 – Connection to dairy farming 4:45 – Finding balance between farming and family6:50 – Difficult seasons and moments it felt worth it 10:00 – Differences in farming between generations13:25 – Working relationship between mother and daughter 16:55 – Leadership strengths women bring to the dairy industry

  8. Sep 17

    Manure management insights from Vaughan (Sponsored Podcast)

    Rick Boyer is the dairy/agriculture account manager for Vaughan Company. Rick has been with Vaughan Company since 2012, where he started in the manure department, and his expertise is manure. He has had a hand in most dairy and ag applications offering suggestions and solutions, from large commercial operations to small farms. This episode is sponsored by Vaughan Company. Visit the Vaughan Company website

    Manure management insights from Vaughan (Sponsored Podcast)
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The Progressive Dairy podcast is for U.S. dairy producers and their industry partners. Each helpful, informative episode serves as an on-the-go companion to the reliable, trustworthy information you find when reading Progressive Dairy magazine. New episodes are released every other week on Tuesdays.

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  • Creator
    Progressive Dairy editors
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    341
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Progressive Dairy Podcast
  • Show Website
    Progressive Dairy Podcast

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