Dairy Delivery

Dairy Delivery by the Dairy Star
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Dairy Delivery is a new podcast from the Dairy Star, a new way to hear dairy farmers' stories. Dairy Star covers a third of all dairy producers in the U.S. mailing free newspaper copies to farmers in the Upper Midwest. We are "All dairy, all the time™" Our content is presented from the perspective of the producer, from the 50 cow dairy, to the farm of 10,000 cows and everywhere in between. New episodes are released Mondays after the newspaper is published. We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery, all dairy, all the time.

  1. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    Dairy Leadership, FFA History From a World Dairy Expo Time Capsule and Forage Opportunities

    12th-generation dairy farmers at Oakfield Corners Dairy are honored as World Dairy Expo’s Producers of the Year, a 30-year-old FFA proficiency award application resurfaces from an Expo time capsule and the World Forage Analysis Superbowl brings opportunities for a family farm in today’s episode.The episode starts with Jonathan Lamb of Oakfield Corners Dairy, who talks about the dairy’s growth in genomic indexing, leadership and the priority of continuous improvement. He also shares advice for fellow dairy farmers. Then, Amy Ryan revisits her dairy entrepreneurship Wisconsin FFA proficiency award application, which was placed in an Expo time capsule 30 years ago and revealed from a milk can this week. We go through the application and reflect on the goals she had as a young dairy exhibitor and where life has taken her. The final conversation is with Seth Huizenga about why he continues to enter the World Forage Analysis Superbowl. He involves his kids in crop scouting and shares his experience presenting a seminar at this year’s Expo.Listen back to the other two World Dairy Expo Special Edition BONUS episodes for more of the big topics at this year’s show, from youth winners to educational opportunities.Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled podcast will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review!We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time. Today's episode is sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau. Visit their website at www.wfbf.com.

    Dairy Leadership, FFA History From a World Dairy Expo Time Capsule and Forage Opportunities

  2. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    Calf Data, Dairy Nutrition and High-Oleic Soybeans: Conversations From World Dairy Expo

    Learning from others in the dairy industry is one of the many opportunities at World Dairy Expo. Today’s episode covers conversations on calf health data, strategies for dairy farm profitability and the considerations that come with using high-oleic soybeans. First, we look at calf health and the growing pressure to maximize the value of every calf while managing disease risk and tighter replacement supplies. Assistant director of product development at DRMS Robert Fourdraine and Katie Schmitt, industry relations manager for the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding, discuss what the data shows, along with new traits and tools available to producers. Then, we hear from Paulina Letelier, a consultant with GPS Dairy Consulting, about her work with dairy farmers and strategies for dairy nutrition and profitability. Her approach comes back to keeping things simple and practical. We wrap up with Stacy Nichols, Dairy Technical Sales Manager at Vita Plus, talking about the opportunities and considerations for high-oleic soybeans. He discusses whether an on-farm roaster is needed and the questions producers should ask about their operation before getting started. Additional BONUS episodes are part of our World Dairy Expo coverage, with one released earlier this week and another coming Friday. Those episodes cover educational seminars, conversations with dairy farmers, youth and more from Expo. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled podcast will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review! We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time. Today's episode is sponsored by DRMS. Visit their website at www.DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ to learn more.

    Calf Data, Dairy Nutrition and High-Oleic Soybeans: Conversations From World Dairy Expo

  3. 6d ago ·  Bonus

    Youth Involvement at World Dairy Expo: The How and Why Behind Their Success

    Fitting, showmanship and judging offer young people valuable opportunities to get involved in the dairy industry, grow their skills and build lasting connections. In this special BONUS episode of the Dairy Delivery Podcast, three individuals share how they rose to the top of their respective contests and what they enjoy most about being part of this year's opportunities. First, we hear from Joseph Achen of Iowa State University, who placed third overall in the National Intercollegiate Dairy Cattle Judging Contest. Although he didn't initially plan to compete when he entered college, watching upperclassmen succeed inspired him to give it a try. He credits his willingness to learn and accept feedback as contributors to his success. Next, 2026 National Guernsey Queen Olivia Jennrich shares how she uses her role to encourage youth involvement while promoting the traditions and values of the Guernsey breed. Heading into Saturday's youth activities, her goal was simply to enjoy the experience – and she did just that, earning a spot in the Senior Showmanship Finals. Finally, we hear from Sutton Paulson, this year's Overall Fitting Contest winner. After earning third place in recent years, his persistence and determination paid off. He discusses the international connections he has built and what it takes to compete at the highest level. Additional bonus episodes will be released this week on Thursday and Friday, covering this year's World Dairy Expo with educational seminar information, conversations with dairy farmers, youth and more from Expo. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled podcast will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review! We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time. Today's episode is sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau. Visit their website at www.wfbf.com.

    Youth Involvement at World Dairy Expo: The How and Why Behind Their Success

  4. Sep 28

    World Dairy Expo Changes and Everything to Know

    Attending World Dairy Expo or want to know what is changing for this year's event? This episode's industry expert is World Dairy Expo Board of Directors President Bill Hageman. He talks to us about this year's show, the many opportunities available to attendees and a brief look ahead at what is coming in 2027. Today's "Legacy Farmer" segment spotlights Mark Frost, of Withee, Wisconsin, alongside his wife, Cherrie. Together, they have been milking cows for 45 years and currently milk 50 cows in their tiestall barn. What the Frosts love most about dairy farming is the opportunity to be their own bosses. It is a seven-day-a-week job and it is not always easy, but they value working at their own pace and setting their own schedule. In today's "So You Think You Had a Bad Day" segment, we hear about a 3 a.m. wake-up call that led to a search for steers that had made their way out of the farm gate and into the yard. Upcoming Dairy Industry Events • September 29: Soy for cattle, West Point, Neb.  • September 29-October 2: World Dairy Expo, Madison, Wis.  • October 3: Dairy goat artificial insemination training program • October 15-17: 4-H dairy tour, St. Paul, Minn.  Bonus episodes will be released this week on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, covering this year's World Dairy Expo with educational seminar information, conversations with dairy farmers and youth and more from Expo. New regularly scheduled episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments do dairydelivery@dairystar.com. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled episode will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review! We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.

  5. Sep 14

    Looking Beyond the Visuals When Evaluating Corn Silage

    Today's Dairy Delivery Podcast from Dairy Star is taking on a new format, highlighting dairy farmers and bringing together conversations with people throughout the dairy community. Each episode now includes three segments: a dairy expert conversation, a "Legacy Farmer" and "So You Think You Had a Bad Day" segments, which shares the challenges and perseverance found on dairy farms. You'll also hear a calendar of upcoming events for dairy farmers and a look at what's in the latest Dairy Star newspaper. This episode's dairy industry guest is Harkirat Kaur, corn agronomy extension specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She discusses why this year's corn silage crop may be more variable than last year and why visual ratings along are not enough to evaluate forage quality. Kaur also talks about what dairy farmers should consider before harvesting, how harvest timing affects nutrition and resouces available to help make decisions in the field. See what the Corn Silage Dry Down looks like in Wisconsin: connect.doit.wisc.edu/cornsilagedrydown/ More crop resources: badgercropnetwork.com Today's "Legacy Farmer" segment features Gary and Diane Hensel of Minnesota, who began with fewer than 15 cows and grew their herd to 50. We hear the successes and challenges they experienced along the way. In this episode's "So You Think You Haad a Bad Day" segment, we hear a story about an expensive day with farm equipment and the perseverance it took to move forward. New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to dairydelivery@ dairystar.com. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next episode will be released September 28 – about the dairy community and leave a review! We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time. Today's episode is sponsored by DRMS. Visit their website at www.DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ. Calendar Links Parasite patrol tour Soy for cattle World Dairy Expo Dairy goat artificial insemination training program 4-H dairy tour

  6. Aug 24

    Dairy Farmers Connecting Communities, From Music and Farming to Iowa Dairy Royalty

    Community music, raw milk sales, new Iowa dairy royalty and a longtime county fair tradition are among the stories featured in today's episode. First, we hear from father and son Jeff and Steve Schmitt, who operate Windy Hill Dairy in Iowa, while also playing in a community band on Wednesday nights during the summer. Both play the trumpet, and their time in the band gives them an opportunity to strengthen their connections with others beyond the farm gate. Then we hear from Sarah Fitzgerald, who was on the cusp of starting her career as a dairy farmer when her family had to sell their cows a few years ago. Now, she milks six cows in Illinois and has a permit to sell raw milk and also makes bars of soap from her cows' milk. Then we hear from two soon-to-be college roommates who will spend the next year representing Iowa's dairy industry after being crowned Iowa dairy royalty. The newly named 2026-27 Iowa Dairy Princess Hannah Hagen and the Iowa Dairy Princess Alternate Mae Wedemeier have known each other for years through shared interests ranging from dance to FFA. This fall, they will both attend Iowa State University to pursue agriculture-related studies while living together and serving as ambassadors for Iowa's dairy farmers and the industry. Today's final conversation highlights a county fair tradition that has been going strong for nearly 40 years. Reynold and Vivian Dittbenner have been serving sweet dairy treats to attendees at the Brown County Fair, showcasing the many delicious possibilities of dairy. The dairy delights have become a staple that many look forward to enjoying each fair season. New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to dairydelivery@dairystar.com. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on September 14 — about the dairy community and leave a review! We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.

  7. Aug 10

    Wolf Encounter on Dairy Farm, New Dairy Associate Degree, Family Chores and Crop Nutrition Insights

    An unexpected wolf on a dairy farm leads the episode, along with a new associate degree aimed at strengthening the dairy technology workforce, a look at a day in the life of a Minnesota dairy farm family and insights into this year's crop and what it could mean for dairy nutrition. We begin with Nathan Kling, who found wolf tracks throughout the sand surround an area where one of his cows was recovering. Teeth and bite marks provided evidence of what caused the cows untimely death. Then we hear from Londa Nwadike of South Dakota State University about a new associate degree being offered this fall. While students have been able to complete 2-year technical degrees in related fields such as automation, there has not been a dedicated 2-year program focused specifically on dairy production or dairy processing. That is, until now. Next, we hear from a Minnesota dairy farming family. Each day three generations of the Rausch and Crosby family step foot into the barn for chores. Ann Crosby, and her two sons Cody and Chase, and her dad Tom Rausch, milk 60 cows at the family farm, Oak Grove Dairy, near Randall. Today's final conversation is with Barry Visser, a nutritionist and consistent contributor to the Dairy Star. We talk with him about this year's corn crop, including how weather patterns have affected crop growth and disease exposure. New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to dairydelivery@dairystar.com. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on August 24 — about the dairy community and leave a review! This episode is sponsored by DRMS. Learn more at DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ. We look forward to bringing you this new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.

  8. Jul 27

    How Dairy Connects Visitors and Farmers at Midwest State Fairs

    Every fair has something unique to offer, whether it's cookies and milk, a building dedicated to Wisconsin agriculture, or the iconic butter sculptures found in Minnesota and Iowa. Today, we're hearing the many dairy connections that bring these traditions to life, from showcasing dairy farming to highlighting the foods, exhibits and experiences visitors can enjoy at these Midwestern state fairs.  Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board President Nicole Barlass shares how dairy exhibits and experiences have grown and changed over the years on the fairgrounds near Milwaukee. A longtime volunteer, Barlass discusses Dairy Lane, daily dairy and goat milking demonstrations, youth dairy shows and the award-winning products recognized through the state fair dairy products contest, many of which fairgoers can sample from the board’s stands. Next, former Princess Kay of the Milky Way Brenna Bobendreier, now Minnesota and North Dakota farmer relations manager for Midwest Dairy, highlights Minnesota's celebrated dairy traditions. She talks about the butter sculptures carved in the likenesses of Princess Kay finalists, dairy-focused educational partnerships and exhibits such as the Eco Experience and the many ways fairgoers can experience dairy during their visit. The episode concludes with Mitch Schutte, vice president of agricultural affairs at Midwest Dairy, who shares how dairy comes to life at the Iowa State Fair. Schutte discusses the iconic butter cow, student-led Parlor Talks, opportunities for visitors to connect with dairy farmers and the dairy foods and experiences that make the fair a favorite destination each year. New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to ⁠dairydelivery@dairystar.com⁠. Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on August 10 — about the dairy community and leave a review! We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.

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Dairy Delivery is a new podcast from the Dairy Star, a new way to hear dairy farmers' stories. Dairy Star covers a third of all dairy producers in the U.S. mailing free newspaper copies to farmers in the Upper Midwest. We are "All dairy, all the time™" Our content is presented from the perspective of the producer, from the 50 cow dairy, to the farm of 10,000 cows and everywhere in between. New episodes are released Mondays after the newspaper is published. We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery, all dairy, all the time.

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  • Creator
    Dairy Delivery by the Dairy Star
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Dairy Delivery by the Dairy Star
  • Show Website
    Dairy Delivery

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