The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast

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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.

  1. 6d ago

    Express Episode 25: Is it time for a change?

    Welcome to the Hoard’s Dairyman Podcast, your source for science-based information you can use on your dairy. Hoard's Dairyman Associate Editor Jessica Miller reads the FARM-accredited article from the magazine titled, "Is it time for a change?" by Robert James. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management, or FARM, Program, created by the National Milk Producers Federation in partnership with Dairy Management, Inc, helps ensure the success of U.S. dairy farmers by providing assurances to dairy customers and consumers. The FARM Animal Care Program helps to demonstrate dairy farmers’ commitment to providing excellent care of their dairy cattle and producing safe, wholesome milk. FARM Animal Care Standards require annual continuing education for stockmanship, pre-weaned calves, fitness to transport, non-ambulatory animals and euthanasia. Listening to these podcasts meets the continuing education standards. Farms can document their continuing education by using templates found at nationaldairyfarm.com or contact your FARM evaluator for more information. Thank you for listening to the Hoard’s Dairyman Podcast. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    7 min

  2. May 27

    Episodio Exprés 13 en Español: Echarse en diagonal es el síntoma, no el problema

    The Hoard's Dairyman Express Podcast is available for listening below in Spanish for any Spanish-speaking employees you have on your farm. This podcast is a direct English to Spanish translation of the original podcast in which Associate Editor, Jessica Miller, reads the article titled, "Diagonal lying, is the symptom not the culprit." The Hoard’s Dairyman’s Express podcast episodes in Spanish are direct translations produced by the Hoard's Dairyman en Español editorial staff, with the translated scripts subsequently narrated using AI-generated voice technology. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    5 min

  3. May 27

    Episodio Exprés 4 en Español: Enriqueciendo las vidas del ganado lechero

    El episodio explica que el bienestar del ganado lechero depende del manejo diario y no solo de evitar el sufrimiento, sino también de ofrecer experiencias positivas.  Destaca el enriquecimiento animal como clave para mejorar la calidad de vida, siempre que los recursos realmente beneficien a las vacas.  Se mencionan distintos tipos de enriquecimiento (físico, sensorial, alimenticio, cognitivo y social) y la importancia de reducir el estrés, como el calor.  En resumen, un buen manejo mejora el bienestar, la resiliencia y el desarrollo a largo plazo del ganado. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    9 min

  4. May 27

    Episodio Exprés 5 en Español: Haga de las diarreas una ocurrencia rara

    En este episodio exploramos cómo reducir los brotes de diarrea en becerras lecheras mediante prácticas clave de manejo, nutrición e higiene. Basado en las recomendaciones de la especialista Melissa Cantor de la Universidad Estatal de Pensilvania, hablamos sobre la importancia de la vacunación de las vacas antes del parto, el manejo adecuado del área de maternidad, el papel fundamental del calostro y cómo identificar correctamente los casos de diarrea. También analizamos la relevancia de la capacitación del personal y la consistencia en los protocolos de crianza para mejorar la salud y el desarrollo de las futuras vacas del hato. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    8 min

  5. May 27

    Episodio Exprés en Español: ¿Es momento de un cambio?

    The Hoard's Dairyman Express Podcast is available for listening below in Spanish for any Spanish-speaking employees you have on your farm. This podcast is a direct English to Spanish translation of the original podcast in which Associate Editor, Jessica Miller, reads the article titled, "Is it time for a change?" 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    9 min

  6. May 27

    Episodio Exprés en Español: ¿Sustituto o leche de descarte?

    En este episodio analizamos las ventajas y desventajas de alimentar a las becerras con leche de descarte o sustituto de leche. Exploramos investigaciones recientes que comparan el crecimiento, la salud y el desarrollo de las becerras bajo ambos sistemas, así como los factores económicos y de manejo que influyen en la decisión dentro de cada establo. También discutimos la importancia de la pasteurización y cómo elegir la mejor estrategia de alimentación para el éxito de la operación lechera. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    5 min

  7. May 21

    Producer Profile: Daniel Buttars of Butter-Dell Holsteins

    This podcast is sponsored by Alltech. 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 UtahWestern dairy production and irrigation challengesBreeding goals for modern HolsteinsDairy exports and global market growthThe value of dairy promotion and checkoff programsLeadership opportunities for young dairy producersThe future of dairy innovation and researchWhy relationships and service matter in agricultureIf 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. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    39 min

  8. May 14

    Express Episode 24: These simple signs point to dehydration

    In this episode of the Hoard's Dairyman Podcast, listeners learn how to recognize the early signs of dehydration in dairy calves and why quick action is critical during cases of calf diarrhea. Veterinarian Amelia Willems explains the importance of water and electrolytes in maintaining normal body function and shares practical tips for evaluating calf health, including checking for sunken eyes and reduced skin elasticity. The episode also highlights the value of working closely with a herd veterinarian and using hands-on experience to identify dehydration before it becomes severe. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management or Farm Program helps to demonstrate dairy farmers commitment to providing excellent care of their dairy cattle and producing safe, wholesome milk. Supported by Dairy Management, Inc. and managed by the National Milk Producers Federation. The farm program details animal care guidelines using the latest science and best management practices. Farm animal care standards outline annual continuing education requirements for family and non-family employees. Listening to these podcasts meets the continuing education standards. Farms can document their continuing education by using templates found on Farms website, as at National Dairy Farm to learn more. 👉 Please follow us on your favorite podcast app, and don't forget to like and subscribe on YouTube.  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoardsDairyman1 Website: https://hoards.com/

    3 min
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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.

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  • Creator
    Hoard's Dairyman
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast
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