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STtalks

STtalks is the podcast platform for the leading cattle genetic company, STgenetics. These STtalks episodes will provide you with the latest information on all the technology, programs, genetics, events and more that STgenetics has to offer. Many episodes will feature industry discussions with multiple members of our team, bringing light to topics we know our producers are interested in. STgenetics; the best way to predict the future is to create it!

  1. STtalks #291 - Welcoming a Crowd to Four Cubs Farm Dairy Breakfast with Nathan Brandt, Ben & Nicki Peterson

    14H AGO

    STtalks #291 - Welcoming a Crowd to Four Cubs Farm Dairy Breakfast with Nathan Brandt, Ben & Nicki Peterson

    We continue to celebrate June Dairy Month, this time we have Ben and Nicki Peterson and Nathan Brandt of Four Cubs Farms with us to share about their annual Dairy Breakfast event that is fundraising for their local community. In this STtalks you can learn about the farm’s rich history, their transition to robotic milking and the wide-spread community impact their event has. From their “why” to how they make it all happen, we learn all about the great event the Four Cubs Farms family hosts year after year! 0:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:39 History of Four Cubs Farm 01:48 Annual Dairy Breakfast Tradition 05:23 Community Involvement and Support 07:02 Preparing for the Event 09:43 Impact of Technology in Dairy Farming 10:28 Event Details and Conclusion

    12 min
  2. STtalks #290 - Finding Intentional Balance within Fatherhood with Matt Simon of GenoSource

    2D AGO

    STtalks #290 - Finding Intentional Balance within Fatherhood with Matt Simon of GenoSource

    Happy Father’s Day from STgenetics! In this STtalks episode, we sit down with Matt Simon, the CFO of GenoSource who shares about his intentional balance of fatherhood. From his time growing up on Farnear Holsteins seeing his dad manage the daily duties of the farm to finding his place within the dairy industry, we learn about his time management between work, board committees and home and how he tries to juggle it all. Something we know any farm dad may find hard, Matt offers advice on this balance as well as family farm conversations and more! 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Matt Simon's Role at GenoSource 01:12 Family Life and Background 01:40 Growing Up on the Family Farm 02:47 Working with Family at GenoSource 03:24 Succession Planning Insights 04:41 Board Memberships and Commitments 06:15 Balancing Work and Family Life 07:03 Rewards and Challenges of Fatherhood 07:53 Advice for Prioritizing Family Time 08:42 Conclusion and Farewell

    9 min
  3. STtalks #289 - Introducing New Holstein Sires June 2025 with Alan Kruse & Logan Voigts

    4D AGO

    STtalks #289 - Introducing New Holstein Sires June 2025 with Alan Kruse & Logan Voigts

    Breaking down new bloodlines for impressive genetic gains! STgenetics® released 14 new Holstein sires this June and team members Logan Voigts and Alan Kruse join us to share more about this impressive group. Out of the 14, eight are sired by different bulls and seven of these individuals are entering our Legend™ Program. This group is providing new outcross pedigrees while also bringing extremely high-performance genetic packages. All together they average +3354 GTPI, +1005 NM$, +165 CFP, +3.4 PL and +0.54 UDC. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:38 High GTPI Bulls: MITIGATE, BRISBANE, and BOUNTY 03:06 Incredible Component Bulls: YACHTSMAN and ELEVATE 05:44 Higher Health and Longevity Bulls: BURBANK, OCTANE and MAINLINE 08:28 High Type Numbers Bulls: NERO, MYSTERIOUS and MARQUEE 10:57 Balanced Bulls: PONDER, MEGALADON and DEOXY 13:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    15 min
  4. STtalks #288 - Oakridge Farm Day with Kaylee Hill of Oakridge Dairy LLC

    JUN 10

    STtalks #288 - Oakridge Farm Day with Kaylee Hill of Oakridge Dairy LLC

    As we continue to celebrate June Dairy Month, Kaylee Hill from Oakridge Dairy of Ellington, Connecticut joins us to share about their annual Farm Day which they anticipate will attract 3,500 people this year who are looking to meet their farmer! With the vision to be the farm of the future in a world where people know their farmer, Oakridge prioritizes tours and creating a lasting experience year-round, however their Farm Day is a large event they focus on to bring many aspects of their farm all together to show their community where their milk is coming from and the care that goes into that entire process. The event will be held on June 28th at the farm for any of our local listeners who would be interested in participating! 00:00 Introduction to STtalks and June Dairy Month00:29 Meet Kaylee Hill of Oakridge Dairy00:50 Oakridge Dairy's Community Engagement01:50 The History and Evolution of Oakridge Farm Day03:48 Anticipating Oakridge Farm Day 202505:23 Sustainability at Oakridge Dairy06:43 The Modern Milkman: Home Delivery Service08:51 Educational Booths and Collaborations at Farm Day13:46 Event Details and Final Thoughts

    16 min
  5. STtalks #287 - The Power of Connection with Kelly Reynolds of Reyncrest Farm

    JUN 6

    STtalks #287 - The Power of Connection with Kelly Reynolds of Reyncrest Farm

    We kick off June Dairy Month featuring farms, organizations and individuals who are shining a bright light on the dairy industry and helping shape the conception of our amazing consumers! To start off our features, we have Kelly Reynolds of Reyncrest Farm with us to share the array of events her family hosts to connect with their local community and make sure that those who visit or pass by their farm feel good about buying a gallon of milk. From virtual tours to opening up their farm for a city to farm exchange welcoming students from New York City, the Reynolds do a wonderful job of showing how and why dairy farmers care for their cows and the milk they produce! 00:00 Introduction to June Dairy Month 00:29 Meet Kelly Reynolds and Reyncrest Farm 01:26 Public Engagement and Outreach 02:29 Events and Virtual Tours 05:20 Impact and Reach of Farm Tours 06:15 Virtual Tour Details 07:34 Maintaining a Picturesque Farm 09:09 Educational Goals for Young Audiences 12:17 Advice for Other Dairy Farmers 13:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    15 min
  6. STtalks #286 - Panorama del Mercado Ganadero en Uruguay con Julio Antognazza e Ignacio Mazzuia de SERGEN

    JUN 5

    STtalks #286 - Panorama del Mercado Ganadero en Uruguay con Julio Antognazza e Ignacio Mazzuia de SERGEN

    En esta edición de STtalks, contamos con la participación de Julio Antognazza e Ignacio Mazzuia, propietarios de SERGEN y representantes de STgenetics en Uruguay. Junto a ellos, abordamos el panorama actual del mercado lechero y de carne en Uruguay, y qué factores están impulsando la demanda de productos y servicios relacionados con el mejoramiento genético. Tecnologías como el semen sexado Ultraplus™ y los tests genómicos Vision+™ también entran en foco, mostrando cómo vienen impactando la rentabilidad y la toma de decisiones en las fincas. La sostenibilidad en la producción uruguaya y la colaboración con STgenetics completan esta mirada integral sobre el futuro del sector. 00:00 Introducción y Bienvenida00:27 Estado Actual del Mercado Agropecuario en Uruguay03:58 Impacto de las Herramientas de Mejoramiento Genético07:56 Historia y Colaboración de SERGEN con STgenetics®09:35 Desafíos y Oportunidades en la Industria Ganadera14:22 Relación con STgenetics® y Futuro del Mercado16:03 Conclusión y Despedida

    17 min
  7. STtalks #285 - Building a Long Lasting & Profitable Herd with Bill Thiele of Thiele Dairy

    JUN 3

    STtalks #285 - Building a Long Lasting & Profitable Herd with Bill Thiele of Thiele Dairy

    Join us as we learn more about this fourth-generation farm, Thiele Dairy of Clearwater, Nebraska. Bill Thiele shares his family’s journey into dairy farming and how they have scaled their existing farm site to a nearly 3,000-cow milking herd. Utilizing Ultraplus™ gender-sorted semen, Vision+™ genomic testing and elevating their level of genetics through the STgenetics® Legend™ Program have been a few areas that have enhanced the farm’s productivity and longevity. 00:00 Introduction to Thiele Dairy00:33 History and Evolution of Thiele Dairy04:25 Current Operations and Family Involvement09:27 Partnership with STgenetics®18:03 Genomic Testing and Genetic Improvements29:39 Crossbreeding Program and Beef Production35:20 Future Goals and Conclusion

    38 min
  8. STtalks #284 - World Milk Day

    MAY 30

    STtalks #284 - World Milk Day

    STtalks next episode is live! 🎙️🥛 Happy World Milk Day! Celebrate with us as we acknowledge and appreciate all those who are involved in the production of our favorite product, Milk! Packed with 13 essential nutrients, Milk is a nutrient powerhouse and we at STgenetics are proud to be a part of the milk production equation. 00:00 Introduction to World Milk Day 00:33 Acknowledging Dairy Farmers 00:49 The Journey of Milk 01:12 Celebrating Consumers 01:39 Honoring the Dairy Industry 02:06 Conclusion and Celebration

    2 min
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STtalks is the podcast platform for the leading cattle genetic company, STgenetics. These STtalks episodes will provide you with the latest information on all the technology, programs, genetics, events and more that STgenetics has to offer. Many episodes will feature industry discussions with multiple members of our team, bringing light to topics we know our producers are interested in. STgenetics; the best way to predict the future is to create it!

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  • Creator
    STgenetics
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    291
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © STgenetics
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