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The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast

Hoard's Dairyman
FARM Program
Calves
Dairy Farm Management
Group Housing
Methane Emissions
Dairy FARM Program
Double Off Sync
Dehydration In Calves
Calf Rearing
Dairy Farm Stall Design
Waste Milk
Enriquecimiento Animal
Bienestar Animal
Calf Pairing
Diarrea En Becerras
National Milk Producers Federation
Dairy Management Inc.
Hendriks Dairies
Jerseys
Calf Rearing Program

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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This webinar took place on Monday, August 10, at noon (Central Time). Victor E. Cabrera from the University of Wisconsin-Madison presented: Introducing RuFaS: A Digital Twin for a Sustainable Dairy Future.

RuFaS (Ruminant Farm System model) is an in... more

In this episode, Associate Editor Jessica Miller reads “A barn-building plan for animal welfare,” which she also wrote. This episode explores a vision for the dairy barn of the future centered on animal welfare. Jessica highlights a proposed housing ... more

In this episode, Associate Editor, Jessica Miller, reads the FARM-accredited article, "Colostrum: A proven solution" written by Mark Hardesty, D.V.M.

Colostrum is one of the most powerful tools dairy producers have for getting calves off to a health... more

Sponsored by: Zoetis 

In this episode of the Hoard's Dairyman Podcast, host Jenna Byrne sits down with Jim Van Patter, dairy manager at Nehls Brothers Farms and an internationally recognized dairy consultant, to discuss the management principles tha... more

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In this episode, Associate Editor Jessica Miller reads the article titled, "Calves that count," written by Managing Editor, Kylene Anderson.

Listen to this episode to explore why every replacement heifer matters more than ever. Learn how preventing ... more

In this episode, Associate Editor Jessica Miller reads the article titled, "Tip the scale of calf health in your favor," written by former Senior Editor at Hoard's Dairyman, Katelyn Allen. 

Managing livestock is complex. A dairy farmer is constantly... more

Where is the Holstein breed headed next? Holstein Association USA CEO Lindsey Worden joins us to discuss the organization's recent growth, highlights from the 2026 National Holstein Convention, and the opportunities she sees ahead for dairy producers... more

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In this Express Episode, Associate Editor, Jessica Miller reads the FARM-accredited article titled, "Start smart: calf and maternity care." The article was written by Kylene Anderson, Managing Editor at Hoard's Dairyman.

👉 Please follow us on your ... more

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Recent Guests

Maggie Gillis
Kansas dairy farmer
Episode: Express Episode 27: Pair calves early to garner benefits
Frank Mitloehner
Professor and air quality specialist
UC Davis
Episode: "No Farmers, No Food" with Frank Mitloehner
Maggie Gilles
Kansas dairy farmer
Self-identified dairy farmer in Kansas
Episode: Express Episode 26: Cleanliness cannot be overstated for calves
Becky Nyman
Fourth generation farmer, chair of US Dairy Export Council (USDEC), treasurer of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI)
Nyman Dairy Farm; USDEC; Dairy Management Inc.
Episode: Turning Milk into Markets with Becky Nyman
Robert James
Author of Is it Time for a Change
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Episode: Express Episode 25: Is it time for a change?
Neagle Cooke
Dairy behavior and stall design expert, referenced as the specialist in the Dairyland Initiative context
Dairyland Initiative / dairy industry expert
Episode: Episodio Exprés 13 en Español: Echarse en diagonal es el síntoma, no el problema
Melissa Cantor
Profesional ligada a la Universidad Estatal de Pensilvania, citada por su experiencia en programas de cuidado de becerras.
Pennsylvania State University
Episode: Episodio Exprés 5 en Español: Haga de las diarreas una ocurrencia rara
Jennifer Banos
Assistant Professor and Extension Educator at University of Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin
Episode: Episodio Exprés 4 en Español: Enriqueciendo las vidas del ganado lechero
Jenna Burden
editora asociada The Hoards Dairyman
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Episode: Episodio Exprés en Español: ¿Sustituto o leche de descarte?

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Jessica Miller
Host with multiple listings tied to Hoards Dairyman podcasts; active in delivering dairy science and farm-management content.

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Express Episode 27: Pair calves early to garner benefits
Q: What are the main benefits of pairing calves early according to the study?
The study reports improved starter intake, more consistent growth, higher social and exploratory behaviors in early-paired calves, suggesting welfare and development advantages that can translate into better performance.
Producer Profile: Tyler Hendriks of Hendriks Dairies
Q: What ROI or big changes have you implemented that boosted your operation the most?
The biggest ROI came from building a new facility that allowed shifting to three daily milkings, freeing up labor and enabling more flexible routines, which dramatically improved overall productivity and herd management over nearly a decade.
Producer Profile: Tyler Hendriks of Hendriks Dairies
Q: What reproductive traits do you focus on when looking at sire genetics for replacements?
We moved to a batch breeding approach focusing on high JPI or net merit bulls, balancing high fat and protein, milk, productive life, and fertility tradeoffs; we predominantly use sex semen (90-95%), with occasional beef semen on select animals to optimize replacements and herd value.
Producer Profile: Tyler Hendriks of Hendriks Dairies
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your maternity barn and what your calf program looks like?
We keep calves in a simple, well-ventilated setup with immediate access to clean colostrum, then move them to a calf shed with a consistent 22% protein starter blended with straw, followed by a gradual transition to TMR refusals as they grow; the system emphasizes minimal disruption and stable starter to support healthy early development.
"No Farmers, No Food" with Frank Mitloehner
Q: What are the main practical avenues for reducing methane on farms?
A mix of approaches works best: feed additives that cut emissions, manure technologies like digesters to trap or reduce methane, and improvements in efficiency that reduce overall methane production while maintaining productivity.

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What is The Hoard's Dairyman Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on dairy farming science, management, and industry dynamics, blending practical on-farm practices with research-informed insights. Episodes frequently cover calf care (housing, colostrum management, disease prevention), calf-rearing systems and welfare, nutrition and nutrient management, barn design, and the FARM program, alongside broader topics like methane emissions, dairy promotion, and export strategies. A recurring strength is translating university research and industry findings into actionable guidance for producers, veterinarians, and farm staff, often featuring experienced dairy farmers, extension educators, and subject-matter experts. The format tends to mix case studies, field perspectives, and technical context... more

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3. Maggie Gilles
4. Becky Nyman
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6. Neagle Cooke
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