The Dairy Show

Thanks to Jarrod Burleigh, we explore what it's like caring for world record holding cows and managing an outstanding type-production herd in Pennsylvania. This episode of The Dairy Show is sponsored by Vytelle.

Mark Comfort has been called a rebel for his work in opening the Canadian border to US semen and is the force behind Udder Comfort. Learn more about Mark, Expo's 2022 International Person of the Year, during this episode of The Dairy Show.

Ron Brooks joins The Dairy Show this week to share his experiences as the current steward of Brooks Farms in Waupaca, Wisconsin. This episode of The Dairy Show is sponsored by Legacy Seeds.

As we celebrate Father's Day, it's time for our first bonus episode! Breaking (partially) from the normal flow of things, host, Katie, invites her dad, Mark Schmitt, to be a part of the show. Together, they cover general dairy topics as well as stories that continue to influence Katie's perspective as our host.

This episode is part 2 of our conversation with Robbie Watson. In the first half, we discussed dairy farming in Lima, Peru, and this week, we cover his dairies in Ecuador. If you have questions for Robbie, he can be reached in Ecuador at +59 399-973-5770, in Peru at +51 199-870-7049, or by email at [email protected]

Robbie Watson, a dairy farmer in South America, joins The Dairy Show for a two-part interview. First up, Robbie shares what it is like farming in Lima, Peru. In episode 41, Robbie will cover the dairy industry in Ecuador and the similarities and differences between these two countries.

Derrick Josi, aka TDF Honest Farming on social media, joins The Dairy Show to talk about advocacy as a full-time dairy farmer in Tillamook, Oregon.

John Ruedinger of Van Dyne, Wisconsin was named the 2022 Dairy Producer of the Year this spring. Hear from John as we discuss his involvement in the dairy industry and advice for young producers on this episode of The Dairy Show.

The Dairy Show dives into Canadian dairy and Jersey cattle with the help of Russell Gammon.

Laura Herschleb has been on the job as World Dairy Expo's General Manager for a month, so we thought it was about time you got to know her a little better.

Matt Iager, National Dairy Shrine's Board President, joins The Dairy Show to talk about the new vision of Dairy Shrine and his experiences as a veterinarian.

Austin Allred of Royal Dairy in Royal City, Washington joins The Dairy Show to talk about regenerative agriculture and carbon credits on his dairy farm.

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and as we learned last year on The Dairy Show, there are a lot of love stories connected to World Dairy Expo. This episode explores the story between Kim and Brandon Grewe and their award winning Guernsey cows.

World Dairy Expo announced the 16 individuals who will be judging at the 55th event a few days ago, so we invited Joe Sparrow to join us on the show. Joe was the official judge in 2019 for the International Brown Swiss Show and is returning to the center of the Showring this fall as the official judge of the International Milking Shorthorn Show.

The Dairy Show tackles mental health this week with the help of Emily Krekelberg, Extension Educator, Farm Safety & Health at the University of Minnesota Extension. This episode mentions a few resources: QPR Training: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsdeyurz8pEtdZ_2N0oG4pX9-IjM7Bo1SH?fbclid=IwAR3LufuAM6-G1sXJ9w10Jd1vR3g7vS1J0p2cmhu0ryBjBJ--47lsYbbXUME National Suicide Prevention Help Line: 1 (800) 273-8255

Josh Hushon, Cargill's Strategic Marketing Lead, Dairy, joins The Dairy Show to talk about his "irrational love" of World Dairy Expo, the 2022 Expo schedule changes, and marketing in the dairy industry.

This episode of The Dairy Show contains audio from the 2021 Expo Seminar, “How we are evaluating farm loans.” Panelists include Sam Miller, BMO Harris, Roger Murray, Farm Credit East, and Matthew Wilson, Rabo AgriFinance, with Moderator Millaine Wells, WFRV-TV, Green Bay, Wis. To listen to additional recordings of Expo Seminars, visit https://worlddairyexpo.com/pages/2021-Videos-&-Photos.php

This episode of The Dairy Show contains the audio from the 2021 Expo Seminar, “How we are evaluating farm loans.” Panelists include Sam Miller, BMO Harris, Roger Murray, Farm Credit East, and Matthew Wilson, Rabo AgriFinance, with Moderator Millaine Wells, WFRV-TV, Green Bay, Wis. To listen to additional recordings of Expo Seminars, visit https://worlddairyexpo.com/pages/2021-Videos-&-Photos.php

Owner of Drumgoon Dairy, Rodney Elliott, joins The Dairy Show to talk about his move from Ireland to South Dakota and how data is used to better manage his growing herd of cattle. This episode of The Dairy Show is sponsored by Nedap.

Andy Beckel, a former dairy farmer and founder of Golden Calf Company, joins The Dairy Show to talk about the first hours of life for a calf and how we can make the most of them.

This week's episode of The Dairy Show shares a recording of the presentation by Dr. Mary Beth Hall, USDA-ARS Research Scientist, "What would the food supply look like without Animal Agriculture?" The complete visual presentation is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7zP0vkZMO4 Additional Expo Seminars can be viewed here: https://worlddairyexpo.com/pages/2021-Expo-Seminar-Videos.php

After two years away, here are the 10 things you should know about attending World Dairy Expo 2021.

This episode of The Dairy Show features 2014 Merle Howard Award Winner, Jade (Jensen) Kruschke, as she shares showmanship tips for junior exhibitors.

Annie Vannurden, General Manager of Silverstreak Dairies LLC, joins The Dairy Show to share her dairy story and advice for people interested in dairy management.

Meet Florida dairyman, Don Bennink of North Florida Holsteins. This episode of The Dairy Show is sponsored by Paul Mueller Company.

As World Dairy Expo 2021 approaches, we explore the people and names behind the awards presented in the Dairy Cattle Show. Joining us for this episode are Bryan Voegeli and Mark Comfort.

Rick "RT" Thompson from Random Luck in Wisconsin joins The Dairy Show this week to talk Brown Swiss, farming and showing.

Mr. Wijnand Pon, WDE's 2020 International Person of the Year, joins The Dairy Show to share the story of his career and advice for future generations.

Luiz Ferraretto, Assistant Professor & Extension Specialist - Ruminant Nutrition at the University of Wisconsin, joins The Dairy Show to share insight into producing high-quality forages and their connection to milk production.

Last spring, World Dairy Expo named the owners of Milk Source, Jim Ostrom, John Vosters and Todd Willer, the 2020 Dairy Producers of the Year. Today, we catch up with the trio on The Dairy Show to discuss their history and the business.

Bringing 30 years of ag-tech experience to The Dairy Show, Aidan Connolly offers advice and insight for producers and inventors to continue moving the industry forward.

With the location of World Dairy Expo 2021 confirmed, it's time to clear the air with WDE Board President Bill Hageman.

Stan Moore with Michigan State University joins The Dairy Show to talk labor management and the importance of your "why".

Michael Turley of Rolling Lawns Farm draws inspiration and insight from fellow producers and golf for his direct to consumer brand. Learn more about the story and marketing behind Rolling Lawns Farm on this week's episode of The Dairy Show.

Paul Bleiberg, Sr. Vice President of Government Relations at National Milk Producers Federation, joins The Dairy Show to give an update on Federal policy and policymakers as it relates to dairy.

As World Dairy Expo gathers the global dairy industry, it creates an atmosphere of comradery, competition, and sometimes even love.

Ken McCarty of McCarty Family Farms joins the show to talk about dairying in Western Kansas and how strong partnerships help them reach their goals.

As the calendar turns to 2021, World Dairy Expo is pleased to announce the 16 individuals who will be judging the WDE Dairy Cattle Show this fall. In the spirit of the announcement, two of the official judges also join us to talk about judging on the colored shavings.

The holidays are a time for drinking hot chocolate and sharing good stories among family and friends. This week's episode of The Dairy Show features some of Expo's stories as told by Dean Hermsdorf, Annette Ziegler and Tom Morris.

Dr. Marsha Salzwedel from the National Children's Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety shares ag injury statistics and what we can all do to protect children on farms.

Last month, World Dairy Expo teamed up with Dairy Management Inc. to facilitate a Rural America Live segment on RFD-TV centered around consumer insights in a COVID-19 world. This episode of The Dairy Show explores some of the highlights of that hour-long program. If you would like to see the complete TV program, visit World Dairy Expo's YouTube channel.

Hear how Minnesota dairy farmer Christine Leonard found her passion and diversified her farm income using cheese.

Alicia Lamb and the team at Oakfield Dairy Farms do it all. They exhibit in the showring, commercial dairy, utilize genomics and this year, organized a dairy show.

Corey Geiger, Managing Editor of Hoard's Dairyman, shares insight on milk markets and the bi-monthly webcast that is helping producers better understand the rapidly evolving landscape.

From volunteering to the importance of committees to World Dairy Expo's history, hear it all from a dairyman who has been at Expo since the start.