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DairyVoice PodcastConnie and Ron Kuber with Donnie Rollin Talk About Harvest and Preparing Silage This YearIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Film by Connor AgriScience talks with her husband and business partner Ron Kuber, along with Donnie Rollin of Rollin Ag Resources.They discuss the seasons harvest and silage preparation so far, good practices, and what to watch out for. This is a timely and very informative podcast for every dairy farmer.Donny Rollin is a well-known former dairy farmer with years of practical experience. Last year, he and his family exited the dairy production business, and Donny and his wife Christina founded Rollin Ag...2025-07-1436 min
DairyVoice PodcastChris Urban of DMI discusses why dairy is perfectly poised at this moment as a health and wellness solutionIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Film by Connor AgriScience and Chris Urban Dairy Management, Inc. talk about an exciting topic. Dairy is perfectly poised at this moment as a health and wellness solution with their nutrient density and being a nutrient powerhouse. Chris discusses DMI’s partnerships, new product development and the four areas of health and wellness that are trending. As consumer demand for wellness products grow, they are exploring new ways to incorporate dairy into these conversations.2025-07-0623 min
DairyVoice PodcastJohn Ellsworth Gives A Financial Update for The Dairy Industry in 2025’s Quarter 2In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films again speaks with John Ellsworth of Success Strategies. John gives the dairy industry an update on tariffs, interest rates, President Trump’s export actions and dealing with banks and inflation. John stresses the need for economic relief and what farmers can do in a proactive way. Overall, John thinks this will be a good year for producers.2025-06-1533 min
DairyVoice PodcastJen Grubb of MilkPEP talks about their initiative to attract targeted consumers to dairyIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films speaks with Jenn Grubb. Jen is Senior Marketing Manager with MilkPEP and they discuss initiatives to attract primarily youth to dairy. MilkPEP was borne by a 1990 Act of Congress to increase dairy milk consumption through category-level consumer marketing and they provide milk processors with national programs, actionable resources, industry insights and customizable marketing materials.This discussion explains who and how they target the consumer to promote milk, including gaming and social media programs.2025-05-0227 min
DairyVoice PodcastEvan Platte of Merck and Mike Blesy of Leatherbrook Holsteins Talk About Sorting GatesIn this episode, Connie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Evan Platte of Merck Animal Health and Mike Blesy, the Farm Manager for Leatherbrook Holsteins. They discuss the benefits of moving to a sorting gate system and how to prepare for the change.2025-04-2821 min
DairyVoice PodcastJohn Ellsworth of Success Strategies On Farm Finances in Quarter 1In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor Agriscience talks with John Ellsworth of Success Strategies about finances and farm strategies in quarter 1 of this year. John suggests that this might be a good year to focus on efficiency when making any expansions and the importance of communicating with employees. This may be a good time to focus on lowering debt levels too. This podcast is packed with very real-world thoughts and advice and is a great listen.2025-03-2432 min
DairyVoice PodcastSally Cummins of DMI on the First 1000 Days InitiativeIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor Agriscience talks with Sally Cummins. Sally is Vice President of Nutritional Affairs for Dairy Management, Inc.They discuss the importance of milk in Infant and baby nutrition and focus on the first 1000 days of life. Sally explains why the first 1000 days are important to brain health and what DMI is doing to promote this to parents and the dairy industry.2025-02-2820 min
DairyVoice PodcastPart 2: Tom Eaton & Darren Usinowicz Who Discuss Cover CroppingTom Eaton & Darren Usinowicz of Agriculture Consulting Services (ACS) talk with host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films about cover cropping and the advantages. They discuss what to use, when to use it, and the benefits to whatever you are growing afterward. The number 1 reason to try it - infiltration water. You rarely see drought stress in field that are cover cropped.2025-01-1941 min
DairyVoice PodcastThe 2024 crop year and impact it’s had on the northeast dairy farmIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Tom Eaton & Darren Usinowicz of Agriculture Consulting Services (ACS). They discuss the 2024 crop year and the impact it has had on northeast dairy farms. Tom and Darren discuss the flooding, soil health issues, manure management, and compaction issues they’ve been dealing with.2025-01-0640 min
DairyVoice PodcastTim Kurt of Dairy Management Inc. talks sustainability with host Connie Kuber.In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Tim Kurt, Senior Vice President, Environmental Research Strategy & Group Lead with Dairy Management Inc. on sustainability. They discuss why the dairy checkoff has gotten involved with sustainability and how DMI has engaged with the research. Tim Kurt dives in to the Greener Cattle Initiative, what is the goal of this work and who is at the table in making this happen. Additionally they talk about the National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM Program). It will launch Environmental Stewardship (ES) Version 3 in the n...2024-12-1626 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Donald Sockett and Dr. Tom Earleywine on Colostrum Feeding PracticesIn this episode of DairyVoice, Dr. Donald Sockett from the University of Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and Dr. Tom Earleywine of Purina Animal Nutrition talk with Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films about current colostrum feeding practices and how they can be improved. They give tips for producers to help raise these healthy resilient calves and information on improvements to current colostrum feeding practices. 2024-10-1728 min
DairyVoice PodcastGeri Berdak talks about The Dairy Alliance and how they help the industryIn this episode of DairyVoice, host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Geri Berdak, the CEO of The Dairy Alliance. The Dairy Alliance is a great organization and CEO Berdak explains why. She discusses her top priorities, unique challenges of the dairy industry, and how they communicate with consumers and their dairy farmers. They cover the Alliance’s future and an overview of how they approach their marketing plan.2024-09-1328 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Julia Reyes-Hamann Talks About Calf immune system and Calf Lung HealthIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Dr. Julia Reyes-Hamann, who is the senior technical specialist for dairy young animal nutrition in North America for Cargill Animal Nutrition. Dr. Hamann discusses a calf’s immune system and their lung health. From housing to nutrition, Dr. Hamman covers a lot of material in this podcast. She explains why usage of colostrum is the key and using starter mix. Sometimes there is a problem even when there are no outside obvious signs of trouble in the calf. Julia tells us what to look for.2024-08-2940 min
DairyVoice PodcastTana Dennis of Cargill Talks About Oxidative Stress in CalvesIn this episode of DairyVoice, host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films by Connor Agriscience talks with Tana Dennis PhD of Cargill. They discuss Oxidative Stress in Calves; what it is, what to look for, how to treat the issue and finish with excellent nutritional tips for your calves.2024-08-2530 min
DairyVoice PodcastSteven McDonald of Agpro Talks About Heat Stress and What to Look ForWhy is heat stress mitigation so crucial to your dairy cows? For starters, production, fertility, calving stress and potential losses. In this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Steven McDonald of Agpro. With the current high temperatures around the country, this is an important topic right now. Agpro has introduced an efficient “smart soaker” that reduces the amount of water needed for the cows.2024-08-0224 min
DairyVoice PodcastJudy Moody and Dr. David Cook Talk About Data Tracking and Use on the FarmIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor Agriscience talks with Judy Moody of Dairy One and Dr. David Cook of BoviSync on the benefits of having tracking software to monitor the current Avian Flu issue. They also discuss what’s coming next that will improve our animal care and give some ideas on how to make it easier for farmers to use the information collected to make decisions going forward.2024-06-1424 min
DairyVoice PodcastDan Meihak and Tami Tollenaar Talk about Lely Robotics and the FutureIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor Agriscience talks with Dan Meihak and Tami Tollenaar of Lely on their robotic system. They discuss the biggest issues when installing a system, the top benefits, including how the cows react and how they are introduced to new systems. To find out what’s new in dairy robotics, this is a great podcast to listen to.2024-06-1033 min
DairyVoice PodcastBrandt Kreuscher and Erica Tessmann Discuss Merck’s New Technology That Revolutionizes Calf CareConnie Kuber from ConnorAgriscience and Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Brandt Kreuscher and Erica Tessmann of Merck Animal Health about their new technology SENSEHUB® Dairy Youngstock. The product is the first of its kind and revolutionizes calf care. By attaching an LED ear tag at birth, employees can detect quicker and act faster to prioritize care of the most vulnerable group on the farm.2024-06-0238 min
DairyVoice PodcastConnie Kuber & Dr. Joe Harner talk about heat abatementWith summer approaching, Dr. Joe Harner discusses heat abatement with DairyVoice host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor Agriscience. Dr. Harner explains how increasing temperatures impact the dairy industry and what temperature a cow starts experiencing a heat effect. Heat stress on a cow is cumulative and impacts milk production in several ways. Dr. Harner gives different strategies to combat heat stress.Joe Harner is internationally recognized for his engineering knowledge and innovative ideas in designing dairy and beef facilities. He has been involved with dairy facility projects in 36 states and engaged in facilities...2024-05-1724 min
DairyVoice PodcastConnie Kuber Talks With Midwest Dairy’s New CEO Corey ScottIn this episode, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro silage Barrier Films talks with Corey Scott, the new CEO of Midwest Dairy. They discuss Corey’s history, what Midwest Dairy does, and what her top priorities are going forward.2024-05-1225 min
DairyVoice PodcastCheryl Mohn & Dana Casto Talk About Udder Tech Celebrating Its 30th YearIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor AgriScience talks with Cheryl Mohn & Dana Casto of Udder Tech. Udder Tech is celebrating its 30th year and Connie dives in to how the company started, their challenges, the future, and Udder Tech’s big announcement… a new color!2024-05-0328 min
DairyVoice PodcastPart 2: Eric Dorr of Stillwater Animal Technologies Continues Discussion on Silage PrepIn Part 2 of this podcast, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films continues her discussion with Eric Dorr of Stillwater Animal Technologies on problems and solutions with your silage. For part 1, you can go to: https://dairybusiness.com/eric-dorr-of-stillwater-animal-technologies-on-all-thing-silage-part-1/2024-04-1932 min
DairyVoice PodcastPart 1: Eric Dorr of Stillwater Animal Technologies on all thing silage - process, problems, and saving moneyThis is a 2-part podcast. In part 1 of this DairyVoice podcast, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films interviews Eric Dorr of Stillwater Animal Technologies on problems and solutions with your silage. This podcast is packed with so much information and is so valuable for the dairy farmer, we split it in to 2 parts. A money-saving must-listen for all dairy farms.2024-04-1537 min
DairyVoice PodcastRaising high quality beef/dairy cross calvesIn this episode, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro Silage Barrier Films speaks with Melissa Holtz of Purina. They talk about how to start calves out on a beef X dairy program, the facilities needed, nutritional considerations and weening, among other issues. Purina has put a considerable effort in studying what to do to help them during their growing stage.2024-04-0620 min
DairyVoice PodcastSpecial Edition DairyVoice Podcast Featuring Jamie Jonker of NMPF on Recent Avian Flu in CowsThis past Monday, a report was released on the recent disease event in dairy cattle with reports of affected herds in in 2 states. Samples submitted from dairy cattle affected were confirmed by the USDA to have highly pathogenic avian Influenza.In this special episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro silage Barrier Films speaks with Jamie Jonker, Chief Science Officer for the National Milk Producers Federation. They discuss specifically what has been found so far, how it was diagnosed, signs, symptoms and prevention.Jamie also explains that this does not affect the...2024-03-2821 min
DairyVoice PodcastJohn Ellsworth Talks about Dairy in 2023 and Where to Focus Your Business Going ForwardConnie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with well-known dairy business financial consultant, John Ellsworth of Success Strategies. John, a regular DairyBusiness News contributor, discusses cash flow issues that many farms are experiencing and how to get through them.Connie and John cover the impact of inflation, feed costs, labor and supplier issues and diversification of the dairy farm. You can contact John Ellsworth at john@success-strategies.com with any questions you might have or go to success-strategies.com to learn more.2024-03-0729 min
DairyVoice PodcastMary Ellen Charter, Larry Lightfoote and Benja Sanchez Talk About Mastitis ManagementIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Mary Ellen Charter of Dairy One, Benja Sanchez Dominguez, Larry Lightfoote of Lightland Farms.They discuss their goals in handling mastitis management and what tools they use to get ahead of this problem. Lightland Farms recently received an award from the National Mastitis Council and they share tips for other dairies on mastitis management.2024-03-0231 min
DairyVoice PodcastGabriela Acetoze and Brian Lammers of ADM on transition cow challenges, how to face them and how Nexulin works.Connie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro silage Barrier Films talks with Gabriela Acetoze and Brian Lammers of ADM, where they discuss transition cows. Connie asks for the top three challenges faced by transition cows, especially first calf heifers, and how we help transition cows overcome these challenges. Gabriele and Brian also talk about Nexulin and how it works, along with the results they have seen. You can find more information on Nexulin at https://www.adm.com.2024-02-1036 min
DairyVoice PodcastDarcie Sullivan of Dairy One on milk quality and why testing is so importantConnie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro silage Barrier Films speaks with Darcie Sullivan, who is the dairy records service manager at Dairy One. They talk about milk quality and why testing is so important. Darcie explains what farms need to have prepared for a test day, the accuracy of test results, benefits from testing, and the future of milk testing.2024-02-0320 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Kelly Reed of Diamond V Talks About Calf Health and ImmunityIn this episode, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films and Connor Agriscience interviews Dr. Kelly Reed of Diamond V on calf health and immunity. Connie asks Dr. Reed about the impact on the cow during dry period and what effect this has on the calf’s health and immunity, questions on newborn calf immunity, the importance of colostrum, and a deep dive in to heat stress. The discussion gives some management practices that calf raisers can do to increase their success.2024-01-1931 min
DairyVoice PodcastMatt Dodd with Diamond V on Productive Life and why the first 60 days are criticalIn this episode of DairyVoice, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro silage barrier silage Barriers speaks with Matt Dodd, DVM and Ruminant Field Technical Specialist with Diamond V. They discuss the concept of Productive Life and why the first 60 days are so critical. They talk about the long-term effects of Bovine Respiratory Disease and new approaches being developed to safeguard these young animals. As a technical service specialist for Diamond V, Dr. Dodd is responsible for providing technical support for customers in the United States, specifically in the Midwest. He earned his DVM from the University o...2023-12-2830 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Dale Woerner answers questions on dairy beef animalsThe interest in dairy beef animals has never been higher. In this episode of the DairyVoice podcast, Connie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro Silage Barrier Film speaks with Dr. Dale Woerner, Cargill Endowed Professor in Meat Science at Texas Tech University. His research has recently focused on dairy beef animals and how dairy beef animals compare to beef animals or finished dairy animals. The differences in how these animals are raised, what stages of life they are weaned and advice to dairy producers looking to enter the dairy beef market are among the many questions answered by Dr...2023-12-1541 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Geof Smith & Dr. Matthew Boyle from Zoetis talk about calf careDairyVoice host Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience and Sealpro Silage Barriers sits down with Dr. Geof Smith and Dr. Matthew Boyle from Zoetis to discuss calf care and the investments dairy producers make in their future herd. The big question - How to economically raise your calves? The podcast covers feeding strategies, genetic selection through genomics and more intensive breeding programs.2023-11-0338 min
DairyVoice PodcastKrysta Harden of USDEC on the recent mission to Mexico and IDF’s upcoming World Dairy SummitKrysta Harden, president and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council, speaks with DairyVoice host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers on what USDEC does, the recent mission to Mexico and IDF’s upcoming World Dairy Summit.2023-10-1331 min
DairyVoice PodcastNiall Kiely, COO of AgrosMilk talks about their data collection system for processorsConnie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers and Connor Agriscience speaks with Niall Kiely of AgrosMilk. They discuss how dairy processors can use information to help their members, integrate a customer payment system, and how this relates to the human part of the equation.2023-09-2927 min
DairyVoice PodcastConnie Kuber speaks with Elisa Tavilli of Ozolea, who are providing a new product for intra-mammary useConnie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers and Connor Agriscience looks at Ozolea-Mast, a non-pharmaceutical veterinary product for intra-mammary use, that is hitting the U.S. market. This product provides healing at the early stages of udder problems and is a new way to take care of your cows and their udder health. They discuss how it is made, how it works and the benefits of Ozolea-Mast. Ozolea will be at World Dairy Expo.2023-09-1535 min
DairyVoice PodcastThomas Matthews of Dairy One talks about technology on the dairy farmConnie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers speaks with Thomas Matthews, a Dairy Specialist with Dairy One. His technical acumen, along with his family history with Milky Way Farm, give him a unique perspective on the trend to incorporate more technology in the dairy.2023-09-0139 min
DairyVoice PodcastTony Hall of Lallemand on heat stress, why it matters and ways to help cows stay a little coolerTony Hall of Lallemand Animal Nutrition talks with Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers about heat stress, why it matters and ways to help cows stay a little cooler. A deep dive in to practices to manage heat stress in your herd.2023-08-1846 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Renato Schmidt of Lallemand Animal Nutrition on InnoculantsConnie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro Silage Barriers talks with Dr. Renato Schmidt of Lallemand Animal Nutrition on inoculants. They discuss the Bacteria and enzymes that help farmers make silage, the several options for dairy producers to choose from, and making the right decision on balance of quality, your research and knowledge when going forward. Front end and back end bacteria are covered, along with how the enzymes work during the fermentation period.2023-05-1242 min
DairyVoice PodcastJosh Hushon and Dr. Kate Cowles of Cargill Animal Nutrition Talk SustainabilityConnie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro Silage Barriers speaks with Dr. Kate Cowles and Josh Hushon of Cargill Animal Nutrition. The topic is sustainability and what farmers need and want to know. They discuss Cargill’s view on sustainability and reducing GHG emissions and - importantly - Where do dairy farmers come in? The group talks about specific examples as to how dairy farmers and the industry can make an impact on reducing GHG emissions.2023-04-1433 min
DairyVoice PodcastAmanda Mitcheltree of Dairy One on Feeding Program ChallengesAmanda Mitcheltree, Dairy Management Support Specialist at Dairy One, talks with host Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers about the challenges this year with feeding programs and how dairy farmers can best face them. Information on what resources are available for the dairy to make sure employees are following feeding protocols, and some of the important metrics or KPIs for feeding.2023-03-3126 min
DairyVoice PodcastHannah Thompson-Weeman, Animal Agriculture Alliance, on animal activism and making a planIn this DairyVoice episode, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience interviews Hannah Thompson-Weeman of the Animal Agriculture Alliance. They discuss the challenges of handling media, animal activist groups and the need for a plan. Hannah details how farmers can face these challenges and the importance of communication. Several very useful disaster planning resources to the dairy farmer are detailed throughout the episode.2023-02-0229 min
DairyVoice PodcastHelen Korzek of GPS Dairy Consulting on communication and cultural understanding on the dairy farmHost of DairyVoice podcast, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers, talks with Helen Korzek about the management of nutrition, repro, animal care and crops evaluated on dairy farms. Helen Korzek is with GPS Dairy Consulting and she discusses the importance of combining local talent with immigrant talent. GPS is a dairy consulting company with a broad offering of services, tools, and expertise for the dairy business. This human resources level podcast is a must-listen.2022-12-3039 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Sara Kvidera of Elanco AH on immune activation in dairyDr. Sara Kvidera of Elanco Animal Health talks about immune activation in dairy. She and DairyVoice host Connie Kuber discuss the consequences of this happening and what do dairy farmers need to do about it? The interview also dives in to leaky gut, explaining what it is and how it happens.2022-12-1522 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Anna Berge, a Swedish veterinarian based in Belgium, on the bombshell preliminary finding of a bovine coronavirus study in EuropeConnie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers talks with Dr. Anna Catharina Berge, a Swedish veterinarian based in Belgium. Dr. Berge speaks on MSD Animal Health’s continuing study of ongoing bovine coronavirus and its prevalence in the UK and European Union. The study looks at how much virus and antibodies are present, measuring 130 farms with over 200 risk factors. Preliminary results of the study do not look good and Dr. Berge spoke of actions that are needed right now.2022-12-0120 min
DairyVoice PodcastBill Earley and Tamilee Nennich Adolph of ADM on Sustainability for Dairy FarmersConnie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barriers, host of DairyVoice podcast, talks with Bill Earley and Tamilee Nennich Adolph of ADM on the business of sustainability. They talk about adapting to this culture and environment today. Dairy farmers need to change their mindset from compliance and regulatory oversight-oriented, to greater operational efficiency. That’s the key.2022-11-1731 min
DairyVoice PodcastTrent Dado Nutritionist with GPS Dairy Consulting on Formulating RationsConnie Kuber, DairyVoice host for DairyBusiness News talks with Trent Dado. Trent is a nutritionist with GPS Dairy Consulting. He speaks of formulating rations with a focus on the use of whole cotton seed and its many benefits.2022-11-0623 min
DairyVoice PodcastMegan Mouw on the Dairy Challenge, how it works and benefits youthDairyVoice and DairyBusiness News host Connie Kuber of Connor AgriScience and Sealpro Silage Barriers speaks with Megan Mouw, Chairman of Wester Regional North American Innercollegiate Dairy Challenge and member of that board. They talk about the Dairy Challenge, how it benefits youth and how it works. For more information, you can email Megan at Megan.mouw@elancoah.com or go to https://www.dairychallenge.org. The link to the Western Regional Dairy Challenge Golf Tournament Registration mentioned can be reached by clicking here.2022-10-1437 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Mario Vailati Riboni of Diamond V on maintaining a healthy herdIn this episode, Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience talks with Dr. Riboni of Diamond V about herd health. Focusing on natural immune support, they discuss post-biotics and their role in maintaining a healthy herd. Dr. Riboni details stimulating the cows Immune system in this informative podcast.2022-09-2929 min
DairyVoice PodcastConnie Kuber talks with Dr. Hugo Ramirez and Ron Kuber with a focus on silage harvestDairyBusiness News host Connie Kuber and her partner and spouse Ron Kuber, both with Connor Agriscience, talk with Dr. Hugo Ramirez. Dr. Ramirez is a silage consultant and noted researcher on silage planning and preparation. In this episode, they discuss the use of barrier films and learning/analyzing the process with focus on getting the highest monetary and nutritional value.2022-09-0347 min
DairyVoice PodcastLaura Daniels of the Dairy Girl Network talks about the organization and how it is helping women in dairyIn this episode of DairyVoice, host Connie Kuber has a conversation with Laura Daniels, President and Founder of Dairy Girl Network. Laura explains how it works, how it helps, and what DGN means for women in our industry. The Dairy Girl Network National Conference is scheduled for November 1-3, 2022 in Prior Lake Minnesota.Women in dairy are encouraged to listen to this podcast to find out what they offer. To join, or to secure a sponsorship of this year’s national conference, go to: dairygirlnetwork.com.2022-08-1243 min
DairyVoice PodcastConnie Kuber Discusses Mental Health on the Farm With Monica Kramer McConkey & Amanda BorkowskiIn this episode of DairyVoice podcast, host Connie Kuber of Sealpro talks with Monica Kramer McConkey, Rural Mental Health Counselor of Eyes on the Horizon Consulting and Amanda Borkowski of the Dairy Girl Network. They discuss the increasing concern with farmers, relating to depression and anxiety, signs of stress, mental health issues, substance abuse, and where to get help.To contact Monica directly, you can call 218-280-7785. Also, Dairy Girl Network features an excellent support page at https://dairygirlnetwork.com/strongertogether-resources/.2022-07-2944 min
DairyVoice PodcastRebekah Baker of UNFI on Expanding their American Artisans Cheese and Specialty ProgramIn this episode of DairyVoice Contributor, Connie Kuber of Sealpro Silage Barrier Films talks with Rebekah Baker, Director of Cheese & Specialty at United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI). With nearly 50 distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada, UNFI has expanded the American Artisans Cheese and Specialty Program. This will help elevate artisanal cheese producers from family farms across the country.2022-07-1420 min
DairyVoice PodcastDavid Gremmels of Rogue Creamery talks about his unique approach to business and marketingRogue Creamery’s David Gremmels speaks with Connie Kuber about the world famous Rogue Creamery cheese and how it got that way. Rogue Creamery has been dedicated to sustainability, service, and the art and tradition of creating the world’s finest handmade cheese. And in 2019, the organic Rogue River Blue was crowned World Champion at the World Cheese Awards in Bergamo, Italy. Along with the company’s history, Gremmels passion for the business, along with a unique outlook and business/marketing plan, are discussed. 2022-05-1344 min
DairyVoice PodcastFabian Bernal on DeLaval’s unique approach to sustainability, Food safety and animal welfareDairyVoice host Connie Kuber talks with Fabian Bernal, Head of Sustainability for DeLaval. Bernal discusses how dairy farmers can strive to reduce their environmental footprint, the DeLaval VMS robotic milking system, and how innovation in the dairy industry is impacting farmers. DeLaval’s sustainability story is unique and worthy of industry attention.2022-04-1539 min
DairyVoice PodcastDr. Doug Hammon of Zoetis on Considerations for BRD Therapy in Heifer CalvesDr. Doug Hammon, DVM, PhD, is the Director of Technical Services at Zoetis. Connie Kuber of Connor Agriscience, and DairyBusiness/DairyVoice contributor, spoke with Dr. Hammon on the environmental factors, management practices, early diagnosis, and financial implications of BRD. Listen to the podcast for helpful information on fighting chronic BRD and sound preventative measures.2022-02-1825 min
DairyVoice PodcastAustin Allred of Royal Dairy talks about innovative technology to bio-filter systemAustin Allred of Royal Dairy has a unique water solution. In this episode of DairyVoice, he talks with host Connie Kuber and describes his system, which uses wood chips and worms. This allows for harvesting the rich worm-casting base for soils and clean water to flush and re-use. A great money-saving and practical approach for some.2022-02-0331 min