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Food Nation - Stories by DenmarkGlobal Food Talk: How can we ensure global food security in a sustainable way through new forms of cooperation?In this episode, Global Food Talk explores how cooperation across sectors and borders can provide solutions to one of our biggest global challenges: ensuring food security in a sustainable way.You will hear insights from Kaveh Zahedi of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, who shares why the global food system must be addressed as part of a wider climate and biodiversity agenda, and how international cooperation is essential for impact.The conversation then turns to Denmark, where cooperative business models are helping drive real change. Peter Giortz-Carlsen from DLG Group and Louise Helmer...
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The BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 07 (Season 3) - Ice Cream & Cheese - Why VikingJersey Excels in USAJersey cow populations across the world are booming. Their cost-effectiveness, feed efficiency, good fertility, and high solids production make them highly desirable. In effect, it’s a cow built for the dairy industry of tomorrow.But what makes Jersey milk so desirable for cheese and ice cream production? And what do Nordic genetics have to offer for American dairy farmers?To learn more and get tips on how to get the most out of your Jersey cows, we invited a Jersey breeding expert and an American dairy farmer to the studio. They share their knowledge an...
2024-05-2440 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 06 (Season 03) - Genomic vs. Daughter-proven Bulls - What Are Their Merits?Daughter-proven bulls have been a staple in cattle breeding for generations; they have bred many world-class bloodlines. However, with technological development, more reliable tools have become available. Today, more and more farmers use genomic solutions to fully understand their herd’s potential.So, is this why farmers are transitioning away from daughter-proven bulls toward genomic sires? And do these bulls differ in their breeding values and roles in cattle breeding?To take a deep dive into the cattle breeding of yesterday, today, and tomorrow, we invited a dairy farmer and a genetics expert to share th...
2024-03-1128 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 05 (Season 03) - Animal Welfare - Why Breed for Natural Health?The Nordic countries have the world’s healthiest cows, supported by high production and the lowest use of antibiotics and hormones. Since the 1980s, they have focused on balancing health with production traits. The goal? Breeding long-lasting cows to make dairy farming more profitable and easier.So, how can dairy farmers effectively breed for health to improve fertility, longevity, and production? And how can better animal welfare improve your herd’s efficiency and profitability?To take a deep dive into the importance of naturally healthy cattle and get management tips for improving animal welfare on your...
2024-01-3036 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 04 (Season 03) - Holstein Excellence - Tips and Tricks to Boost Your Dairy HerdHolstein Friesian cows are one of the symbols of dairy farming; nearly 75% of dairy cows worldwide belong to this breed. However, many Holstein farmers who used to select traits to boost production now struggle with herd health, fertility, and cows too large to be efficient.So, how can dairy farmers effectively balance health, fertility, and longevity with milk production? And what can you do to make your Holstein herd more profitable and efficient?To take a deep dive into the breed and get management tips for having healthier, more fertile Holstein cows, we invited a...
2023-11-1422 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 03 (Season 03) - Supporting Dairy Farmers - How Journalists Help Inform ConsumersThe world has put dairy farmers and cows under a magnifying glass. How our food is produced has never been under so much scrutiny from governments, media, and consumers.But what is the best way to inform everyday people about dairy farming? And how can journalists help by promoting the efforts of farmers?To learn more and hear great stories about dairy farmers worldwide, we invited two journalists with over 20 years of experience to share their knowledge of the press’s role in bridging the gap with consumers and boosting support for dairy farming in ti...
2023-10-1734 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 02 (Season 03) - Switching Breeds - Are Jersey Cows the Solution?The number of Jersey cows across the world is growing; more dairy farmers are switching from traditional breeds to Jerseys. As larger cows require more space and management costs increase, the smaller yet high-performance Jerseys provide a sustainable alternative.But how can switching breeds be beneficial for your dairy business? And what makes Jersey the ideal breed for this purpose?To learn more and get tips on making the transition go smoothly, we invited two Jersey cow experts to share their experience and knowledge on how to breed healthy and profitable Jersey cows.
2023-09-1924 min
Kopodden av VäxaAvsnitt 7 - Salltorps LantbrukTräffa Herd of the Year 2022!
Följ med till Salltorp Lantbruk AB i Halland och Gun Karlsson
som äger gården tillsammans med sin man Sven och sonen Oskar. Salltorp är en mycket avelsintresserad gård, och kammade hem titeln Herd of the year 2022 av VikingGenetics. Utmärkelsen delas ut årligen till framstående gårdar inom aveln.
Avelsintresset har funnits länge på gården, och Salltorp genomförde en av de allra första spolningarna i Sverige - även om det kanske var lite väl tidigt... Ett hundratal embryon har nu spolats fram och...
2023-09-0136 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 01 (Season 03) - Innovative Farming - The Key to Sustainable Dairy?Arla has opened its first innovation farm in Denmark to accelerate the development and demonstrations of new solutions for animal welfare, biodiversity, and the transition to more sustainable farming. VikingGenetics is collaborating in this, helping identify and breed more climate-friendly cows with fewer emissions.But does an Arla innovation farm do differently from other dairy farms? What opportunities will this offer to future-friendly farming?To learn what innovative dairy farming looks like and what developments are critical for a transition to be more sustainable, we are joined by an organic dairy farmer with over 25 years...
2023-08-1533 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 11 (Season 02) - Summer Special - New Zealand EditionThe majority of dairy cows in New Zealand are crossbred. This “national herd” consists primarily of Friesian x Jerseys. However, over the last four years, VikingRed has become the number one option for farmers looking to boost their crossbreeding with healthier, more robust genetics. But why is crossbreeding dominant in New Zealand? And what are the main traits farmers aim for? To learn more, we sat down for an informal, improvised chat with a local expert on New Zealand’s unique dairy farming industry, crossbreeding and genetic trends, and other things Kiwi farmers should be on the lo...
2023-07-1319 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 10 (Season 02) - NTM – What is the Nordic Total Merit Index?When it comes to dairy farming in the Nordic countries, we are always talking about the NTM – the Nordic Total Merit Index. But what makes the NTM one of the most progressive breeding value systems in the world? How can using the index boost the health and profit of your dairy herd?To explain the index simply and practically, we’re joined by a leading veterinarian with more than 30 years of experience and an expert Holstein cattle breeder.Guests: Kaj Abrahamsen, Chief Veterinarian, at VikingGeneticsHanna Driscoll, Product Manager for VikingHolstein, at Vik...
2023-07-0524 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 09 (Season 2) - Future-friendly Farming - Dairy Farming in 2040Consumer trends are constantly changing. What consumers think and want impacts the food supply chain and, as a result, your farm and cattle breeding. But how will societal and consumer trends affect cattle breeding in the future? What will farming look like in 2040?To discuss the trends and technologies that will define the farming of tomorrow, we invited an expert geneticist and cattle breeder and an international, award-winning journalist specialising in all aspects of agriculture.Guests:Lars Nielsen, Chief Breeding & Production Officer, at VikingGeneticsChris McCullough, Freelance International Agri-journalistH...
2023-06-0727 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 08 (Season 2) - Farming & Policy - How to Navigate Farming RegulationsFarmers in Europe are under pressure. Governments begin to introduce plans to reduce livestock numbers to curb greenhouse gas emissions.This has led to protests by farmers in The Netherlands and highlighted the conflict between environmental policy and the needs of agriculture and food production.But how do farmers adapt to these new policies? Could choosing smaller, more feed-efficient breeds be the solution?To discuss this, we’ll be talking to a cattle breeding expert and farmer from the Netherlands, and a senior breeder and product manager with more than 30 years of experience wi...
2023-05-1030 minKopodden av VäxaAvsnitt 5 - AlslöfsgårdI det här avsnittet av Kopodden beger vi oss till Halland, Eldsberga söder om Halmstad där vi hittar Alslöfsgård. Alslöfsgård har en avelsbesättning med 80-90 dikor av rasen limousin och drivs av Karl och Karin Nilsson. På gården finns också deras fyra barn, Erik, Ellen, Jonna och Julia som är äldst, och som också är
husdjuretekniker hos oss på Växa. Julia hjälper till på gården, seminerar och gör även avelsplan och strategi tillsammans med pappa Karl.
Gården har egna avelstjurar men seminerar också ca 50% av djuren. De köp...
2023-04-2436 minKopodden av VäxaAvsnitt 4 - Hamra GårdFördubbling är i fokus i Kopodden! Den här gången får du få följa med till Hamra Gård i Tumba söder om Stockholm, som är DeLavals egen test- och demonstrationsgård. De håller just nu på och bygger för att fördubbla sin mjölkbesättning, planen är att ha 550 kor och 490 mjölkande när allt är klart. Det har också gjort att de helt fått ställa om sin avelstrategi för att klara så mycket som möjligt av rekryteringen. Från fokus på att använda kött i kombination med x-och y...
2023-04-1735 minKopodden av VäxaAvsnitt 3 - Södra KärrI det här avsnittet av Kopodden besöker vi Södra Kärr som ligger mellan Mellerud och Vänersborg. Lena och Niclas Stang som driver gården har verkligen har mycket på gång! De driver två mjölkgårdar, Södra Kärr och Nuntorp Mjölk, med allt som det innebär samtidigt som de genomför en helsatsning på ProCROSS. Dessutom är de en så kallad Donna-besättning för VikingGenetics.
Det innebär att några av de allra bästa kvigorna i Sverige som köpts in av VikingGenetics kommer till Södra Kärr för att s...
2023-04-1036 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 07 (Season 2) - Breeding for feed efficiency as the key to reducing emissionsA new study shows that cattle emissions in the Nordics can be reduced by approximately 20% by 2050 by investing in feed efficiency. To support this, VikingGenetics is installing the CFIT system in more dairy farms and investing in the Saved Feed Index.But what opportunities does this bring to you as a farmer? How does having access to more feed efficiency data benefit you financially and environmentally? To learn how to breed more feed-efficient, future-friendly cows, we invited two experts on feed efficiency and sustainable farming into the studio.Guests: Coralia Manzanilla-Pech, Pd.D...
2023-04-0528 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 06 (Season 02) - ProCROSS - Crossbreeding for Profit and ProductionInbreeding herds with insufficient genetic variety can hinder cow health and fertility. Crossbreeding is increasingly becoming a solution to this problem, as the right mix of breeds can lead to significant improvements and profits.How does crossbreeding lead to healthier cows with better fertility and longer lifespans? What are some of the problems that come with inbreeding? To learn more, we invited one of the world’s most knowledgeable dairy crossbreeding experts. She tells us about the potential of crossbreeding, the limitations of inbreeding – especially among Holstein cows, and the benefits of the ProCROSS solution.
2023-02-2332 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 05 (Season 02) - Beef-on-Dairy - Using Data for More Sustainable CowsIntroducing beef genes to boost low genetic parts of dairy herds is a growing trend in the cattle industry. This benefits farmers, consumers, and cows alike, as it optimizes profitability, minimizes climate impact, improves animal welfare, and more. How does the Nordic Beef on Dairy Index (NBDI) use data tell us what preferable breeding values provide these benefits? And why is Danish Blue a top-performing breed in this index? In this episode, we’re joined by two experts on beef-on-dairy. They give us detailed insights into its benefits and why it is a leadi...
2023-01-2326 minKopodden av VäxaElmia-special! Mjölkdjurens dagDen tredje och sista dagen på Elmia och det är fullt fokus på mjölkdjuren i ringen. Alma ställer ut tre SRB-kvigor och berättar om sina förberedelser och hur hon valt ut kvigorna till utställningen. Klas och Emil ställer både ut flera holestein-kor och jagar SARA-priset, men framför allt champion-titeln. De berättar vad de tror om sina chanser, och hur de sista förberedelserna ser ut dagen innan utställningen
Charlotte Andersson från VikingGenetics har jobbat med Elmia under många år och har i år varit ansvarig för mjölkdjuren i...
2022-10-2615 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 04 (Season 02) - Seasonal Calving - A Farming System for the FutureSeasonal calving is growing in popularity. In some parts of the world, up to 80% of dairy farmers are using this farming system but challenges with fertility and health can significantly impact their profits. How do you manage seasonal calving well? How do you get the optimum production and profit as a pasture-based farmer? We're joined by a seasonal calving expert from the UK who shares his perspectives. He also reveals why seasonal calving can be a smart farming system for the future. Guests:Chris Stone, Senior Account Manager for VikingGenetics UK
2022-10-2025 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 03 (Season 02) - Polled Genetics - Goodbye to Dehorning Dairy Cows?Polled genetics in cattle production is on the rise. Consumers, retailers and other parties are asking for better animal welfare. They're questioning the ethics surrounding the dehorning of beef and dairy cattle. But what is polledness in a cow or a bull? How can you use polled genetics in your breeding strategy — and be on the forefront of the future demands in the dairy industry? In this episode, a Senior Breeding Manager will share his extensive knowledge on polledness and dehorning. The focus is to get you equipped to make the best decisions with polled gene...
2022-10-2026 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 01 (Season 02) - Why Food Supply is Relevant to Dairy FarmersWe're facing a serious situation with food supply and food security around the world. How can you be prepared for the new demands as a dairy or beef farmer? What tools are available to strengthen your milk and beef production in a new, uncertain world? We've invited a Senior Breeding Manager and a dairy farmer, who's also a member of the EU Parliament, to share their perspectives. They also share their predictions of what challenges might be next. Guests:Jakob Lykke Voergaard, Senior Breeding Manager for VikingRed at VikingGeneticsAsger Christensen, Mem...
2022-08-2525 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 02 (Season 02) - Managing Inbreeding in Cattle Production - Pitfalls and RewardsInbreeding can give high, hidden costs in your dairy herd — and be quite difficult to spot. How can you manage inbreeding well? How can you ensure a healthy herd with sufficient genetic variety? In this episode, you get to hear from a Breeding Specialist who's doing a PhD on inbreeding. We're also joined by a Breeding Manager with decades of experience in breeding for health and performance. Both of them share their best tips on how to manage inbreeding in your herd — and reveal why some inbreeding can actually be good. Guests:Saija T...
2022-08-2524 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 11 - How to avoid poor hoof health in your herdWhen one of your cows is struggling with poor hoof health, it impacts not only the cow's well-being, fertility and milk production. It also has great consequences for the bottom line of your business. So how can you maintain good hoof health and spot the signs early?In this episode, you get to hear from a vet and a breeding advisor on how you can improve the hoof health in your herd. Guests:Kaj Abrahamsen, Chief Veterinarian, VikingGenetics. Also a member of RepVet, an advisor to the European Union. Jim Bru...
2022-04-2730 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 10 - Artificial insemination — maximise your conception rateAs many other dairy farmers, you may have experienced mixed results with artificial insemination of your cows. A successful pregnancy depends on a number of variables, so what can you do to get the best possible results?We've invited an insemination expert and a vet to share their best tips — before, during and after an insemination. Learn about the cow, the heat, the environment, the semen, the equipment and the timing. Guests:Niels Haulrik Kristiansen, Head of Training Division for Artificial Insemination Technicians, VikingDanmarkKaj Abrahamsen, Chief Veterinarian, VikingGenetics. Also a m...
2022-04-2729 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 08 - Feed-efficient cows for a better tomorrowFeed-efficiency is one of the hottest topics is cattle breeding right now. But how do you actually become more feed-efficient as a farmer? How do you save feed costs, reduce climate impact and improve the welfare of your animals? A high-tech farmer and a feed-efficiency expert will give you latest news on feed efficiency. They will tell you all about the new CFIT Technology and Saved Feed Index — and how these tools can help you breed for a more sustainable future. Guests:Jan Lassen, PhD and Senior Project Manager, VikingGeneticsAnders Levr...
2022-02-2327 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 09 - VikingRed — your secret ingredient in successful crossbreedingVikingRed is one of the fastest growing breeds for crossbreeding around the world. But why has it become the secret ingredient in successful crossbreeding today?In this episode, you get to hear from dairy farmer Hayden Ferriman who recently added VikingRed to his herd in New Zealand. We're also joined by two breeding experts who will tell you more about VikingRed and how this breed can help you breed healthy, fertility and long-living cows. Guests:Hayden Ferriman, dairy farmer, Three Leaf Farm, New ZealandJakob Lykke Voergaard, Senior Product Manager for V...
2022-02-2330 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 07 - Crossbreeding - Pick and mix the best genesCrossing different dairy breeds can give you an up to 9% higher daily profit. You get healthier, more fertile cows and a higher lifetime production. But what do you need to watch out for before and after you start crossbreeding?In this episode, you get to hear from two breeding experts as they share their experiences and tips from helping farmers crossbreed around the world. Guests:Jakob Lykke Voergaard, Senior Product Manager VikingRed, VikingGeneticsHielke Wiersma, Product Manager Cross, VikingGenetics Host:Louise Rønn Svane
2022-01-2629 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 06 - Cut the biggest slice of Beef on DairyEstimates show that up to 60% of all dairy cows will be inseminated with beef semen by 2030. But how do you make the most of Beef on Dairy in your herd? How do you generate the highest profit and run the most sustainable business?Two experts on the subject will help you navigate the new Beef on Dairy world. They’ll guide you through how to get started and what beef breeds to consider. Guests:Reni Hvam Nielsen, Product Manager for VikingBeef, VikingGeneticsSébastien Clairand, Beef Manager, Evolution-XYHost...
2021-09-2024 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 05 - How to future-proof your Holstein herdAre you struggling with Holstein cows that are too big, too hard to get pregnant or too inefficient? Or you might be facing new demands and requirements that can be difficult to navigate?To help guide you to a future-proof Holstein herd, two experts will share their perspective. They will guide you through how you can meet what the consumers, retailers and governments are asking for — and run a profitable dairy business all at the same time.Guests:Claus Langdahl, Senior Breeding Manager for Holstein, VikingGeneticsMatthew Stott, Country Manager UK an...
2021-09-2027 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 04 - How do I breed healthy organic cows?Organic farming can be a lucrative business due to higher milk prices. But because sick organic cows are often more time consuming and costly to treat, you want your organic herd to be as healthy as possible. In this episode, two breeding experts share their best tips on how you can breed healthy and profitable organic cows. They share insights from advising organic farmers around the world—and also present the latest trends and solutions in organic farming. Guests:Jakob Lykke Voergaard, Senior Breeding Manager for VikingRed, Viki...
2021-08-1528 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 03 - Jersey cows - the cattle breed for the future?The number of Jersey cows are growing around the world. But why are modern dairy farmers switching to Jersey? And why should you consider this smaller breed for your farm?We've invited a leading Jersey expert to share from his 30+ years of experience of working with Jersey famers around the world. Peter Larson gives you his best tips on how to breed healthy and profitable Jersey cows. A setup that can be a solution to new climate regulations and sustainability goals. Guests:Peter Larson, Senior Breeding Manager V...
2021-04-0825 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 01 - How to overcome poor fertilityMore than 20% of all cow cullings are due to poor fertility and reproductional issues. How can you overcome this in your dairy herd? Two breeding experts share their experiences from helping farmers with fertility issues around the world. They update you on the latest solutions for better fertility and reproduction—and give you a sneak peek into future genetic technologies in innovative cattle breeding. Guests:Peter Larson, Senior Breeding Manager VikingJersey, VikingGeneticsClaus Langdahl, Senior Breeding Manager VikingHolstein, VikingGenetics Host:
2021-04-0825 minThe BreedCast - innovative dairy breeding in your earsEpisode 02 - Sexed semen - are you making the most of it?The use of sexed semen in dairy farming is growing exponentially around the world. You may be already using sexed semen in your herd. But are you making the most of it? We've invited two breeding experts to share their best tips on how you can optimise your dairy business with sexed semen. They present the latest tools for a better breeding strategy—and predict an interesting future for the sexed semen technology. Guests:Claus Langdahl, Senior Breeding Manager VikingHolstein, VikingGeneticsPeter Larson, Senior Breeding Mana...
2021-04-0828 min