Dr. Michael Overton and Meagan Young: Herd Replacements in Dairy | Ep. 168
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Michael Overton from Zoetis and Meagan Young from VAS bring a new perspective on cow replacement strategies. They discuss the economics of replacement timing, the impact of salvage value, and how keeping cows too long can reduce herd productivity. Learn how data-driven decisions impact profitability and sustainability on dairy operations. Listen now on all major platforms!"Keeping cows longer than necessary often hides economic losses through reduced milk production." - Dr. Michael OvertonMeet the guests: Dr. Michael Overton, Global Dairy Platform Lead at Zoetis, combines veterinary practice, academia, and industry expertise to advance data analytics and economic modeling in dairies. Meagan Young, Voice of Customer Program Manager at VAS, connects producer insights with software solutions like DairyComp to improve herd decision-making. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:19) Introduction(07:34) Herd replacements(08:24) Beef crossbreeding impact(10:19) Economics of heifers(12:28) Herd management choices(24:04) Genomic testing role(26:00) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:VAS* Evonik* Afimilk* Adisseo* Priority IAC- SmaXtec- Natural Biologics- dsm-firmenich- ICC- Berg + Schmidt- AHV- Protekta𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Dr. MaryGrace Erickson: Precision Feeding & Sustainability | Ep. 167
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. MaryGrace Erickson discusses sustainability challenges and opportunities within modern dairy production. She explores how protein nutrition, manure management, and farm-level decisions intersect to shape greenhouse gas emissions and nutrient cycles. Dr. Erickson also highlights the importance of integrating economic, environmental, and social perspectives in dairy systems. Listen now on all major platforms!"Sustainability isn’t just about emissions; social and economic factors must be part of the equation too."Meet the guest: Dr. MaryGrace Erickson is a Dairy Nutritionist at CSA Animal Nutrition, specializing in sustainability, nutrient management, and precision feeding for dairy systems. She completed her PhD in Dairy Science at the University of Wisconsin-Madison after earning her Bachelor's and Master's degrees at Purdue University.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:30) Introduction(08:05) Manure management(09:44) Solid-liquid separation(12:09) Protein nutrition & nitrogen(19:10) Management challenges(23:14) Sustainability impacts(34:37) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Evonik* Priority IAC* Adisseo* Afimilk- dsm-firmenich- Berg + Schmidt- Natural Biologics- SmaXtec- Protekta- ICC- AHV𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Dr. Patrick French: Sorghum Silage for Dairy Cows | Ep. 166
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Patrick French, Principal Consultant and Founder of PF Bovidae, discusses the use of sorghum silage as a forage source for milk cows in the High Plains. He highlights the benefits of sorghum, such as water conservation and land efficiency. Dr. French also addresses the challenges and key considerations when feeding sorghum silage, outlining the research gaps that remain in understanding its full potential for dairy nutrition. Tune in on all major platforms!"The dairies in the High Plains are exploring sorghum not just for water conservation but for its potential to support sustainable dairy production."Meet the guest: Dr. Patrick French is the Principal Consultant and Founder of PF Bovidae, focusing on consulting for dairies in the High Plains region. With over a decade of experience, his work centers on enhancing dairy operations by introducing sustainable practices, such as the use of sorghum silage as a cost-effective and water-efficient forage alternative.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Michael Hutjens: Buffer Benefits for Dairy Cows | Ep. 58Dr. Michael Steele: Colostrum Feeding Strategies | Ep. 104Dr. Miguel Morales: Transition Cows & Calcium Balance | Ep. 126What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:12) Introduction(03:47) High Plains dairies(05:02) Sorghum silage(08:17) Practical sorghum applications(13:02) Starch content in sorghum(21:32) Advice for nutritionists(24:42) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Protekta* Afimilk* Evonik* Priority IAC* Adisseo- ICC- AHV- dsm-firmenich- Berg + Schmidt- Natural Biologics- SmaXtec𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Dr. Kevin Harvatine: Understanding Milk Fat | Ep. 165
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Kevin Harvatine from Penn State discusses strategies to optimize milk fat production in dairy cows. He explains the complexities of dietary fat requirements, feeding behavior, and the biological mechanisms influencing milk composition. Learn how seasonality, cow behavior, and nutritional balance interact to impact milk fat yield. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Milk fat depression isn’t caused by acetate deficiency; it’s the bioactive fatty acids decreasing the cow’s ability to make milk fat."Meet the guest: Dr. Kevin Harvatine is a Professor of Nutritional Physiology at Penn State University. With a Ph.D. from Cornell and expertise in milk fat synthesis and rumen fatty acid metabolism, his research integrates ruminant nutrition and molecular biology to improve dairy production. He explores how bioactive nutrients affect metabolic regulation.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Mark Hanigan: Balancing Amino Acids in Feed | Ep. 107Dr. Kraig Peel: Methionine & Dairy Reproduction | Ep. 119Dr. Jennifer Spencer: Heifer Reproductive Management | Ep. 122What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:36) Introduction(03:21) Dietary fat challenges(07:49) Rumen function and diet(11:26) Feeding behavior patterns(19:33) Sodium acetate experiments(21:42) Milk fat depression(31:46) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Adisseo* Afimilk* Evonik* Priority IAC- SmaXtec- ICC- Protekta- AHV- dsm-firmenich- Berg + Schmidt- Natural Biologics𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Dr. Jeff Firkins: Palmitic and Oleic Acid for Rumen Bacteria | Ep. 164
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Jeff Firkins from The Ohio State University explains how fatty acids interact with rumen bacteria and influence fiber digestion in dairy cattle. He discusses the evolution of microbiome research, methane mitigation strategies, and the role of saturated versus unsaturated fats. Learn how a moderate fat strategy can help improve energy efficiency and cow performance. Listen now on all major platforms!"Many microbes can pull in fatty acids from the environment, and providing palmitic acid saves the equivalent of producing eight acetates, significantly reducing energy costs for bacterial membrane synthesis."Meet the guest: Dr. Jeff Firkins earned his B.S., M.S., Ph.D., and postdoctoral in Ruminant Nutrition from the University of Illinois. As a Distinguished Professor at The Ohio State University, he researches dairy microbiology and nutrition, especially microbial protein synthesis and fiber degradation.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!Dr. Rik Hendriks: Transition Cows Strategies | Ep. 95Dr. Enrique Schcolnik: Feed Efficiency Tips | Ep. 120Dr. Corinna Brock: Fatty Acids & Dairy Cattle | Ep. 131What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:15) Introduction(04:39) Microbiome diversity(09:10) Fatty acids in the rumen(15:00) Fiber digestion insights(18:15) Palmitic vs. oleic(26:50) Methane reduction via fat(31:12) Final questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Berg + Schmidt* Priority IAC* Adisseo* Afimilk* Evonik- Natural Biologics- SmaXtec- ICC- Protekta- AHV- dsm-firmenich𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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