Success in today’s dairy industry requires aligning genetics, management, and market demands. In this episode, our industry partners share how they help producers integrate Simplot Animal Sciences’ SimVitro IVF embryos into daily operations to help producers drive consistency, adapt to changing markets and create long-term profitability across diverse regions and customer needs.

This episode is sponsored by Simplot Animal Sciences.

Join Brad Guse from BMO and host Kimmi Devaney for a discussion about what sets excellent dairy producers apart from the rest. Learn which financial metrics they focus on, risk management strategies and how they build a great team culture while fine-tuning their own leadership skills.

Here is an episode overview.

• [~2:10] The financial metrics that excellent dairy producers focus on
• [~5:50] The role high beef prices play and how it has influenced dairy financials
• [~7:15] How risk management can make a huge difference for dairy operations
• [~8:35] How culture and leadership impact profitability
• [~9:55] Examples of how successful dairies build a productive team culture
• [~12:30] Characteristics of great leaders
• [~14:05] Tips to improve overall communication between all levels of employees
• [~17:25] Steps to grow your leadership skills
• [~19:05] The types of questions excellent dairy producers are asking their advisers
• [~21:15] What causes an A player to fall into the C category?
• [~24:55] How someone can move from being a C player to an A player faster
• [~26:30] How peer groups and advisory boards can help producers identify and improve their blind spots
• [~28:20] Qualities to look for when assembling a peer group
• [~32:20] Outlook for the remainder of 2026
• [~38:20] Rapid-fire questions

In this episode, Pablo Janowicz, global key account manager from Dairy Data Warehouse, explores how technology is helping transform the dairy industry through data and artificial intelligence (AI). We discuss the challenges of accessing farm data, the innovative technology that makes data collection simple and automated, and the rigorous quality processes required to ensure data is accurate, standardized, and ready for analysis. We also dive into how data points from millions of cows are used to power machine learning models that help dairy professionals make smarter, data-driven decisions. Whether you're interested in dairy technology, AI, or the future of dairy farming, this episode provides valuable insights into how data is driving innovation across the industry.

This episode is sponsored by Dairy Data Warehouse.

At Dairy Data Warehouse (DDW), we unlock the full potential of data on dairy farms across the globe to enable the industry to harness big data and AI for sustainable and more profitable farming. DDW collects farm data from the herd management software and other sources on farm. We ensure high data quality by cleaning and transforming it into a unified, comparable set for AI driven strategic decision-making, benchmarking and insights. Our solutions support key stakeholders in nutrition, genetics, animal health, cow monitoring, and milking equipment. Let’s connect to explore how data can drive your business forward.

Join Progressive Dairy Podcast co-hosts Matti McBride and Kimmi Devaney, along with Progressive Dairy Editor Jenn Coyne, for a special commemorative episode celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Episode breakdown:

1:30 – How Progressive Dairy is celebrating America’s 250th anniversary

4:30 – Summary of special elements in the July 1 issue of Progressive Dairy

16:00 – How different parts of the country are celebrating

DMI’s Gail Legaspi-Gaull, Group EVP of Strategic Insights and Planning, joins DMI’s Scott Wallin to break down how strategic intelligence is helping the dairy industry stay ahead of change.

From analyzing consumer behavior and market trends to forecasting what’s next, Gail explains how these insights are used to shape marketing, drive product innovation, and support global partnerships that grow demand for dairy.

She also shares what this means for farmers—allowing them to stay focused on the farm while checkoff works to build demand for their milk today and for years to come.

Host: Scott Wallin, Vice President of Farmer Communications & Media Relations, Dairy Management Inc.

Guest: Gail Legaspi-Gaull, Group EVP of Strategic Insights and Planning, Dairy Management Inc.

This episode is sponsored by Dairy Management Inc

This is Episode 47 of the Your Dairy Checkoff Podcast.

Matthew Evangelo sits down with host Matti McBride in this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast to chat about milking Holsteins and Jerseys, mastitis management and vermiculture. Learn about Evangelo’s career in dairy, current management practices and future plans at Bar E Dairy and their commitment to sustainability.

Episode breakdown:

1:00 – Rapid-fire questions

2:00 – Evangelo’s background

3:20 – Bar E Dairy

4:25 – Milking cows 2X vs. 3X

6:25 – Milking Holsteins and Jerseys

9:45 – Youngstock management

10:40 – Milking protocol at Bar E

11:50 – Mastitis treatment protocol

13:00 – Advice for improving somatic cell counts

15:00 – Cow comfort

17:00 – Vermifiltration system

In this episode, Dr. Blaine Ellison, owner of Applied Biotechnologies Inc. details the uses of a new product QFA. When used during the pre-fresh period and in the first groups fresh where possible, ketosis can be controlled, dry matter intakes will remain at far-off dry group levels without dropping, uterine health will improve, and first-service conception rates, especially in first-lactation heifers, will improve. This is made possible by controlling the 21-day cortisol surge and controlling the blood glucose wasted by the immune system of these stressed cattle. A recent study conducted by Iowa State and Penn State universities concerning this problem will be highlighted and discussed.

This episode is sponsored by Applied Biotechnologies Inc.

Applied Biotechnologies Inc. is a consulting business owned by Blaine N Ellison, DVM that focuses on evaluating technologies for profitable applications on behalf of the beef and dairy cattle industries.

In this sponsorcast, IFF Animal Nutrition & Health highlights its science‑driven approach to helping calves start strong and perform predictably. Drawing on more than 40 years of animal microbiome and nutritional expertise, IFF discusses how early‑life stress can compromise gut health and long‑term performance in dairy calves and calf ranch systems. The conversation focuses on two complementary solutions: Omni‑Bos® CB, a three‑strain probiotic designed to support early gut development and reduce health challenges, and Betafin®, a naturally derived betaine that helps maintain hydration and gut integrity during stress—together supporting healthier calves from day one.

This episode is sponsored by IFF Animal Nutrition & Health.