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Dairy Delivery by the Dairy StarExplicit
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2025/04/21
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2026/11/09
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Dairy Delivery is a new podcast from the Dairy Star, a new way to hear dairy farmers' stories. Dairy Star covers a third of all dairy producers in the U.S. mailing free newspaper copies to farmers in the Upper Midwest. We are "All dairy, all the time™" Our content is presented from the perspective of the producer, from the 50 cow dairy, to the farm of 10,000 cows and everywhere in between. New episodes are released Mondays after the newspaper is published. We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery, all dairy, all the time.
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The Biggest Opportunities and Challenges in Calf Care
2026/11/09
Now is an important time to focus on calf care and maximizing the start of a calf’s life, especially with today’s high market values for beef calves and replacement heifers. Bethany Dado-Senn, a calf consultant to now full-time herd manager, shares tips and management considerations for raising calves through every season in today’s expert segment.
Today’s “Legacy Farmer” highlights the 50-plus-year legacy of Roy and Ronda Kayler of New York Mills, Minnesota. We hear how the near-retirees grew their farm through the years and eventually hired a herdsman, a decision they say has been one of the best they have ever made. The question, “Grandpa, are there supposed to be cows behind the house?” led to a four-hour scavenger hunt in today’s “So You Think You Had a Bad Day” segment. After hours of searching with help from the community, the farmer turned to a drone, which located 22 head of cattle in a swampy area.
Upcoming Dairy Industry Events:
November 12, 13: Virtual farmer shop talks; Virtual
November 17: Dairy Summit; Platteville, WI
November 18-19: Upper Midwest Farmland Summit; Madison, WI
December 1-4: Raising the Bar: Building Better Heifers; Multiple WI Locations
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next regularly scheduled episode will be released on November 23 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Getting More Value From Fall Manure Application
2026/10/26
Rising input costs make manure management decisions more important than ever, according to Andy Scholting, founder of Nutrient Advisors. He discusses fall application strategies that can turn manure from a net cost to a net value in today’s expert conversation on manure management economics.
Today’s “Legacy Farmer” segment features Leroy Bartel of Manawa, Wisconsin, who grew his dairy from 40 cows in 2006 alongside his daughter, Tash, eventually transitioning to a new freestall barn and double-10 parlor. Bartel shares lessons on adapting to change, persevering through tough times and finding a good life in farming. In today’s “So You Think You Had a Bad Day” segment, a farmer’s chopper malfunctions while harvesting winter rye left 60 acres to chop before planting season. A nearby custom operator came to the rescue, working through the night and finishing at 2:30 a.m. to keep the farm on schedule.
Upcoming Dairy Industry Events:
October 28 and November 4: El "Break" Info-Lechero, Virtual
October 29: Siouxland Ag Lenders Seminar, Sioux Center, IA
November 2 and 3: Practical Mastitis Control Workshop, Platteville and Curtiss, WI
November 9: Farm rental rate meetings, Faribault, MN
November 9, 12, 13: Virtual farmer shop talks, Virtual
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next regularly scheduled episode will be released on November 9 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Cover Crops Bring Opportunities and Trade-Offs
2026/10/12
Cover crop adoption trends, short- and long-term investment costs and potential yield impacts are part of today’s industry expert conversation with Marshall McDaniel, an assistant professor and researcher at Iowa State University who works directly with farmers.
Today’s “Legacy Farmer” segment spotlights Greg Bohman of Brillion, Wisconsin. After growing up on a dairy farm and spending many years working off the farm at a feed mill, Bohman returned to agriculture and purchased his family farm. Today, he enjoys giving back to others and seeing his grandchildren experience farm life in a similar way. In today’s “So You Think You Had a Bad Day” segment, a Christmas Day mishap gets even worse when Minnesota winter weather complicates an already difficult situation. What started as a rough day becomes one to remember.
Upcoming Dairy Industry Events:
October 8, 13, 14, 20, 22: Question, Persuade, Refer for Agriculture, Virtual
October 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4: El "Break" Info-Lechero, Virtual
October 14: Diagnostics are not Just Another Expense Webinar, Virtual
October 15-17: 4-H Dairy Tour, St. Paul, Minn.
October 15, 20, 29, 30: Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory, Virtual
October 29: Siouxland Ag Lenders Seminar, Sioux Center, IA
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next regularly scheduled episode will be released on October 26 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Dairy Leadership, FFA History From a World Dairy Expo Time Capsule and Forage Opportunities
2026/10/02
12th-generation dairy farmers at Oakfield Corners Dairy are honored as World Dairy Expo’s Producers of the Year, a 30-year-old FFA proficiency award application resurfaces from an Expo time capsule and the World Forage Analysis Superbowl brings opportunities for a family farm in today’s episode.The episode starts with Jonathan Lamb of Oakfield Corners Dairy, who talks about the dairy’s growth in genomic indexing, leadership and the priority of continuous improvement. He also shares advice for fellow dairy farmers. Then, Amy Ryan revisits her dairy entrepreneurship Wisconsin FFA proficiency award application, which was placed in an Expo time capsule 30 years ago and revealed from a milk can this week. We go through the application and reflect on the goals she had as a young dairy exhibitor and where life has taken her. The final conversation is with Seth Huizenga about why he continues to enter the World Forage Analysis Superbowl. He involves his kids in crop scouting and shares his experience presenting a seminar at this year’s Expo.Listen back to the other two World Dairy Expo Special Edition BONUS episodes for more of the big topics at this year’s show, from youth winners to educational opportunities.Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled podcast will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review!We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time.
Today's episode is sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau. Visit their website at www.wfbf.com.
Calf Data, Dairy Nutrition and High-Oleic Soybeans: Conversations From World Dairy Expo
2026/10/01
Learning from others in the dairy industry is one of the many opportunities at World Dairy Expo. Today’s episode covers conversations on calf health data, strategies for dairy farm profitability and the considerations that come with using high-oleic soybeans.
First, we look at calf health and the growing pressure to maximize the value of every calf while managing disease risk and tighter replacement supplies. Assistant director of product development at DRMS Robert Fourdraine and Katie Schmitt, industry relations manager for the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding, discuss what the data shows, along with new traits and tools available to producers. Then, we hear from Paulina Letelier, a consultant with GPS Dairy Consulting, about her work with dairy farmers and strategies for dairy nutrition and profitability. Her approach comes back to keeping things simple and practical. We wrap up with Stacy Nichols, Dairy Technical Sales Manager at Vita Plus, talking about the opportunities and considerations for high-oleic soybeans. He discusses whether an on-farm roaster is needed and the questions producers should ask about their operation before getting started.
Additional BONUS episodes are part of our World Dairy Expo coverage, with one released earlier this week and another coming Friday. Those episodes cover educational seminars, conversations with dairy farmers, youth and more from Expo.
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled podcast will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time.
Today's episode is sponsored by DRMS. Visit their website at www.DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ to learn more.
Youth Involvement at World Dairy Expo: The How and Why Behind Their Success
2026/09/29
Fitting, showmanship and judging offer young people valuable opportunities to get involved in the dairy industry, grow their skills and build lasting connections. In this special BONUS episode of the Dairy Delivery Podcast, three individuals share how they rose to the top of their respective contests and what they enjoy most about being part of this year's opportunities.
First, we hear from Joseph Achen of Iowa State University, who placed third overall in the National Intercollegiate Dairy Cattle Judging Contest. Although he didn't initially plan to compete when he entered college, watching upperclassmen succeed inspired him to give it a try. He credits his willingness to learn and accept feedback as contributors to his success. Next, 2026 National Guernsey Queen Olivia Jennrich shares how she uses her role to encourage youth involvement while promoting the traditions and values of the Guernsey breed. Heading into Saturday's youth activities, her goal was simply to enjoy the experience – and she did just that, earning a spot in the Senior Showmanship Finals. Finally, we hear from Sutton Paulson, this year's Overall Fitting Contest winner. After earning third place in recent years, his persistence and determination paid off. He discusses the international connections he has built and what it takes to compete at the highest level.
Additional bonus episodes will be released this week on Thursday and Friday, covering this year's World Dairy Expo with educational seminar information, conversations with dairy farmers, youth and more from Expo.
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled podcast will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time.
Today's episode is sponsored by Wisconsin Farm Bureau. Visit their website at www.wfbf.com.
World Dairy Expo Changes and Everything to Know
2026/09/28
Attending World Dairy Expo or want to know what is changing for this year's event? This episode's industry expert is World Dairy Expo Board of Directors President Bill Hageman. He talks to us about this year's show, the many opportunities available to attendees and a brief look ahead at what is coming in 2027.
Today's "Legacy Farmer" segment spotlights Mark Frost, of Withee, Wisconsin, alongside his wife, Cherrie. Together, they have been milking cows for 45 years and currently milk 50 cows in their tiestall barn. What the Frosts love most about dairy farming is the opportunity to be their own bosses. It is a seven-day-a-week job and it is not always easy, but they value working at their own pace and setting their own schedule. In today's "So You Think You Had a Bad Day" segment, we hear about a 3 a.m. wake-up call that led to a search for steers that had made their way out of the farm gate and into the yard.
Upcoming Dairy Industry Events
• September 29: Soy for cattle, West Point, Neb.
• September 29-October 2: World Dairy Expo, Madison, Wis.
• October 3: Dairy goat artificial insemination training program
• October 15-17: 4-H dairy tour, St. Paul, Minn.
Bonus episodes will be released this week on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, covering this year's World Dairy Expo with educational seminar information, conversations with dairy farmers and youth and more from Expo.
New regularly scheduled episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments do [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next regularly scheduled episode will be released on October 12 – about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Looking Beyond the Visuals When Evaluating Corn Silage
2026/09/14
Today's Dairy Delivery Podcast from Dairy Star is taking on a new format, highlighting dairy farmers and bringing together conversations with people throughout the dairy community. Each episode now includes three segments: a dairy expert conversation, a "Legacy Farmer" and "So You Think You Had a Bad Day" segments, which shares the challenges and perseverance found on dairy farms. You'll also hear a calendar of upcoming events for dairy farmers and a look at what's in the latest Dairy Star newspaper.
This episode's dairy industry guest is Harkirat Kaur, corn agronomy extension specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She discusses why this year's corn silage crop may be more variable than last year and why visual ratings along are not enough to evaluate forage quality. Kaur also talks about what dairy farmers should consider before harvesting, how harvest timing affects nutrition and resouces available to help make decisions in the field.
See what the Corn Silage Dry Down looks like in Wisconsin: connect.doit.wisc.edu/cornsilagedrydown/
More crop resources: badgercropnetwork.com
Today's "Legacy Farmer" segment features Gary and Diane Hensel of Minnesota, who began with fewer than 15 cows and grew their herd to 50. We hear the successes and challenges they experienced along the way. In this episode's "So You Think You Haad a Bad Day" segment, we hear a story about an expensive day with farm equipment and the perseverance it took to move forward.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to dairydelivery@ dairystar.com.
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes – next episode will be released September 28 – about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Today's episode is sponsored by DRMS. Visit their website at www.DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ.
Calendar Links
Parasite patrol tour
Soy for cattle
World Dairy Expo
Dairy goat artificial insemination training program
4-H dairy tour
Dairy Farmers Connecting Communities, From Music and Farming to Iowa Dairy Royalty
2026/08/24
Community music, raw milk sales, new Iowa dairy royalty and a longtime county fair tradition are among the stories featured in today's episode.
First, we hear from father and son Jeff and Steve Schmitt, who operate Windy Hill Dairy in Iowa, while also playing in a community band on Wednesday nights during the summer. Both play the trumpet, and their time in the band gives them an opportunity to strengthen their connections with others beyond the farm gate. Then we hear from Sarah Fitzgerald, who was on the cusp of starting her career as a dairy farmer when her family had to sell their cows a few years ago. Now, she milks six cows in Illinois and has a permit to sell raw milk and also makes bars of soap from her cows' milk. Then we hear from two soon-to-be college roommates who will spend the next year representing Iowa's dairy industry after being crowned Iowa dairy royalty. The newly named 2026-27 Iowa Dairy Princess Hannah Hagen and the Iowa Dairy Princess Alternate Mae Wedemeier have known each other for years through shared interests ranging from dance to FFA. This fall, they will both attend Iowa State University to pursue agriculture-related studies while living together and serving as ambassadors for Iowa's dairy farmers and the industry. Today's final conversation highlights a county fair tradition that has been going strong for nearly 40 years. Reynold and Vivian Dittbenner have been serving sweet dairy treats to attendees at the Brown County Fair, showcasing the many delicious possibilities of dairy. The dairy delights have become a staple that many look forward to enjoying each fair season.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on September 14 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Wolf Encounter on Dairy Farm, New Dairy Associate Degree, Family Chores and Crop Nutrition Insights
2026/08/10
An unexpected wolf on a dairy farm leads the episode, along with a new associate degree aimed at strengthening the dairy technology workforce, a look at a day in the life of a Minnesota dairy farm family and insights into this year's crop and what it could mean for dairy nutrition.
We begin with Nathan Kling, who found wolf tracks throughout the sand surround an area where one of his cows was recovering. Teeth and bite marks provided evidence of what caused the cows untimely death. Then we hear from Londa Nwadike of South Dakota State University about a new associate degree being offered this fall. While students have been able to complete 2-year technical degrees in related fields such as automation, there has not been a dedicated 2-year program focused specifically on dairy production or dairy processing. That is, until now. Next, we hear from a Minnesota dairy farming family. Each day three generations of the Rausch and Crosby family step foot into the barn for chores. Ann Crosby, and her two sons Cody and Chase, and her dad Tom Rausch, milk 60 cows at the family farm, Oak Grove Dairy, near Randall. Today's final conversation is with Barry Visser, a nutritionist and consistent contributor to the Dairy Star. We talk with him about this year's corn crop, including how weather patterns have affected crop growth and disease exposure.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on August 24 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
This episode is sponsored by DRMS. Learn more at DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ.
We look forward to bringing you this new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
How Dairy Connects Visitors and Farmers at Midwest State Fairs
2026/07/27
Every fair has something unique to offer, whether it's cookies and milk, a building dedicated to Wisconsin agriculture, or the iconic butter sculptures found in Minnesota and Iowa. Today, we're hearing the many dairy connections that bring these traditions to life, from showcasing dairy farming to highlighting the foods, exhibits and experiences visitors can enjoy at these Midwestern state fairs.
Wisconsin State Fair Dairy Promotion Board President Nicole Barlass shares how dairy exhibits and experiences have grown and changed over the years on the fairgrounds near Milwaukee. A longtime volunteer, Barlass discusses Dairy Lane, daily dairy and goat milking demonstrations, youth dairy shows and the award-winning products recognized through the state fair dairy products contest, many of which fairgoers can sample from the board’s stands. Next, former Princess Kay of the Milky Way Brenna Bobendreier, now Minnesota and North Dakota farmer relations manager for Midwest Dairy, highlights Minnesota's celebrated dairy traditions. She talks about the butter sculptures carved in the likenesses of Princess Kay finalists, dairy-focused educational partnerships and exhibits such as the Eco Experience and the many ways fairgoers can experience dairy during their visit. The episode concludes with Mitch Schutte, vice president of agricultural affairs at Midwest Dairy, who shares how dairy comes to life at the Iowa State Fair. Schutte discusses the iconic butter cow, student-led Parlor Talks, opportunities for visitors to connect with dairy farmers and the dairy foods and experiences that make the fair a favorite destination each year.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on August 10 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Innovation, Education and Perseverance in Dairy Farming
2026/07/13
Today's episode highlights how dairy farmers are adapting, persevering and educating consumers in addition to hearing manure sampling tips ahead of this year's North American Manure Expo.
We begin with Monica Enyart, who discusses the automation technologies her family added to their farm as their children grew and responsibilities both on and off the farm grew. The Enyarts used a Choose Iowa Dairy Innovation Grant to help with the cost of adding the automation. The grants are awarded each year to farms looking to adopt technologies that reduce labor and increase on-farm processing of Iowa dairy products. Next, Sara Ruehling shares the story of the Scott County Fair's Miracle of Birth Center, which was founded by her father, Ken Gliszcinski. Visitors to the exhibit can watch animals give birth, pet newborn calves, milk a fiberglass cow made by Ken and ask volunteers questions. Ruehling discusses her favorite aspects of the exhibit and how it helps educate consumers about the dairy industry. We then hear from Andrew Golberg of Golberg's Lakeview Dairy in Minnesota. Andrew and his wife began their operation with about 50 cows in a compost barn after graduating from the University of Minnesota in 2006. Despite starting from scratch and experiencing many challenges, the couple never gave up on being dairy farmers, or expanding their farm. Closing today's episode is Melissa Wilson, who previews an upcoming session at the North American Manure Expo in Wayne, Nebraska. Wilson shares manure sampling best practices and explains why collecting a representative sample is essential, given the wide variability in manure nutrient content. She also offers a perspective on viewing manure and fertilizer nutrients as assets in a bank account with resources that can be measured, managed and maximized for operational efficiency.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas or your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
This episode is sponsored by DRMS. Visit www.DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-Is-HerdHQ for more information.
Milking Cows, Making Cheese, Running and Dairy Royalty
2026/06/29
A dairy family's journey into cheese production, the next generation taking the reins of a family farm, one of marathon running's most iconic races and the newly crowned Miss Wisconsin USA are all heard on today's episode.
First, hear how a multigenerational dairy family has launched Compass Rose Creamery, converting an old milking parlor barn into a cheese facility. Brian and Jill Nelson and their son, Isaac, have forayed into the world of value-added processings and are planning to have cheese aging rooms to produce specialty artisan cheese in the future, and facilities in Minnesota to work with fresh cheese curds are already up and running. Then, brothers Jake and Nick Stadick share what it means to become the fourth generation to own and operate their family dairy farm. They are incorporating genomic data, smarter breeding strategies and new barn technology to make the farm their own while still holding on to wisdom from their parents. Next, legendary marathon runner Dick Beardsley reflects on one of the greatest races in history. Raised helping on his grandfather's dairy farm in Minnesota, Beardsley began running marathons at the age of 21, and in 1982, ran the race of his life in the Boston Marathon — a famous contest dubbed the 'Duel in the Sun.' He finished the race 1.6 seconds behind Alberto Salazar, after running closely with him for miles as both broke the American and Boston Marathon records. The episode concludes with the newly crowned 2026 Miss Wisconsin USA Olivia Lulich. An agriculture teacher and FFA advisor, Lulich says the lessons she learned in the show ring at county fairs stayed with her as she competed for the opportunity. Agriculture served as her platform as she became the state's representative for Miss USA. Lulich hopes to promote agricultural awareness to a public growing more distant from the farm.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released on July 13 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
This episode is sponsored by Greenwood Silo. Visit their website at GreenwoodSilo.com.
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All Dairy, all the time.
Racing, Crowns and Cows: Driving Success On and Off the Farm
2026/06/15
An Indianapolis 500 experience filled with dairy promotion, a Minnesota farm family's story of resilience, a former Miss America with dairy roots and an Iowa farm family investing in the next generation all come together in today's episode.
Fast cars, bottles of milk and spreading information about the dairy checkoff were all on the schedule for dairy farmer and United Dairy Industry Association chair, Charles, Krause, during the recent 110th Indianapolis 500. He joins us to share what he learned from the event and how dairy was showcased during the iconic race weekend. Next, we travel to Minnesota to meet Sandy Erickson, a dairy farmer whose perseverance has carried her through countless challenges. yet nothing was as difficult as running a farm alone after losing her husband, parents and 25% of her milking herd within a span of a year. Today, Sandy still owns and operates the farm of her late husband, Roger Erickson, near Becker, where she manages a 70-cow herd and farms 240 acres of corn and alfalfa. Then, we hear from the 2009 Miss America Katie Stam Irk. She grew up on her family's dairy and grain farm near the southern Indiana town of Seymour, where her family milked as many as 90 cows alongside her grandparents. Becoming Miss America surpassed her wildest dreams, and she recognized it as an opportunity to place agriculture and the dairy industry in a national spotlight. Today's final conversation is with Iowa's 2025 Delaware County Farm Family of the Year Tom and Sara Kruse, along with their three sons, Kaleb, Cole and Carter. With the kids involved in the dairy industry since birth, Tom and Sara wanted to provided as many opportunities as possible for a future in dairy. They brought the boys to sales, conventions and shows. This gave the younger generation a broader view of what a future in dairy looked like.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes — next episode will be released June 29 — about the dairy community and leave a review!
This episode is sponsored by DRMS. Visit their website below to learn more about what they can do for your dairy.
www.DRMS.org/HerdHQ/What-is-HerdHQ
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
Small Farms Making Big Cheese, Planting Seeds of Knowledge Through Book and Tours
2026/05/25
From the perspective of life after a dairy barn was destroyed by fire, to stories highlighting how farmers and industry supporters are advocating for the dairy industry, today's episode hears conversations across the dairy community. Stories include on-farm tours, sourcing milk from eight farms to build a national cheese brand and an author reflecting on his faming background and the importance of telling agriculture's story.
First, we hear from the Blase family in South Dakota about what it was like to lose their facility in a fire earlier in May. For now, the family continues sorting through difficult decisions while focusing on cleanup, cow care and maintaining the creamery business. Though much was lost in the fire, they remain grateful no lives were lost and hopeful about what the future may still hold. In Wisconsin, we spent a day with the Fischer family, whose farm recently welcomed more than 300 elementary students. Kids in third grade and 4K moved from station to station learning about cows, calves, goats, sheep, pigs and more. Hosting the Food for America event on behalf of the Plymouth FFA Chapter is a longtime tradition for the Fischer family. We then hear the story of starting Milton Creamery LLC in May 2006 from Rufus Musser III. While researching how to make their creamery idea work, two Amish men knocked on his door. By pairing together, Musser had a direct line to quality farms and people, where he could create a premium milk market in Van Buren County on the Missouri Border. Next, we learn how, 14 years ago, the Jams family agreed to have the fifth-grade class from Willmar Public Schools come to their farm for a tour. Today, that partnership still stands, and many others have followed suit to tour CoJo Dairy. For each school tour, CoJo Dairy sets up three stations around the farm, then breaks the group into three sections to visit each stop on a rotaion. Today's final conversation is with Brian Reisinger, author of Land Rich, Cash Poor: My Family's Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer. The book details 100 years of family farm history, condensed down into the most key elements that have impacted farms nationally, woven in with the Reisinger family's real-life story.
New episodes are released every Monday after the newspaper is published, sharing the many conversations from the dairy community! Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].
Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes - next episode will be released June 15 - about the dairy community and leave a review!
We look forward to bringing you this brand new way to consume Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.
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