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Nathan Brearley: Dairy Farming Journey | Ep. 55
Nathan Brearley: Dairy Farming Journey | Ep. 55
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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Sep 26, 2023
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Podcast episode
Description
Dealing with the unpredictability of dairy industry endeavors is a test of durability and adaptability. In this episode, Nathan recounts his journey throughout a tumultuous decade in the dairy industry, marked by fluctuating highs and lows, and how these challenges prompted him to implement resourceful and efficient strategies to improve farming operations. More than just a simple dairy farm, this episode delves into integrating technology into dairy farming, considering strategic herd management, and emphasizing ecological sustainability."That seems to be what has always worked for us: to get a little bit more out of each animal or the facility in general, it's always easier to get things paid for with more money, but also as you care for those animals better, they return to you at a faster rate."What you’ll learn:(00:00) Highlight(02:23) Introduction(05:22) The economic stress and challenges in the dairy industry(09:53) Goals for the dairy moving forward(14:03) Farm's numbers and performance(15:48) Keeping cows longer and genomic breeding strategy(19:35) Heat detection and introduction of new technology(22:03) Implementation and benefits of the bolus (26:57) Review of the bolus implementation after six months(30:58) Reproductive health in livestock(38:04) Innovations in forage program(42:03) Operating a dairy(43:24) The three final questionsMeet the guest: Nathan Brearley Experience:Current: Owner and operator of Brearly FarmsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Adisseo- AB Vista- Berg + Schmidt- Diamond V- DSM- Evonik- ICC- Phibro- Protekta- smaXtec?????? ?? ????? ????????, ??????? ?? ??? ????? ????????.Instagram: The Dairy Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
Released:
Sep 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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