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In this episode we sit down with Barry Schiever, co-owner of Foundation Farm, a family-run dairy in Weenen, KwaZulu-Natal.
From humble beginnings with just 20 cows in 1990, the Schiever family has built a thriving operation, now caring for nearly 2 000 cows and supplying top brands like Nestlé, Douglasdale, and Dairyland.
Barry shares the journey of grit, perseverance, and family unity that turned their small start into a flourishing enterprise.
We dive into the challenges they faced, their innovative strategies for herd management, and the role of technology in ensuring their farm’s success.
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In this episode we sit down with Barry Schiever, co-owner of Foundation Farm, a family-run dairy in Weenen, KwaZulu-Natal.
From humble beginnings with just 20 cows in 1990, the Schiever family has built a thriving operation, now caring for nearly 2 000 cows and supplying top brands like Nestlé, Douglasdale, and Dairyland.
Barry shares the journey of grit, perseverance, and family unity that turned their small start into a flourishing enterprise.
We dive into the challenges they faced, their innovative strategies for herd management, and the role of technology in ensuring their farm’s success.

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