There are many stories from the latest issue of the Dairy Star newspaper, and we are highlights a few of them in this episode of Dairy Delivery. We are excited to bring you the newest way to hear dairy farmers' stories, now available as a podcast.

Today's conversations are with many people connected to the dairy industry. First, a dairy farmer attending the NFL Draft, hosted by the Green Bay Packers last month, described the experience like celebrating a family holiday. Another conversation we hear is about when the fourth generation made a long-term commitment to Country Aire Farms, the plan for a new generation of facilities and updates was set in motion. Then, another conversation is with Troy and Sandy Madland with how they began milking cows in a rented barn, to now grow the farm with the latest expansion in 2022. Finally, the last story discusses safety with how a brother's death prompts bunker setup change for a Minnesota dairy farm.

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We look forward to bringing you this brand-new way to consume the Dairy Star. This is Dairy Delivery. All dairy, all the time.

This episode is sponsored by FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative.

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Time Stamps

0:00-4:10 - Introduction

4:11-7:19 - Christmas in Titletown - Charlie Riewe attends NFL Draft

8:45-14:35 - Ready for the next generation - Country Aire Dairy expansion

15:48-20:20 - Growing like mad - Troy and Sandy Madland, growing from 32 cows to 520 in 34 years

21:13-28:31 - Safety born from tragedy - Matt Hendel and his experience with Minnesota OHSA

28:32 - 31:37 - Preview of other stories in the May 10 issue of the Dairy Star

There are many stories from the latest issue of the Dairy Star newspaper, and we are highlighting a few of them in this episode of Dairy Delivery. We are excited to bring you the newest way to hear dairy farmers' stories, now available as a podcast.

Today's conversations are with people connected to the dairy industry. First, a brother and sister starting a business near the Twin Cities metro to cuddle cute and cuddly calves. Another conversation we hear how Jeff Novak and his wife, Kayla, started their own dairy farm and how he balances his many enterprises while raising a family on the farm. Then, we hear the ins and outs of a Minnesota top herd performer from one of Dairy Star's special sections. Finally, the last interview is with Ainsly Noble, the UW-River Falls dairy club president discussing how an event brought together a community and helps college students grow their networks and contribute to a community they call home.

New episodes are released Thursday after the newspaper is published. Send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].

Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes - next episode will be released May 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.

— Stay connected with Dairy Star: dairystar.com

— Get the Milk Break Newsletter: www.dairystar.com/milk-break-newsletter-signup/

— Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DairyStar

— Follow us on X: www.x.com/dairystar_

— Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dairy_star_newspaper/

— Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dairy-star/

Time stamps

0:00-5:58 - Introduction

5:59-13:17 - Curious Cows and Company

14:30-19:42 - Jeff Novak, a man with many hats

20:52-26:12 - Top Herds, Olmar Farms

26:56-30:39 - UW-RF Ag Day on Campus

30:40-33:45 - Preview of other stories in the April 26 issue of Dairy Star

Many stories from the recent issue of the Dairy Star newspaper can be found in today's first epsode of Dairy Delivery. We are excited to bring you the newest way to hear dairy farmers' stories, now available as a podcast.

Today's stories include how one farmer, Nick Hilby, is taking over a farm one year at a time after he lost his business partner and lifetime friend to brain cancer. Another story from retired dairy farmer Willie Dux recaps his experience of being attacked by a beef bull late last fall. Today's episode also features Anna Donnay, a recent college graduate working towards farm transition and processing. The final story of today's episode is spotlighting a new goat nursery bringing increased efficiency for Wisconsin's Loudenbeck Farm Dairy Goats.

New episodes are released Thursdays after the newspaper is published. send story ideas and your comments to [email protected].

Subscribe to the podcast for reminders of episodes - next episode is released May 1 - 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.

Stay connected with Dairy Star:

— dairystar.com

— Get the Milk Break Newsletter: www.dairystar.com/milk-break-newsletter-signup/

— Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/DairyStar

— Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/dairy_star_newspaper/ — Follow us on LinkedIn:  www.linkedin.com/company/dairy-star/

TIME STAMPS

0:00 Preview

1:38 Introduction

4:48 Nick Hilby — Friend, business partner gone too soon

11:28 Anna Donnay — Small farm, big dream

18:26 Willie Dux — Tangling with a bull

23:19 Seth Loudenbeck — A new home for kids

28:30 Episode wrap up

Welcome to Dairy Delivery, a new podcast by the Dairy Star. Hear directly from some of our farmers that will be featured in the latest issue of the Dairy Star newspaper! At Dairy Star, our content is presented from the perspective of the producer, from 50-cow family farms to the 10,000 cow dairy operation. Dairy Delivery will be released the Thursday after the newspaper is published and we're excited to offer you the chance to hear directly from your friends and neighbors in the dairy community.