Join us for The Bullvine Podcast as we unpack the incredible journey of McCarty Family Farms, World Dairy Expo's 2025 Dairy Producer of the Year. Discover how this fourth-generation family operation transformed from a modest 15-cow dairy in Pennsylvania to a nearly 20,000-cow, multi-state enterprise. This episode delves into their pivotal decision to relocate to Kansas, the game-changing direct supply partnership with Danone, and the innovative on-farm milk processing plant that revolutionized their business. Learn about their commitment to sustainability (including B Corp certification), their unique family governance structure, data-driven management, and the unwavering passion that fuels their success. This is more than a story of growth; it’s a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and visionary dairy farming.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The rich history of McCarty Family Farms, starting with Taylor McCarty in 1914.
• Pivotal moments: The strategic move from Pennsylvania to Kansas, weathering industry crises like the 2009 downturn.
• The groundbreaking partnership with Danone North America and the development of a direct supply model.
• Vertical Integration Deep Dive: How building their own on-farm milk processing plant transformed quality control, efficiency, environmental impact, and even herd health management.
• Expansion and Specialization: The growth into Ohio with MVP Dairy and the strategic optimization of their various farm sites.
• Family Dynamics at Scale: How the four McCarty brothers (Mike, Clay, Dave, and Ken) divide responsibilities and maintain cohesion.
• Team and Culture: The McCarty's DIRT principles (Dedication, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork) and their commitment to employee well-being and competitive benefits.
• Operational Excellence: The crucial role of standardization, protocols, and data-driven decision-making across their multiple locations.
• Sustainability Leadership: Achieving B Corp certification, implementing regenerative agriculture, impressive CO2 reductions, water conservation, and enhancing biodiversity.
• Risk Management Strategies: How the McCartys navigate market volatility and "black swan events" through long-term planning.
• The significance of being named World Dairy Expo's 2025 Dairy Producer of the Year.
• The core values and passion for the dairy industry that drive the McCarty family's vision and success.

Read the full article here https://www.thebullvine.com/breeder-profiles/the-mccarty-magic-how-a-family-farm-became-the-dairy-industrys-brightest-star/