In this episode we welcome Special Guest, Wilko Brouwer de Koning from the Netherlands, a third-generation dairy farmer.

• Discussing the significance of Holland as a dairy powerhouse globally and meeting Wilko at the World Dairy Summit in Chicago.

• Farm Operation: Brief overview of Wilko's dairy farm, location, and the scale of operation.

• Grazing Importance: Discussing the significance of grazing in Holland and its impact on milk quality.

Challenges in Dairy Farming:

• Land Restrictions: Explaining the challenges in starting a farm in Holland due to high land costs.

Sustainable Farming Practices:

• Innovations: Noting the presence of innovations on Dutch farms but challenges in their implementation.

Generational Transition:

• Transition Story: Discussing the transition from the previous generation to Wilko and his brother.

Global Dairy Industry:

• Comparison with the U.S.: Comparing family farms in Holland with the diverse sizes in the U.S.