In this episode of the AgCulture Podcast, I share my personal experience with the H5N1 avian influenza outbreak in dairy cattle. I discuss its impact on my herd, including production losses, animal health challenges, and the toll it took on my mental well-being. I also touch on the struggles many farmers face during such events and highlight the importance of having a supportive network. Tune in for a real look at farming through a crisis. Listen now on all major platforms!

Paul Windemuller is an agripreneur, 2024 Nuffield Scholar, and host of the AgCulture Podcast. He is the founder of Open Sky Agribusiness and Dream Winds Dairy LLC, where he manages a herd of 260 cows utilizing cutting-edge robotics and automation. Paul has a background in Agri-Business Management from Michigan State University and Dairy Husbandry from Lincoln University (NZ).

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• (00:00) Introduction
• (02:30) H5N1 outbreak in dairy cattle
• (04:10) Impact on milk production
• (06:00) Mental health challenges
• (08:00) Managing sick cows
• (10:10) Long-term effects 
• (12:00) Closing thoughts