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S4E42: “The PRB Meeting Happened On A Full Moon" | Anja Raudabaugh


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S4E42: “The PRB Meeting Happened On A Full Moon" | Anja Raudabaugh


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In this episode of the "Seen and Herd" podcast, Anja Raudabaugh, the CEO of Western United Dairies, discusses the Producer Review Board Meeting, which got spicy. 


Key topics include:


00:00 - Introduction

  • November 17th is the next upcoming PRB meeting.

  • 02:20 - Recap of PRB Meeting on October 30th

    •  The PRB meeting discussed critical quota issues and housekeeping items.

    •  The mandatory five-year marketing survey results were mixed, causing discussions.

    •  Another major issue was the decision on what to do with about $5.2 million in reserves related to the quota program.

    •  A hardship request from a dairy family was denied, leading to ongoing challenges within the PRB regarding such requests.

    • 05:47 - Hardship Requests and Producer Involvement

      • Discussion on hardship requests and the denial of a specific case.

      • Anja encourages farmers to submit hardship requests if they believe it's the right decision, emphasizing the importance of farmers having a say in how their money is used.

      • 08:07 - Petition to Terminate Quota Program

        •  Explanation of the petition process initiated by Stop QIP to terminate the quota program.

        • The PRB's division and the need for a special meeting on November 17th to discuss the petition.

        • The contentious nature of the meeting, with various motions and recommendations being offered and debated.

        • 11:32 - Survey Results and Next Steps

          • Overview of the five-year QIP effectiveness survey and its results.

          • The PRB's motions regarding the survey include recommending a re-vote and seeking additional technical assistance.

          • The upcoming meeting on November 17th focuses on the termination petition, and producers are encouraged to participate.

          • Producers are urged to get involved, write to the Secretary, and attend the critical meeting, emphasizing the current inflection point in the quota program.

          • 22:37 - Closing Remarks

            • Anja emphasizes the importance of robust attendance and producer involvement in the upcoming meeting.


            • RESOURCES DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:


              October PRB Meeting Recap - https://westernuniteddairies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/WUD-News-10.31.23-Digital.pdf


              Upcoming PRB Meeting November 17th - 

              https://myemail.constantcontact.com/NOTICE--PRB-Meeting---November-17th.html?soid=1114844705575&aid=r77KkMbr9uk


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              To learn more about Western United Dairies, visit https://westernuniteddairies.com.


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