STtalks

We visit Wolf Dairy in Bankston, Iowa, to discuss the impact of STgenetics® FarmFit® platform with Ted Wolf and Doug Petzel of the STgenetics® FarmFit® team. Ted shares his initial motivations for adopting FarmFit® into his milking herd. The conversation then delves into the practical benefits of FarmFit®, including improved heat detection, health monitoring, and reduced labor through this cutting-edge technology. Ted also highlights the increased confidence in breeding decisions and communication enhancements among the farm team in this dynamic conversation!

00:00 Introduction to STtalks at Wolf Dairy

00:36 Meet Ted Wolf and the Wolf Dairy Team

01:05 Discovering and Implementing Farmfit®

02:02 Using Farmfit® for Heat Detection

03:12 Health Monitoring with Farmfit®

04:47 Farmfit® Installation and Coverage

05:45 Daily Use and Benefits of Farmfit®

10:51 Future Goals and Potential of Farmfit®

11:31 Conclusion and Farewell

Join us as we sit down with Full Circle Dairy of Lee, Florida to learn about their remarkable growth through strategic genetic strategies and their innovative herd management. Greg Watts, Eric Diepersloot and Phillip Watts join us to share about their genetic journey as well as their current expansion plans. Full Circle Dairy has utilized STgenetics® Legend™ Program to boost their genetic growth and through a deliberate mating plan have been able to achieve 150 NM$ interval jumps over the past three years. This growth is not only shown within the consistency and quality of their herd but through their production and reproduction milestones as well. With plans to expand from their internal genetics only, Full Circle Dairy has quite the story and goals to share on this STtalks episode!

00:00 Introduction to Full Circle Dairy
00:40 Meet the Team: Roles and Responsibilities
01:46 Current Operations and Growth Plans
03:06 Challenges and Adaptations
03:34 Partnership with STgenetics®
05:37 Transition to Gender Sorted Semen
06:38 Nutritional Adjustments for Better Conception Rates
11:27 Genomic Testing and the Legend™ Program
20:07 Breeding Strategies and Expansion
30:32 Future Goals and Reflections
34:30 Conclusion and Farewell

In the second part of the STgenetics® Chromosomal Mating® discussion we dive into the updates and utilization of the program. We cover new features, enhanced precision, and how the program seamlessly integrates with STgenetics® broader STrategy™ platform. The discussion continues to expand on genomic testing, the use of various gender-sorted semen types, female and bull selection tools, and how all these elements contribute to the profitability and sustainability of dairy herds.

00:00 Introduction to STtalks and Chromosomal Mating®
00:31 New Features in Chromosomal Mating®
01:56 Optimizing Herd Genetics
05:50 Advancements and Changes in Chromosomal Mating®
08:10 Benefits and Advice for Dairymen
14:43 Key Genetic Traits and Future of Mating Programs
17:31 Conclusion and Integrated Approach

Australia’s International Dairy Week (IDW) is an internationally important event for STgenetics® Australia, and in this STtalks episode we learn about the success of IDW for STgenetics® Australia as well as hear an inspiring story from one of their own, Fiona Hanks. Giving back to an industry that gave you so much is a common theme Fiona shares with us after she was the recipient of the Bette Hall Award at IDW which is an award to honor women who make an immense impact in the Australian Dairy Industry.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:55 Fiona Hanks' Background and Role
02:04 Marketing and Youth Initiatives
04:45 International Dairy Week Highlights
08:41 Personal Reflections and Industry Impact
12:48 Bette Hall Award Experience
18:29 Advice for the Next Generation
20:34 Conclusion

Happy Valentines Day from STgenetics®! We hope Cupid is as lucky at your farm as he was with the THORSON x CAPTAIN match he picked out! You can hear all about this love match in the latest episode of STtalks. May your barn air be filled with love today and always!

00:00 Introduction
00:05 Cupid's Perfect Match: THORSON and CAPTAIN
00:19 Cupid's Calculations Begin
00:40  THORSON's Impressive Traits
00:53 The CAPTAIN Sisters
01:27 Unexpected Love: Five Sons on the Way
01:31 The Birth of THORSON's Sons
01:39 Vision+™ Genomic Test Results
01:46 A Cross for the Stars
02:03 Final Wishes from STgenetics®

Novo episódio no ar! 🎙Neste STtalks, conversamos com Jean Carlos Eidt, Gerente do Programa Farmfit® da STgenetics, para apresentar essa novidade no Brasil. Acompanhando a tendência do mercado de garantir o monitoramento da saúde e do bem-estar de cada animal, a tecnologia Farmfit® surge como importante aliada de gestão de rebanhos, gerando informações para acompanhar cada animal do rebanho durante toda a vida.

00:00 Introdução ao Episódio
00:50 A Importância do Bem-Estar Animal e Monitoramento
02:55 Tecnologia Farmfit®: Benefícios e Implementação
06:48 Parâmetros Monitorados pelo Farmfit®
09:01 Contribuição do Farmfit® para a Lucratividade e Sustentabilidade
10:58 Disponibilidade e Acessibilidade do Farmfit® no Brasil
16:41 Integração do Farmfit® com Outros Programas da STgenetics®
18:22 Mensagem Final e Convite para Conhecer o Farmfit®
20:14 Encerramento do Episódio

STgenetics® Chromosomal Mating® program goes beyond the average breeding decision, and in this STtalks we delve into the core concepts and benefits of this technology in a two-part series. To share their expertise we have Sara Westberry, David Kendall, Adam Taiti and Ron Jackson all on to gives us their insights and experiences. In this first part we learn more about how mating programs benefit dairy farmers today, how Chromosomal Mating® delivers a unique data-driven approach to success and how this can push herd genetics to new heights while controlling inbreeding.

STgenetics® Mid-Release New Sires are out and in this STtalks we pull out important groupings and look at what these new bulls have to offer! Logan Voigts, STgenetics Genetic Services Specialist, joins us as we break down some of these individuals, looking at their unique traits, family lines and overall offerings. Of the 26 New Sires available, 5 of them are Legend™ Sires, 20 of them are available in Ultraplus High Purity™, 17 of them are over +1300 Eco$ and the list goes on and on! A discussion on new genetics you don’t want to miss out on!

A quick chat with Dr. Ben Voelz, PhD, STgenetics® Technical Services and Sales Support Manager, to discuss the evolving U.S. dairy industry. We explore the shift from traditional barns to advanced technology, the unknown challenges like avian influenza and the importance of genetic and reproductive programs. Ben shares insights on the profitability decisions dairy producers need to make, including heifer inventory management and the benefits of gender-sorted semen. We also address the constant concern of feed costs and the value of biosecurity in maintaining a stable heifer population.

A published author, dairy farmer and multi-business owner! Louise Malecha of Malecha Enterprises joins us to share the unique and diverse story of her and her husband Todd’s farm and now businesses. When we focus in on the dairy farm, Louise shares that the implementation of genomic testing and the genetic investment through STgenetics® has advanced their herd's health and production. Then the conversation shifts to Louise's journey as a children's book author, including her inspiration, writing process, and the impact her books have had.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:46 History of Malecha Enterprises