How is technology playing a role in the modernization of farm operations? How are farms able to generate new valuable data streams? How can innovations impact efficiency and animal comfort?

This week on The Dairy Download, we hear from a panel of experts at the recent DairyTech conference about how cutting-edge technologies are transforming farm operations: Owen Mickley, DVM, dairy nutritionist with Vita Plus; Nicholas Randle, senior marketing lead for dairy productivity and milk quality with Zoetis; and Mitch Schwieterman, operator of SchwietermanFarm. Tune in now to learn more!

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How are emerging risks shaping the dairy supply chain today? What technologies are strengthening supply chain security and agility? How can companies reduce risk and future-proof their operations?

This week on The Dairy Download, we hear from a panel of experts at the recent DairyTech conference about all things risk, innovation, and supply chain resilience: Jenny Drake, senior vice president of operations with Grande Cheese Company; Jeremy Ridley, technical director with MADCAP; Jonathan Braley, director of the Food and Ag-ISAC; and Thomas Chadwick, strategic risk consultant and assistant vice president with Marsh McLennan. Tune in now to learn more!

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How is protein setting dairy beverages apart in this space? How are ready-to-drink beverages appealing to today's consumers? What can we expect to see in the future of this category?

This week on The Dairy Download, we hear from two experts in the ready-to-drink beverages: Emily Johnston, vice president of brand marketing for Quest Nutrition at Simply Good Foods; and Matt Lally, senior director of analytics and insights at Shamrock Farms. Tune in now to learn more!

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What fall-inspired flavors are dairy companies and brands offering? How do seasonal flavors appeal to consumers? And what goes in to developing unique flavors? 

This week on The Dairy Download, we hear from two experts about all things fall flavors: Ryan Murphy , senior director of marketing with Prairie Farms; and Jessica Dillon, senior brand director for The Laughing Cow and Babybel at Bel Brands USA. Tune in now to learn more!

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How can dairy companies identify and assess cybersecurity risks? How can professionals stay ahead of evolving threats? What emerging risks should organizations prepare for in the years ahead?

This week on The Dairy Download, we are joined by experts on cybersecurity: Jonathan Braley, director of the Food and Agriculture I SAC; and Chris Gaucher, senior manager of cyber security with Hilmar. Tune in now to learn more!

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What's shaping the future of organic dairy products? How has demand for organic evolved and how has the marketplace changed? What are the challenges and opportunities faced by organic producers? 

This week on The Dairy Download, we are joined by experts with insights into the market for organic dairy products: Tom Chapman, co-CEO for the Organic Trade Association; and Cheree Tauschek, executive vice president of membership with Organic Valley. Tune in now to learn more!

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We are celebrating five years of The Dairy Download with a very special episode featuring two dairy trade association leaders!

How is the dairy industry evolving? What challenges and opportunities are dairy farmers and processors facing today? How are policy decisions being made in Washington, D.C. affecting the industry nationwide?

This week on The Dairy Download, we are joined by Michael Dykes, D.V.M., president and CEO of the International Dairy Foods Association and Gregg Doud, president and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation to discuss how the industry has grown and adapted over the past five years and what the future looks like for dairy. 

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What is driving consumer demand for beef? What role are dairy-beef crosses playing in the beef market now and in the future? What is being done to improve the productivity of dairy-beef animals?

This week on The Dairy Download, we are joined by experts who help us dive into beef-on-dairy: Brett Stuart, founding partner of Global Agri-Trends, and Lee Leachman, CEO of Leachman Cattle. Tune in now to learn more!

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Pizza and dairy go hand in hand. What cheese trends are popular in the pizza world? What are pizzeria operators looking for in terms of pizza cheese? What is in store for the future of pizza?

This week on The Dairy Download, we are joined by experts in pizza and cheese: Kelly Norton, senior director, enterprise brand for Grande Cheese Company, and Derek Lee, restauranter and owner of Pizza Brutta. Tune in now to hear this piping hot new episode! 

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Ice cream consumers today are chasing bold flavors, cleaner labels, and nostalgic experiences. How do consumer trends impact flavor and product development? Where is the future of ice cream heading? How will the supply chain react to new demands? 

This week on The Dairy Download, we hear from three ice cream experts: Logan Cisewski, technical sales manager and application specialist at IRCA Group, along with Rich Draper, CEO and co-founder of The Ice Cream Club, and Heather Draper, director of The Ice Cream Club.

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