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DairyTalk 207: Labor Retention as Capital - The Hidden Asset in Dairy Farming - by Helmut Demmelhuber
Employee turnover has become one of the most underestimated cost drivers in the dairy industry. With average churn rates nearing 40%, many farms bleed money through constant hiring, training, and productivity losses. This episode examines why labor stability is a strategic asset - not a soft issue. Using the example of Larson Acres, where turnover dropped below 1% through quality housing, structured onboarding, and meaningful benefits, we show why investing in people often delivers a higher return than wage hikes or automation alone. In modern dairy farming, human capital may be the most…
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