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The Dairy Dive
We’re diving deep into the world of dairy farming! Top industry insiders guest on the show as we tackle the toughest topics in dairy. If you’re a dairy farmer, or just like to drink milk, this is the podcast for you. Presented by Masters Choice.
Episodes
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Talking to Myself (About Plots) | Dairy Dive 149
In this episode Scott is all by himself, but he still brings the heat with some good information on how to utilize and value plots when making decisions on the…
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Benchmarking (Not Bench Pressing) | Dairy Dive 148
On this episode we were fortunate enough to be joined by Zach Lensmire, of Agri Growth Solutions, to discuss his recent article on the importance of properly…
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Don't Go At It Alone | Dairy Dive 147
On this episode we're happy to welcome in Tim Schaub to talk about the importance of working as a team with Certified Crop Advisors.
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Top 10 Harvest Tips | Dairy Dive 146
It's that time again! As you prepare for your 2026 harvest time, Scott runs through his top 10 things to keep in mind.
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Audits (But not THOSE Audits, TMR Audits) | Dairy Dive 145
On this episode we were pleased to be joined by Matt Sattler, of Diamond V, to talk audits, but not THOSE audits. We discuss TMR audits and how it can affect…
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Costly Mistakes | Dairy Dive 144
Everyone makes mistakes on the farm, but how many can we avoid? In this episode Scott is joined by Bob Laux to chat about how we can minimize those costly…
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MABA Mentality | Dairy Dive 143
We were fortunate to be joined by Chuck Lippstreu, President of the Michigan Agri-Business Association (MABA), to discuss state and national ag policy and how…
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Covering Cover Crops | Dairy Dive 142
In this episode we are fortunate to be joined by Gabe Camp of Arable Solutions to cover all things cover crops. Buckle up!
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Advancing Biologicals | Dairy Dive 142
On this episode Scott is joined by Allison Jack of New Leaf Symbiotics to talk about the advancement of biologicals. Buckle up, because we're diving deep!
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Hybrid Selection Data | Dairy Dive 141
Hybrid selection is a huge decision to make every season, so how do you know you're making the right call? Scott is joined by Ben Ford, Chief Technology…
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Let's Talk Soil | Dairy Dive 140
We were fortunate enough, for this episode, to be joined by Austin Koch of Earth Optics, to discuss a more prescriptive approach to soil health. A great listen…
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Stabilizing Nitrogen | Dairy Dive 139
In this episode we welcome first time guest Trent Friesen, with Streamline Ag, to talk about stabilizing nitrogen. Buckle up, because we're diving deep.
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The Fit for Forage Sorghum | Dairy Dive 138
We're joined for the second time by guest Steve Martin, of DNMC Milk, to discuss Forage Sorghum and its fit on today's dairy operations.
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The State of Dairy | Dairy Dive 137
In this episode Scott dives deep into the state of the dairy industry, examining stats and numbers from a recent Progressive Dairy study. Buckle up, because…
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Fun With Fungicides | Dairy Dive 136
In this episode we are joined by Paul Konrad, of Streamline Ag, to talk about fungicides and how their use has changed in the industry.
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Back to the Future (Farm) | Dairy Dive 135
In this episode our host, Scott Harris, discusses the Future Farm program and why the right research makes Rob-See-Co a trusted partner for your farm.
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The Future of BMR (and How it Affects You) | Dairy Dive 134
With uncertainty surrounding the future of the BMR market, Amy Hoy joins the show to discuss how it affects your operation and what you can do about it.
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Planting is Coming! | Dairy Dive 133
In this episode Scott is joined by John King to discuss all the factors we need to consider as we approach planting season.
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A Commitment to Forage | Dairy Dive 132
In this episode Scott talks about the recently completed Rob-See-Co Forage Book, how you can use it to confidently select products, and why it demonstrates…
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A Smelly Topic | Dairy Dive 131
Manure management is a smelly topic, but an important one! Learn the new ways we're helping with that management, as we're joined by Peter Rousonelos, from…
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2024 in Review | Dairy Dive 130
On the 130th episode of The Dairy Dive, Scott takes a look back at the year that was 2024. Lots of changes that lead to an exciting new year!
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Ag Swag (From World Dairy Expo) | Dairy Dive 129
In this episode of The Dairy Dive, we are joined by Jordan Van Trump of Ag Swag. Jordan discusses growing up in the ag industry and how Ag Swag is modernizing…
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Game Changing Dairy Innovation (With Streamline Ag) | Dairy Dive 128
In this episode, recorded from the trade show floor of World Dairy Expo, Scott is joined by Paul Konrad of Streamline Ag to discuss a game changing planter box…
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Introducing Biologicals on the Dairy (Live from World Dairy Expo!) | Dairy Dive 127
In another special episode recorded on the grounds of World Dairy Expo, Scott is joined by Amy Hoy to discuss how biologicals are improving yield and nutrition…
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The Importance of Inoculant (Live From World Dairy Expo!) | Dairy Dive 126
This episode comes recorded live at World Dairy Expo, in Madison, WI! We were fortunate to sit down with Greg Koerner, of Lallemand Animal Nutrition, for the…
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Meet Me in Madison (WDE 2024) | Dairy Dive 125
It's that time of year again! Scott previews an exciting week at World Dairy Expo, with lots to experience with the Rob-See-Co team.
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Inside the World of Bio Control | Dairy Dive 124
On this episode we are joined by Aaron Kelley of New Leaf Symbiotics, a partner of Streamline Ag, to discuss bio control and how it is being used in some of…
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Milk 2024 Update | Dairy Dive 123
Times are changing everywhere you look, so it only makes sense that the equations we use to evaluate our corn silage should get with the times. In this episode…
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Be Cool! | Dairy Dive 122
In this episode of The Dairy Dive, Scott was fortunate enough to be joined by Steve McDonald of Ag Pro to discuss cow comfort and the lasting effects of heat…
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Forage Sorghums | Dairy Dive 121
Our old friend Mark Kirk is no stranger to the Dairy Dive, and we were fortunate enough to have him back on the show to talk about Forage Sorghums.
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Crop Scouting 101 | Dairy Dive 120
In the 120th episode of the Dairy Dive we are joined by Kip Rowe, from Rob-See-Co, to talk about the importance of crop scouting, and what you can be looking…
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Feed Me! | Dairy Dive 119
We get hungry, but this episode isn't about that. Join us as Scott sits down to discuss foliar feeding with Adam Dickinson, of Streamline Ag.
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Fun With Fractions | Dairy Dive 118
Join us as we have fun with fractions, no not like Jr. High School. We're looking at protein fractions with Rebecca Kern-Lunbery, of Ward Laboratories. Buckle…
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Should I Shorten Up? | Dairy Dive 117
In this episode our host, Scott Harris, examines when it is the right time to shorten your maturity, and all of the factors that go into that decision. You…
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Smaxtec | Dairy Dive 116
In this episode, our host Scott Harris sits down for a chat with Alisa Gusterer of Smaxtec, to discuss ways their technology can be a benefit on your dairy…
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Droning About Drones | Dairy Dive 115
In this episode Scott is joined by James Williams of Rantizo to discuss the rise in the use of drones in agriculture.
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Let Cows Be Cows | Dairy Dive 114
In this episode Scott is joined by Jason Reid, from IBA Inc, to discuss how cow comfort can affect milk production, and why, sometimes, we should just let cows…
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Run It Back | Dairy Dive 113
Having published more than 100 episodes (this is episode 113 after all!), our host, Scott Harris, takes us down memory lane to revisit 3 of his all-time…
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Change Is The Constant | Dairy Dive 112
In the dairy industry change is constant, especially in the way that we evaluate silage. In this episode our host, Scott Harris, breaks down the changes that…
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Getting Fit (Not Physically) | Dairy Dive 111
On this episode of The Dairy Dive we are joined by Jason Ladman to talk about Farm Fit Planning and how a simple, free conversation can maximize your acres…
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Covering Cover Crops | Dairy Dive 110
On this episode of the Dairy Dive, we are fortunate enough to be joined by Brett Reed, from Agrisource, to talk about cover crops. We discuss common reasons…
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Introducing the 2024 Forage Summits! | Dairy Dive 109
As we turn the calendars forward to 2024 we have exciting news! We will be spending the next several months touring the country, offering an opportunity to…
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Changing Landscape | Dairy Dive 108
On this episode we are joined by good friend Brian Davis, from Rob-See-Co, to talk about changes in the industry and how they can affect you on the farm. With…
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Tune Up With Tune Up+ | Dairy Dive 107
Paul Konrad, from Streamline Ag, joins the show to discuss a truly exciting product offering that is seeing outstanding results across the country. Join Scott…
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Retain, Empower, and Engage | Dairy Dive 106
Peggy Coffeen, from Uplevel Dairy Podcast, was gracious enough to join us for this episode of The Dairy Dive. A fantastic guest, Peggy shares with us how we…
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How Does 2023 Silage Crop Look? (LIVE from WDE!) | Dairy Dive 105
We're joined by our friend Greg Koerner, from Lallemand, recorded live at World Dairy Expo to discuss how the 2023 Silage Crop is looking in his territory.
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Making Great Silage (LIVE From WDE!) | Dairy Dive 104
Episode 104 brings a very special episode format, with an interview from Ron Kuber, of Connor Agriscience, recorded live from the tradeshow floor at World…
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Fall is For Alfalfa | Dairy Dive 103
Fall is for Alfalfa! Kip Rowe joins the Dairy Dive to discuss what we should be looking for as we put in Alfalfa this season.
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Introducing Amy Hoy | Dairy Dive 102
In this episode we introduce Rob-See-Co's Forage Portfolio Manager, Amy Hoy. Amy has a wealth of experience in the livestock and silage world, so you won't…
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It’s Organic! | Dairy Dive 101
On this episode we're joined by Josh Elsing from Grow Source to talk about the direction of the Organic industry and if it's a fit for you and your operation…
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A Dynasty in Dairy | Dairy Dive 100!
We celebrate a big milestone, our 100th full length episode!, with a good friend of the show. It's fitting that our centennial episode is with Laura Herschleb…
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Biomethane for the Masses | Dairy Dive 99
We're joined by Joe Boufford of New Holland for one of our most interesting episodes yet. Joe describes the process of capturing methane on the dairy farm and…
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All About Inoculants | Dairy Dive 98
On this episode of The Dairy Dive, we're joined by our friend Renato Schmidt from Lallemand. Renato and Scott have a great conversation about Silage Inoculants…
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It’s Getting Hot in Here | Dairy Dive 97
On this episode we are joined by Daniela Roland, from Penn State University, to discuss heat stress on the dairy and ways that we can mitigate its effects. In…
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Missing The Forest For The Trees | Dairy Dive 96
On this episode of the Dairy Dive we are joined by Nathan Upah, from Tech Mix Global, to discuss fresh cow interventions and how, on the dairy, sometimes we…
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More For Less | Dairy Dive 95
On this episode of the Dairy Dive, Taliah Danzinger, from VAS, comes on to talk about how we can use data to increase the efficiency on our dairies, making…
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Artificial or Intelligence? | Dairy Dive 94
On this episode of The Dairy Dive, we interview Steve Martin to talk about Artificial Intelligence. Does A.I. have a place in agriculture? Could it one day…
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Nutritional Value of Silage | Dairy Dive 93
Have you ever considered the true value of your corn silage, beyond its digestibility metrics? On this episode of The Dairy Dive, we welcome Steve Massie, of…
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What’s More Fun Than Taxes? | Dairy Dive 92
On this episode of the Dairy Dive we are joined by Katie Wantoch, a Farm Management Outreach Specialist with the University of Wisconsin, to talk about tax…
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The Multi-Purpose Multi-Verse | Dairy Dive 91
For years Masters Choice has promoted against the term "Dual-Purpose", so how do we explain rolling out hybrids that are "Multi-Purpose"? Listen in to the…