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STtalks #408 - August 2026 New Release Sires with Logan Voigts & Alan Kruse
STgenetics® released 37 new sires following the August 2026 Genetic Evaluations, and Logan Voigts and Alan Kruse join us to take a closer look at this diverse and impressive lineup. With 15 bulls over +3500 GTPI®, 15 exceeding +200 CFP, 13 surpassing +1200 Eco$, and an exceptional group of high-health sires, there’s plenty for Logan and Alan to discuss. They also dive into the impact these new sires will have on STgenetics®’ Legend™ program, while highlighting the continued emphasis on 4M™ High Purity. They wrap up with one statement that sums it all up: STgenetics® is “genetics without compromise.”
Duration:
00 hours, 20 mins
Release Date:
2026-08-21
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STtalks #407 - De jeunes éleveurs qui innovent avec passion en France avec Nicolas Diverres
STtalks vous emmène dans le Finistère, en France, à la rencontre de Nicolas Diverres, associé du GAEC de Kergouezan. Découvrez une exploitation laitière où robotisation, pâturage et génétique se combinent pour gagner en efficacité. Nicolas partage son expérience avec le génotypage, la semence sexée et sa vision de l’avenir de l’élevage laitier.
Duration:
00 hours, 14 mins
Release Date:
2026-08-21
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STtalks #406 - Colored Breeds August 2026 Genetic Evaluations with Kevin Ziemba
Following the August 2026 Genetic Evaluations, Kevin Ziemba joins us to share updates and highlights from STgenetics® Colored Breed lineup. Kevin outlines the Jersey portfolio, highlighting that the genetic offering provides balanced profiles that emphasize components, udder traits, and fertility. We also hear updates on STgenetics® STamina™ crossbreeding program, citing multiple daughter-proven bulls with strong net merit and health traits, and Kevin shares STructred™ STyle sire standouts across Jersey, Brown Swiss and Ayrshire, while outlining STgenetics®’ balanced approach combining genomics and proven data.
Duration:
00 hours, 24 mins
Release Date:
2026-08-18
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STtalks #405 - August 2026 Genetic Evaluations with David Kendall, Dan Carroll and Tim Rauen
Proof news is here! In this STtalks episode, Dan Carroll, David Kendall, and Tim Rauen break down the August 2026 Holstein Genetic Evaluations, trait updates and new traits, STgenetics® proven sire performance and the strength of the genomic sire lineup. They also explain how consistency between genomic predictions and daughter-proven results builds confidence in long-term genetic decisions, why strong cow families continue to drive genetic progress across generations, and how greater emphasis on efficiency, fertility, production and emerging market needs are shaping the future of dairy genetics.
Duration:
00 hours, 29 mins
Release Date:
2026-08-15
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STtalks #404 - Summer Beef on Dairy Update with Casey Anderson
With the heat of the season on us, we dive into a Beef on Dairy market update with Casey Anderson, director of STgenetics®’ Beef Add On™ Program. In this STtalks, we discuss the current market high and how this seems to be leveling off, with hamburger demand as a key driver. He emphasizes that a successful Beef on Dairy program focuses on creating elite dairy females, alongside proper beef genetics, healthy calf management, and disciplined planning. The conversation goes further as Casey advises treating a Beef on Dairy program as a brand, tracking profitability through trusted partners and downstream buy-in, and highlights STgenetics® progeny-proven, genomics-backed sire selection.
Duration:
00 hours, 14 mins
Release Date:
2026-07-28
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STtalks #403 - Understanding the Updates to CDCB Female Fertility Traits with Kevin Ziemba
Big changes are coming to female fertility traits this August! On this episode of STtalks, we break down the upcoming CDCB updates to fertility traits and what they mean for dairy producers and genetic selection. Today we’ll learn about the brand-new First Service to Conception trait, break down what's changing with Daughter Pregnancy Rate, explain the updates to Cow and Heifer Conception Rates, and discuss why younger genetics are expected to see noticeable improvements. Most importantly, we learn not only about the changes but how to use these traits to make better decisions. Fertility traits are valuable tools, but because they're heavily influenced by management, knowing where they fit into your breeding strategy can make all the difference.
Duration:
00 hours, 30 mins
Release Date:
2026-07-21
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STtalks #402 - A Summer in Dairy Genetics with the U.S. Dairy Sales Interns: Evan Hathaway, Sara Reed and Abby Thelen
This week, we're joined by our three U.S. Dairy Sales Interns, Evan Hathaway, Sara Reed, and Abby Thelen, to reflect on a summer spent learning, traveling, and working alongside dairy producers across the country. From their firsthand experiences on farms to their perspectives on modern dairy genetics, they discuss how today's producers are making genetic decisions centered on profitability, balance, and long-term success. They also share how this internship has shaped their career goals, the value of building relationships within the industry, and why they're optimistic about the future of dairy.
Duration:
00 hours, 42 mins
Release Date:
2026-07-14
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STtalks #401 - Cows, Crowns & Connections: a Conversation with Sarah Hagenow the 78th Alice in Dairyland
STtalks is wrapping up our June Dairy Month celebration with a very special guest, one of agriculture’s most recognizable ambassadors, Alice in Dairyland! Sarah Hagenow, the 78th Alice in Dairyland, shares the journey that led her to one of agriculture’s most prestigious ambassador roles. From her roots in 4-H and FFA to collegiate dairy judging, international travel, and countless leadership experiences, Sarah reflects on the moments that shaped her passion for agriculture and prepared her to represent Wisconsin’s farmers and agricultural community. She also takes us behind the scenes of her year as Alice, offering a candid look at the challenges, unforgettable experiences, and lessons she's learned while becoming an authentic and approachable voice for agriculture.
Duration:
00 hours, 45 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-30
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STtalks #400 - The Power of Dairy Youth Programs with Mandy Sell-Stanford and Matthew Gunst
STgenetics®’ Matthew Gunst and Mandy Sell-Stanford discuss how youth programs have influenced their journey in the dairy industry, share some advice for youth and showcase the STgenetics® summer youth promotion currently going on here in the U.S.
Duration:
00 hours, 12 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-26
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STtalks #399 - STructured™ STyle Red & White Ambitions with Brian Behnke
Brian Behnke joins us to go over the history and the future of STgenetics® STructured™ STyle Red & White portfolio. In this STtalks we hear about the foundation that bulls like AWESOME-RED and JORDY-RED laid and how bulls like ALTITUDE-RED, ARCHITECT-RED and AUDACIOUS-RED are caring our next Red generation. The conversation also explores line breeding and how genomics helps manage faults, then breaks down the Shakira-family brothers SHARPSHOOTER*RC, SOLEADO-RED, and TIDALWAVE-RED, and closes with interest in CYBEX P *RC.
Duration:
00 hours, 13 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-23
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STtalks #398 - STgenetics® June Mid-Release Sires with Logan Voigts and Alan Kruse
STgenetics® has an impressive mid-release group of bulls who are highlighted by 14 sires over +3400 GTPI, 11 bulls exceeding +1200 Eco$, 10 bulls over +200 CFP, 10 sires with more than +4.0 Productive Life, 5 bulls above +1.00 UDC, and two new Jersey sires. We're also seeing exciting additions to both our Polled and Legend™ programs, with plenty of standout new sires, this is an STtalks you won’t want to miss!
Duration:
00 hours, 25 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-19
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STtalks #397 - Tell Your Ag Story with Emily Elsing
Today’s guest highlights the impact of storytelling as a key tool for building consumer trust and connection. Emily Elsing, an agricultural storyteller and influencer, shares how FFA and her time at UW–Madison led her into agriculture, and how she and her husband, Avery, began sharing their everyday rural life on YouTube through their page, New Age Custom Farming, as well as her Facebook, Prairie Raised Beef, and Instagram, @emilyelsing_. Emily explains how in-person feedback confirmed the impact of their content, how she handles criticism, and why farmers don’t need an “earth-shattering” story to be worth following. She discusses social media’s role in opening “farm gates” to consumers, the value of real human connection and community, simple content ideas for dairy producers, and opportunities their social presence has created for their farm.
Duration:
00 hours, 17 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-16
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STtalks #396 - Protein: Dairy’s Next Frontier with Kevin Ziemba
This week, we're joined by STgenetics®' Kevin Ziemba to discuss his article, "The Story of Fat and the Future of Protein: How Genetics Influence Components." We explore how changing consumer preferences are shaping processor demands, influencing genetic selection decisions on dairies worldwide, and creating new opportunities for producers to capture more value through strategic breeding programs. Tune in to learn why protein may be the next frontier in dairy genetics.
Duration:
00 hours, 26 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-12
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STtalks #395 - Innovation, Nutrition, and the Future of Dairy with Tim Doelman, former CEO of fairlife®
A special June Dairy Month episode of STtalks is now live! In this STtalks taped during STgenetics®’ Elite Dairy Summit in Puerto Rico, Tim Doelman, former CEO of fairlife®, joins us to discuss building one of the fastest-growing beverages over the past 12 years by “unlocking” milk’s nutrition and creating products based on consumer needs rather than commodity thinking. With the belief that milk contains the building blocks of life, especially proteins, we dive into the great opportunities that lie before dairy producers and how we can meet consumers' needs and demands today.
Duration:
00 hours, 11 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-10
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STtalks #394 - Farmfit® in Action: Helping Felling Dairy Make Earlier, Smarter Herd Decisions with Mitch Hockett & Jason Felling
In this episode of #STtalks, we visit with Jason Felling of Felling Dairy and Mitch Hockett from #STgenetics to discuss how #Farmfit is helping turn real-time temperature and activity data into smarter decisions on the farm.
Duration:
00 hours, 24 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-05
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STtalks #393 - Decisions that Matter for World Milk Day
Happy World Milk Day and Happy June Dairy Month! In this STtalks we celebrate the dairy story, which all starts with one smart decision. One straw, calf, cow, and future. From innovative genetics to healthier, more efficient cows, every breeding decision helps dairy producers create more sustainable, profitable farms while producing one of the world's most complete foods: milk!
Duration:
00 hours, 03 mins
Release Date:
2026-06-01
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STtalks #392 - Tudo sobre o NOVO sêmen Super Conventional® com Rafael Ribeiro
Neste episódio do STtalks, você vai conhecer o Super Conventional® da STgenetics, uma nova tecnologia de sêmen otimizado para gênero. Rafael Ribeiro, Gerente da Linha Leite da STgenetics Brasil, apresenta este produto desenvolvido especialmente para inseminação de vacas em lactação, com 75% de pureza de gênero, visando mitigar o nascimento de machos e potencializar os rebanhos leiteiros que ainda não adotaram o uso do sêmen sexado no Brasil. Ouça agora!
Duration:
00 hours, 11 mins
Release Date:
2026-05-27
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STtalks #391 - The Impact of EcoFeed®cow at Barrington Dairy with Pete Gelber
Pete Gelber of Barrington Dairy is back with us to share about the proof-of-concept trial he and his STgenetics® representative, Ron Jackson, put together with 460 2-year-old fresh heifers to show the impact of STgenetics® EcoFeed®cow trait. After 4 months, Pete states, “ This EcoFeed® thing is definitely true, according to me. You know, we did this trial…and it's like, holy cow, this is really working, you know? It was pretty obvious. It wasn't like it was a half a pound or a quarter pound. It was substantial.”
Duration:
00 hours, 15 mins
Release Date:
2026-05-22
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STtalks #390 - Eco$ Performance at Cottonwood Dairy with James Bailey and Eric Zwiefelhofer
“It starts with the feed…but it really helps to be working with good genetics to maximize that,” states James Bailey in this STtalks! James, a co-founder of ProAgtive Dairy Nutrition, joins STgenetics® Eric Zwiefelhofer to share about the on-farm trial they put together at Cottonwood Dairy in South Wayne, Wisconsin, to prove the impact of selecting for STgenetics®’ Eco$ Index. After splitting first lactation heifers into two separate pens based on their Eco$ value, there was an easy difference noticed in the data that supports that good genetics make more efficient, profitable cows.
Duration:
00 hours, 26 mins
Release Date:
2026-05-19
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STtalks #389 - The Slick Difference from STgenetics® with Sara Westberry, Kevin Ziemba & Yuri Utsunomiya
In this STtalks we learn more about the genetics behind heat-tolerant cattle by diving into the slick gene. The group outlines how slick was introduced into the Holstein breed, and why heat tolerance matters for productivity in tropical and heat-stress regions. They also cover potential benefits for Beef on Dairy calves, recent progress in building higher-merit slick sire lines, and practical implementation using genomic testing, STrategy™, and Chromosomal Mating® to track and increase slick frequency over time.
Duration:
00 hours, 26 mins
Release Date:
2026-05-16