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STtalks #384 - Journey of Genetics Part 7: Technology & Genetics Driving Profitability with Jack Hippen
In the final episode of our Journey of Genetics Series, we are joined by Jack Hippen, STgenetics® North American and EU Sales Director, to break down what really happens when a producer buys that final straw and why it matters. From advancing gender-sorted semen performance to packing more female cells per straw, Jack shares how STgenetics® is pushing beyond sorting and driving true genetic progress. He dives into the power of Beef on Dairy as a third revenue stream and how genomics is reshaping herd decisions, boosting production, improving health and longevity and tightening efficiency from the ground up. It’s a fast-paced look at how smarter genetics translates to stronger profitability and a more sustainable future for dairy producers.
Duration:
00 hours, 17 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-24
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STtalks #383 - Journey of Genetics Part 6: The Logistics of Distribution with Jim Chapman
After a short break during April Genetic Evaluations, we’re back with our 6th episode of our Journey of Genetics Series! In this STtalks episode, we cover the logistics of distribution with Jim Chapman, STgenetics® Distribution Manager. He walks us through how semen moves from lab approval to your farm while maintaining temperature and quality, ensuring traceability as well. Jim goes over safeguards as well as improvements in tracking to ensure the product gets to where it needs to go when it needs to get there!
Duration:
00 hours, 16 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-20
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STtalks #382 - April 2026 New Release Sires with Logan Voigts & Alan Kruse
New release sire news is here! We have 33 New Sires, 10 of which are in the Legend™ program, the group averaged +3330 TPI with 15 bulls are over +1100 NM$, 23 bulls over +170 CFP, 23 bulls over +3.0 PL, three new Red sires and two new polled sires. The diversity and genetic impact this group of sires brings is exciting not only for the STgenetics® portfolio but also for our customers and the Holstein breed!
Duration:
00 hours, 26 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-17
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STtalks #381 - Colored Breeds April 2026 Genetic Evaluations with Kevin Ziemba and David Kendall
More proof news is here! David Kendall and Kevin Ziemba join us to review the results of STgenetics® Colored Breeds following the April 2026 Genetic Evaluations. They highlight strong Jersey momentum with bulls like GARLAND and GORMAN, additional high JPI young sires in the pipeline, and STyle™ standouts such as CANADIAN CLUB and LASPADA, plus new additions MR. BRIGHT and more. We learn more about the exciting Brown Swiss portfolio as well as how STgenetics®' STamina™ program has proven to be profitable and consistent for those who are breeding in that direction.
Duration:
00 hours, 31 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-14
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STtalks #380 - April 2026 Holstein Genetic Evaluations with Dan Carroll, Tim Rauen, David Kendall & Kevin Ziemba
Proof news is here and this time we are joined by four members of STgenetics® Genetic Advancement team as we deep dive into the April 2026 genetic evaluations. Together they break down the impact of the latest TPI® updates, how the industry responded, and what these changes mean for the future direction of genetic progress. The team shares insights across key indexes, including TPI®, NM$, and STgenetics® Robotic Cow Index and Eco$ index, offering both a technical perspective and practical interpretation for breeders. From evolving emphasis on protein to the reliability and consistency of our proven sires as well as advancements in polled, this conversation covers the trends, bulls, and strategies that matter most right now.
Duration:
00 hours, 43 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-11
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STtalks #379 - From Legacy to Future: Transition Planning for Farm Families with Rena Striegel
“Let’s not lose any more family farms to lack of planning!” strongly states our next guest, Rena Striegel of @Transition Point Business Advisors. Rena joins us to share how farmers can take the initial step into transition planning and helps us understand some of the mindset behind why this business transaction can be so uncomfortable, though essential. We cover a lot of information in this STtalks, from why it’s never too early to begin, and how succession includes cultural, psychological, management, financial, continuity, and estate planning. Rena also outlines who should be involved at different stages, common pitfalls, strategies for tough conversations, and the importance of qualified CPAs, attorneys, bankers, and facilitators.
Duration:
00 hours, 48 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-07
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STtalks #378 - Understanding the April 2026 TPI® Adjustment with David Kendall
Pre-proof news is here! With Holstein Association USA’s adjustment to the Total Performance Index® (TPI®), we sit down with David Kendall, STgenetics® Director of Genetic Advancement, to break down how this will guide genetic direction. In this discussion, we learn what exactly changed, what influenced this adjustment, why it matters and what it means for the future of the Holstein breed.
Duration:
00 hours, 19 mins
Release Date:
2026-04-02
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STtalks #377 - Journey of Genetics Part 5: Importance of Quality Control with Candis McCleary
In the fifth episode of our Journey of Genetics series, Candis McCleary joins us to share about the extensive Quality Control (QC) process all semen undergoes before being shipped out of the facility. In this STtalks, we learn about how QC has been standardized to be delivered accurately throughout more than 45 production labs and the numerous teams at STgenetics® who have a part in making sure our producers have a high-quality and accurate product when it arrives at their farm.
Duration:
00 hours, 32 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-31
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STtalks #376 - Journey of Genetics Part 4: The Process of Sorting & Freezing with Axel Rehder
In the fourth episode of our Journey of Genetics series, Axel Rehder joins us to walk through what happens after semen is collected from mature bulls. From initial evaluations to the precision of the sorting process, and ultimately to freezing and packaging, every step is guided by science and carried out with meticulous care. The result is a high-quality product designed to deliver reliable, impactful performance when it reaches your farm.
Duration:
00 hours, 23 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-27
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STtalks #375 - O impacto do Farmfit® na Granja Bombassaro com a família Bombassaro e Jean Carlos Eidt
Em uma conversa descontraída, em família e com experiências reais, a família Bombassaro, da Granja Bombassaro (SC), compartilha sua experiência com o Farmfit®, tecnologia de monitoramento de saúde animal da STgenetics. Participam Dona Iraci, Josi, Diogo e Plínio, além de Jean Carlos Eidt, responsável pelo projeto. Eles trazem diferentes visões sobre o uso da ferramenta, mas com um ponto em comum: resultados concretos em eficiência, agilidade e tomada de decisão baseada em dados.
Duration:
00 hours, 21 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-25
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STtalks #374 - Cytonome®-ST: Innovation Without Limits - From Agriculture to Human Health with John Sharpe
In this STtalks we learn about the critical contributions made by Cytonome®-ST to achieve a major milestone in regenerative medicine by getting the approval for an iPSC-derived Parkinson’s cell therapy developed by Sumitomo Pharma and RACK-THERA in Japan. John Sharpe, Cytonome®-ST COO, explains Cytonome®-ST’s biotechnology engineering focus on measuring and isolating cells, its evolution from Genesis platforms, and how global reliability is maintained through consistency and quality control, along with connected monitoring systems. He emphasizes the importance of single-cell selection, high-throughput performance, and why precise selection is critical in regenerative medicine because “the cells are the drug.”
Duration:
00 hours, 32 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-24
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STtalks #373 - Journey of Genetics Part 3: Mature Bull Management with Roger Breunig
In the third episode of our Journey of Genetics Series, Roger Breunig joins us to explain how the care and management of mature sires at the Fond du Lac facility directly impacts semen quality and long-term productivity. He details key management pillars, including single housing, age-based nutrition targets, body condition and weight monitoring, hoof-trimming protocols, and minimizing stress to protect libido and soundness. We discuss balancing market demand with bull longevity, optimal productive ages, and the lab check-in process immediately after collection, before sorting and freezing.
Duration:
00 hours, 29 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-20
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STtalks #372 - Journey of Genetics Part 2: Young Bull Management with Dakota Cable & Cole Endres
In the second episode of our Journey of Genetics series, Dakota Cable and Cole Endres take us behind the scenes of how young sires are cared for and developed from the moment they arrive on the farm. From early transitions to key growth stages, they share how consistency in care, routines, and environment plays a critical role in setting these bulls up for long-term success. You’ll hear how their team closely monitors health, tracks growth, and makes strategic management decisions that influence future performance. Plus, they walk us through how these young sires are prepared for the next step—entering a production facility.
Duration:
00 hours, 25 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-17
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STtalks #371 - Journey of Genetics Part 1: Bull Creation & Acquisition with Dan Carroll
We are kicking off a new series, the Journey of Genetics! In this series, we will be taking you behind the scenes of the genetics you use on your farm — walking step-by-step through how bulls are created, developed, collected, processed, packaged, allocated, and ultimately how their genetics go on to impact your herd. In the first episode, we have Dan Carroll with us to break down how STgenetics® creates and acquires the Holstein sires who are put out to our global markets. Dan covers mating strategies and the importance of diversity, along with proven cow families. He also outlines how weekly genomic results drive early ranking and acquisition decisions, how the Legend™ program supports internal bull creation, and the importance of early-life health and management.
Duration:
00 hours, 15 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-13
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STtalks #370 - Women Building the Future of Agriculture
On this special International Women’s Day episode, we celebrate the women who have shaped agriculture from its earliest beginnings to the cutting-edge innovations of today. From shaping the earliest cultivation techniques to leading farms, laboratories, and global research programs, women have always been at the heart of feeding the world. Join us as we recognize the impact, leadership, and future of women in agriculture — and the generations they are inspiring along the way.
Duration:
00 hours, 03 mins
Release Date:
2026-03-08
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STtalks #369 - Make Every Breeding Count: Market Outlook and Gender-Sorted Semen in Beef with Aaron Arnett, Zach Clodfelter & Dr. Carl Dahlen
As the U.S. beef herd continues to decline, we visit with STgenetics® Beef managers, Aaron Arnett and Zach Clodfelter along with Dr. Carl Dahlen of North Dakota State University to learn about the state of the current market. They discuss how the industry is adapting to tighter cattle supplies by increasing carcass weights, supported by genetic improvement and sustained demand for high-quality beef. The group then dives into the balance of managing record high prices with long-term herd sustainability and where adoption of Artificial Insemination plans and gender-sorted semen technology can fall into place to improve profitability, replacement strategies and herd rebuilding.
Duration:
00 hours, 33 mins
Release Date:
2026-02-28
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STtalks #368 - The Sustainability Equation: Feed Efficiency Meets Climate Impact with Jocelyn Johnson
STgenetics® recently had a study published in the Journal of Dairy Science with the University of California Davis titled “Improving Feed Efficiency With the EcoFeed® Index, reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Dairy Cattle.” Jocelyn Johnson joins us to explain the process behind this study, diving into the multi-year path of building a reference population and publishing/validating genomic evaluations for heifers and cows to demonstrating reduced feed intake without sacrificing productivity and confirming methane benefits. The incredible results from this study indicate a 1 SD EcoFeed® improvement was associated with about $200 in lifetime feed cost savings and just under one ton of reduced carbon per cow. Jocelyn takes these results further and explains how her team is helping producers communicate this message and so much more!
Duration:
00 hours, 15 mins
Release Date:
2026-02-24
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STtalks #367 - When Accuracy is Key: Ultraplus High Purity™ with Ben Voelz and Casey Anderson
Ben Voelz and Casey Anderson join us to discuss the advantages and opportunities STgenetics® Ultraplus High Purity™ gender-sorted semen is providing on the farm. Together they outline how High Purity™ helps producers achieve intended breeding decisions. With an economic analysis estimating a $15-$16 value advantage per straw when moving from ~90–92% purity to ~97% purity, Ben and Casey reinforce the role of High Purity™ in modern breeding programs throughout this STtalks!
Duration:
00 hours, 10 mins
Release Date:
2026-02-21
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STtalks #366 - Sustentabilidade Premiada: Eco$ na Agropecuária Régia com Marcos Epp e Francine Campagnari
Conversamos com Marcos Epp, da Agropecuária Régia, vencedor do prêmio Global Leader Eco$ da STgenetics, que reconhece, entre concorrentes do mundo todo, clientes com excelência em características genéticas relevantes. Também participa Francine Campagnari, Gerente de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento da STgenetics, destacando a importância do Eco$ e do EcoFeed® para a eficiência e a sustentabilidade das fazendas brasileiras.00:00 Boas-vindas ao ST Talks00:30 Sustentabilidade na pecuária leiteira e o que é o índice Eco$01:21 Como nasceu a premiação Eco$03:30 Marcos Epp: decisões de longo prazo em genética e eficiência na fazenda04:57 Ferramentas STgenetics para eficiência alimentar e menor impacto ambiental06:02 Eficiência genética na prática: impactos no negócio hoje e no futuro07:16 Realidades do Brasil: microambientes, raças e o exemplo da Agropecuária Régia07:52 Encerramento: significado do prêmio, recado aos produtores e onde ouvir mais
Duration:
00 hours, 09 mins
Release Date:
2026-02-19
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STtalks #365 - 22 New Sires. Zero Compromise: Review of the February 2026 Mid-Round Release with Logan Voigts & Alan Kruse
STgenetics has a group of 22 new Holstein bulls just released to the market! Out of this impressive group, 15 are Legend™ sires, three are Polled, seven are over +200 CFP, seven are over +4.0 for Productive Life, and five are over +1.00 for Udder Composite. Diverse and elite traits, profitable, productive, and exciting sire stacks and maternal lines, a discussion you don’t want to miss!00:00 Introduction & February 2026 Mid-Round Release00:45 Top GTPI Spotlight: JAMESTOWN 02:06 High-End Standouts: RETROSPECT & MOTLEY 04:01 Specialist Profiles: JURIST, MANHUNT & JURISPRUDENT06:46 Net Merit Leaders: JOULE, UNION & KICKBOX08:12 ENDURANCE Influence: JAYWALK & PURDY 09:38 Beyond Legend™: LAUGHTER, POLAR, YADICAL & KILOWATT11:52 Polled Legend™ Lineup: OPULENT P, ADANTE & INGRAM PP14:42 Final Trio Breakdown: JAMPACKED, MOJITO & JESTER16:24 Conclusions & Resources
Duration:
00 hours, 19 mins
Release Date:
2026-02-17