Dairy Moosings

They did what to your milk

Wed, 18 May 2016 19:48:15 +0000

Stan and Phil discuss the process milk goes through from Farm to Store.

Anatomy of a Successful Farm Employee Meeting

Fri, 04 Mar 2016 21:36:22 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the importance of quality farm meetings and how they can help move employees and the farm forward toward continued success.

Are you being fair with all of your employees

Wed, 27 Jan 2016 21:08:19 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss the importance of fairness with employees, both perceived and real, and how it can impact employee recruitment and retention on your farm.

China's Dairy Industry

Fri, 15 Jan 2016 19:33:10 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss Phil's recent trip to China to speak at a dairy conference, and what he learned about China's Dairy Industry.

What do your employees say the like:dislike the most about working on your farm

Thu, 07 Jan 2016 18:19:40 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss results that their research shows about employees' likes:dislikes about working for their farm employers. This information can be used to make management improvements and can also help managers recruit good fits for their farm.

Pre Milking Prep

Mon, 28 Dec 2015 20:46:08 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore talk about the importance of a good Pre Milking Prep procedure on your dairy farm.

Parlor Practices for Successful Management of Mastitis

Tue, 15 Jul 2014 15:49:07 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore talk about the principles and practices that provide successful mastitis management in the parlor.

Treating Metritis

Tue, 08 Jul 2014 20:09:27 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss when treatment is warranted for Metritis in Dairy Cows.

Preventing Metritis

Mon, 30 Jun 2014 13:01:14 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the importance of preventing Metritis and how producers can lesson the impact on their cows and their farm.

Detecting Problem Cows Early

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 13:36:15 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the importance of finding those ADR (Ain't Doin Right) Cows ealry.

Why so much Metritis?

Fri, 20 Jun 2014 16:09:33 +0000

Phil and Stan discuss metritis on dairy farms (part 1 of 4)

Just because you said it doesn't mean they got it!

Fri, 06 Jun 2014 15:24:44 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss the importance of good communication and reinforcing that communication on a regular basis.

Integrity in Farm Business

Mon, 02 Jun 2014 18:53:12 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the importance of integrity in your farm business. Integrity is important in every aspect of your life, and your farm is no exception.

How are you using incentives on your farm?

Fri, 23 May 2014 16:51:57 +0000

Phil and Stan discuss what makes a good incentive program on dairy farms and how to avoid some common pitfalls.

Maintaining Margins

Thu, 15 May 2014 15:51:20 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore talk about the importance of Maintaining Margins, expecially in the critical areas on our farm and in our farm management.

Turning over a New Leaf

Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:05:16 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss the value of farm business succession while the leaf is still green.

Moving Employees from Information to Inovation

Wed, 05 Feb 2014 23:29:24 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss the importance of modeling the behavior or task that we want our employees to perform successfully.

Do you have a valid VCPR?

Mon, 20 Jan 2014 19:20:29 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore talk about the necessity for farms to have a Valid Veterinary Client Patient Relationship (VCPR). Having a good VCPR can help establish good drug use policies and avoid antibiotic residues.

Getting Off The Farm

Mon, 13 Jan 2014 20:11:42 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst talk about the importance of getting off your farm in order to learn new things, improve your farm practices and continue to move from a good farm, to a great farm!

New Year New Feed

Mon, 06 Jan 2014 16:03:35 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the importance of having extra corn silage for proper fermintation time to maximize its quality.

What if we could see germs?

Mon, 30 Dec 2013 16:00:15 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss germs on farms, biosecurity, and how to improve herd health on your farm

What tone are you setting for your farm?

Mon, 23 Dec 2013 14:01:43 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss the importance of setting a good tone for your farm. Management's attitude and how they relate to employees can make a real difference in productivity on the farm.

Questions Veterinarians wish You would ask Them

Tue, 10 Dec 2013 15:00:37 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss "Questions Veterianarians wish You would ask Them" and "Questions they would like to ask you" based on a survey of some Michigan Veterinarians.

Issues standing in the way of cow comfort

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 14:31:09 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore cover six of the possible issues standing in the way of cow comfort on your farm.

Safety Awareness for Your Agricultural Employees Part 3 of 3

Thu, 21 Nov 2013 18:54:38 +0000

Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss concepts learned at the Michigan Safety Conference, delivered by Don Wilson of Safe Start. This episode talks about what you can do to improve your personal safety both on and off the farm.

Are You Goal Driven?

Mon, 18 Nov 2013 14:50:56 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore talk about the benefits gained when management creates a goal driven environment on the farm.

Safety Awareness for your Agricultural Employees Part 2 of 3

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 16:12:57 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore share four of the Critical Errors that can occur when we allow ourselves to be in a dangerous state of mind.

Treating Hypocalcemia Routinely?

Mon, 01 Jul 2013 13:23:00 +0000

Phil Dust and Stan Moore discuss an educational session that they attended this year at the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference. The session featured Dr. Garrett Oetzel from the Univesity of Wisconsin and covered treatment of hypocalcemia, includinging a discussion on treating hypocalcemia routinely.

Milk Fever even if you don't see it

Fri, 21 Jun 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss Milk Fever including subclinical Hypocalcemia. The incidence rates on farms is much higher than many producers realize, and the cost to dairy farmers can be substantial.

Keys for Transition Cow Success

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:34:56 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the Keys for Transition Cow Success.

Safety Awareness for Your Agricultural Employees - Part 1 of 3

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:05:54 +0000

In this part 1 of 3 podcast on Safety Awareness, Stan Moore and Phil Durst discuss some of the concepts covered by Don Wilson of SafeStart covered at the 2013 Michigan Safety Conference held in Grand Rapids Michigan.

Raw Milk with Dr. John Partridge of MSU

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:15:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss Pasteurization and Raw Milk.

Agriculture's Aging Workforce Presents Personal Safety Concerns

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:25:58 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the safety concerns presented by agricultures aging workforce and how to reduce some of the hazards.

Why did that cow die?

Tue, 14 May 2013 20:02:48 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss on-farm cow deaths and how producers can improve tracking these deaths and improve management to reduce deaths on farm.

Can Herd Somatic Cell Count be Too Low

Wed, 08 May 2013 20:00:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the impacts of SCC on milk production and cow health.

The Making of Cottage Cheese

Wed, 08 May 2013 19:38:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore interview Dr. John Partridge, Associate Professor at Michigan State University on how Cottage Cheese is made.

Taking Cover, Cover Crops for Dairy Farms

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 15:07:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss recent cover crop research and use on area dairy farms.

Spotted Knapweed in Dairy Pastures and Hay Fields

Tue, 26 Jun 2012 14:48:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss an invasive weed that is negatively affecting both quality and quantity of our pastures and hayfields.

Morrill Act of 1862 - Happy Birthday

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 20:15:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the 150th anniversary of the Morrill Acto of 1862.

Dairying as Baseball

Thu, 17 May 2012 13:02:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss how dairying can learn some lessons from baseball.

Double Dipping Teats

Wed, 16 May 2012 20:33:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss how some dairy producers are using a second pre-dip and achieving positive results in lowering Somatic Cell Counts

What kind of milk should I buy for my kids and me?

Wed, 16 May 2012 19:24:37 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss how new research has brought into question the advice that higher fat in whole milk is detrimental to your health, and it may even reduce some health risk!

The Company You Keep

Wed, 02 May 2012 18:30:47 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss how it is natural to be influenced by the people around you, so if you want greater business success, surround yourself with progressive and successful producers and professionals.

After the Workshop is Over

Wed, 02 May 2012 15:51:19 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss how building on what we learn is only possible if employer and employees together talk about what was learned.

Personnel Records Management - Part 2 Getting the Best Management Bang for the Buck

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:18:00 +0000

Getting the Best Management “Bang for the Buck” out of our Personnel Records system

In part 1 of this article Phil and Stan covered some of the legal requirements of personnel record keeping. Covering legal requirements is obviously very important, but personnel records can also be a critical management tool.

Personenel Records: Part 1 - A Management Tool and a Legal Requirement

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:58:00 +0000

Any farm that employs individuals is also required to keep certain personnel records. In this two part series Phil and Stan will cover the legal requirements and also how to improve the usefulness of the files for employee management.

Chocolate Milk - Too much sugar, or health drink of the future

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:58:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore discuss the chocolate milk controversy and implications on nutrition in children.

100,000, the new 200,000!

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:23:00 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore talk about 100,000 SCC being a good and achievable goal for Dairy Farms.

Skin in the Game

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:17:19 +0000

Phil Durst and Stan Moore cover how Employee ownership of farm assets is one way to involve employees and give them a stake in the business.

Growing Dairies are Healthy Dairies in More Ways than just Financially

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Phil and Stan discuss a recent trip to Willow Bend farm in Western NY and discovered that growing dairies have some real advantages when it comes to employees.