How much does it cost? What does it do? Will I be satisfied with this investment decision? You might find yourself asking questions like these when evaluating a new technology, product, or innovation to potentially adopt on your farm. Join Andrew and Brock as they discuss some common considerations to address when evaluating technologies. A primary consideration? Whether a technology or innovation is new to you or new to the industry - because they come with different levels of risk. Even more, it's important to have the right team in place to make an informed decision you can live with no matter the outcome. Whether you're thinking about adopting anaerobic digestion or a new crop input, there's something for you in this episode. Tune in to Episode 45 of Sustaining The Herd for the full insight-filled conversation!

Crepuscular: appearing or active in twilight. How can dairy producers benefit by understanding the crepuscular behavior of cows? Ask Dr. Gordie Jones. From veterinarian in private practice to dairy farmer to acclaimed international dairy consultant, Gordie has seen a lot throughout his 50 year career in the dairy industry—from his earliest days solving milk quality issues related to hand milking to the design of facilities capable of milking thousands of cows per hour. Gordie and Andrew talk about his role in the evolution of the cow comfort movement, which is now part of every dairy producer’s vernacular. Listen in and Gordie wears his dairy farmer and veterinarian hats and talks about some of the most basic things that can be done to increase milk production and overall herd health.

Season 3 is just getting started, and we're already on a roll...roller compacted concrete, that is! Join Andrew and Brock as they sit down with a guest who's back by popular demand (and because he has a lot of great knowledge to share). Zach Settje, Chief Operating Officer of Settje Agri-Services and Engineering, joins The Herd to share all about roller compacted concrete, also known as RCC. Zach walks us through the basics of RCC, talks about design considerations, shares about the construction process, and finally looks ahead at how RCC is paving the way for opportunities in beef cattle production. Grab your hard hat and hi-vis vest as you tune in for a great conversation in Episode 43 of Sustaining The Herd!