Best Select Sires Podcasts (2025)

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Milking Speed Trait Coming August 2025 14:32

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In this episode of The Select Sires Podcast, host Ethan Haywood is joined by Asha Miles, director of dairy records management systems and chair of the milking speed evaluation task force for the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding (CDCB). Asha gives us an inside look at the development of the new milking speed genetic trait set to launch during the Au…

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Hot Weather, Cool Cows: The Future of Slick Gene Holsteins 12:17

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In this episode of The Select Sires Podcast, host Ethan Haywood chats with Mark Kerndt, Aggressive Reproductive Technologies (ART) program manager, to explore the powerful potential of the Slick gene in Holstein cattle. Learn how this naturally occurring genetic trait improves heat tolerance, reproduction, and productivity, especially in hot, humid…

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Showcase™ sires from your favorite cow families and a red-hot Red & White update from Kevin Jorgensen 11:29

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Holstein Sire Analyst Kevin Jorgensen updates listeners on the Showcase™ and Red & White sire lineups following the April 2025 sire summaries. He discusses the impact of the Showcase program and the importance of maternal lines. In the second half of the episode, learn which Red & White sire is the No. 1 GTPI® young sire in the breed.…

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SMS Combines People and Technology to Achieve Unique Herd Goals 19:34

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For over 50 years, dedicated Select Mating Service® (SMS) consultants have used research, computerized analysis and cow knowledge to build better herds around the world. In this episode, Brian Coyne takes a deep dive into the innovative technology backing the program and the people leveraging the tools. SMS is intuitive and built to work for dairie…

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Jersey Sire Update from Herby and Marc: Talking JPI™, daughter fertility, sexed fertility, health and more 17:35

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Herby Lutz, jersey development manager, and Marc Bolen, dairy sire marketing coordinator, discuss some of the top ranking young sires of the Jersey breed from the April 2025 sire summaries. Listen as they highlight high-interest (GForce™) sires and give a preview of new and exciting sires that will be added to the lineup in coming months.…

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From Managing the Dairy Remotely to Proactive Cow Health Decisions, here's how Greta Snider Halahan Leverages Technology 34:51

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Greta Snider Halahan has a unique experience as the herdsman at Singing Brook Farms. Join Ethan Haywood as he and Greta talk about technology and communication protocols that help connect her team and make important genetic decisions on the farm. With Greta working remotely, she utilizes various apps to communicate with farm team members and has be…

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Holstein NxGEN® and GForce™ Sires Create the Genetic Leaders of Tomorrow 24:29

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Holstein Sire Analysts Kevin Jorgensen and Rick VerBeek talk standout Holstein young sires from the April 2025 sire summaries, highlighting health traits, calf wellness specialists and pedigrees. Check back in for future episodes of The Select Sires Podcast that dive deep into other lineups including Jerseys and how to leverage these elite genetics…

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New Graduates Lead Indexes, Boost Mastitis Resistance and Top Red & White Charts 18:33

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Select Sires graduated 11 Holstein and five Jersey sires to the daughter-proven lineups following the April sire summary. Holstein Sire Analysts Kevin Jorgensen and Rick VerBeek recap the Holstein graduates. Tune in as they talk about health traits, critical calf wellness traits, pedigrees and chart-topping Red & White sires. Herby Lutz, Jersey Dev…

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Evaluate Your Cattle’s Performance with GeneNet® 19:09

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Learn from Mark Johnson, director of beef and dairy supply chains for Low Carbon Technologies, as he discusses GeneNet and the basics of beef grid marketing. Ethan and Mark explore the sustainability branch of Select Sires during their conversation and discuss the benefits GeneNet has to offer producers.…

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Base Change: April 2025 19:54

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Join host Ethan Haywood and Chuck Sattler, vice president and manager of genetic programs at Select Sires Inc., as they discuss the changes happening with the base change in April 2025. Learn which traits will be affected and how to continue selecting sires.By Select Sires

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Breeding for Mastitis Resistance 21:19

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Tune in to this episode where host Ethan Haywood chats with Matt Hendel, owner of Hendel Farms, and Kevin Jorgensen, senior Holstein sire analyst for Select Sires Inc., about mastitis resistance. Learn about the importance of focusing on mastitis resistance in your breeding program and which bulls could help lower your somatic cell count.…

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Exploring Inventory Management Tools: Emily Middleton Discusses the Optimal Genetic Pathways Calculator 18:10

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Tune in as host Ethan Haywood talks with Emily Middleton, regional consulting manager at CentralStar Cooperative, about the intuitive features built into the Optimal Genetic Pathways (OGP) Calculator. Learn how this calculator provides genetic data individualized to each farm and how it helps with managing heifer inventories.…

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Navigating Tight Heifer Inventories 29:51

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Tune into this episode to hear from Lyle Kruse, retired vice president of U.S. market development for Select Sires, Inc., about the importance of managing your replacement heifers. Learn about the challenges facing heifer management and how this impacts the future of the dairy industry.By Select Sires

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Leveraging Genetic Tools to Prevent Lameness in Dairy Herds 19:01

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Join our host Ethan Haywood as he discusses Zoetis Lameness evaluations with Mike Larson, Owner of Larson Acres and Brain Kelroy dairy production specialist at Zoetis. Tune in as they examine the methods used to assess and manage lameness in dairy herds and explore how data from these evaluations is being applied on progressive dairies to enhance h…

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December 2024 Sire Summaries Recap 19:53

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Tune into this episode to hear a recap of the December 2024 Sire Summaries. Join some of our Holstein and Jersey experts as they recap the new trait and index leaders, and include updates regarding bull dams, cow families and insights from their travels.By Select Sires

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Developing a Polled Genetic Strategy 25:01

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Greg Andersen of WinStar Genetics joins Jordan Siemers, Holstein sire analyst, to talk about a Polled genetic strategy. Andersen shares his vision for the future of Polled genetics and how he's making slight adjustments to his management to add the Polled gene to his herd. Siemers compares today's Polled sires to their non-Polled counterparts as he…

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Victory Farms LLC Leverages Calf Wellness Index™ 36:48

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Kevin Souza, a managing partner at Victory Farms LLC, and Brad Barham, southern regional sales manager for Premier Select Sires join Ethan Haywood to discuss the Calf Wellness Index™. Tune in to learn the importance of calf wellness at Victory Farms and how Brad’s sire selection helps Kevin meet his goals.…

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Insights into ProfitSOURCE with Lauren Kimble 35:53

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Lauren Kimble, manager of ProfitSOURCE® supply chains at Select Sires Inc., joins Ethan Haywood to explore the topic of ProfitSOURCE. In this discussion, they cover key aspects including market flexibility, traceability of ProfitSOURCE calves, and the introduction of new ProfitSOURCE Semen Packs. Tune in where you listen to your podcasts to learn m…

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The Golden Age with Showcase 31:19

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This year's World Dairy Expo truly defined the Golden Age of the dairy industry. Tune into Part 1 as Kevin Jorgensen, senior Holstein sire analyst, joins Ethan Haywood to recap show results from the 2024 World Dairy Expo. They talk about banner-winning pedigrees, the importance of maternal lines, Showcase sires and future opportunities for success …

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The Golden Age with Showbox Sires 27:01

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Tim Abbott, co-owner of Showbox Sires, joins Ethan Haywood in Part 2 of the World Dairy Expo recap episodes. Bull dams and sisters of Showbox Sires’ genetics hit the colored shavings and took home awards during the 2024 World Dairy Expo. Tim talks about new additions to the Showbox lineup as well as the continued success of their partnership with S…

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Recognizing National Farm Safety Week 37:07

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Ashton King from Michigan Farm Bureau Insurance emphasizes the importance of farm safety and how being proactive can influence insurance claims. Join Host Ethan Haywood as he engages Ashton in a discussion to establish safety protocols with farm employees. In the second segment, Melissa Nelson of Hungry Canyon will join Ethan to share how she advoc…

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Lew-Max LLC Leverages HHP$® 17:52

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Ethan Haywood, host of The Select Sires Podcast and genetic specialist at Select Sires Inc, talks with Michigan dairy, Lew-Max LLC, about herd goals, longevity and the Herd Health Profit Dollars® (HHP$®) index. In this episode, Ethan is joined by Aaron Gasper, owner of Lew-Max LLC, and Malissa Reed, genetic consultant at CentralStar Cooperative, as…

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Ep. 14: The George Miller Scholarship 34:48

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The George Miller Scholarship is a new initiative by Select Sires to pay tribute to a man who advanced the dairy industry by leaps and bounds in his lifetime, and called Select Sires home along the way. George Miller passed away in early 2021 at the age of 94, but his legacy lives on in the hearts of those who knew him. Jeff Ziegler, vice president…

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Ep. 13: Lameness Traits - Underused and Underestimated 21:49

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Select Sires Inc. Vice President of Genetic Programs Chuck Sattler joins hosts Leslie Maurice and Joel Penhorwood to discuss the complex topic of lameness in dairy cattle. While management plays a major role, more and more opportunities to make an impact on lameness are being made available through genetics. In this podcast, Chuck explains why atte…

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Ep. 12: Farmer-Owners Connecting With Consumers During June Dairy Month 25:45

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Allison Ryan of MVP Dairy discusses her unique perspective as she helps educate consumers on production dairy through their Dairy Learning Center. Hosts Leslie Maurice and Joel Penhorwood talk with her about the growing gap between producer and consumer, how dairy farmers are meeting those conversations, and also how the hot topic of sustainability…

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Ep. 11: Bovine Genetics - Bridging Borders and Feeding the World 30:32

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We talk the global reach of Select Sires and get insight on the impact of genetics and cattle around the world with Rebekah Mast, genetic director of World Wide Sires, and Joel Mergler, director of global talent development for Select Sires Inc. Their experience highlights the different genetic needs from country to country, the quest to educate an…

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Ep. 10: Elite Genetics Key In Great Management At Red Top Jerseys 41:26

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Join Select Sires’ Leslie Maurice and Herby Lutz as they talk with Chris Terra, manager of Red Top Jerseys, a 5,700-cow dairy in California. Chris explains how genetics have played a constant role in the herd’s growth and profit strategy. He covers management mindset and decisions, the evolution of genetic selection and trait emphasis, their recent…

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Ep. 9: Beef Embryos As A New Strategy For Dairy Farmers 39:49

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In this episode, listen as Chris Sigurdson and Brandon Thesing explore new strategies and diversification options. They provide an overview of Simplot SimVitro’s HerdFlex beef embryos and share about market advantages of straight-bred beef calves. From conception rates to feed conversion and considerations for technician service, Chris and Brandon …

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Ep. 8: Taking Aim At Genetic Investment 26:12

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Listen firsthand as Arizona Dairy Company’s Justin Stewart talks about the herd’s genetic evolution and what metrics pushed them to emphasize sire selection. He also provides an overview of their genomic testing and IVF programs as well as their involvement in NxGEN®. Lyle Kruse, vice president of U.S. market development for Select Sires Inc., guid…

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Ep. 7: Equip Her with Profitable Genetics 24:46

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How do dairy producers make sure they are focusing on the right traits and indexes to achieve healthier, longer-living cows? In this throwback to our Q&A series, host Dr. Bo Harstine, director of research at Select Sires Inc., is joined by Chuck Sattler, vice president of genetic programs, and Dr. Dan Weigel, director of outcomes research at Zoetis…

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Ep. 6: Behind the Scenes of Sire Care 44:33

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At Select Sires, we pride ourselves not only on the elite genetics offered by our sires, but the elite care bulls receive throughout their lives. From calf wellness to production quality to veterinary health, we talk about all facets of sire care in this roundtable discussion with those behind the scenes at Select Sires facilities. Hosts Leslie Mau…

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Ep. 5: Make Longevity Your Legacy 14:28

3+ y ago14:28

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The benefits of breeding for the healthier, longer-living dairy cow is difficult to argue from an individual cow perspective, but how does it help the dairy farm as a whole? In this podcast, we discuss how this focus on longevity can impact your legacy, with a conversation on its real-world influence at Mystic Valley Dairy in Wisconsin. The dairy's…

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Ep. 4: A Conversation With Large-Herd Technicians 38:19

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Here at Select Sires, we believe it’s people who are truly the cornerstone of success, and the Select Sires federation is made up of a large force of professional technicians providing service and expertise to achieve reproductive success every single day. They are the boots on the ground, and in this episode, we’ll be hearing from two large-herd t…

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Ep. 3: Supply Chain Power For Beef x Dairy 30:51

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Tune in as we take an in-depth look at the world of beef x dairy and Select Sires' tailored options that can help gain more profitability through a refined replacement heifer strategy. Dr. Larry Corah, professor emeritus at Kansas State University and beef supply chain consultant with Select Sires Inc., details the state of today's beef x dairy phe…

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Ep. 2: More Profit Through More Lactations 19:08

3+ y ago19:08

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In this second episode of the new Select Sires Podcast, we continue the discussion of longevity on the dairy farm, specifically looking at how profitability through more lactations plays into the equation. Dr. Bo Harstine, director of research here at Select Sires Inc., helps to moderate the discussion between Julie Ainsworth, reproductive speciali…

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The Select Sires Podcast | Ep. 1 | Make Longevity Her Legacy 32:19

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In this first episode of the new Select Sires Podcast, we're exploring the topic of longevity on the dairy farm - what it means, how genetics play a role now and into the future and much more. Guests Mark Kerndt and Rick VerBeek join host Joel Penhorwood as they discuss the big picture, as well as actionable tips on breeding for the healthier, long…