STtalks #349 - Reproductive Success at Rock Bottom Dairy with Micah Bakker, Joel Van Veldhuizen and Eric Zwiefelhofer

In this STtalks, Micah Bakker and Joel Van Veldhuizen from Rock Bottom Dairy in Iowa, and Eric Zwiefelhofer with STgenetics join us to discuss their reproductive and genetic successes. They delve into the farm's reproductive programs, including their synchronization protocols, and discuss how STgenetics programs like Vision+75™ and Chromosomal Mating® aid in herd management and achieving the dairy's genetic goals. Discover how these practices have contributed to Rock Bottom Dairy's accolades.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:38 Farm Overview and Management

02:09 Reproductive Success and Awards

02:53 Reproductive Program Details

08:35 Genetic Program and Goals

10:02 Genomic Testing and Its Benefits

13:30 Chromosomal Mating® Program

16:37 Future Goals and Conclusion