Sustaining The Herd

Sustaining the Herd is a resource for all things related to sustainability in animal agriculture. We hope to deliver value to listeners by interviewing industry leaders as well as producers involved in sustainability projects. Every two weeks, we'll give a practical perspective on new technologies as well as new rules and regulations affecting the adoption of sustainability-related technologies such as anaerobic digestion and the production of renewable energy.

Sustaining The Herd is a business podcast hosted by Andrew Wedel & Brock Vetick, with 59 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Andrew Wedel & Brock Vetick hosts Sustaining The Herd, a business show with 59 episodes published.

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  Episode #57

  Achieving a High-Performing Anaerobic Digester through Monitoring and Testing

  Jul 29, 202638 minS3

  As the saying goes, if you don’t monitor it, you don’t manage it. This is surely the case with anaerobic digesters. Jenny Pronto of BioProcess Analytics is an expert when it comes to AD biology and biochemical processes. From biomethane potential to digestate, Jenny breaks down the anaerobic digestion process, talks about testing and monitoring, and shares some sage advice for developers and operators alike. Tune in for the full insight-packed conversation in Episode 57 of Sustaining The Herd!

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  Episode #56

  Empowering the Next Generation of Agricultural Producers

  Jul 15, 202636 minS3

  What's the outlook for young and aspiring agricultural producers today? This is a loaded question, so Andrew and Brock brought in some high-powered guests to come up with an answer. Back by popular demand, Nick Maaske makes his third appearance on Sustaining The Herd! Nick is joined in the studio by his colleague Caleb Dickes. Nick and Caleb are members of the team at Settje Agri-Services and Engineering, where they focus on livestock facility permitting, compliance, and nutrient management. Caleb also farms and sells crop seed. Join us as we dig into the challenges faced by young producers today, and how opportunity can be found even when the odds are tough. Check out Episode 56 of Sustaining The Herd for the full conversation!

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  Episode #55

  Sustainable Operations Across Generations

  Jul 1, 202639 minS3

  Who will take over the family farm when Grandpa retires? How much land or money will each family member receive? Will everyone still get along and want to see each other on holidays? Andrew and Brock set out to tackle these questions and many more as they sit down in the studio with Jimmy Hagge of Hutchinson & Associates. Jimmy works every day with agricultural producers to build and execute a plan to pass on a legacy when they eventually step away from their operations. Tune in to hear all about estate planning, succession planning, and the "why" behind it all in Episode 55 of Sustaining The Herd.

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  Episode #54

  The Evolution of Sustainability

  Jun 17, 202638 minS3

  What is sustainability in the agriculture industry? Does it have the same meaning today as it did five years ago? Join Andrew and Brock as they work to tackle these questions and more when it comes to what sustainability really means in agriculture. They cover some ground as they talk about the three-legged stool of sustainability, the beef and dairy industries, and technology/automation. Get ready to think big and tune in for this insight-filled episode of Sustaining The Herd!

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  Episode #53

  Summer Roundup

  Jun 3, 202615 minS3

  <p>Spring has been busy and summer is gearing up to be no different. Andrew and Brock have been "on the trail" with business travel and working diligently on projects. Join Brock as he shares what he and Andrew have been up to lately, in addition to taking a look back at recent episodes. Don't worry, guests will be back soon! Tune in for this "summer roundup" edition of Sustaining The Herd!</p>

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