Regenerative farming with Meadowbrook Dairy Inc. in Minnesota

Details matter and our guest doesn’t miss a beat sharing insight on the challenges and successes with regenerative farming practices. Dairy Stream host, Joanna Guza, and guest Alex Udermann of Meadowbrook Dairy Inc. discuss the following topics:  Meadowbrook Dairy’s start in regenerative farming Go-to cover crops Making educated decisions Soil health mentorship Most impactful equipment for regenerative practices Precision nutrient management practices What consumers are asking Conservation goals Improving animal health from in-field conservation efforts Perspective on feed additives What’s next for regenerative farming About the guest Alex Udermann is a fifth-generation dairy, beef, and row crop farmer who operates alongside his parents, John and MaryLou, his wife Kirsten, and his brother Jake and sister-in-law Sam. Their farm focuses on regenerative practices including no-till, cover crops, and responsible nutrient and manure management. They also provide custom no-till planting, cover crop seeding, custom manure hauling, and direct-to-consumer beef sales. Alex serves as an active member and mentor with the MN Soil Health Coalition, helping educate farmers and communities on soil health practices    Resources: Meadowbrook Farm website Follow Meadowbrook Dairy on Facebook. UM-Extension article on the Udermann family MN Soil Health Coalition website Learn more about the Voice of Milk. Compeer Financial is proud partner of Dairy Stream.  Learn more about Dairy Stream sponsorship. This podcast is produced by the Voice of Milk, a collaboration of individual dairy organizations working to improve the future of dairy farm families. Become a sponsor, share an idea or feedback by emailing [email protected].