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EPISODE · Nov 7, 2025 · 18 MIN

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

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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 Welcome00:38 Farm Overview and Management02:09 Reproductive Success and Awards02:53 Reproductive Program Details08:35 Genetic Program and Goals10:02 Genomic Testing and Its Benefits13:30 Chromosomal Mating® Program16:37 Future Goals and Conclusion

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 Welcome00:38 Farm Overview and Management02:09 Reproductive Success and Awards02:53 Reproductive Program Details08:35 Genetic Program and Goals10:02 Genomic Testing and Its Benefits13:30 Chromosomal Mating® Program16:37 Future Goals and Conclusion

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