The SeconDairy Podcast

Mitch Henry is a hoof trimmer from Dover, Ohio. Working in and around the dairy industry, Mitch eventually found his area of interest and started to trim hooves. After schooling and an apprenticeship, Mitch started Henry Hoof Care and has been concentrating on bovine podiatry since 2013.

Tristan Swartz is a dairy farmer from Gilman, Wisconsin who has became an internet sensation and advocate for the agricultural industry. Originally from Missouri, Tristan moved to the Northwoods of Wisconsin to fulfill his dream to own and operate a farm. Along the way, he has learned and continued to learn through the school of hard knocks on what works for his operation. Check Tristan out on facebook at Doing It Wrong Dairy and at Tristan Swartz. The T County Round Up; The 15th Annual: Starts at 9:30 AM, Saturday March 28th. For entries and any inquires Contact Steve Cronebaugh at 330-243-6574. Look for The T County Round Up on Auction Zip.

Dave Hyde is back with major updates in the cattle industry. Steve Cronebaugh is in the co pilot seat! R-CALF: PO BOX 30715 Billings, MT 59107 Washington D.C. Capital Switchboard: 202-224-3121Dave's contact info: 740-381-2699; [email protected]

Monika Dziuba is an independent dairy veterinarian that works with farms in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Her work on farm focuses on milk quality and parlor efficiency evaluations, calf health and management, and in Spanish employee training. She is a 2023 graduate from Michigan State University and went to practice in the central valley of California before returning to her home state of Michigan and starting her own business, Dairy MD. With Dairy MD, Monika works with farms of all sizes to work as a part of the team where she works with the employees and performance over time to improve the productivity and profitability of farms. Monika's goal is to help dairies achieve their goals and improve daily operations in a way that each farm can customize with their wants and needs.Contact info: Dairy MD [email protected]; 734-771-2087

Sophia Cronebaugh is the second eldest of the 6th Generation of the Cronebaugh Family. She is finishing up her Freshman year at Tuscarawas Central Catholic School District. Striving to be a veterinarian, Sophia excels at academics at school while also participating in many sports such as track and field along with basketball. 4-H, shoot trap and helping out at the family businesses are also ways Sophia spends her time. Join in a great community benefit event on June 29th, 11:30 AM at the Tuscarawas County Fair grounds for the late great Reb Billman and Family. Come eat at the benefit spaghetti dinner, join in the live and silent auctions, raffle, 50/50 drawing and much more. All proceeds will go to Reb's medical bills and a scholarship in Reb Billman's honor.

Seth Gerber is the president, general manager and the 5th generation to run Gerber and Son, Inc. of Baltic, Ohio. After earning his business degree from Muskingum College in 2002, Seth joined Provia where he worked until 2011. Seth proudly took over the family business shortly after and has continued the great services to the farming community that his family has provided for generations. You can find Gerber and Sons on Facebook; gerberandsons.com. Contact Seth at [email protected]. Scott Specht from Episodes 116 and 119. Ohio Sleep Treatment, LLC

Doc Jim Honigford is a mixed animal practitioner, owner and partner from Sugarcreek Veterinary Clinic of Sugarcreek, Ohio. Dr. Honigford earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Sciences in 1986 from OSU and then went on to earn is DVM from THE Ohio State University Veterinary College in 1990. sugarcreekvet.com; facebook; Instagram; 330-852-2321Joel Honigford graduated from Garaway High School of Sugarcreek, Ohio in 2017 and then went on to play for the University of Michigan Wolverines football program through the 2022-2023 Season. Joel earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering while attending U of M. Since graduating, Joel has started a performance and life coaching business called Honigford Performance Strategies. honigfordps.com; Instagram, facebook.

David Hyde from Episode 74 is back for another episode, this time as President of R-Calf USA. David is on Facebook. Check out R-Calf USA at www.r-calfusa.com

Dave VanDonge is the Dover Campus Pastor of New Pointe Community Church. Growing up in Soldier, Kansas, Pastor Dave attended Jackson Heights High School and participated in many sports. Even at a young age Dave had a calling to serve God. After high school Dave attended Manhattan Christian College where he played basketball and earned his Bachelors Degree. HE went on to earn a MBA from Hope International University. After earing his degrees, Dave has been serving in the ministry ever since. You can find Pastor Dave on Facebook; [email protected]; 330-602-3044New Pointe Community Church can be found on Facebook, Instagram, X and You Tube. newpointe.orgDownload the mobile New Pointe App. Jesus replied: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind." Matthew 22:37

Ohio State Representative Don Jones from Episodes 63 and 82 is back and this time with his twin brother Jon. Check out the details on Episode 63 for Don Jones' biography. Jon is the older of the Jones brothers being born first. Like Don, Jon attended Ashland University and graduated with a degree in Special Education Degree. The Jones brothers started their equipment business just as they graduated high school. Jon started off teaching at Claymont School District as a severe behavior students. He then moved onto Union Local School District and finished his teaching career as an Agriculture Teacher. Jon then moved to full time at the family business at the equipment dealership. D and J Sales and Services is on Facebook; dandjsalesandservice.com; 740-942-3099. Jon and Don are both on Facebook.

Location Manager Katey Hrovat and Account Manager Susan Orr of Faithful Companion Pet Cremation Services stopped by The Thompson SeconDairy Farm. They got to visit all of the cows, watch the robot milk and learn about the dairy industry. They put on one heck of a podcast episode and educated us on after care of pets. faithfulcompanion.com

The Turquoise Vet from Episode 39 is back to give us an update as she finishes her veterinary education at THE Ohio State University Veterinary College. Find her on Instagram @theturquoisevet; @turquoisevet_shop and follow on Facebook.

Mr. Reed Cronebaugh is a 9th grader from New Philadelphia High School in New Philadelphia, Ohio. He and his dad Jeff stopped by to record another edition of Fingering it Out. Reed participates in 4-H, Club Wrestling, Music and has an interest in most subjects in school.

David Mageean is co owner and co operator of Annie G's Dairy in Ann Arbor, Michigan (or State Up North if you are an Ohioan). A native of Ireland, David earned a degree in engineering but has always had a passion for cows. He specialized in dairy cattle artificial insemination, managing reproduction services in Ireland, New Zealand and the US. After marrying his wife, Dr. Kat, they returned to her family farm outside of Ann Arbor. They soon transitioned Dr. Kat's home farm into a grazing, robotic milking dairy farm. Their most recent business adventure is installing a milk dispensing vending machine as the main attraction of their retail farm store. Check out Dave on Facebook and Tik Tok. You can find Annie G's Dairy on Facebook.

Dr. Kathryn Miller is a mixed animal veterinarian and owner of Rocking KM Veterinary Services in Kansas, USA. After graduating from Kansas State veterinary school, Dr. Miller interned in equine surgery. Dr. Miller shifted gears after her internship and soon purchased her business and went in to private practice ownership. Kathryn and her associates have provided great veterinary care to all animals from dogs and cats to horses and cattle of the Rocking KM Veterinary Service region. Check out Rocking KM Veterinary Services on Instagram and Facebook. https://rockingKMvet.com

Brenna "Bob" Beard is a 6th generation farmer and territory manager for Corteva Agrisciences in Central Indiana. Brenna showed pigs and lambs throughout her youth and even was a member of the Junior Board of Directors for the National Junior Swine Association. After earing her degree in Agriculture Business from Purdue University, Brenna worked for DuPont Pioneer as a territory manager in North Dakota. Check out Brenna Bob on Instagram (brennabeardfarms & brenbrenn25) on X (brenniee94) and Brenna Beard on Tik Tok.

Mark Dotterer Episode 15, Kyle Daughtery Episodes 78 &108, Marco Verhaar Episode 111 and Scott Specht 116 join in The Milk House to discuss dairy farming with robots. The Coshocton 2024 Fall Foliage and Farm Tour coming up October 19th and 20th will stop by Daughtery Dairy Farms. https://coshocton.osu.edu/news/2024-fall-foliage-farm-tour.

Doc Pae from Episode 41 is back! She started her own practice this year and it is called Creek Valley Veterinary Services. For any inquires for veterinary care contact her at 330-341-2788; [email protected]; creekvalleyvet.com.

Caleb Raber is a self made go getter from Saltillo, Ohio. Mr. Raber earned an automotive certificate after graduating from Highland Highschool. Caleb eventually found his passion in wood working which includes cabinet making, timber frame building and now as a part time tree faller/trimmer/sawmiller. Contact 2R Custom LLC, Tree and Sawmill Service at 330-473-9506.

Scott Specht and his family are celebrating 100 years on the family farm in Sugarcreek, Ohio. Scott is 4th generation to be a part of the family farm. The Spechts milk over 300 Holstein cows and some ProCross cows with Lely A5 Robots. Scott has an Associates Degree in Dairy Herd Management from THE Ohio State University ATI.

The Cronebaugh boys stopped by for another edition of Fingering It Out. This time Jeff's youngest Sawyer, tagged along! Sawyer is entering hist 7th year of school, attending the Junior High School at New Philadelphia Public School District of Ohio.

Dr. Max Thornsberry is a retired food animal veterinarian from Missouri. In addition to his years of practice in the Missouri countryside, Dr. Thornsberry has been apart of sales for Milk Specialties Global, served as the R-CALF USA Presedent and is currently the Animal Health Committee Chair the R-CALF USA organization. Max does not have a direct profile on social media, but you can find him involved with links, posts and videos on the internet related to the beef industry, R-CALF USA and Mild Specialties Global.

Colonel Nicole Malachowski (USAF, Retired) was born in Santa Maria, CA and graduated high school in Las Vegas, NV. She earned her commission from the United States Air Force Academy in 1996 and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Management and a minor in French. Following graduation she attended Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) at Columbus AFB, MS and began her career as pilot. Competitively selected to fly combat aircraft, she embarked on an adventure among the first group of women to fly fighter aircraft.  Among Colonel Malachowski's many achievements she also had the honor of serving in several special duty assignments. One of those great assignments was being selected to fly as Thunderbird #3 with the USAF Air Demonstration Squadron and was the first woman to fly on any Department of Defense military jet demonstration team.  Nicole’s successful military career ended prematurely, as she was medically retired from service due to the impact of late stage, neurological, Tick Borne Illness. As a newly minted Wounded Warrior in the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program, she relishes any opportunity to talk about her medical journey and gains energy from educating others about the growing Tick Borne Illness epidemic.  Links: https://nicolemalachowski.com/ Instagram: Nicole Malachowski (@realmalachowski)

Jonathan Lawler also known as The Punk Rock Farmer is a farmer, media producer, agricultural influencer and hunger/food advocate from Indiana, USA. The Punk Rock Farmer has grown produce, raised poultry and other livestock at Brandywine Creek Farms. Check out The Punk Rock Farmer on Instagram @thpunkrockfarmer, X @RealPunkFamer and Facebook.

Marco Verhaar is a robotic dairy farmer, owner and operator of Red Mountain Jersey Farm of Bad Axe, The State Up North (Michigan). Born in the Netherlands, Marco and his family immigrated to the United States and began milking cows. Mr. Verhaar started his herd from his family's cows and is currently milking over 1600 jersey cows with Lely A3 Next robots.

Sam Wilder is a retired high school teacher of 35 years. Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, Mr. Wilder and his wife now resides in Southeastern Ohio. Sam earned a Geology degree from the University of Kentucky and then earned a teachers certificate in education at George Mason University. After Sam was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he decided to try an alternative route for treatment. Sam had his treatments at The Karlfeldt Cancer Center in Meridian, Idaho. Recommended resources: "A Better Way to Treat Cancer" By Dr. Michael Karlfeldt, ND, PhD "The Survival Paradox" By Dr. Isaac Eliaz, MD https://www.thekarlfeldtcenter.com/

Dr. Blake Watson is a veterinarian from Frisco, Texas and attended Texas A&M University for his undergraduate in Animal Science and then his doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Watson spent his first years of practice in a livestock-based mixed animal practice where he worked on animals of all shapes and sizes. He then moved on to exclusively small animal medicine with a heavy emphasis on emergency medicine and general practice.

Our friend Kyle Daughtery, robotic dairy farmer from Fresno, Ohio stopped by to give us an update since Episode 78. Kyle talks about his new feeding system, the Lely Vector along with some exciting changes to his family operation. Make friends with Kyle on Facebook.

Dr. Meredyth Jones is a veterinary clinician, specializing in large animal internal medicine with food animal emphasis, from The College of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University. After receiving her Degree in Veterinary Medicine from Oklahoma State University, Dr Jones served in private practice before returning to OSU for her residency. From there she has taught at veterinary colleges at Kansas State University and Texas A & M to then return back to her alma mater at Oklahoma State University. Instagram: largeanimalce; Facebook: Large Animal Consulting & Education; [email protected]

The Cronebagh brothers are back and they brought a young listener, Steve's youngest daughter Sybil. Sybil is enrolled in the Tuscarawas Central Catholic School District. In addition to responsibilities on the farm and her 4-H projects, Sybil is also active in competitive penmanship, sports including basketball and trap shooting.

Tom Corcoran or other wise known as Farming Sumbitch on social media, is a father, husband, first generation farmer from Western New York. His other credentials also include: Channel Seedsman along with a John Deere/Chevy/Peterbilt driving Sumbitch. Check out the Farming Sumbitch on Instagram and on his YouTube channel call The Way We Farm.

Dr. Michelle Schack has been a predominately dairy veterinarian from Arizona since 2015.  A native from California, Michelle began practicing near Phoenix, Arizona aftergraduating from the University of California Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.  Since 2019, Dr. Michelle and her partners developed an animal welfare training company called Dairy Kind.  Dr. Schack is on social media sites such as Instagram and TikTok as the DairyDoc.

Dr. Homerosky graduated in 2020 from THE Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and earned her Bachelors of Science in Agriculture from OSU in 2016. Erin is large animal doctor at Orrville Vet Clinic. A native to South Webster, Ohio, she grew up raising cattle and horses and participating in 4-H. In addition, she has a special interest in swine, small ruminants, poultry, and all other farm animals.

Derrick Josi or also known as the Tillamook Dairy Farmer is a 4th generation dairy farmer, Ag-Vocate and social media influencer from Tillamook, Oregon. He and his family milk Jerseys and sell their milk to the Tillamook Creamery. Check out Derrick Josi on social media: Facebook: TDF Honest Farming, Instagram: tdf_honest_farming, YouTube: TDF Honest Farming, www.https://tdfhonestfarming.com

Annaliese Wegner, The Modern Day Farm Chick is a major social media influencer and AG-Vocate for the Dairy Industry and Agriculture. Her and her husband Tom are the 2nd generation to farm at his family's operation Wegnerlann Dairy, LLC in Ettrick, Wisconsin. Annaliese Wegner is the 5th generation to be raised on her family’s 1,500-cow dairy in Baldwin, Wis. She earned her Bachelors of Sciences in Agriculture majoring in Dairy Sciences from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Follow her on Facebook, X, Instagram, https://annaliesewegner.com. Listen to her podcast Ag's Okayest Farm Girls.

Erin Grawe and Megan Daluge, also known as the Milkin Mammas, are sisters from Janesville, Wisconsin. The Milkin Mammas are not only dairy farmers, but they are also business entrepreneurs, life coaches, mental and physical health advocates along with social media influencers for agriculture. Be sure to check their Instagram pages: erin.grawe; megandaluge; milkin_mammas; frayededgesboutique. Facebook: Daluge Farm; Frayed Edges Boutique. https://frayededgesboutique.com

Daniel E. Evans Jr., D.V.M. was born in Mineral Ridge, Ohio. He attended Northern Michigan University and Youngstown State University before serving in the U.S. Army as a combat medic. He received his D.V.M. degree from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1975. Dr. Evans was co-owner of a small animal hospital in northeast Ohio. He joins us on the podcast today to talk about his succession of Massillon Animal Hospital, Inc and his experiences in Vietnam and the veterinary profession. Purchase his book Doc: Platoon Medic on Amazon. Dr. Matt Friend from Friend Veterinary Services and our 1st ever guest from Episode 2 is back. He's filling in for Evanne, giving updates on his business and his perspective as a solo practitioner. Facebook: Friend Veterinary Services LLC; 614-578-3092

Stephanie Nash is a dairy farmer, AG-Vocate, business entrepreneur, singer and media/political contributor from Chapel Hill, Tennessee. Stephanie earned her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture majoring in Dairy Science at Fresno State University. Majority of the milk produced from her family's 1200 cows goes to Krogers, the rest is used to produce ice cream and cheese curds at the Nash Family Creamery. Check out Stephanie on social media. Facebook, X @StphanieNashM1; Instagram @stephanienash_nofarmsnofood; Tik Tok @stephanie_nash; stephanienashmusic.com.

Chris Zoller is an Extension Educator and Interim Assistant Director of OSU Extension of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Chris has been contributed to the Agriculture Extension in Tuscarawas County for 32 years now. He received his Bachelors of Science in Agriculture Education and his Masters in Agriculture Economics from THE Ohio State University. [email protected]; 330-827-0249. David Marrison is a Professor and Field Specialist in Farm Management; Interim Director for the Farm Financial Management & Policy Institute from OSU. David received his B.S. in Agricultural Education/Agricultural Economics from THE Ohio State University and his M.S., Agricultural Education from Purdue University. Mr. Marrison specializes Farm management, farm succession and transition planning. [email protected]; 740-722-6073.

Olivia Orf is an Agricultural Sales Representative for Ohio Ag Equipment in Millersburg, Ohio. Olivia is currently working towards her Associates Degree in Ag Communications from THE Ohio State University ATI and Bachelors Degree in Communications and Applied Policy from Ohio University. Check out Olivia on Instagram at Farmherliv; For Ohio Ag Sales 419-261-4885.

Dr. Charles Curie is a retired veterinarian of 45 years of practice, from Ashtabula County, Ohio. He started his business out of his parent's basement 2 years after graduating from THE Ohio State University Veterinary College in 1978. He soon started The Country Doctor Veterinary Clinic in a small building and now owns 4 clinics in the Ashtabula County where collectively the call themselves the Country Doctor Family of Veterinary Clinics. Dr. Curie earned his Bachelors of Sciences, majoring in Animal Sciences from THE Ohio State University before entering veterinary School. countrydrvet.com

Scott Higgins is President and CEO of both the American Dairy Association Mideast along with Ohio Diary Producers Association. Mr. Higgins grew up on a dairy farm in Licking County, Ohio. Scott enrolled at THE Ohio State University and earned his Bachelors of Sciences in Agricultural Economics. Scott Higgins has dedicated over 30 years of service to the dairy industry in Ohio and West Virginia. Drink-Milk.com; odpa.org.

We are Fingering It Out with Jeff and "Scuba" Steve Cronebaugh! Thank you for your support!

Dr Kevin Lahmers is a native from Tuscarawas County, Ohio. Dr. Lahmers received a Bachelor in Science in Animal Sciences from THE Ohio State University. He then received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from The College of Veterinary Medicine at THE Ohio State University. Dr. Kevin then earned his PhD after enrolling in a combined veterinary anatomic pathology residency and PhD program at The College of Veterinary Lahmers then became board certified in the American College of Veterinary Pathologists—Anatomic Pathology. HIs most recent research involves Theileria, a tick born disease in cattle. [email protected]

Dr. Scott Pendleton from Heritage Veterinary Care and Episode 70 is back to give the Ohio Veterinary World an update on the State of the Industry. www.ovmlb.ohio.gov

Lacie M Evans is a social media star who uses her cows for entertainment and to educate people about Agriculture. Before she became an influencer, Lacie earned two Bachelor Degrees at Wilmington College, majoring in Animal Sciences and Chemistry. Ms. Evans participated in 4-H and then FFA where she showed beef cattle, which are the the stars of her social media platform. You can find her on Facebook, tiktok, YouTube, and Instagram @ laciemevans. Check out her podcast Feral Cow Bitch on Spotify and all other podcast outlets.

Zoe Kent is back and with her better half, her fiancé, Mr. Tanner Bachelor. Tanner is from Pataskala, Ohio and met Zoe while attending THE Ohio State University where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in Visual Communication Design. He is a UX Designer and currently is with Amazon helping governments build better digital products and services that serve their citizens. Check out Zoe on Instagram, facebook and youtube at farmwithzoe.

David Mello is a veteran of the U.S. Army and a native of California. After he served our country, David eventually found a career in the petroleum industry. After establishing himself in Sherrodsville, Ohio, Mr Mello self taught himself how to work with leather and eventually started OC Leather. Check out OC Leather LTD on Instagram, www.ocleatherltd.com, [email protected], 916-296-2381.

Matt Demattio is a the owner and operator of Sugarcreek Ag Lime, LLC. Matt grew up in Tuscarawas, Ohio where he has farmed his whole life. He attended The Ohio State University Agriculture Technical Institute and earned his Associates Degree in Agronomy in 2012. For any inquires for agriculture lime or soil analysis consultation, contact Matt 330-795-0816; [email protected].

Cody is back and with his better half, Franny. Fran grew up in Avon, Ohio and attended Hiram College where she earned her Bachelors degree in Accounting and Financial Management. Both Cody and Franny started there relationship by meeting each other on Farmersonly.com.