In this special Holiday episode of STtalks, we share a heartwarming story from Sunny Lane Dairy, where a young calf named Luna and her silent guardian, Farmfit® from STgenetics®, brings a message of hope and care. With Christmas around the corner, we follow Luna, Bella, and the farmer's family on a cozy Christmas Eve, emphasizing the importance of innovation in animal care.
Wishing you a joyous holiday season from all of us at STgenetics!
00:00 Introduction and Year-End Gratitude
00:16 A Christmas Story from the Farm
00:31 Luna and Bella: Guardians of the Barn
01:02 Farmfit®: The Silent Protector
01:32 A Christmas Eve Visit to the Barn
02:29 A Safe and Merry Christmas
05:55 Holiday Wishes from STgenetics®
Following the December 2025 genetic evaluations, a large group of new Holstein sires has been released. In this STtalks episode, we sit down with Logan Voigts and Alan Kruse to break it all down.
With 33 new Holstein sires added to the STgenetics® lineup, sired by 18 different bulls, this diverse group features high-performing names like OMEGA, LAD, ENDOW, and MALIC. We also explore unique offerings in type, production, and sustainability traits, highlighting bulls such as ROYAL, SISCO, and MOTIVATION along with exciting new slick and polled sires.
Join us for an in-depth look at these standout additions to the Holstein portfolio.
00:00 Introduction and Overview of New Holstein Release
01:37 Highlighting the Top Legend™ Sires
04:32 Top Eco$ Sires
07:04 High CFP and Milk Bulls
09:38 Bulls with High Productive Life
11:33 Special Cow Families and Their Impact
14:12 Unique Bulls and Slick Carriers
16:39 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
More Proof News to Share! This time we are discussing color breed updates following the December 2025 genetic evaluations. The discussion focuses on the Jersey sires GORMAN and his dam GARLAND along with the new release Jersey GARDNER and Ayrshire JOCKO and includes exciting developments in the Guernsey and Brown Swiss programs.
Tune in to hear more on the genetic advancements in the color breed portfolios and the importance of listening to producer feedback for continuous improvement.
0:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:39 Trends in Colored Breeds Evaluations
01:57 Spotlight on Jersey Bulls: GORMAN and GARLAND
04:14 New Jersey Sires: GARDNER and MILFORD
08:49 Jersey STyle Lineup: ADAM and CANADIAN CLUB
12:38 Introducing New Ayrshire Bull: JOCKO
13:54 Updates on Guernsey and Milking Shorthorn
15:36 Brown Swiss Program Highlights
19:13 STamina™ Program Insights
23:51 Genetic Direction and Final Thoughts
28:25 Conclusion and Farewell
Dans cet épisode de STtalks, Maxime Ten-Have de STgenetics Canada interviewe Maxime Petitclerc de la Ferme Petitclerc Holstein, en direct de la Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 2025. Depuis 2008, la Ferme Petitclerc Holstein se distingue à cet événement prestigieux grâce à la qualité exceptionnelle de ses animaux.
La ferme a intégré la technologie Farmfit® pour optimiser la gestion du troupeau. Max souligne d’ailleurs les nombreux avantages du système : la richesse des données fournies, la détection précoce des signes de maladie, le suivi de la température, la gestion de la reproduction et l’aide précieuse qu’offre Farmfit® dans l’organisation des tâches quotidiennes.
Les effets positifs de Farmfit® se sont rapidement fait remarquer, et Max y partage ce qu’il envisage pour la suite du troupeau.
00:00 Introduction et bienvenue
00:27 L’expérience de Maxime au Royal
01:04 Avancées technologiques en agriculture
01:59 Les avantages des nouvelles technologies
03:39 Applications concrètes et résultats
06:02 Projets à venir et conclusion
Proof news is here! Following an exciting December 2025 Genetics Evaluation, we learn about industry-wide changes along with notable sires like GARZA, DOMINANCE and CAPTAIN and their impact on STgenetics and their customers. We dive into the specifics of the Proven sire list, Net Merit ranking and STgenetics Eco$ ranking and discuss a new group of Slick bulls along with the Legend™ Program and the recent success of STyle™ sires. Tune in to hear the latest trends in the industry, future directions in the genetic portfolio and much more!
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:40 Industry-Wide Changes and Trends
02:12 Top Bulls in the Proven Sire List
04:17 Focus on GARZA and DOMINANCE
07:12 Net Merit Ranking Success
09:20 Eco$ Ranking Explained
10:59 New Slick Bulls
12:33 Legend™ Program Expansion
15:01 Genomic Young Sires Highlights
17:19 International Highlights and Fall Show Season
20:03 Excitement for the Future
23:28 Conclusion and Farewell
Genética e Evolução na Granja Pattis em SC
STtalks no ar! Antônio Adolfo Pattis é nosso convidado para contar a história de evolução da Granja Pattis, em Santa Catarina. Junto com o representante da STgenetics Brasil, Wagner Camargo Turke, eles compartilham dados, estratégias e decisões que levam ao sucesso de produção leiteira - incluindo as fêmeas número 1 e 2 em GPTA Leite no Brasil!
00:00 Introdução e Apresentação dos Convidados
01:09 História da Granja Pattis
02:34 Importância da Genética na Produção Leiteira
03:59 Ferramentas Genéticas e Resultados
09:22 Prêmios e Reconhecimentos
11:44 Uso de Sêmen Sexado e Tecnologia de Embriões
13:30 Programa Legend™da STgenetics® Brasil
15:58 Parceria com a STgenetics® Brasil
17:55 Conclusão e Agradecimentos
Dans cet épisode de STtalks, Patrice Simard de STgenetics reçoit Marc Drapeau et Caroline de la Ferme Malic directement de la Royal Agricultural Winter Fair 2025. Ensemble, ils racontent leur passion contagieuse pour les Rouge et Blanc: leur histoire familiale, leurs choix génétiques, leurs croisements… et les succès qui les ont propulsés sur les rings d’exposition.
À la Ferme Malic, les Rouge et Blanc, c’est bien plus qu’un troupeau, c’est une tradition, un héritage, une fierté.
00:00 Introduction et message de bienvenue
00:21 Rencontre avec les invités : Marc et Caroline
00:49 Passion pour les vaches Rouges et Blanches
01:38 Témoignages de réussite et réalisations
02:21 Résultats du concours et moments forts
05:33 Engagement et fierté de la famille
07:37 Conclusion et informations de contact
In this STtalks, Steve Jaeger of United Vision Dairy in Wisconsin and Logan Martin, STgenetics Strategic Account Manager discuss the dairy farm's management goals and how STgenetics programs and services assist in achieving them. Along with covering Vision+™ genomic testing, Chromosomal Mating®, breeding strategies and the integration of a Beef on Dairy breeding philosophy, they touch on the importance of community involvement and future goals for United Vision Dairy.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:36 Farm Overview and Mission
01:25 Genomic Testing and Chromosomal Mating®
03:38 Breeding Goals and Selection Criteria
05:56 Beef on Dairy Program
09:31 Community Involvement and Outreach
11:11 Future Goals and Advice
12:41 Conclusion and Farewell
In this STtalks, Perrin Hicks of Hicks-Jacobs Dairies in Australia joins us to discuss herd management goals, sustainability practices, and how STgenetics programs and services aid their dairy operation. Learn about the farm's background, their commitment to sustainability, and Perrin's insights into the role of genetics and the Eco$ indexes in sustainably feeding the world. Plus, hear about their recent achievements and awards, including their experience as the Global Impact Leader - Oceania at the Global Innovation Summit.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:31 Farm Background and Operations
03:12 Sustainability Practices at Hicks-Jacobs Dairies
04:51 Community Engagement and Outreach
05:35 Genomic Testing and Herd Management
07:46 Breeding Goals and Sire Selection
11:56 Robotic Milking Systems
13:23 Global Innovation Summit Experience
15:47 Future Goals and Advice
17:23 Conclusion and Farewell
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
In this episode, we sit down with Elizabeth Gunst, herd manager at Smith-Crest in Watertown, Wisconsin and STgenetics Farmfit® Field Specialist Doug Petzel to discuss their use of the Farmfit® animal monitoring platform.
They delve into the history, implementation, and benefits of Farmfit® at Smith-Crest, focusing on enhancing care for their show cows and managing reproductive records efficiently. Elizabeth also shares specific instances where the Farmfit® technology has made a pivotal difference in animal health and explores how the easy-to-use platform has integrated into their herd management system, making operations more proactive and efficient. She also highlights the practical applications of the technology, including monitoring animals remotely and preventing illness by responding to health concerns more quickly.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:32 Overview of Smith-Crest and Farmfit®
01:12 Implementation of Farmfit® at Smith-Crest
01:58 Benefits of Farmfit® for Animal Care
02:45 Utilizing Farmfit® Data
04:55 Real-Life Success Stories with Farmfit®
06:50 User Experience and Customer Support
08:35 Future of Farmfit® at Smith-Crest
09:49 Conclusion and Farewell
STtalks next episode is live! In this special episode of STtalks, we are joined by three industry experts - Kevin Ziemba, Tim Rauen and Brian Behnke - to review the highlights at the recently concluded 2025 World Dairy Expo. These guests delve into their experiences at the expo, discussing everything from show string management to judging competitions. They also provide an in-depth analysis of the performance of various breeds and sires, touching on the impressive milestones achieved by STgenetics bulls like Delta-LAMDDA, KID ROCK, and ALTITUDE-RED. The episode truly captures the energy and enthusiasm of the dairy industry, while showcasing the dedication and passion of breeders and exhibitors.
Last week at the 2025 World Dairy Expo, we sat down with Tommy Araki, of STgenetics Japan. In this insightful conversation, Tommy, assisted by translator Makoto, discusses the establishment and growth of STgenetics in Japan since 2015. He highlights key market trends, the rising demand for genetic efficiency and sustainability and the future opportunities for Japanese dairy producers. Tommy also discusses the role of popular bulls in Japan, including CAPTAIN and Delta-LAMBDA.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:36 Mr. Tommy Araki's Background and Role
01:48 Growth and Achievements of STgenetics Japan
02:46 Current Market Trends and Demands
03:34 Future Opportunities for Japanese Dairy Producers
04:28 Genetic Needs and STgenetics Portfolio
05:19 Future of STgenetics in Japan
06:19 Popular Bulls in Japan
08:20 Upcoming Events and Conclusion
En este episodio de STtalks, conversamos con Alejandro Marsiletti, distribuidor exclusivo de STgenetics en Argentina, sobre la evolución del mercado lechero en el país y el papel clave de la genética en el progreso de los productores.
Alejandro destaca cómo la inversión en genética, el uso de la genómica, herramientas Chromosomal Mating®, el semen sexado Ultraplus™ y el EcoFeed® están transformando los rodeos argentinos: “No es un gasto, es una inversión. Todo lo que hacemos hoy se refleja en futuro.”
00:00 Introducción y bienvenida
00:27 Entrevista con Alejandro: Mercado lácteo en Argentina
01:09 Avances genéticos en la producción lechera
02:11 Productos y servicios populares en Argentina
03:56 Perspectivas futuras y conclusión
Last week at the 2025 World Dairy Expo and we sat down with Natalia Rodrigues, Director of Sales and Operations for STgenetics Canada. Natalia provides insightful perspectives on the unique quota system in Canada, the demographics of milk production and the current genetic trends in the dairy industry. She also delves into the rising trend of beef dairy crossbreeds and the innovative technologies supporting dairy farmers, such as robotic milking systems and STgenetics Farmfit® program. Additionally, she discusses the recent co-hosting of the Canadian Dairy Forum with Lactanet.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:38 Overview of Dairy Markets in Canada
01:30 Trends in Dairy Genetics and Beef on Dairy
03:17 Robotics and Technological Innovations
04:01 STgenetics®' Market Position and Team
05:23 Canadian Dairy Forum and Industry Collaboration
06:52 Future of STgenetics® in Canada
07:51 Conclusion and Farewell
¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio de STtalks en español, grabado desde el World Dairy Expo 2025! 🎙️ En esta ocasión conversamos con Mauro Vega, director general de ASCOL, una cooperativa que reúne a más de 620 ganaderos lecheros activos en el norte de España.
Mauro nos cuenta sobre el trabajo de la cooperativa en control lechero y mejora genética, su colaboración con Sexing Technologies®, y cómo la innovación en semen sexado está impulsando la rentabilidad y eficiencia de las ganaderías. Además, comparte su visión sobre el presente y futuro de la producción lechera en España y la expansión internacional de ASCOL.
00:00 Introducción
00:30 Panorama de la cooperativa
01:37 Estado actual de la producción lechera en España
02:19 Colaboraciones y programas de mejora genética
03:45 Selección y alcance global
05:14 Perspectivas de futuro y colaboraciones
06:46 Conclusión y agradecimiento
Last week at the 2025 World Dairy Expo, we sat down with Marco Ladina. Marco shares the fascinating history of his family's pioneering role in importing livestock genetics from Canada to Italy. The conversation covers the evolution of their business and how they now distribute STgenetics semen all over Italy. Marco also discusses the advancements in genomic technology, the demand for balanced sires, and how innovative products like Chromosomal Mating® and the Farmfit® animal monitoring technology have shaped their future perspectives in the dairy industry.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:26 Marco's Family History in Livestock Genetics
01:44 The Journey of Livestock from Canada to Italy
03:05 The Impact of Canadian Genetics on Italian Livestock
04:12 The Evolution of Genomics
05:12 Current Trends in Italian Livestock Breeding
06:21 The Importance of Cheese Production in Italy
07:34 Future Innovations in Italian Livestock Breeding
08:51 Conclusion and Farewell
En esta ocasión conversamos con Oscar Bolatti, productor lechero de la provincia de Córdoba, Argentina. 🇦🇷
Oscar comparte su experiencia en la industria, destacando el trabajo en genética animal, los promedios de producción y las estrategias para mejorar la calidad y eficiencia de la producción lechera. También hablamos sobre los desafíos del crecimiento frente a la falta de tierra y cómo adaptarse mediante nuevos sistemas de manejo para optimizar las operaciones.
00:00 Introducción
00:26 Presentación del Invitado
01:01 Detalles de la producción lechera
01:58 Avances genéticos en el ganado
03:03 Desafíos y planes futuros
03:40 Perspectivas sobre la producción de carne
04:44 Conclusión y comentarios finales
Last week at the 2025 World Dairy Expo, we sat down with Jack Hippen, STgenetics Director of U.S. Sales and Marketing, who delves into the dynamic U.S. dairy market, discussing exponential growth in genetics through genomic testing, the significant impact of gender-sorted semen and the rise of Beef on Dairy. He also highlights the key challenges new genetics companies face, the importance of problem-solving and analytics in the industry, and STgenetics' focus on youth and global engagement.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:34 Current State of the U.S. Dairy Market
02:17 Challenges for New Genetics Companies
03:31 Keys to Success in the Dairy Industry
04:17 Developing the Team at STgenetics®
05:00 STgenetics®' Unique Sales Approach
05:52 Global Symposium and Future Opportunities
08:03 Opportunities and Commitment to Youth
10:13 Conclusion and Farewell
We are continuing our STtalks at the 2025 World Dairy Expo and this time, we’re with Camillo Cannizzaro, General Manager with Inseme Itália and experienced dairy farming practitioner from Italy. In this episode, he shares his journey from private practice to his current role, his experiences with dairy farming technologies in the U.S., and the impact of these advancements back in Italy. Camillo discusses the unique aspects of Italy’s dairy market, the integration of North American genetics, and the evolution of dairy farming equipment and practices.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:25 Camillo's Career Journey
02:02 Italian Dairy Industry Overview
03:26 Advancements in Dairy Genetics
06:28 Beef on Dairy Innovations
08:02 Future of Dairy Genetics in Italy
10:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts