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Get into the details of managing change

Tips for alleviating stress and training employees when switching herd management software programs.
March 28, 2023
Pedro Ibarra

Moving from one herd management software to another is a significant step. Your herd management software is the most important, yet least recognized, part of your business.


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Slips, trips and falls … oh my!

Tips to prevent slips, trips and falls on your farm
March 22, 2023
Amber Adams Progar

What causes the highest number of human injuries on dairies? Most of us think of machinery or confined spaces, but cattle actually hold the No. 1 position. Now, if I asked what causes the second-highest number of injuries, what would be your response?


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How to deal with unmet expectations

A discussion of why unmet expectations must be addressed and when to provide redirection or negative feedback.
March 20, 2023
Bob Milligan

Unmet expectations for performance and behavior are likely the greatest stressor for most, if not all, supervisors. A failure to meet animal or crop goals, arriving late for work and skipping an assigned task are all examples of unmet expectations.


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Making employee training more efficient and fun by using on-farm video production

Tips for creating employee training videos, which can be an effective training tool, especially for employees who have difficulty understanding written protocols.
February 25, 2023
Jorge Delgado

Visual training in this era is very important, and it is an easy way to explain protocols, ideas and content to your workers about a specific topic. In this this article, we’ll share our ideas on how to create training videos on your own and provide you with tips on how to make them effective.


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Soft skills are for owners: The secret skill in a tight labor market

Soft skills can help build a culture of employee engagement and stand out from the competition in a tight labor market.
January 16, 2023
Tim Schaefer

How often have you seen a highly skilled manager fail in leading their team? Some signs are high turnover, lax standards and low morale. How often have you seen employees or owners in charge of managing people struggle to connect with employees and keeping everyone aligned with the goals?


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How to have productive conversations when disagreements happen

Considerations for navigating tough conversations.
December 13, 2022
Laura Hardie

We all find ourselves in situations where we need to have tough conversations. No one wants to deal with conflict, yet it's important to remember that productive conversations are still possible, even when it seems like neither side is willing to budge.


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Lifelong learning: Making the most of challenges

July 19, 2021
Hank Wagner
We’ve all asked that question at one point or another. Whether it’s on the farm, a committee or at church, we sometimes find ourselves in a role that feels over our head.
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People are the key to diet consistency

November 17, 2020
Travis Thayer
Change is hard – especially for cows, who are creatures of habit even more than we are. Any changes in a cow’s routine can quickly add up to compromise her health and performance. Some of these changes are out of our control, but the more consistency we can build into a cow’s diet and routine, the more she has the resiliency to deal with unforeseen changes.
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Dear dairy employee: Thank you from our family to yours

May 22, 2020
Mireille Chahine and Mario de Haro-Martí
We would like to start this letter by introducing ourselves. Our names are Mireille Chahine and Mario de Haro-Martí. We are husband and wife, and we both work at the University of Idaho Extension, supporting you and the dairy industry.
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el Lechero: The Milking Routine

May 22, 2020
Jorge Delgado
Remember: Personal safety first. Wear the appropriate gear. Recuerde: Seguridad personal primero. Use el equipo adecuado.
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