Welcome back to another episode of the American Dairymen Podcast. Join us as Dustin sits down with Dan Hushon and Michele Liston, two leading experts from CRV, an organization renowned for its forward-thinking approach to dairy herd genetics and management.

Michele brings over two decades of expertise working with large herds and driving reproductive success across progressive dairies, especially in the Texas Panhandle, sharing her experience in customizing breeding programs that yield long-term results. Dan, with a lifelong background in the dairy industry and years as a genetics consultant across the Mid-Atlantic, shares invaluable stories from his hands-on work with farmers and his deep-rooted commitment to improving herd profitability and sustainability.

This episode dives deep into what sets CRV apart—a unique blend of personalized service for U.S. producers and an unrivaled database of genetic and health information built over more than 150 years in the Netherlands. Listeners will learn how CRV harnesses comprehensive, meticulously documented data to help farmers make informed breeding and management decisions, using proven Dutch genetics to address challenges such as hoof health, locomotion, udder quality, and even specific issues like short teats. Dan and Michele break down the science and the practicalities, illustrating how outcross pedigrees and targeted genetic strategies can improve herd longevity and productivity while reducing health-related downtime.

Whether you’re a dairy professional looking for actionable takeaways, or simply interested in the evolving science of herd management, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into how tradition, innovation, and global expertise are shaping the next generation of dairy operations.

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