GPS DairyCAST

039: 7 Bootsteps to Get Profitable

GPS DairyCAST

Show Notes

On episode 39 of the GPS DairyCAST, GPS Dairy consultant, Andre Pereira, PhD, BVetMed, puts a fresh take on the topic of dairy farm profitability. With Andre's 7 steps to get profitable, he brings concepts for dairy producers to become successful. If you are a Dave Ramsey fan, you will especially love Andre's perspective in this episode. Learn more about FeedFIT®: https://www.gpsdairy.com/education-programs/feedfit This episode of the GPS DairyCAST is proudly sponsored by Kemin Animal Nutrition and Health. Amino acids don’t just boost milk protein — they support better health, reproduction, and profitability. Visit ⁠Kemin.com/dairy⁠ to improve income-over-feed costs today.

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