The Dairy Podcast Show - #56 - Past, present and future: What is the reality of the dairy industry in Minnesota

In this episode I had the honor of discussing the dairy industry with a great professional. Dr. Thom Petersen, who is not only a dairy producer but also the Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, graced us with an interesting conversation about the top concerns in the dairy industry in Minnesota, the impacts of Pfas on the dairy industry, benefit programs for dairy farmers in Minnesota, advice for dairy producers or anybody in the industry, and much more. 

What you'll learn: 

1. A typical day at work in the Agriculture Department

2. Top concerns in the dairy industry in Minnesota

3. Impacts of Pfas on the dairy industry

4. Benefit Programs for dairy farmers in Minnesota

5. Average age and new profile of dairy farm operators

6. Advice for dairy producers or anybody in the industry

7. What the ideal dairy professional needs to have

Meet the guest:

Dr. Thom Petersen

Experience

      ○ Current: Commissioner (Minnesota Department Of Agriculture) 

      ○ Past: Director in Government Relations (Minnesota Farmers Union)

Background: 

      ○ Ph.D., (University of Georgia)

      ○ B.Sc.,  (University of Minnesota)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn