Episode Details

Discussing cow comfort, genetics, succession planning and social media presence, brother and sister Tyler and Mackenzie Reynolds join host Matti McBride on this episode of the Progressive Dairy Podcast. Learn how a new barn has resulted in increased production, how three siblings returned to the western New York dairy, the impact genetics has had on Reyncrest Farm’s herd and the opportunities that come with showcasing dairy farming on social media.

Here is the episode breakdown:

• :45 – About Reyncrest Farm
• 1:40 – Mackenzie and Tyler’s responsibilities
• 3:00 – Building a new barn focusing on cow comfort
• 7:00 – How three siblings made their journey back to the farm
• 10:45 – The influence of genetics on Reyncrest’s herd
• 14:20 – Finding additional revenue with beef-on-dairy calves
• 15:35 – Managing calves and heifers
• 16:20 – The decision to share Reyncrest Farm on social media
• 20:00 – Preparing for the future of the dairy
• 20:45 – Rapid-fire questions