E256 The World Through a Cow's Eyes: How Temple Grandin's Unique Vision Continues to Reshape Dairy

Temple Grandin's neurodivergent thinking has revolutionized dairy operations worldwide. In this episode, we explore how her unique ability to "think in pictures" translates into practical facility designs that improve both animal welfare and profitability through reduced stress, better milk yield, and smoother operations. Fresh from receiving the 2025 AVMA Humane Award, Dr. Grandin's visual thinking approach continues to challenge conventional dairy wisdom and deliver measurable results for farms of all sizes.

Key Takeaways

• Cattle have fundamentally different sensory perception-including 300-degree panoramic vision and sensitivity to shadows, contrasts, and sounds-explaining why they balk at seemingly insignificant environmental elements.

• Small, targeted facility modifications based on under ...