Episode notes
xplore the resurgence of bovine somatotropin (BST) as a sustainability tool in modern dairy farming. This episode unpacks how BST—a once-taboo technology—could slash emissions, boost efficiency, and reshape dairy’s climate future. Featuring farmer testimonials, scientific insights, and a deep dive into the consumer-regulatory tug-of-war, we confront the hard truths about balancing productivity and planetary health.
Key Discussion Points
1. The Climate Math
• How BST reduces emissions by 7.5% per gallon and cuts land/water use
• Scaling impact: 1 million BST-treated cows = 400,000 fewer cars’ worth of CO₂
2. Farmer Case Study
• Mike Peterson’s Wisconsin operation: $73k annual savings, 25 fewer cows, and healthier herds
3. Science vs. Stigma
• Debunking myths: Why BST isn’t the animal welfare v ...
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