Episode notes
This episode challenges one of dairy farming's most stubborn myths: that grinding 70-hour weeks makes you more profitable. Instead, newly released research from Ireland puts the spotlight on smarter work, not just harder work. We reveal how the top 25% of dairy farms working just 51 hours weekly outperform the lowest 25% grinding away at 70 hours — delivering a massive 20% boost in ROI. Dive in for groundbreaking insights that could reshape your entire operation and future-proof your farm in this hyper-competitive, razor-thin margin industry.
Key Takeaways:
- How are some farmers turning off the "always on" mentality and seeing 20% bigger profits?
- What's the real impact of working excessive hours on decision making and farm sustainability?
- How are flexible milking and smart automation driving effici ...
Keywords
Automated Milking Systemsdairy farm efficiencydairy profitabilitydairy farm labor costsfarmer burnout