DairyTalk 207: Labor Retention as Capital - The Hidden Asset in Dairy Farming - by Helmut Demmelhuber

Employee turnover has become one of the most underestimated cost
drivers in the dairy industry. With average churn rates nearing
40%, many farms bleed money through constant hiring, training,
and productivity losses. This episode examines why labor
stability is a strategic asset - not a soft issue. Using the
example of Larson Acres, where turnover dropped below 1% through
quality housing, structured onboarding, and meaningful benefits,
we show why investing in people often delivers a higher return
than wage hikes or automation alone. In modern dairy farming,
human capital may be the most valuable asset left. With comments
on a "The Bullvine"-article (January 1st, 2026) by Andrew Hunt:
https://www.thebullvine.com