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New World Screwworm, New Field Reps, and What's Moving in Sacramento
Jun 8, 2026
20m 41s
Worms at Work: How Vermifiltration Is Changing the Way California Dairies Handle Wastewater
May 26, 2026
36m 09s
From CARB to Dairy Plus: The Environmental Issues Shaping Your Operation
May 11, 2026
23m 51s
Protecting Profits: What Dairy Producers Need to Know About LRP
Mar 17, 2026
15m 39s
Sacramento, Water Policy, and What Dairy Farmers Need to Know
Mar 9, 2026
23m 10s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/8/26 |  New World Screwworm, New Field Reps, and What's Moving in Sacramento✨ | New World ScrewwormCalifornia dairy operations+3 | Anja Raudabaugh | Western United DairiesUSDA+1 | TexasCalifornia+1 | New World ScrewwormCalifornia dairy+6 | — | 20m 41s | |
| 5/26/26 | Worms at Work: How Vermifiltration Is Changing the Way California Dairies Handle Wastewater✨ | vermilfiltrationdairy wastewater+4 | Steve RoweSanjar Taromi | BioFiltroCV Salts+2 | CaliforniaCentral Valley+2 | vermilfiltrationdairy wastewater+5 | — | 36m 09s | |
| 5/11/26 | From CARB to Dairy Plus: The Environmental Issues Shaping Your Operation✨ | environmental regulationsdairy methane+3 | Paul Sousa | California Air Resources BoardWUD+2 | California | CARBdairy regulations+3 | — | 23m 51s | |
| 3/17/26 | Protecting Profits: What Dairy Producers Need to Know About LRP✨ | Livestock Risk Protectiondairy economy+3 | Katie Burgess | Ever.Ag | — | Livestock Risk Protectiondairy producers+3 | — | 15m 39s | |
| 3/9/26 | Sacramento, Water Policy, and What Dairy Farmers Need to Know✨ | water policydairy farming+5 | Anja Raudabaugh | Western United Dairies | California | water qualitygroundwater recharge+5 | — | 23m 10s | |
| 2/10/26 | Deadlines, Dollars, and Decisions: A Big Regulatory Update for Dairies✨ | regulatory updatesCalifornia dairy+4 | — | WUDCDFA+3 | — | regulationsdairy producers+5 | — | 27m 09s | |
| 1/12/26 | S7E1: Start the Year Right - Key Reporting Requirements for Dairies✨ | reporting requirementsdairy compliance+5 | Paul Sousa | WUD | California | dairy reportingcompliance deadlines+5 | — | 18m 12s | |
| 12/8/25 | The Water Quality Shake-Up: Paul Sousa Explains What’s Coming✨ | water qualityregulatory shifts+4 | Paul Sousa | State Water BoardCV-SALTS | Central Valley | water qualityregulations+5 | — | 16m 44s | |
| 11/10/25 | CARB’s Clean Truck Check: What It Means for Dairy Farms✨ | Clean Truck Checkdairy farms+3 | Paul Sousa | California Air Resources BoardWestern United Dairies | CaliforniaDMV | Clean Truck CheckCalifornia Air Resources Board+3 | — | 11m 27s | |
| 10/21/25 | Understanding AB 411 and What It Means for California Dairy Farms✨ | California dairy farminganimal mortality management+3 | — | California dairy producersGovernor Newsom+4 | California | AB 411C.A.T.T.L.E. Act+6 | — | 13m 37s | |
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| 10/7/25 | PRB Meeting Recap: What Happened at CalExpo✨ | dairy issuesProducer Review Board+4 | Paul Sousa | Western United Dairies | CalExpoSacramento | dairyProducer Review Board+5 | — | 20m 12s | |
| 9/23/25 | S6E10: Two Years In: What We've Learned About Bird Flu | In this episode of Seen & Herd, host Amanda Russell is joined by WUD CEO Anja Raudabaugh to unpack the latest on bird flu in California dairies. They discuss the current status of quarantines, the push for a dairy cow vaccine, Western’s proactive efforts to provide over 4.6 million pieces of PPE, and the regulatory challenges posed by OSHA petitions. Tune in for insight into what these developments mean for dairy families and how industry leadership continues to protect both workers and herds. | — | ||||||
| 9/12/25 | S6E9: California’s Dairy Policy Battles: Big Wins and Ongoing Fights | Western United Dairies CEO Anja Raudabaugh joins Amanda Russell for a legislative update covering three big issues: AB 411, the “Cattle Act” allowing mortality composting; SB 601, a water bill with major litigation risks for dairies; and AB 1264, a school nutrition bill that could have impacted dairy’s place on student lunch menus. They also touch on federal policy priorities, the farm bill, and ongoing support for farms navigating avian influenza. Tune in for the latest on what’s at stake for California dairies in Sacramento and beyond. | — | ||||||
| 5/27/25 | New World Screwworm Breakdown with Dr. Michael Payne | Anja Raudabaugh is joined by Dr. Michael Payne to discuss the re-emerging threat of the New World screwworm, a dangerous pest spreading northward through Mexico that prompted U.S. import suspensions. Dr. Payne breaks down how screwworms infest warm-blooded animals, the telltale signs of infection, and the historic success of the sterile fly eradication program—plus what’s being done now to control the resurgence. The episode also includes an update on Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), with promising news on herd recovery and ongoing research into potential transmission pathways. | — | ||||||
| 5/12/25 | S6E7: CDFA’s Cinco de Mayo Doubleheader Recap with Paul Sousa | In this episode of Seen & Herd, Paul Sousa, Director of Environmental Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs at Western United Dairies, recaps a significant "doubleheader" of meetings held on Cinco de Mayo—a CDFA hearing on Stop QIP Petition #5 and an afternoon Producer Review Board (PRB) meeting. He breaks down procedural updates, introduces new board members, discusses quota administration issues, and explores the intriguing possibility of using a state bond to retire quota. Paul also provides important guidance on ballot signature requirements ahead of June’s upcoming referendum and dives into a tense series of hardship relief requests. Stay informed on how these developments may shape the future of the quota program in California.Resources:> Previous Episode: Breaking Down Quota Results with Anja Raudabaugh> CDFA Producer Record Update Form | — | ||||||
| 4/23/25 | BONUS EP: What Dairy Producers Need to Know About Livestock Risk Protection | This week on Seen & Herd, we have a bonus episode. In this episode, Tiffany LaMendola and Katie Burgess from Ever.Ag who discuss Livestock Risk Protection (LRP)—a timely and flexible insurance program designed to help dairy producers protect revenue from calves, crossbreds, and even cull cows.Learn how LRP compares to DRP, what changes are coming on July 1st, and how to take action to get protection in place. This episode is for you if livestock sales are part of your dairy income. | — | ||||||
| 4/22/25 | S6E6: Let the Worms Do the Work: Sustainable Dairy Solutions with Biofiltro | In this episode of Seen & Herd, Paul Sousa sits down with Steve Rowe, Chairman of Biofiltro, and Sanjar Taremi, Livestock Lead, to dive into a solution that’s gaining traction among California dairies: vermifiltration. This natural, low-tech system uses wood chips and worms to significantly reduce nitrogen loads and methane emissions from dairy wastewater, at little to no cost for producers. With changing water regulations, looming methane mandates, and new funding opportunities, this conversation offers real, actionable insights for dairies looking to build a future-proof manure management toolbox. Plus, learn how these systems can expand irrigation options, improve nutrient management flexibility, and even coexist with digesters. | — | ||||||
| 3/17/25 | S6E5: What Dairy Producers Need to Know about CARB, Water & Upcoming Events | Join us for an insightful episode of Seen & Herd as we welcome back Paul Sousa, Western United Dairies’ Director of Environmental Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs. Paul dives into the latest regulatory updates, including recent changes to CARB’s air quality rules, ongoing water quality discussions, and what dairy producers should prepare for in the coming years. Plus, we highlight the upcoming California Dairy Sustainability Summit and why it’s a must-attend event for the industry.Tune in to stay informed, and don’t forget to check the links in the show notes for more details, including access to past episodes and registration info for the summit.> Click HERE to hear Paul's previous update.> Click HERE to read WUD's SWRCB Dairy Order Comments> Click HERE to learn more about the Dairy Sustainability Summit | — | ||||||
| 3/10/25 | S6E4: Avian Influenza Update: Progress & Biosecurity Measures | This week on Seen & Herd, Western United Dairies CEO Anja Raudabaugh returns to provide an update on avian influenza and its impact on the dairy industry. We discuss the latest quarantine numbers, new biosecurity measures, and USDA funding for disease prevention. Anja also explains what dairy farmers need to know about PPE availability, inspections, and the ongoing conversation about vaccines. Tune in for insights on how the industry is navigating this evolving challenge and what steps are being taken to protect both livestock and producers.> Request FREE PPE Here: https://westernuniteddairies.com/issues/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-hpia-2/ | — | ||||||
| 3/3/25 | S6E3: Breaking Down the Quota Referendum Results with Anja Raudabaugh | In this episode of Seen and Herd, we break down the latest updates on California’s dairy quota referendum. Western CEO Anja Raudabaugh joins us to discuss the recently failed proposal to modify the Quota Implementation Plan and what it means for dairy producers moving forward. We’ll cover the key numbers, why the referendum didn’t pass, and the new petition to terminate the quota system entirely. Plus, we share what producers should do now to ensure their votes count in the upcoming referendum. 🔗 Results of Amendment Referendum to the Quota Implementation Plan🔗 Notice of Industry Referendum for Petition to Terminate the Quota Implementation Plan | — | ||||||
| 2/3/25 | S6E2: The End of an Era - Ranching and Dairy Exit Point Reyes | In this episode of Seen and Herd, host Amanda Russell welcomes Western CEO Anja Raudabaugh to discuss the recent settlement agreement at Point Reyes National Seashore. This landmark decision marks the end of decades-long conflicts between ranchers, environmental groups, and the National Park Service. Raudabaugh breaks down the history of ranching at Point Reyes, the legal battles that led to this moment, and what the future holds for the affected dairy and beef operations. What does this mean for local agriculture, land management, and conservation efforts? Tune in to find out. | — | ||||||
| 1/27/25 | S6E1: Legislative Wins, Challenges Ahead, and Dairy’s Strategic Path in 2025 | In this episode of Seen and Herd, Amanda Russell is joined by Western United Dairies' Anja Raudabaugh for a deep dive into the legislative highlights and battles from 2024 and what’s on the horizon for California’s dairy industry in 2025. Topics include securing funding for methane reduction and farm-to-school programs, defeating anti-dairy initiatives, navigating budget shortages, and strategizing for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund and climate bond negotiations. Tune in for insights into how Western United is protecting the future of dairy in a rapidly changing legislative landscape. | — | ||||||
| 12/16/24 | S5E36: Legal, Wage & Hour Updates with Anthony Raimondo | In this episode, we have a recording of our latest labor webinar with Anthony Raimondo. Anthony gives us the latest legal updates and discusses the critical issues surrounding dairy workforce protection. Tune in as Anthony shares insights on mitigating risks, technological solutions, and strategies to ensure workforce safety and efficiency in the dairy industry. For questions about the topics covered in this episode, please contact Kyle Lutz at kyle@wudairies.com OR Anthony Raimondo at apr@49acresranch.com. | — | ||||||
| 12/9/24 | S5E35: WUD-Wide Zoom Meeting | This week on Seen & Herd, we have a recording of last week's WUD-Wide Zoom Call. The meeting covered Regulatory Updates, Political Action, and Key 2025 Compliance Issues. In-person WUD Winter Meetings will happen in January 2025. More details on those meetings will be released soon. If you have questions about the content shared, please contact us at podcast@wudairies.com. | — | ||||||
| 11/26/24 | S5E34: Measure J Defeated: A Victory for Sonoma’s Farmers | In this episode of Seen and Herd, we welcome back Western United Dairies CEO Anja Raudabaugh to celebrate a monumental victory against Measure J in Sonoma County. Learn how a powerful coalition of farmers, local businesses, and strategic campaigning defeated this anti-agriculture ballot initiative in a historic 85%-15% landslide. We discuss the impact of this win, the strategies behind the campaign, and what’s next for protecting dairy and animal agriculture across California. Learn more about Sonoma United at sonomaunitedvote.org. | — | ||||||
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