About this episode

The episode explores the insights and experiences of young leaders in the dairy industry who are shaping the future through the National Junior Holstein Association.

What’s inside the minds of the next generation of dairy leaders? We found out last week at the National Holstein Convention, where we sat down with 3 young leaders in the National Junior Holstein Association who are helping shape the future of the organization while representing thousands of junior members nationwide. Through leadership, service, and a whole lot of dedication, they're proving that the next generation is already making an impact. Mykel Mull from California, Cayden Bursiek from Ohio, and Ainsley Sellers from Pennsylvania talk about what inspired each of them to get involved with the National Holstein Junior Advisory Committee, what they've learned through serving in national leadership, how the Junior Advisory Committee gives young people a voice within the Association, and why programs like these matter so much for developing tomorrow's dairy leaders. Whether you're raising the next generation on your farm, involved in youth programs yourself, or simply want a glimpse of where our industry is headed, this conversation will leave you optimistic and inspired too. 01:36 Meet the JAC Team 02:09 Ainsley’s Dairy Story 02:51 Cayden’s Show Ring Roots 03:25 Mykel’s Unique…

People in this episode

Host: Peggy Coffeen

Guests: Mykel Mull, Cayden Bursiek, Ainsley Sellers

Topics covered

• dairy leadership
• youth programs
• Junior Advisory Committee
• future of dairy
• National Holstein Association

Keywords

• dairy leaders
• youth involvement
• leadership skills
• Holstein Convention
• Junior Advisory Committee

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: National Holstein Association, National Junior Holstein Association

Places: California, Ohio, Pennsylvania

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