Connecting the World, One Cow at a Time

MID-WEST FARM REPORT - MADISON

Global Cow, a dairy exchange program founded over 30 years ago, offers unique international learning experiences on dairy farms. The program brings individuals from around the world to work and learn on U.S. dairy farms for one year. Participants gain hands-on experience, rotating through various areas of farm operations.

Jill Stahl-Tyler, owner of Global Cow, explains, “Participants don’t just milk cows. They learn every part of the operation, from genetic selection to milking protocols.” The exchange is designed for cultural and professional growth, both for participants and the hosting farms.

Farms self-select to participate, understanding the commitment required to host and train international trainees. Stahl-Tyler shares, “The first six months involve training, but by the second six months, they’re valuable employees. Hosts also need to be open to cultural exchanges since most participants don’t speak English as their first language.”

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