Vandenberg Family Dairy Farm Insights

Curtis Vandenberg introduces his dairy farm in Bakersfield, California, detailing its history and operations. He discusses innovations in cow comfort and the use of genomics in breeding high-component Holsteins. The video also covers sustainable feeding practices using local agricultural by-products. Curtis shares his future plans for the dairy and hopes for family involvement in the next generation.

Where is the Vandenberg family dairy farm located?

• Los Angeles, California

• San Diego, California

• Bakersfield, California

• San Francisco, California

What is the primary focus for ensuring cow comfort on the farm?

• Feeding them more

• Keeping them cool and dry

• Increasing their exercise

• Providing more space

How many times a day are cows milked at the Vandenberg farm?

• Once

• Four times

• Twice

• Three times

What significant change did the Vandenberg farm implement in 2009?

• Introduced organic farming

• Began focusing on high component Holsteins

• Expanded the farm size

• Started using robotic milkers

What is the role of genomics in the Vandenberg dairy farm?

• To reduce the cost of feed

• To increase the number of cows

• To improve the accuracy of breeding

• To automate the milking process

What type of products are used in the commodity barn for cattle feed?

• Processed grains

• Human inedible products

• Dairy products

• Fresh vegetables

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feed product in the commodity barn?

• Cottonseed

• Almond hulls

• Soybean meal

• Wheat

What is the Vandenberg family's hope for the future of their farm?

• To switch to crop farming

• To expand internationally

• To sell the farm

• To have the next generation take over

How long has Curtis Vandenberg been married to his wife Stacy?

• Five years

• Twelve years

• Seven years

• Ten years

What is Curtis Vandenberg's vision for his children regarding the farm?

• To sell the farm and move to the city

• To enjoy and possibly take over the farm

• To convert the farm into a tourist attraction

• To pursue careers outside farming