Specifically FIVE-STARSM dairies

  • Generate more money for the milk producer
    • More milk per cow
    • Functioning herd health team

  • Produce more high quality milk
    • Lower SCC

  • Promote a long-term dedicated labor force
    • Share milk reports with employees as teaching opportunities
    • Set incentives for employees to meet goals

  • Connect animal care/welfare to added milk production
    • Healthy satisfied cows produce more milk

  • Reduce employee turnover
    • Instill pride in a job well done
    • Encourage open communication

  • Meet the need for positive press in local community
    • Press release for earning 5-Star