The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Paul Fricke: Timing of AI | Ep. 26
Dec 10, 2025In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Paul Fricke, Professor of Dairy Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, explores how timed AI protocols and activity monitoring systems can boost reproductive efficiency in dairy herds. He explains what recent research reveals about insemination timing, the pitfalls of common practices like “Co-Synch,” and how data-driven monitoring improves fertility outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!
What you'll learn:
- Timed AI protocols
- Insemination timing
- Activity systems
- Fertility optimization
- Future integration
Meet the guest:
Dr. Paul Fricke is a Professor of Dairy Science and Extension Specialist at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research focuses on improving reproductive efficiency in dairy cattle through advanced reproductive technologies and data-based management. With more than 100 peer-reviewed papers and a global speaking record, Dr. Fricke’s work has shaped dairy reproductive programs worldwide.
Hear his insights on dairy reproduction on The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.
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