The feed industry is currently experiencing significant changes, which demand the workforce to adapt. While automation can address some labor shortages, feed mills now require a different type of skilled workforce. In this episode, Cesar Menendez discusses the evolution of feed mill equipment and the pivotal role of AI and data in automation. He also explores strategies for employee retention, including opportunities for continuous education. Furthermore, we emphasize the importance of listening to and understanding the real challenges and opportunities within the mill.

"I always say that we need to challenge and reevaluate established standards and practices within the feed milling industry because when this standard was initially set up, it was about 25 years ago.."

What you'll learn:

(00:00) Highlight
(02:03) Introduction and professional background
(05:55) Changing feed mill employee expectations
(09:00) Employee retention strategies
(12:21) Continuing education
(16:50) Feed mill equipment evolution
(20:50) AI and data in automation feed mills
(33:42) Balancing value and data
(39:02) Final questions

Meet the guest: Cesar Menendez

Experience:

Director, Feed Manufacturing Tech Support at Smithfield Foods

Background:

B.Sc. in Ag Industry Engineering (EAP Zamorano)
MBA in Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services (Northcentral University)

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Cesar Menendez: Automation in Feed Mills | Ep. 14