# Dr. Jehan Ettema: Digital Twins for Dairy Farms | Ep. 108

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Podcast: [AgCulture Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/agculture-podcast-6738954)
Published: 2026-01-29T11:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2320

## Resource

In this episode of the AgCulture Podcast, Dr. Jehan Ettema, co-founder of SimHerd and animal health economist, explains how digital twins are transforming dairy farm decision-making. He discusses simulation models, data quality, economics, genetics, and the role of AI in farm management. Learn practical insight into evaluating investments, managing risk, and improving farm performance. Listen now on all major platforms and explore smarter decisions for modern agriculture! Meet the guest: Dr. Jehan Ettema is an animal health economist and co-founder of SimHerd, a decision support platform developed in collaboration with Aarhus University and global dairy partners. His work focuses on simulation modeling, farm economics, genetics, and data-driven decision making for dairy systems worldwide. What you will learn: (00:00) Introduction (02:17) Digital twin explained (05:57) Farm decision tools (07:29) Central data systems (10:01) Global adaptation (14:03) Model limitations (31:31) Closing thoughts Discover the world of agriculture with the "Ag Culture Podcast". This podcast will be a gateway for those passionate about agriculture to explore its global perspectives and innovative practices. Join Paul as he shares his experiences in the agricultural industry, his travels and encounters with important figures around the world. Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Subscribe at http://www.agculturepodcast.com and keep an eye out for future episodes, bringing insights and stories from the vibrant world of agriculture.

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