In this special episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in dairy production, Dr. Ermias Kebreab from the University of California explains the science behind methane emissions in dairy cattle and the strategies being developed to reduce them. He discusses how inhibitors and feed additives such as seaweed and 3-NOP work, their impact on animal productivity, and the potential benefits for climate change. Listen now on all major platforms!
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Celebrating National Farmer’s Day, our guest, Dr. Rik Hendriks, bovine practitioner and co-owner of veterinary practice Ell, explores the role of inflammation in metabolic diseases in dairy cows. He shares how physiology-centered veterinary care can improve treatment outcomes and reshape prevention strategies. Learn how inflammation impacts metabolism, longevity, and overall cow resilience. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Inflammatory disease markers
- Diagnostic...
In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gerard Cramer, Professor at the University of Minnesota, explores the economic and welfare considerations involved in preventive hoof trimming for dairy cattle. He discusses the delicate balance between preventing lameness and the associated costs, and how strategically allocating resources can improve animal health and labor efficiency on farms. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Preventive hoof trimming ...
In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandra Godden from the University of Minnesota explores how bedding materials influence udder health in dairy cattle. She shares key findings on bacterial risks, monitoring protocols, and hygiene management for both organic and inorganic bedding types. Learn practical strategies to reduce mastitis through better bedding decisions. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Bedding hygiene risks
- Monitoring bacteria...
In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stephen LeBlanc from the University of Guelph explores ketosis in dairy cattle. He shares key insights from decades of research into BHB thresholds, risk factors, treatment strategies, and the herd-level implications of metabolic disorders. Discover practical ways to manage and reduce ketosis risks. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Ketosis prevalence and risks
- Timing and impact of ketosis
- Field study da...
In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandra Godden, Professor of Dairy Population Medicine at the University of Minnesota, explains why colostrum remains the cornerstone of calf immunity. She unpacks the updated “Five Qs,” shares practical cleanliness benchmarks, and outlines heat-treatment and extended-feeding strategies that boost lifetime performance. Listen now on every major podcast platform!
What will you learn:
- Colostrum importance
- Five Qs framework
- Clean...
In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gerard Cramer, Professor at the University of Minnesota, discusses dairy cattle lameness and hoof health. He explores the impact of chronic cases, the importance of strategic trimming, and how veterinary professionals can manage lameness more effectively. Listen now on all major platforms!
What will you learn:
- Lameness prevention strategies
- Chronic lameness management
- Role of strategic trimming
- Chronic cases
- Impact of lamen...