Today, I hosted Dr. Andre Pereira in a riveting discussion on the critical role of essential amino acids in the diets of dairy cows. We talked about extensive research on methionine, viewing it not just as an additive but as a fundamental nutrient, and its impact on cows from pre-fresh to fresh stages. Dr. Pereira also explored the precision required in balancing amino acids like lysine and the emerging significance of branched-chain amino acids in dairy nutrition. Discover the strategies behind...
Coccidia, a longstanding concern in swine health, notably impacts young pigs, leading to economic losses through decreased productivity and higher mortality rates if left unmanaged. Effective diagnosis and control strategies are vital for optimal swine health and farm profitability. Addressing these challenges is crucial for a thriving swine industry. In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Rossow explores the benefits of a new PCR assay for coccidia, offering invaluable insights for swine producers and ...
Accurate statistical analysis is essential in swine nutrition research. It guides researchers toward reliable conclusions by scrutinizing experimental design, ensuring data integrity, and upholding statistical assumptions. Precise analysis is imperative in safeguarding swine health and productivity. In this episode, Dr. Jordan Gebhardt, an assistant professor at Kansas State University, explores critical aspects of statistical analysis, including experimental and observational units, statistical...
Ruminants exhibit intricate feeding behaviors that can significantly impact their overall health and production. A pivotal factor affecting their feeding behavior is the quality of forage and associated feed management techniques. Increasingly, experts believe that the particle size of forages can influence the duration cows spend at the feed bunk and, consequently, their food consumption. In this episode, I welcomed Dr. Luiz Ferraretto, Assistant Professor and Ruminant Nutrition Extension Speci...
Each year, the US swine industry faces significant revenue losses due to heat stress in pigs. This stress manifests in various ways, from visible behavioral shifts like increased panting and seeking cool surfaces, to more covert internal disruptions affecting their health and overall functioning. In this episode, Dr. Joshua Selsby unpacks the physiological and economic ripple effects of heat stress on the swine industry. He also sheds light on potential solutions and the future direction of rese...
Tune in to the latest episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, where our distinguished guest, Gilles Langeoire, guides us through the complex landscape of swine nutritional requirements. In this episode, Gilles draws upon his extensive experience to discuss the growing focus on the concept of acid-binding capacity and its profound impact on pig diets, particularly for young piglets. Recognized as a vital aspect of feed formulation in European countries, this practice is gradually gainin...
Welcome to The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt! I am Bill Weiss, and this marks our inaugural episode. Please make yourself comfortable. Today, I had the privilege of hosting Dr. Luiz Ferraretto, an Assistant Professor and Ruminant Nutrition Extension Specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Our conversation centered on feeding behavior โ a critical determinant of an animal's overall productivity and well-being. In our discussion, we explored the relationship between forage quality and feedi...