Today, I received Dr. Andre Pereira for an enlightening episode, to discuss the intricacies of amino acid supplementation for dairy cows. We explored the critical role of methionine and lysine, the importance of balancing these nutrients with the cow's energy needs, and how these practices impact milk production and quality. Dr. Pereira shares his insights from years of field experience, including the economic considerations on dairy farms and the surprising effects of diet adjustments on milk p...

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...

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...

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 — a critical determinant of an animal's overall productivity and well-being. In our discussion, we explored the relationship between forage quality and feedi...