Learn poultry nutrition from the brightest minds of the global poultry industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a poultry nutritionist who wants to stay up to date wi...
In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Deana Jones from the U.S. National Poultry Research Center, who explores the critical role of national research in addressing multifaceted challenges within the poultry industry. Dr. Jones sheds light on the dynamic, interdisciplinary work driving innovation from food and feed safety to groundbreaking collaborations in poultry nutrition. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Multistate groups allow for a collaborative, national approach to tackle dynamic poultry-related challenges."Meet the guest: Dr. Deana Jones earned her Ph.D. in Poultry Science, Food Science, and Physiology from North Carolina State University. With over 23 years as a Research Food Technologist, she is now Center Director at the U.S. National Poultry Research Center. Dr. Jones focuses on food and feed safety, emerging poultry diseases, and collaborative research. What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:18) Introduction(01:55) National poultry research goals(02:45) Food and feed safety focus(06:25) Multistate group explained(07:27) Challenges in egg production(08:36) Industry collaboration benefits(10:34) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kerry- Poultry Science Association- Zinpro- BASF- Anitox𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: Poultry Nutrition Podcast ShowInstagram: Poultry CampusLinkedIn: Poultry Campus
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Praveen Kosuri: Probiotics for Salmonella Control | Ep. 88
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Praveen Kosuri, a Ph.D. student at the University of Connecticut, discusses his research on using probiotics to control Salmonella in poultry production. He explains the role of probiotics from hatchery to grow-out, their impact on food safety, and their potential for commercial application. Listen now on all major platforms!"Poultry and related products account for 47% of Salmonella outbreaks in the U.S., making control strategies crucial."Meet the guest: Praveen Kosuri is a DVM graduate currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Food Microbiology and Safety at the University of Connecticut. His research focuses on mitigating Salmonella contamination in poultry through probiotics, exploring their role from hatchery to grow-out. With a background in veterinary science and food safety, he aims to improve poultry health and public safety. He is a member of the Poultry Science Association (PSA).What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:12) Introduction(01:44) Guest background(02:40) Salmonella in poultry(02:92) Role of probiotics(05:47) Probiotic types(09:03) Application timing(12:49) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kerry- Anitox- Poultry Science Association- Zinpro- BASF𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: Poultry Nutrition Podcast ShowInstagram: Poultry CampusLinkedIn: Poultry Campus
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Dr. Deborah Adewole: Poultry Antibiotics Alternatives | Ep. 87
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Deborah Adewole, Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan, shares her groundbreaking research on sustainable alternatives to antibiotics in poultry nutrition. She highlights the use of natural plant extracts, including the red osier dogwood plant, to enhance gut health, immune function, and nutrient absorption in broiler chickens. Listen now on all major platforms!"We found red dogwood extract increased amino acid digestibility by up to 10%, improving nutrient utilization significantly."Meet the guest: Dr. Deborah Adewole is an Assistant Professor in Nonruminant Nutrition and Metabolism at the University of Saskatchewan. She earned her Master’s in Swine Nutrition and her Ph.D. in Monogastric Nutritional Biochemistry from the University of Manitoba. Her research focuses on sustainable strategies to improve poultry health, reduce antibiotic use, and enhance production efficiency. Dr. Adewole is also a member of the Poultry Science Association (PSA). Click here to read the full research article!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:55) Introduction(02:05) Gut health without antibiotics(04:21) Plant-based alternatives(05:36) Red dogwood research(06:50) Nutrient absorption findings(14:52) Future research and next steps(15:54) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kerry- BASF- Anitox- Poultry Science Association- Zinpro𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: Poultry Nutrition Podcast ShowInstagram: Poultry CampusLinkedIn: Poultry Campus
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Charis Waters: Limestone in Laying Hens | Ep. 86
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Charis Waters, a PhD student at Mississippi State University, shares her research on the effects of limestone particle size ratios and phytase levels inclusion on laying hens' performance and bone quality. With insights into phytase super-dosing and bone health, Charis explores how these factors can optimize egg production and hen welfare. Tune in now on all major platforms."Calcium source and batch consistency greatly influence bioavailability, impacting laying hens’ production and bone health."Meet the guest: Charis Waters is a Graduate Research Assistant, PhD student in the Department of Poultry Science at Mississippi State University. She earned her Master’s in Poultry Science from Mississippi State, where she researched laying hen production, performance, bone health, and inositol levels in relation to limestone particle size ratios and phytase levels during the post-peak and late-lay periods. Her PhD research focuses on the role of branched-chain amino acids in laying hens, examining their growth from pullet to late-lay stages. Charis is also a member of the Poultry Science Association (PSA). Click here to read the full research article!What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:54) Introduction(01:46) Limestone particle size(04:12) Limestone source(05:21) Phytase in laying hens(06:55) Bone health(09:34) Future implications(11:60) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kerry- BASF- Anitox- Poultry Science Association𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: Poultry Nutrition Podcast ShowInstagram: Poultry CampusLinkedIn: Poultry Campus
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Bikas Raj Shah: Synbiotics vs. Antibiotics in Poultry - Part 2 | Ep. 85
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Bikas Raj Shah, a PhD student at The Ohio State University, continues to share his findings on synbiotics versus antibiotics for managing necrotic enteritis, including compelling mortality results from his trials. He also discusses immune system responses crucial for broiler health and outlines his next steps in research. Tune in on your favorite platform to discover insights into immune modulation and emerging innovations in poultry nutrition. Listen now!"The antibiotic-treated group maintained a 7% mortality rate, while symbiotic-treated birds decreased from 35% to just 1% after a week."Meet the guest: Bikas Raj Shah, a PhD student at The Ohio State University, holds a master’s in Poultry Science from the University of Georgia and a veterinary degree from Tribhuvan University. Shah also serves as Animal Sciences Delegate for Ohio State’s Council of Graduate Students and Graduate Student Representative for the Infectious Disease Institute - Trainee Association. He is a member of the Poultry Science Association.What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:16) Introduction(02:00) Synbiotics vs. antibiotics(03:29) Immune response(04:58) Mortality patterns in trials(09:17) Future research(12:36) Key takeaways(29:28) Closing thoughtsThe Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kerry- Poultry Science Association- BASF- Anitox𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: Poultry Nutrition Podcast ShowInstagram: Poultry CampusLinkedIn: Poultry Campus
Learn poultry nutrition from the brightest minds of the global poultry industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a poultry nutritionist who wants to stay up to date with all that is working in the industry, but doesn’t know how to start, doesn’t have the time, or feel most courses out there don’t deliver, then you have come to the right place.The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the most brilliant minds in our industry – all while going about your routine and saving your time.
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