Dr. Martin Zuidhof: PSA’s Impact on Poultry | Ep. 139
In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Martin Zuidhof from the University of Alberta takes a closer look at how the Poultry Science Association (PSA) has shaped the industry. He shares insights on PSA’s contributions to poultry research, the importance of peer-reviewed journals, and ways professionals can step into leadership roles. Discover how networking and collaboration fuel innovation in the field. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Scientific collaboration accelerates innovation, ensuring that industry advancements are based on solid research and data."Meet the guest: Dr. Martin Zuidhof is a professor at the University of Alberta with a Ph.D. in Animal Science. With over 100 published research papers, his work focuses on poultry systems modeling and precision feeding technologies. He is deeply involved in the Poultry Science Association (PSA), serving as its president and advocating for innovation in poultry research.What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(00:53) Introduction(06:26) PSA’s role(10:45) Publishing in poultry science(15:41) Industry networking benefits(20:57) Leadership opportunities in PSA(27:58) Precision feeding innovations(31:46) Final QuestionsThe Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: PSA- dsm-firmenich- Evonik- Probiotech- Adisseo- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- AB Vista- bioMérieux- Boehringer Ingelheim𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Poultry Podcast ShowInstagram: The Poultry Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Poultry Podcast Show
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Dr. Juan DeVillena: Data-Driven Food Safety | Ep. 138
In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Juan DeVillena, Sr. Vice President of Quality Assurance and Food Safety at Wayne-Sanderson Farms, talks about the important role data plays in poultry food safety and decision-making. He covers the challenges and advantages of using data-driven approaches in the industry, from sample collection to analyzing microbiological results. Dr. DeVillena also shares how technology and predictive analytics are shaping the future of food safety. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Data-driven decisions help avoid relying on industry myths, ensuring that interventions are not just accepted but backed by scientific evidence."Meet the guest: Dr. Juan DeVillena, Sr. Vice President of Quality Assurance and Food Safety at Wayne-Sanderson Farms, has over 20 years of experience in poultry safety and operations. With a Ph.D. in Food Science from Texas Tech University, he brings a strong background in food microbiology and food safety. Dr. DeVillena shares how data and innovative technologies are revolutionizing poultry safety management and the role of predictive analytics in driving business decisions.What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:10) Introduction(05:20) Role of data in food safety(11:40) Sampling strategies(13:30) Challenges in microbial testing(15:50) Data analysis and biological effects(20:00) Future of predictive analytics(23:45) Final QuestionsThe Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: bioMérieux- Boehringer Ingelheim- dsm-firmenich- Evonik- Probiotech- Adisseo- PSA- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- AB Vista𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Poultry Podcast ShowInstagram: The Poultry Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Poultry Podcast Show
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Dr. Peta Taylor: Poultry Welfare Tips | Ep. 137
In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, we’re bringing back our conversation with Dr. Peta Taylor, a lecturer in animal science. She sheds light on key challenges in poultry welfare, from issues like piling, smothering, and feather licking in commercial flocks to the benefits of environmental enrichment. Dr. Taylor also shares how thoughtful range management can improve the well-being of meat chickens. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn practical, science-backed strategies that can make a real difference in poultry care and productivity."Creating challenges in early life can have massive implications for the neurobiology and behavior of animals."Meet the guest: Dr. Peta Taylor is a lecturer in animal science at the University of Melbourne with a Ph.D. in animal welfare from the same institution. Her research focuses on poultry welfare, environmental enrichment, and understanding abnormal behaviors in commercial flocks. With extensive experience in academia and industry collaboration, she is passionate about improving poultry well-being through applied science.What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:05) Introduction(16:18) Abnormal Behaviors in Poultry(19:09) Impact of Environmental Enrichment(23:39) Free-Range Systems and Welfare(31:32) Maternal Calls and Poultry Welfare(36:09) Future Directions in Poultry Research(42:35) Final QuestionsThe Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- PSA- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- AB Vista- bioMérieux- Boehringer Ingelheim- dsm-firmenich- Evonik- Probiotech- Adisseo𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Poultry Podcast ShowInstagram: The Poultry Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Poultry Podcast Show
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Dr. Antonio Ricci: Salmonella Control in Poultry | Ep. 136
In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Antonio Ricci, Technical Director at Anitox, shares insights on strategies for controlling salmonella in poultry production. He covers essential steps like ensuring chicks are free from salmonella, strengthening biosecurity, and keeping feed and water clean. Dr. Ricci stresses the importance of taking a comprehensive approach to creating a salmonella-free supply chain. Tune in on all major platforms to learn how to improve poultry health and boost production!"Salmonella control strategies should be comprehensive, targeting all potential sources of contamination, including feed, water, and biosecurity measures throughout the supply chain."Meet the guest: Dr. Antonio Ricci is the Technical Director at Anitox for the EMEA region. He holds an MSc in Infectious Diseases and has over 15 years of experience in poultry health. Dr. Ricci has worked as a senior poultry veterinarian at Poultry Health Services and Slate Hall Veterinary Services, focusing on large poultry integrators. He also served as a poultry specialist at IDEXX. Currently, he leads efforts in salmonella control and biosecurity for Anitox.What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:12) Introduction(04:24) Salmonella control strategies(07:00) Biosecurity in poultry(09:22) Managing feed hygiene(14:00) Sanitizing feed(21:49) Sustainable sanitation methods(28:24) Final QuestionsThe Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:Anitox- Adisseo- PSA- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- AB Vista- bioMérieux- Boehringer Ingelheim- dsm-firmenich- Evonik- Probiotech𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Instagram: The Poultry Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Poultry Podcast Show
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Dr. Andrea Etter: Backyard Poultry & Food Safety | Ep. 135
Spring is here, and with it, we bring you this special episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, focused on Biosecurity Season Preparedness. Dr. Andrea Etter from the University of Vermont joins us to discuss her research on Salmonella and Campylobacter in backyard poultry. She highlights the challenges of sample collection, reveals some surprising findings about the prevalence of these pathogens, and explains the risks they pose to both public health and commercial poultry. Tune in to learn how biosecurity, environmental sampling, and consumer education can help manage these diseases. Listen now on all major platforms!"Biosecurity at small farms is often minimal, increasing the likelihood of disease transmission between flocks, wildlife, and even human handlers."Meet the guest: Dr. Andrea Etter is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences at the University of Vermont, with a secondary appointment in Animal Sciences. She earned her Ph.D. in Food Safety and Microbiology from Purdue University and specializes in bacterial food safety, focusing on Salmonella, Listeria, and Campylobacter in small-scale and backyard agriculture. Her research aims to bridge food safety gaps and inform public health strategies.What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:22) Introduction (02:32) Salmonella in backyard poultry (11:48) Campylobacter detection issues (16:27) Biosecurity and public health (19:40) Industry implications & risks (28:28) Consumer education challenges (33:00) Final QuestionsThe Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Probiotech- Adisseo- PSA- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- AB Vista- bioMérieux- Boehringer Ingelheim- dsm-firmenich𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Instagram: The Poultry Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Poultry Podcast Show
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