Beyond Colostrum: An SCCL Podcast

In episode 7 of Beyond Colostrum: An SCCL Podcast, we dive into the current market dynamics surrounding colostrum supply, pricing, and capacity building. Join me, Sydney Fortier, and our guests SCCL CEO Michael Chubb and SCCL General Manager Chelsea Leavitt as we explore the reasons behind rising colostrum costs, including increased competition and global demand. We discuss SCCL's strategies to ex...

In Part 2 of our SCCL Quality Assurance series, we explore how colostrum quality, consistency, and safety impact calf, lamb, and kid health. Join host Sydney Fortier and to learn how SCCL standardizes naturally variable maternal colostrum to help support passive immunity and improve herd health outcomes. With our guests Ron Sargent and Chantelle Gosselin, we discuss passive transfer testing, herd...

In Episode 5 of Beyond Colostrum: An SCCL Podcast, we dive into the critical aspects of colostrum quality, consistency, and safety. Join me, your host Sydney Fortier, as I explore the rigorous quality assurance processes that ensure every calf receives the best start. I'm joined by experts Ron Sargent and Chantelle Gosselin, who share their insights on testing protocols, safety measures, and the s...

In this episode of Beyond Colostrum: An SCCL Podcast, we explore how colostrum enrichment is reshaping calf health and immunity. Join Dr. Juliana Mergh Leão and Dr. Dave Renaud as they discuss the natural variability of maternal colostrum and its impact on successful immune transfer in calves. They explain how enrichment offers a practical solution to improve consistency—helping producers deliver...

In this throwback episode of Beyond Colostrum, we explore the value of investing in a colostrum replacer for beef calves and why it plays a critical role in early‑life calf health and long‑term productivity. The episode breaks down how strategic colostrum supplementation can improve calf performance and protect producer profitability. This episode examines the economic and performance benefits of...

In this episode of Beyond Colostrum: An SCCL Podcast, we continue our deep dive into the foundations of Saskatoon Colostrum with SCCL founder Dr. Debbie Haines and SCCL CEO Michael Chubb. Join us, as we explore the transformative impact of SCCL products on the dairy and beef industries. We discuss the shift from traditional colostrum collection to the convenience and reliability of SCCL's scientif...

In this inaugural episode of Beyond Colostrum, I delve into the foundational story of Saskatoon Colostrum (SCCL) alongside Michael Chubb, CEO, and Dr. Debbie Haines, veterinarian and founder. We explore the evolution of SCCL, from its early days of colostrum research to becoming a global leader in colostrum management. Discover how SCCL has pioneered research-backed colostrum products that enhance...