The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, in recognition of World Food Day, Dr. Keith Warriner, professor at the University of Guelph, explores how food and feed safety culture supports safer systems. He discusses workplace behavior, leadership, accountability, and emerging technologies that can improve food safety practices across the supply chain. Discover how stronger safety approaches...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Megan Van Emon, Extension Beef Cattle Specialist and Professor at Montana State University, explains how producers can prepare cattle for winter while managing nitrate risk in forage. She discusses testing small-grain hay, matching supplements to cow requirements, supporting newly weaned calves, reducing transport stress, and evaluating emergin...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Professor at Cornell University, explains why modern dairy nutrition must keep pace with continuous genetic progress. He discusses the evolution of the Cornell Net Carbohydrate and Protein System, emerging amino acid requirements, and research aimed at reducing nitrogen excretion without sacrificing productivity. Listen now on...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Guillermo Téllez-Isaias, founder of Gut Health LLC and former University of Arkansas Research Professor, explains why feed additives should be selected only after defining the biological problem they must solve. He explores the gut as an ecosystem, the role of the microbiome in health and performance, early probiotic application at the hatchery...

In this special rerun episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Richard Kohn from the University of Maryland explains how mathematical modeling shapes diet formulation, nutrient management, and environmental sustainability in livestock systems. He discusses how artificial intelligence could influence feed formulation, the risks of data bias, and the need for critical thinking in animal nutriti...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Daniel Brugger from the University of Helsinki explains why trace mineral nutrition requires more than simply meeting a formulation target. He explores the gaps between formulated, analyzed, and biologically effective supply; the risks created by mixing and delivery variation; and why oversized safety margins can increase cost, environmental lo...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Brian Arnall from Oklahoma State University explains how agricultural technology, data, and artificial intelligence can improve farm decisions and efficiency. He discusses data quality, predictive models, practical AI applications, and labor challenges shaping technology adoption across agriculture. Discover how digital tools can support more e...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Markus Wiltafsky-Martin, Director of Service Commercialization at Evonik, discusses precision nutrition, feed ingredient quality, NIR technology, heat damage evaluation, and data-driven decision-making. He explains how sampling, ingredient variability, digestible nutrients, and connected data systems support more accurate feed formulation and i...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Byron Chaves, Associate Extension Specialist and Professor at Rutgers University, explains how microbiological risk connects animal feed, food processing, and consumer safety. He discusses contamination control, quantitative risk assessment, manufacturing practices, pathogen adaptation, and integrated food safety systems from farm to processing...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Lara Moody from the Institute for Feed Education and Research and Leah Wilkinson from the American Feed Industry Association explain how vitamin and amino acid supply chains affect animal food production, food security, and domestic manufacturing. They discuss new species-specific reports, policy priorities, and strategies to strengthen ingredient...

In this special episode re-run of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Mike Hutjens, Professor Emeritus of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois, explores the impact of dairy nutrition on milk components. He discusses forage quality, fat sources, and feed strategies to optimize milk fat and protein yields. Learn how genetics, management, and technology work together to improve dairy performa...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Mohamed Osman, Head of Feed Operations and Business Development, discusses feed industry growth across the Middle East, practical feed mill optimization, operational excellence, AI integration, and strategies to improve efficiency without major capital investment. Valuable insights on feed manufacturing, maintenance, and future industry trends make...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Constance Cullman, President and CEO of the American Feed Industry Association, explains how key U.S. legislation could modernize feed ingredient approvals, strengthen supply chain resilience, and expand domestic aquaculture. The discussion highlights innovation, regulatory modernization, ingredient security, and opportunities for the animal feed i...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Federico Podversich, a postdoctoral researcher at South Dakota State University, explains how screwworm affects livestock, how producers can recognize early signs, and practical strategies to prevent and manage infestations. Practical insights cover feedlots, cow-calf operations, seasonal management, and biosecurity considerations. Listen now o...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Warren Rusche, Assistant Professor and Extension Beef Feedlot Management Specialist at South Dakota State University, explains the economic and biological factors driving larger beef carcass weights. He discusses cattle feeding profitability, market signals, packing industry challenges, carcass efficiency, cow size considerations, and emerging...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Jared Froetschner, Managing Partner at White River Ag Consulting, discusses how agronomy, feed processing, and regulatory compliance influence feed quality and animal production. He explains the importance of connecting crop management with feed manufacturing, navigating FDA expectations, applying research to product development, and using data ana...

In this special re-run episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Jennifer Duringer from Oregon State University, who shares expert insight into mycotoxins in animal feed and how they impact livestock safety and productivity. She explains testing strategies, storage best practices, and how climate and geography influence contamination risks. Discover essentia...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Mikaela Heggenstaller, Director of Poultry Nutrition at Handsome Brook Farms, discusses organic poultry nutrition, ingredient sourcing, amino acid limitations, feed quality management, and partnerships across the organic feed supply chain. She also shares perspectives on women in agriculture and evolving workplace dynamics within the feed industry....

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Gretchen Mosher, Professor at Iowa State University, discusses ingredient recalls in animal feed systems, including common causes, supplier risk management, traceability, recall preparedness, communication strategies, and emerging technologies. She explains how preventive planning, recordkeeping, and effective response systems can reduce operat...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Cesar Menendez from Smithfield Foods discusses feed mill efficiency, labor retention, equipment reliability, and operational strategies for modern feed manufacturing. He explains how preventive maintenance, employee training, alternative ingredients, and maximizing equipment performance can reduce production costs while improving feed quality and o...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Merritt Drewery from Texas State University discusses hemp and biochar applications in beef cattle systems. She explains cannabinoid transference, sustainable forage opportunities, rumen impacts, and emerging research focused on improving pasture health and reducing methane production. Dr. Drewery also explores consumer perceptions and future r...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Matt Buyers, President of AB Livestock at Agri Beef, explains how localized ingredient sourcing supports cattle performance in the Pacific Northwest. He discusses steam flaking, wheat-based diets, potato byproducts, and feed efficiency strategies. Matt also shares insights on vertical integration, sustainability, and leadership development in cattl...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Peter Surai, Professor at Vitagene and Health Research Centre, explains how vitagenes help poultry and pigs respond to production stress. He discusses oxidative stress, antioxidant defenses, heat shock proteins, and water-based nutritional strategies that support resilience during heat stress, vaccination, weaning, and other short-term challeng...

In this special re-run episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Charles Qin, a technical consultant with over 30 years of experience in animal nutrition and regulatory affairs, who discusses the hidden costs and complexities of using trace minerals and vitamins in animal feed. He explains nutrient interactions, stability challenges, and the value of separat...

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Andrew Muhammad, agricultural policy expert at the University of Tennessee, explains how tariffs, China's trade retaliation, and Brazil's rise as a soybean powerhouse are reshaping U.S. feed competitiveness. He identifies emerging markets in Southeast Asia and sub-Saharan Africa and outlines how trade uncertainty affects pricing, planni...