The Poultry Podcast Show

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Ariel Bergeron from Adisseo NCA shares practical and inspiring advice for professionals making the leap from academia to the poultry industry. She talks about the challenges of building a career, the importance of networking, and the dynamic responsibilities of technical services. This episode is packed with actionable tips and insights to help you...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Doug Korver, Professor Emeritus from the University of Alberta and one of your co-hosts, shares valuable insights into some of the biggest health challenges in poultry production today. He discusses the transition away from growth-promoting antibiotics, strategies for managing bacterial and viral diseases, and practical ways to improve gut health an...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Natalie Morgan, a Poultry Nutrition Researcher, takes us into the fascinating world of poultry nutrition, highlighting the crucial role of fiber in the diets of broilers and layers. She breaks down the different types of fiber, discusses their effects on gut health, and shares how new research is challenging traditional beliefs about fiber's imp...

I'm Dr. Pratima Adhikari, and I’m thrilled to kick off my first episode as cohost on The Poultry Podcast Show! Very excited to embark on this journey with you. In this episode, our special guest is Cara Wilcox, a Ph. D. candidate at Padjajaran University, shares her experiences and findings on broiler welfare in Indonesia. Drawing from hands-on research across various farms and her work with i...

In this special New Year episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Bruce Stewart-Brown, Chief Science Officer at Perdue Farms, shares his perspective on balancing sustainability, animal welfare, and production efficiency in the poultry industry. He covers everything from tackling consumer concerns to adopting innovative solutions, offering a glimpse into the challenges and opportunities shaping the fut...

In this special Christmas episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Michael Lilburn, Professor Emeritus at Ohio State University, shares his wealth of experience in poultry nutrition and production. He explores advancements in turkey health, the challenges of feed ingredients, and the growing importance of enzymes and additives in modern poultry farming. Don't miss this engaging discussion pack...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Jennifer Ellis from the University of Guelph talks about how machine learning can improve feed mill systems and pellet quality. She shares practical insights on boosting efficiency and consistency in the poultry industry using cutting-edge, data-driven strategies. Discover how these innovations are shaping the future of poultry production and helpin...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Yuko Sato from Iowa State University shares important updates on avian influenza, covering recent surveillance efforts and biosecurity practices. Dr. Sato sheds light on how the virus spreads between different species, the latest findings from ongoing surveillance, and possible strategies to protect both poultry and dairy farms. Tune in to get a cle...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Carrie Walk, Head of R&D at AB Vista, explores the critical role of calcium in poultry nutrition. Dr. Walk shares her extensive research on how calcium affects phosphorus digestibility, bone health, and overall poultry performance. Get practical tips on how to optimize calcium levels in broilers and layers to boost their productivity and health....

Join us for the fourth episode of the Animal Protein Sustainability Series, where Julie Anna Potts, President & CEO of the Meat Institute, explores the importance of sustainability in the meat industry. From food safety to environmental impact and animal welfare, Potts discusses the comprehensive efforts the Meat Institute is spearheading to meet evolving consumer expectations. Tune in to lear...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Sonia Liu from The University of Sydney shares practical strategies to elevate poultry diets in today’s fast-paced industry. She covers key areas like protein digestion, amino acid balance, and sustainable options to replace soybean meal, offering actionable insights for boosting poultry health and performance. Tune in to explore how these nutrition...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Jacqueline Jacob from the University of Kentucky talks about the important educational gaps that exist for veterinarians working with poultry, especially with the introduction of new feed regulations. She emphasizes the need for veterinarians to have the right knowledge and shares details about a new online course aimed at closing this gap. Tune in...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Sherwin Camba from the University of the Philippines Los Baños shares insights on the critical challenges of salmonella and avian influenza in poultry production, focusing on control measures in Southeast Asia. Dr. Camba highlights key strategies, including vaccination, biosecurity, and the impact of environmental factors like rodents in spreading d...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Ruediger Hauck from Auburn University takes a closer look at the complexities of enteric health in poultry. He highlights the challenges of defining what enteric health really means, explains the importance of microbiota, and shares insights from the latest research on poultry diseases and gut health. Don't miss this episode for valuable updates...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Nick Evans from Adisseo talks about the role of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) in poultry nutrition and health. He explains how MCFAs help support gut health, boost disease prevention, and enhance overall performance. With his extensive experience in research and technical support, Dr. Evans shares insights on the growing science behind these feed...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Morgan Farnell from Texas A&M University talks about some of the major challenges in poultry production and the innovative solutions being developed to address them. He covers important topics like biosecurity, antimicrobial resistance, and gut health. Dr. Farnell also shares insights from recent research on disinfection methods, vaccine trials,...

In this special rerun of The Poultry Podcast Show, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Luis Munoz, an expert in poultry microbiology, who discusses critical advancements in pathogen control within poultry production. He explores how alternatives to antibiotics can reduce foodborne pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter, emphasizing the importance of biosecurity and intervention strategies. His...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Robert Taylor Jr. takes us through the captivating journey of poultry immunology, highlighting key discoveries like the Bursa and the major histocompatibility complex (MHC). He shares how these breakthroughs have transformed our understanding of avian immunity and their impact on disease resistance in poultry. Find out how these scientific advanceme...

Join us for the third episode of the Animal Protein Sustainability Series, hosted by me, David Dayhoff, as we explore the critical role of sustainability in animal agriculture. In this episode, Dr. Partha Ray and Dr. Kelly Racette from The Nature Conservancy share their expertise on integrating sustainable practices within the livestock sector. They discuss agriculture's role in conservation,...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Shelby Corray from dsm-firmenich discusses the vital role of vitamin D3 and its metabolite 25-hydroxy D3 in poultry nutrition. She explains how these nutrients influence bone health, immune function, and overall poultry performance, providing practical, evidence-based strategies to boost production efficiency. Tune in to discover how optimizing vitamin...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Shayan Sharif from the University of Guelph shares his perspective on the growing challenges facing the poultry industry, with a special focus on avian influenza. Dr. Sharif explains how the virus is changing, its effects on different species, and the intricacies of developing effective vaccination strategies. Join us to discover how the industry ca...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Cangliang Shen from West Virginia University talks about the key challenges and innovative approaches to maintaining microbial safety in poultry processing, with a particular focus on small-scale operations. Dr. Shen offers valuable insights into effective pathogen control, the role of mobile poultry processing units, and the importance of educating...

Get ready to explore the significance of sustainability in the food industry with the second episode of our special 4-part Animal Protein Sustainability Series , hosted by me, David Dayhoff . In this episode, Stewart Lindsay , Chief Sustainability Officer at Campbell Soup Company, discusses how sustainability is integrated into every facet of the food value chain. Stewart shares insights on emissi...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Theresia Lavergne from Natural Biologics talks about the crucial role that natural feed additives play in boosting poultry health and preventing diseases. She shares her expertise on the latest research aimed at reducing protozoan infections in broilers and turkeys through the use of natural compounds. Dr. Lavergne highlights the need for cost-effec...

In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Dana Dittoe, Assistant Professor of Meat Microbiology at the University of Wyoming, discusses the vital connection between pre-harvest and post-harvest strategies in enhancing poultry health and food safety. Dr. Dittoe shares insights from her research on organic and inorganic acids, examining their effects on microbial ecology and their significanc...