The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast
The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast delivers concise, nine-minute episodes on poultry nutrition, featuring insights from leading experts in the global poultry industry. It is designed for busy poultry nutritionists who want to stay current with effective industry practices without spending too much time. Each episode provides practical knowledge that can be easily integrated into a professional's routine.
Episodes
Dr. Juan José Pascual: Poultry Protein Efficiency - Part 1 | Ep. 173
In Part 1 of this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Juan José Pascual, from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, explains how precision protein nutrition can improve poultry feeding. He examines protein utilization, amino acid digestibility, nonessential amino acid availability, and absorption timing as opportunities to improve nutritional efficiency and sustainability. Di
Dr. Morgan Thayer: Phytogenics for Broiler Efficiency
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Morgan Thayer, Monogastric Additive Technical Support at Land O’Lakes on behalf of Fortiva, explains how phytogenic feed additives can support broiler performance. Dr. Thayer discusses bioactive plant compounds, gut health, nutrient utilization, feed conversion, and research findings that connect nutritional strategies to production e
Alexandre Mariani: Digestible Phosphorus Beyond Fixed Feed Values | Ep. 172
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Alexandre Bonadiman Mariani, PhD candidate in Animal Nutrition pursuing a joint degree between Laval University in Canada and the University of Tours / INRAE in France, explains why precision phosphorus nutrition may require moving beyond fixed ingredient values. He discusses a meta-analysis developed to predict digestible phosphorus base
Dr. Chris Rude: Formulating Diets Across Egg Marketing Categories | Ep. 171
In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chris Rude, Poultry Nutritionist at Pete & Gerry's Organics, explains how specialty egg markets shape layer diet formulation. He discusses certification requirements, omega-3 targets, yolk pigmentation, shell color, egg size, ingredient quality, and the health challenges of outdoor systems. Learn how nutritionist
Dr. Brian Oakley: Importance Of Cecal Microbiome For Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 170
In this special National Chicken Month episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Brian Oakley, Professor at Western University of Health Sciences, explains the importance of the cecal microbiome in poultry nutrition. He discusses how microbial communities, fiber fermentation, and cecal activity influence feed efficiency, bird performance, and gut health. Explore how microbiome resear
Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck: Arginine Silicate Inositol in Late Phase Laying Hens | Ep. 169
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck, Associate Professor of Poultry Nutrition and Immunology at Iowa State University, discusses arginine silicate inositol supplementation in late-phase laying hens. She explains how different inclusion levels influenced eggshell quality and bone density, why improved calcium retention may be involved, and how producers
Dr. Jung Min Heo: Inside Korean Poultry Nutrition and Feed Additives | Ep. 168
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jung Min Heo, Professor at Chungnam National University, discusses how precision nutrition can help poultry producers balance productivity, cost, and sustainability. He explains why low-protein diets require careful amino acid balancing, how probiotics can influence gut health, stress status, egg quality, and overall layer performance
Dr. Gregory Archer: Tryptophan and Poultry Stress | Ep. 167
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gregory Archer, Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M AgriLife, explains how tryptophan, serotonin, and probiotics may influence poultry stress responses and behavior. He examines nutritional strategies, gut-brain signaling, amino acid requirements, and opportunities to translate controlled research into commercial poult
Dr. Colt Knight: Pasture Utilization In Broiler Production | Ep. 166
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Colt Knight, from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, explains how broiler genetics, feed efficiency, forage use, and housing management influence pasture poultry production. He compares conventional and slower-growing broilers while highlighting production timelines, water use, pasture management, and economic consideratio
Dr. Colt Knight: Feed Strategies for Pasture Broilers | Ep. 165
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Colt Knight, Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, explains pasture contributions to broiler nutrition. Key findings cover forage intake, feed requirements, bird activity, production costs, and pasture management challenges. Discover what research reveals about the nutriti
Dr. Sandro Cerrate: Field Strategies for Broiler Nutrition | Ep. 164
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandro Cerrate, Poultry Nutrition Consultant at Credinser LLC, explains practical strategies to improve broiler breeder and layer performance through feather scoring, body condition assessment, nutrient optimization, and mycotoxin management. He also shares field experiences from poultry operations across multiple countries and discus
Dr. Elad Tako: Grape Pomace in Poultry Diet | Ep. 163
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elad Tako, Associate Professor at Cornell University, explains how grape pomace can support poultry gut health, improve microbiome function, and contribute to sustainable nutrition strategies. The discussion highlights research on antibiotic alternatives, low grade inflammation, coccidiosis, and agricultural byproduct upcycling for po
Iqra Nazir: Bacteriophages For Poultry Health | Ep. 162
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Iqra Nazir, PhD candidate at Purdue University, explains how bacteriophage technology could help reduce antimicrobial resistance in poultry while supporting gut health and bird performance. She discusses targeted pathogen control, microbiome preservation, immune response, and practical delivery strategies for commercial production. Listen
Dr. Thiago Noetzold: Improving Broiler Breeder Hatchability | Ep. 161
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Thiago Noetzold, an independent consultant specializing in agricultural statistics and data analysis, explains the factors influencing broiler breeder hatchability and fertility. Topics include male management, flock uniformity, precision feeding, separate nutrition programs, and practical strategies to improve reproductive performanc
Dr. Michelle Kromm: One Health for Poultry Production | Ep. 160
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michelle Kromm, Principal of Food Forward LLC, explains why highly pathogenic avian influenza requires a broader risk management strategy beyond biosecurity alone. Practical insights include vaccination, surveillance, stakeholder collaboration, trade considerations, and long-term disease resilience to protect poultry health, productio
Dr. Michelle Kromm: Avian Influenza's New Reality | Ep. 159
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michelle Kromm, a poultry veterinarian and risk management consultant, discusses the ongoing impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza on poultry production. She examines outbreak trends, biosecurity challenges, endemic virus dynamics, economic pressures, mental health considerations, and the evolving discussion around vaccination s
Dr. Natalie Morgan: Fiber in Poultry Diets | Ep. 158
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Natalie Morgan, an Associate Professor at Curtin University, who explains the role of fiber in poultry diets. She discusses soluble and insoluble fiber, effects on gut health, microbiota, and nutrient utilization, and challenges in fiber measurement. The conversation highlights opportunities to use fiber
Dr. Meaghan Meyer: Broiler Welfare Beyond Enrichment | Ep. 157
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Meaghan Meyer, Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University, discusses broiler social dynamics, environmental enrichment, feeding behavior, and welfare assessment. She explains how enrichment strategies influence activity, resource access, feed intake, and flock behavior while highlighting practical considerations for commercial p
Olumide Olowe: Brown Seaweed for Broilers | Ep. 156
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Olumide Olowe, PhD Candidate at Purdue University, discusses the potential of brown seaweed as a functional ingredient in broiler nutrition. He explains its effects on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, intestinal health, microbiota composition, and short-chain fatty acid production, while addressing challenges related to ingredi
Dr. Jean Noblet: Predicting Feed Energy Accurately | Ep. 155
In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring you a crossover with The Poultry Podcast Show. Co-host Dr. Pratima Adhikari sits down with Dr. Jean Noblet, consultant in monogastric nutrition and former INRA Director of Research, who explains practical approaches for estimating net energy in poultry feeds. He discusses prediction equations, energy evaluation methods, i
Dr. Jean Noblet: Net Energy in Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 154
In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring you a crossover with The Poultry Podcast Show. Co-host Dr. Pratima Adhikari sits down with Dr. Jean Noblet, consultant in monogastric nutrition and former INRA Director of Research, to explain the evolution of poultry feed energy evaluation from metabolizable energy to net energy systems. He discusses indirect calorimetry
Dr. Pedro Ferzola: Early Nutrition in Poultry | Ep. 153
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Pedro Ferzola, a research associate at FFoQSI and scientist at BOKU University, explains early feeding strategies in broiler chickens. He highlights the importance of nutrient timing, energy sources, and feed processing to support gut development and performance. Learn how early nutrition shapes outcomes and why precision feeding matt
Dr. Birger Svihus: Particle Size Preference | Ep. 152
In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Birger Svihus from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences breaks down how particle size affects broiler feeding behavior. He shares insights into how birds select feed particles, their preferences for fines, and the implications for feed formulation. Find out how a closer look at pecking patterns could change the way
Thomas Jones: Predicting Amino Acids In Real Time | Ep. 151
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Thomas Jones, a PhD student at the University of Georgia’s Department of Poultry Science, presents research on using near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) to predict digestible amino acid content in soybean meal. By correlating rooster bioassay data with NIR spectra, the method enables rapid, real-time nutrient assessment at the f
Emmanuel Nuamah: Meta-Analysis in Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 150
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Emmanuel Nuamah, Research Assistant at Jeonbuk National University in South Korea, explains how meta-analysis combines data from multiple studies to deliver more reliable, evidence-based nutritional strategies for broilers and layers. He walks through the full meta-analysis process, from the PICO framework to bias screening, and discusses
Dr. Rony Riveros: Precision Nutrition for Sustainable Poultry | Ep. 149
In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, marking Earth Day, we welcome Dr. Rony Riveros, a postdoctoral researcher specializing in energy metabolism, mineral metabolism, and nutritional modeling in broilers and laying hens, who explores how precision nutrition and mathematical modeling can drive more sustainable poultry production. He explains how dynamic nutritional mod
Dr. Stacey Roberts: Commercial Layer Nutrition Strategies | Ep. 148
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stacey Roberts, Senior Director of Nutrition at Versova, explains how genetics influence layer nutrient requirements and feeding strategies. She highlights digestible amino acids, alternative ingredients, and how to apply research data in commercial systems. Dr. Roberts also discusses aligning nutrition with production goals and flock
Laura Guarás: Alpha-Galactosidase In Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 147
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Laura Guarás, RD&A Manager at Kerry, explains how alpha-galactosidase enzymes improve the nutritional value of soybean meal in poultry diets. She explores galactooligosaccharides, nutrient availability, multi-enzyme strategies, and advances in bioengineering that improve enzyme stability and performance in feed systems. Laura also hig
Dr. Taina Lopes: Newcastle Disease Impact | Ep. 146
In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Taina Lopes, a postdoctoral fellow at Auburn University, who explores how nutrition can influence immune responses to Newcastle disease in poultry. She breaks down the impact of viral shedding, immunization challenges, and the role of nutrients like vitamin D and zinc in immune suppor
Dr. Juan Espino: Amino Acid Balance for Layers | Ep. 145 - Part 2
In this part two episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Juan Espino, an animal nutritionist in Guatemala, continues the conversation, now discussing amino acid density and arginine strategies to support extended lay. He explains how optimizing arginine-to-lysine ratios can improve flock uniformity, egg persistence, immune response, and shell quality through antioxidant nutrition.
Bethany Alexander: Liver Health in Laying Hens | Ep. 144
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Bethany Alexander, PhD student at Virginia Tech, discusses the role of choline in laying hen nutrition and its importance for liver health and fat metabolism. Research evaluating a natural choline alternative compared different dietary strategies and explored impacts on egg production and egg quality. Results highlight opportunities and l
Dr. Juan Espino: Nutrition for 100 Week Layers | Ep. 143 - Part 1
In this part one episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Juan Espino, an animal nutritionist in Guatemala, discusses nutritional strategies for extended lay cycles up to 100 weeks. He explains phase feeding, calcium management, body weight control, amino acid balance, and antioxidant support to sustain shell quality and persistency. Learn practical approaches to improve long-term l
Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi: Resistant Starch in Poultry Diet | Ep. 142
In this part 2 episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi, Associate Professor at the University of Georgia, continues the conversation explaining how resistant starch influences gut health and performance responses in broilers. He discusses feeding duration, timing of inclusion, disease challenge models, and practical ingredient considerations for commercial diets. D
Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi: Starch and Gut Health | Ep. 141
In this part 1 episode of the Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi, Associate Professor at the University of Georgia, explains how resistant starch functions as a nutritional strategy to support poultry gut health. He outlines starch digestion, fermentation benefits, feed processing effects, and practical inclusion levels. Listen now on all major platforms!“Pelleting does not
Milan Kandel: Modern Canola Nutrition | Ep. 140
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Milan Kandel, PhD candidate at the University of Sydney, explains how canola products can be better used in poultry diets. He discusses Australian feed-ingredient challenges, the nutritional benefits of canola, key anti-nutritional factors, and how processing methods improve digestibility and performance. Learn research-driven strategies
Hamid Naeini: Managing Blackhead Disease Through Nutrition | Ep. 139
I'm Dr. Doug Korver, and I’m thrilled to kick off my first episode as co-host on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast! Very excited to embark on this journey with you. In this episode, our special guest is Hamid Naeini, a PhD candidate at the University of Georgia. We discuss nutritional approaches to Blackhead disease control in turkeys, including transmission routes, clinical signs, and l
Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi: Reduced Protein Diets | Ep. 138
In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi, associate professor at the University of Georgia, discusses reduced protein diets in broiler nutrition. He explains the challenges of replacing soybean meal, the role of alternative protein feedstuffs, and how amino acids influence performance and gut health. Learn how these approaches impact both produ
Dr. Rana Waqar Tabish: Multi-Omics for Better Nutrition | Ep. 137
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Rana Waqar Tabish from Auburn University breaks down how multi-omics is being applied to practical poultry nutrition challenges. He explains how transcriptomics and microbiome data clarify gut health responses to calcium levels, limestone particle size, and fiber strategies under necrotic enteritis and coccidiosis pressure. The discus
Dr. Sami Dridi: Beta Mannans Impact on Poultry | Ep. 136
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sami Dridi from the University of Arkansas explains the molecular and physiological impact of beta mannan on poultry health and performance. He breaks down how beta mannan triggers inflammation, affects gut integrity, and reduces feed efficiency, and he shares research on how beta mannanase can counter these challenges. Listen now on
Dr. Isaac Poaty Ditengou: Meta-analytical Tools Matter | Ep. 135
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Isaac Poaty Ditengou from Laval University in Canada explains how meta-analysis is applied in poultry nutrition research. He breaks down the fundamentals of data collection, inclusion criteria, and interpretation of results, while highlighting common challenges faced by researchers and students. The conversation shows why meta-analysi
Dr. Ayodeji Aderibigbe: Rethinking Poultry Diets in a Stressful World | Ep. 134
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ayodeji Aderibigbe from The Ohio State University talks about going beyond corn and soy to rethink poultry diets in today’s stressful production environments. He discusses alternatives to traditional corn-soy diets, the role of fiber and ingredient diversity, and how small feed adjustments can help birds to handle stress while maintai
Dr. Vivian Vieira: Feedstuff Quality Control | Ep. 133
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Vivian Vieira from the University of Alberta discusses how ingredient quality directly affects poultry nutrition outcomes. The conversation focuses on the quality control of feedstuff ingredients, emphasizing grain hardness, processing effects, and nutrient utilization. Practical insights highlight how nutritionists can better interpr
Dr. John Boney: Nutrient Segregation Insights | Ep. 132
In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. John Boney from Penn State University explains how nutrient segregation develops inside commercial poultry houses and why sampling location matters. He shares new data on feed line length, pellet quality, and amino acid variability, and how these factors influence flock uniformity and processing outcomes. Learn practical
Dr. Bonnie Walters: Backyard Poultry Insights | Ep. 131
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Bonnie Walters from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls breaks down critical management factors for backyard flocks, including breed selection, regional housing needs, and balanced feeding strategies to keep small flocks productive and healthy. Listen now on all major platforms!"Balanced diets remain essential for backyard bir
Dr. Ashley House: Research Driven Decisions | Ep. 130
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ashley House from Fieldale Farms Corporation discusses how integrated operations use controlled research and field validation to guide formulation decisions. She explains trial design, product evaluation criteria, amino acid strategy development, and how data from research farms transitions into commercial implementation. Listen now o
Matt Oryschak: Faba Beans in Poultry Diets | Ep. 129
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Matt Oryschak from the University of Alberta shares his latest findings on using faba beans as a feed ingredient for broilers and layers. He discusses their nutritional value, tannin concerns, inclusion levels, and opportunities for Western Canadian pulse growers. Learn how faba beans can balance performance and sustainability in poultry
Dr. Chris Rude: Formulating Diets Across Egg Marketing Categories | Ep. 128
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chris Rude, Poultry Nutritionist at Pete and Gerry’s Organics, explains how he formulates diets for different egg marketing categories. He explains how nutrition, bird management, and product specifications work together to achieve consistent egg quality and consistency. Listen now on all major platforms!"We’re very much in that s
Isabel Tobin: Colonization Resistance to Protect Chickens | Ep. 127
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Isabel Tobin, Ph.D. candidate at Oklahoma State University, explains her research on gut health and necrotic enteritis prevention in poultry. She highlights how commensal bacteria can strengthen the intestinal barrier, enhance immunity, and reduce pathogen colonization. Listen now on all major platforms!"Colonization resistance is the
Dr. Jerry Spears: Chromium in Turkey Nutrition | Ep. 126
In this episode of the Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jerry Spears, Animal Nutrition Consultant, shares his expertise on trace minerals, with a focus on chromium use in turkeys. He explains how chromium impacts insulin sensitivity, stress reduction, and immune function, while also discussing its effect on growth, feed efficiency, and economic return. Listen now on all major platforms!
Dr. Dawn Koltes: Enzymes in Turkey Nutrition | Ep. 125
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Dawn Koltes from Iowa State University shares her research on enzymes in turkey nutrition. She explains the differences between endogenous and exogenous enzymes, how turkey feeding practices have evolved, and why more updated research is needed. Listen now on all major platforms!"Exogenous enzymes are essentially enzymes that we a
Dr. Dana Didde: Functional Ingredients in Poultry Feed | Ep. 124
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Dana Didde, Poultry Nutritionist at Jones-Hamilton Co., discusses the growing role of functional feed ingredients in modern poultry nutrition. She explains how sodium bisulfate supports gut health, improves feed pH balance, and enhances milling efficiency. Discover how this versatile feed ingredient can enhance nutrition programs and
Dr. Martin Gierus: Insect Meal for Poultry | Ep. 123
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Martin Gierus from the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU) discusses the challenges and opportunities of using insect meal as an alternative protein source in poultry nutrition. He explores digestibility, nutrient variability, and environmental impact compared to traditional feed ingredients. Learn what makes inse
Dr. Rony Riveros: Modeling in Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 122
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Rony Riveros, a postdoctoral researcher at São Paulo State University and visiting scholar at INRAE in France, explains how nutritional modeling is revolutionizing poultry feed strategies. He discusses practical applications for performance optimization, sustainability, and precision feeding using dynamic mathematical tools. Listen no
Jodie Allen: Phytochemical Nanoemulsions for Salmonella Control | Ep. 121
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Jodie Allen, Ph.D. candidate at the University of Connecticut, explains her research on Salmonella control in poultry products. She discusses how phytochemicals and nanoemulsions can enhance food safety, their effectiveness compared to commercial sanitizers, and the challenges of balancing safety with cost and product quality. Listen now
Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge: Teaching Poultry Science | Ep. 120
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge from Texas A&M University shares her journey transitioning from student to faculty in the Poultry Science Department. She discusses the challenges of teaching nearly 400 students a year, adapting to new learning styles, and balancing professionalism with relatability. Learn how she fosters collaboration, prep
Dr. Marco Antonio Ebbing: Consistency in Feed and Nutrition | Ep. 119
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marco Antonio Ebbing, poultry nutritionist at JBS Seara Brazil, explains the key role of ingredient analysis and feed processing in ensuring consistent broiler performance. He highlights the challenges of moisture variability in grains, communication with feed mill staff, and the importance of precise calibrations in formulation. Gain
Savannah Wells: Soybean Add-Backs | Ep. 118
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Savannah Wells from the University of Arkansas explores the use of soybean add-backs and soybean genotype selection for improving nutrient composition in poultry diets. She explains their energy value, moisture content, and practical inclusion in broiler feed. Listen now on all major platforms!"With more soybean crushing, we're pr
Dr. Bayo Sokale: β-mannanase in Poultry | Ep. 117
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Bayo Sokale from BASF breaks down the evolving role of β-mannanase in poultry diets. He shares how this enzyme supports both nutrition and gut health, offers tips on applying matrix values, and explores its impact on the immune response. Listen now on all major platforms!"β-mannanase reduces gut viscosity, which helps improve nutr
Dr. Sandro Cerrate: Field Strategies for Broiler Nutrition | Ep. 116
In this special episode, celebrating National Chicken Month, Dr. Sandro Cerrate, Poultry Nutrition Consultant, shares his insights on broiler breeder nutrition practices. He discusses how different countries approach poultry nutrition, the challenges posed by mycotoxins, and strategies for enhancing egg production and overall poultry health. Listen now on all major platforms!"The best recommen
Dr. Karen Vignale: Turkey Dermatitis & Gut Health Solutions | Ep. 115
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Karen Vignale from Kemin discusses turkey dermatitis and its impact on gut health. She shares insights into the causes of dermatitis in turkeys, its connection to gut permeability, and how a nutritional tool can help mitigate the issue. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Using a combination of probiotics and phytogenics, we were
Dr. Taina Lopes: Newcastle Disease Impact | Ep. 114
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Taina Lopes, a postdoctoral fellow at Auburn University, explores how nutrition may influence immune responses to Newcastle disease in poultry. She breaks down the impact of viral shedding, immunization challenges, and the role of nutrients like vitamin D and zinc in immune support. Learn how immunity and nutrition intersect in poultr
Dr. Michael Lilburn: Zinc’s Role in Poultry Nutrition - Part 2 | Ep. 113
In this second part of the episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michael Lilburn from Ohio State University continues exploring the complexities of zinc nutrition in poultry. He explores transporters, immune function, microbiome interactions, and the limitations of current zinc research methodologies. Dr. Lilburn also discusses the effectiveness of organic vs. inorganic zinc sour
Dr. Michael Lilburn: Zinc in Poultry Diets - Part 1 | Ep. 112
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michael Lilburn, Emeritus Professor at Ohio State University, explores the complex role of zinc in poultry nutrition. He discusses historical context, metabolic functions, enzyme interactions, and ongoing misconceptions around zinc requirements. Gain science-backed insights into digestibility and bioavailability. Listen now on all maj
Juan Gabriel Espino: Growth Curve Modeling | Ep. 111
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Juan Gabriel Espino, specialist in monogastric animal nutrition, discusses the role of mathematics in poultry nutrition and the application of nonlinear models in growth prediction for pullets and broilers. He explains how the Gompertz function can be used as a powerful tool to improve feed phase management, optimize nutrient strategies,
Dr. Birger Svihus: Particle Size Preference | Ep. 110
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Birger Svihus from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences breaks down how particle size affects broiler feeding behavior. He shares insights into how birds select feed particles, their preferences for fines, and the implications for feed formulation. Find out how a closer look at pecking patterns could change the way we think about
Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi: Reduced Protein Diets | Ep. 109
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi from the University of Georgia shares key findings from his studies with reduced-protein diets in poultry diets. He explains the role of alternative protein sources, amino acid supplementation, and phase-specific feeding strategies in maintaining performance. Learn how these approaches impact both production and envir
Dr. Cangliang Shen: Microbial Safety in Poultry Processing | Ep. 108
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Cangliang Shen from West Virginia University explores how microbial contamination in poultry poses emerging challenges for food safety. He discusses the use of surrogate bacteria, thermal processing techniques, and sanitation protocols in real-world poultry feed operations. Listen now on all major platforms!"We find that temperatu
Dr. Elijah Kiarie: β-Mannanase in Poultry Feed | Ep. 107
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elijah Kiarie from the University of Guelph discusses the nutritional challenges of β-mannans in soybean meal and the value of β-mannanase supplementation in poultry diets. He breaks down the metabolic, immune, and microbiome effects of fiber and how enzyme technologies are advancing feed efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!
Dr. Alastair Thomas: Dysbiosis, Performance and Immunity | Ep. 106
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Alastair Thomas, Global Head Poultry Nutrition & Health at Anitox, shares expert insight on early-life bird health, pathogen behavior, and microbiome management. He explains why understanding microbial balance is essential in optimizing bird performance, especially during the critical first week. Learn practical ways to prevent op
Dr. Lisa Bielke: Feed Additives for Poultry Gut Health | Ep. 105
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Lisa Bielke from North Carolina State University talks about how probiotics, prebiotics, and phytogenics are changing the way we think about poultry health. She shares how tools like omics and machine learning are helping us better understand the gut microbiome, vertical transmission, and how birds recover from disease. Get a closer l
Dr. Mireille Arguelles-Ramos: US Sorghum in Broiler Diets | Ep. 104
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Mireille Arguelles-Ramos from Clemson University explores the potential of sorghum as a viable alternative to corn in poultry diets. She explains the nutritional benefits, performance implications, and the importance of selecting low-tannin cultivars. Learn how proper formulation can support ingredients replacement without compromisin
Dr. Milan Sharma: Coccidiosis in Laying Hens | Ep. 103
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Milan Sharma from Cornell University shares research on nutritional interventions to improve egg production in laying hens challenged with coccidiosis. He also discusses new findings on grape pomace as a potential bioactive feed ingredient for broilers. Learn how alternative feed sources could shape the future of poultry health and ho
Dr. Sara Llamas-Moya: Enzyme Innovations in Poultry | Ep. 102
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sara Llamas-Moya from Kerry shares how enzyme innovation transforms poultry nutrition. She explains end-to-end enzyme development, sustainability through proteases, and how enzyme specificity affects feed formulation. Listen now on all major platforms!"Proteases support better products, better processes, and better planet outcomes
Dr. Natalie Morgan: Fiber in Poultry Diets | Ep. 101
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Natalie Morgan from Curtin University explains why fiber is often the overlooked component in poultry diets and why it deserves more attention. She explains how soluble and insoluble fibers impact gut health, nutrient absorption, and enzyme efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!"Soluble fiber ferments and fuels beneficial
Dr. John Boney: Nutrient Segregation Insights | Ep. 100
This episode marks a special milestone for The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast as we celebrate our 100th episode! Dr. John Boney from Penn State University shares key findings on nutrient segregation in commercial poultry houses. He outlines effective feed sampling strategies, the role of feed line design, and how feed pellet quality affects nutrient uniformity. Learn how commercial conditions
Jordyn Studer: Choline in Poultry Diets | Ep. 99
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Jordyn Studer, Technical Service Specialist at Barentz, explains the crucial role of choline in poultry diets. She outlines its key metabolic pathways, common dietary sources, and how new alternatives are reshaping nutritional strategies. Discover how these innovations enhance feed efficiency, handling, and performance outcomes. Listen no
Dr. Nelly Cribillero: Almond Hulls in Poultry Diet | Ep. 98
In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, as we celebrate World Veterinary Day this month, we welcome Dr. Nelly Cribillero, a veterinarian specializing in poultry nutrition. Dr. Cribillero shares her insights on the use of almond hulls in poultry diets, discussing their impact on performance, gut health, and inflammation. Tune in to learn more about her groundbreaking res
Dr. Michael Rothrock Jr.: Pre-harvest Food Safety | Ep. 97
In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Michael Rothrock Jr., from USDA-ARS, who discusses his work in pre-harvest food safety and its impact on poultry systems. He shares insights into microbial ecology, soy-free diets, and the critical role of the microbiome in food safety and bird health. Gain valuable knowledge on how feed
Dr. Chance Williams: Poultry Applied Research | Ep. 96
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Chance Williams from Wayne-Sanderson Farms shares a practical look into how integrators conduct nutrition research and apply findings to real-world production. He discusses mini pen trials, research collaborations, and decision-making frameworks that drive nutritional strategies. Listen now on all major platforms!"The mini pens ar
Dr. Austin Jasek: Boosting Broiler Productivity & Profitability | Ep. 95
In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Austin Jasek, Poultry Account Manager at Zinpro Corporation, breaks down how trace minerals impact broiler performance, yield, and overall profitability. Learn how optimizing zinc and other minerals can improve performance, enhance meat quality, and reduce environmental impact. Don’t miss it—tune in now on all major platforms!"We&
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