Animal Agriculture Podcast
110 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAnimal agriculture is an ever changing industry. Science is driving rapid changes in how we feed and care for our animals. In order to keep up on the changing landscape, nutritionists and veterinarians are turning to new formats to get timely research in a quick and efficient manner. Nutra Blend’s Animal Agriculture podcasts offers this informative platform to keep you up to date on the latest research.
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Essential Fatty Acids Improve Repro Success in Dairy and Beef Cattle
February 02, 2021 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.27 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Church & Dwight's Dr. Joel Pankowski to discuss how reproduction remains one of the key metrics for dairy and beef producers a like. Health of the animal is paramount; however, nutrition remains the building blocks to a productive and profitable life. There are many factors that come into effect when formulating cattle rations. Today we will examine essential fatty acids and their role in reproduction. Join us for this week's episode of...
Supporting Normal
January 26, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutes - 5.81 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with CHR Hansen's Head of Marketing and Production Management - North America, Dr. Steve Lerner to discuss how we’re hearing more and more about the potential benefits of effective probiotics in human medicine and in animal agriculture. Research has shown that effective probiotics support the majority of normal, healthy functions of our gastrointestinal tracts and those of the animals in our care. “Supporting Normal with Probiotics” is the t...
Robust Pigs: Sows & Piglets
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.2 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zinpro's Research Nutritionist, Dr. Wes Schweer to discuss how having thrifty, well doing pigs is the goal of all swine producers. Many times, when we consider the animal’s health status, we automatically think of vaccines and medications. However, nutrition plays a huge roll in the health of today’s high performing pigs. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Additional Profitability at Your Finger Tips
January 12, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Elanco's Beef Technical Consultant, Dr. Nathan Pyatt to discuss how cattle feeders face many challenges during the growing and finishing production phases. Genetics, weather, nutrition and management can be key for producers, but ultimately maintaining optimum cattle health, performance and market timing sets the stage for profitability. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
All Prepartum DCAD Programs are not the same. Learn How to Maximize Cow Health & Performance through Prepartum DCAD Nutrition.
January 05, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.2 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Phibro's Animate Product Director, Dr. Ken Zanzalari to discuss how today’s agricultural business environment does not allow for complacency. Businesses must pay attention to every detail affecting the profitability of their operation. For dairy producers, managing areas that impact herd health, milk production and reproductive efficiency are paramount to operational success. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agric...
Organic Trace Minerals
September 29, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.19 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Alltech's Equine and Mineral Management Teams Global Director, Steve Elliott. They discuss how there are many trace minerals on the market and differentiating them can be difficult. Along with differences in minerals, they act differently in the animal as well. Today we will help explain what they are and how the animal utilizes them. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
IFM in Ruminant Nutrition
September 22, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Alltech's Research Scientist Dr. Kamal Mjoun. They discuss how some say feeding cattle is more of an art than science. However, we rely on science to dictate how to utilize available feedstuffs, and how best to feed them to help cattle stay healthy and perform up to their genetic potential. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Managing Microbiology in Swine Manure Storage Systems
September 15, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Swine Field Technical Service Manager Dr. Ellen Davis. They discuss what we feed pigs, and the impact it has on what goes into swine waste systems and the environment. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Managing Microbiology in Swine Manure Storage Systems
September 15, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Swine Field Technical Service Manager Dr. Ellen Davis. They discuss what we feed pigs, and the impact it has on what goes into swine waste systems and the environment. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
What Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Probiotic
September 08, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Lallemand's Technical Service Manager, Dr. Angel Aguilar. They discuss how there are thousands of yeast and bacteria strains and each can have a different effect - or sometimes no effect at all. In order to obtain products that perform, you need to work with a reputable company that backs their products up with sound science. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Support…Beyond the Farm Gate!
September 01, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.27 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Alltech's Training, Talent Development and Retention (T2R) Program Trainer, Dr. Jorge Delgado. The discuss how on-farm support programs are vital to becoming successful in today’s dairy industry. These programs often bring another set of eyes, along with expertise in such areas as fresh cow management, cattle handling, and milker training. These programs are typically at no expense to the dairy, or at a reduced cost. Join us for this week'...
Strep suis in Antibiotic-Free (ABF) Production Flows
July 28, 2020 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Diamond V's Swine Business Strategy Leader, Dr. Karen Robertson. They discuss how swine producers that have switched to an antibiotic free production system continue to look for new alternatives to fight swine diseases. They will dive into new research on utilizing nutritional products to help fight Strep suis. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Illeitis
July 21, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zoetis' Swine Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Dr. Dave Baumert. They discuss Ileitis, an enteric disease that has challenged pork producers for years. Once in a herd, it can linger and have long-term productivity and cost impacts. Antibiotics have played an important role in treating ileitis, but changes in on-farm use have challenged producers and veterinarians alike. We’ll discuss the ileitis prevention, control and treatment op...
Ileitis
July 21, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zoetis' Swine Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Dr. Dave Baumert. They discuss Ileitis, an enteric disease that has challenged pork producers for years. Once in a herd, it can linger and have long-term productivity and cost impacts. Antibiotics have played an important role in treating ileitis, but changes in on-farm use have challenged producers and veterinarians alike. We’ll discuss the ileitis prevention, control and treatment op...
A Natural Source of Beta Glucans To Prime the Immune Illeitis
July 14, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.51 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Kemin's Technical Services Manager, Dr. Tom Marsteller. They discuss how beta glucans have been used in humans and livestock to enhance host protective immunity. Minimizing the impact of disease challenges early on in an animal’s life can improve its ability to gain weight faster, increase feed efficiency and reduce its likelihood to spread disease. They will also review outcomes from a PRRSv-positive nursery trial and demonstrate applicab...
Digital Dermatitis
July 07, 2020 05:00 - 11 minutes - 8.25 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zinpro's Research and Nutritional Service team member, Dr. Jeff Weyers. They discuss an age-old problem in raising dairy animals that is known as “Hairy Heel Warts”. As it is not a new problem, dairymen & women continue to battle it and its negative effects. Research has shown a “program” approach to be most effective rather than just focusing on hygiene. Research has shown the positive affect of nutrition in combating this long standing d...
Nutrition and Immune Strength
June 30, 2020 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.28 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Diamond V's Ruminant Business Strategy and Food Safety Director, Dr. Darin Henry. They discuss nutrition's role in the micro biome maintenance and how it can generate a more stable, efficient rumen as well as confer immunity through genetic up-regulation. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Reproduction
June 23, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zinpro's Beef Research Nutritionist, Dr. Jason Russell. They discuss how improving reproduction rates is a goal in all species of livestock. Advances in the health of the animals has made great strides over the last couple of decades. We now understand the role of nutrition and can utilize it to further improve reproduction efficiencies. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
5 Tips to Manage Heat-Stressed Dairy Cows
June 16, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Lallemand's Technical Service Manager, Dr. Angel Aguilar. They discuss how heat stress comes to different parts of the country at different times, and for differing lengths of time. One thing that’s the same, is the effect of heat stress. It causes a host of negative symptoms including reduced intakes, energy wasted on trying to cool the body, and overall poor production. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture ...
5 Tips to Manage Heat-Stressed Dairy Cows
June 16, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Lallemand's Technical Service Manager, Dr. Angel Aguilar. They discuss how heat stress comes to different parts of the country at different times, and for differing lengths of time. One thing that’s the same, is the effect of heat stress. It causes a host of negative symptoms including reduced intakes, energy wasted on trying to cool the body, and overall poor production. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture ...
Maintaining Growth in Heat-stressed Pigs
June 09, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Swine Nutritionist, Dr. Daniel A. Nelson. They discuss how heat stress is one of those reoccurring factors that impacts pigs across the country on so many levels. It can reduce performance, compromise the gastrointestinal system, cause chronic disease and increase mortality rates, just to cite a few challenges. The key is to recognize your options and act early. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
A Unique Bacillus Subtilis Shown to Inhibit Multiple Pathogens (Clostat)
June 02, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.61 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Kemin's Technical Services Manager, Dr. Tom Marsteller. They discuss a new approach to healthier animals that is not an antibiotic but is characterized as an “active microbial”. It is fed daily but has no withdrawal. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
LPS and Leaky Gut
May 26, 2020 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Diamond V's Swine Business Strategy Leader, Dr. Karen Robertson. They discuss the leaky gut and its impact on pig health. We will learn how nutrition can play a key role in minimizing leaky gut and how it affects the pig. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Reducing Performance Losses from Clostridial Enteritis
May 19, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Swine Nutritionist, Dr. Daniel A. Nelson. They discuss Clostridium perfringens, a widespread pathogen in the pig environment, but it can be especially problematic for newborn piglets. It causes clostridial enteritis, which results in stunted growth and increased mortality. Producers and veterinarians are looking for options in today’s evolving production climate to control this enteric challenge. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Bl...
Reducing Performance Losses from Clostridial Enteritis
May 19, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.12 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Swine Nutritionist, Dr. Daniel A. Nelson. They discuss Clostridium perfringens, a widespread pathogen in the pig environment, but it can be especially problematic for newborn piglets. It causes clostridial enteritis, which results in stunted growth and increased mortality. Producers and veterinarians are looking for options in today’s evolving production climate to control this enteric challenge. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Bl...
Using Refined Functional Carbohydrates (RFC’s) To Impact Health And Performance In Beef Animals
May 12, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.19 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Dr. Joel Pankowski. They discuss how BRD continues to be one of the biggest disease challenges in raising beef and dairy cattle. In most cases, vaccines and antibiotics are used to prevent and treat this disease but new approaches are being introduced including prebiotics. Research in this area is showing promise and looks to be part of the overall solution. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture...
Using Refined Functional Carbohydrates (RFC’s) To Impact Health And Performance In Beef Animals
May 12, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.19 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Dr. Joel Pankowski. They discuss how BRD continues to be one of the biggest disease challenges in raising beef and dairy cattle. In most cases, vaccines and antibiotics are used to prevent and treat this disease but new approaches are being introduced including prebiotics. Research in this area is showing promise and looks to be part of the overall solution. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture...
Probiotics for Calves - Part of Today's Solutions
May 05, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Lallemand's Technical Service Manager, Dr. Angel Aguilar to discuss how getting calves off to a good start is often a challenge on many operations. Getting the calf to eat and keeping them healthy are lofty goals for all farms! There are no silver bullets, but staying to the basics like: good hygiene, sound nutrition, vaccinations, & good housing are usually a good recipe to get them going. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blen...
Gut Integrity
April 28, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.27 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zinpro's Research Nutritionist, Dr. Wes Schweer. They discuss how gut integrity gets a lot of press today. With advances in science, we now can see how the function of the gut affects the animal’s health and overall performance. This is evident in today’s pigs and we will examine what we know, and how we can positively affect the pig. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Feeding for Prevention
April 21, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Lallemand's Technical Service Manager, Dr. Angel Aguilar. They discuss a confusing topic in the marketplace. What is the difference between a prebiotic and a probiotic? We will define each of these and give you the science backing the use of these products. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Gut MicroBiome
April 14, 2020 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Alltech's European Bioscience Centre Research Director, Dr. Richard Murphy. They discuss how having healthy gut microbiome is key to having a healthy animal. From a management point of view, the environment serves as a source of microbes, and care needs to be taken not to inadvertently introduce pathogenic species. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Tools for Better Cattle Performance (Rumensin)
April 07, 2020 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.37 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Elanco's former National Account Manager, Chris Hancock. They discuss how technologies have allowed U.S. farmers and ranchers to produce more with less. Products that have been on the market continue to procure new approvals and uses. The cattle industry is no different. Many companies have invested heavily over the years to get obtain approvals, obtain cross clearances, and improve the quality and safety of their products. Join us for thi...
Tips for Receiving Cattle
March 31, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 6.03 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Lallemand's Technical Service Manager, Dr. Angel Aguilar. They discuss how cattle are under heavy stress when being transported to backgrounders or feed yards. First and foremost, specialized care must be thought of. A program approach including rest, water, nutrition, and animal health pay big dividends down the road if taken into consideration during shipping time. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podc...
Welfare and Sustainability
March 24, 2020 05:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Diamond V's Ruminant Business Strategy and Food Safety Director, Dr. Darin Henry. They discuss how the future of protein production is at an important crossroads for the industry. Technologies that help preserve and maintain current practices are important, as are new approaches to animal health and producer profitability. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Using Refined Functional Carbohydrates (RFC’s) To Impact Health And Performance In Dairy Calves
March 17, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.34 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Dr. Joel Pankowski. They discuss an area where most farms that raise dairy calves struggle, calf scours. Despite the use of good hygiene practices, vaccines and antibiotics, scours still show up in many operations. New and innovative products are entering the market. One of the promising categories, RFC’s, are making there way onto farms across the country. We will discuss the research behind these new products. Join us for ...
Using Refined Functional Carbohydrates (RFC’s) To Impact Health And Performance In Dairy Calves
March 17, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.34 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Dr. Joel Pankowski. They discuss an area where most farms that raise dairy calves struggle, calf scours. Despite the use of good hygiene practices, vaccines and antibiotics, scours still show up in many operations. New and innovative products are entering the market. One of the promising categories, RFC’s, are making there way onto farms across the country. We will discuss the research behind these new products. Join us for ...
Proper Gut Health Takes a Program Approach: Clean Up, Build Up and Knock Out
March 10, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Kemin's Technical Services Manager, Dr. Tom Marsteller. They discuss how today, gut health is synonymous with animal health and encompasses many health priorities. Proper management, along with the correct feed additives specifically targeting improving nutrient digestion and absorption, gut integrity and immune response can help each animal reach its full potential. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podca...
Proper Gut Health Takes a Program Approach: Clean Up, Build Up and Knock Out
March 10, 2020 05:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Kemin's Technical Services Manager, Dr. Tom Marsteller. They discuss how today, gut health is synonymous with animal health and encompasses many health priorities. Proper management, along with the correct feed additives specifically targeting improving nutrient digestion and absorption, gut integrity and immune response can help each animal reach its full potential. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podca...
Generational Nutrition
March 03, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zinpro's Beef Research Nutritionist, Dr. Jason Russell. They discuss how what the dam is fed has an impact on the health and performance of its offspring. Many factors are in play as producers, veterinarians, & nutritionist assemble health and nutrition platforms to maximize her genetic potential. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Addressing Health Issues Through Dietary Inclusion
February 25, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Alltech's On-Farm Support Team Member, Dr. Luke Miller. They discuss how many older schools of thought were focused around using only vaccines and antibiotics to prevent and treat disease in poultry & livestock. New research has shown us new tools for addressing health issues through dietary inclusion.
The Latest in Feed Pathogen Mitigation for Existing and Emerging Animal Diseases
February 18, 2020 14:00 - 13 minutes - 8.99 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Kemin's Technical Services Manager, Dr. Tom Marsteller. They discuss how it is well established that feed and feed ingredients are possible transmission routes for pathogens, including some emerging swine diseases. With many producers evaluating the risk of internationally sourced ingredients and feed contamination, chemical mitigants are being considered as part of a comprehensive biosecurity. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blen...
Organic Trace Mineral…Many Different Products… Many Different Results
February 11, 2020 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.44 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Novus' North American Ruminant Sales Team Executive Manager Dr. Jim Sullivan. They will discuss how not all trace minerals are created equal, and thus don’t perform the same in today’s dairy animals. These differences affect the cow’s ability to utilize them in various manners. We will dive into those distinctions and why they perform the way they do. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
The Calf Lung – The Rate Limiting Organ
February 04, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.1 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Diamond V's Ruminant Technical Services Specialist, Dr. Sam Barringer. They discuss how not many dairy producers know that when a young calf gets pneumonia, her lungs are marked for life. What this means for her growth as a heifer and performance as a dairy cow is open to question. Finding the answer quickly can make a difference between profit and loss. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Coccidiosis, An Age Old Problem for Starting & Backgrounding Cattle
January 28, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zoetis' Cattle Strategic Technical Services Ruminant Nutritionist, Dr. Blaine Corners. They discuss Coccidiosis, a disease that can impact light weight cattle at a stocker or backgrounder level. Coccidiosis affects many factors of the calf’s health, so an effective control and treatment plan is critical. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Managing Sow Health for Optimal Piglet Performance
January 21, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Arm & Hammer's Swine Field Technical Service Manager Dr. Ellen Davis. They discuss how healthy sows can stay in the herd longer, have larger liters, & pass along protection to their offspring through their colostrum. Maintaining a healthy environment, good nutrition, & a complete vaccination program are keys to a healthy sow. But one thing that is not often considered is the microbial environment that the sow is transferring to her pigs. J...
Water’s Dirty Little Secret: Addressing Pathogens
January 14, 2020 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.68 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Kemin's Technical Services Manager, Dr. Tom Marsteller. They discuss how water has a dirty little secret and it’s full of bacteria and contaminants. They continue to plague today’s poultry & livestock operations, causing disease and poor performing animals. Today we’ll discuss a novel approach to keep these waters clean. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
Mineral Absorption and Trace Mineral Status
January 07, 2020 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zinpro's Research and Nutritional Service team member, Dr. Jeff Weyers. They discuss how not all trace minerals are created equal, and thus don’t perform the same in today’s livestock and poultry. Differences in trace minerals affects the animal’s ability to utilize them in different manners. We will discuss the differences in products and why they perform the way they do. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture...
Scours, Stress and Sickness: Tools to Build Resilience Into Your Calf Crop
December 31, 2019 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Alltech's Beef Research Scientist Dr. Shelby Roberts. They discuss how good gut health in calves is and it's paramount importance for good performance. Scours can open up the calf for other severe disease challenges. Dr. Roberts gives you the tools to build resilience to your calf crop to improve your overall herd performance. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!
The Mycoplasma Update
December 17, 2019 14:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Zoetis' Swine Senior Technical Services Veterinarian, Dr. Dave Baumert. They discuss how Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae is a long-standing challenge for pork producers. Although they’ve made progress in managing the disease, the virus’ persistence and extended shedding period has producers and veterinarians searching for more solutions. From vaccines to feed and injectable medications to elimination strategies, all cards are on the table. Join u...
C.O.W.S. Animal Welfare Program
December 10, 2019 14:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBOn today's episode, John Ratzenberger sits down with Novus' North American Ruminant Sales Team Executive Manager Dr. Jim Sullivan. They discuss how cow comfort is paramount to healthy, high producing dairy cows. Bench marking programs are always a great way to compare operational efficiencies. Join us for this week's episode of Nutra Blend's Animal Agriculture podcast!