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Student Showcase: Prenatal Choline Effects on Offspring Mammary Development

Host Scott Sorrell is joined by Dr. Billy Brown (Kansas State University) and Carson Corwin (Kansas State University). The episode centers on Carson Corwin's presentation

Nutrient Variation in Feed Delivery and the Impacts on Lactating Cows

The episode begins with introductions from Dr. Addison Carroll and Dr. Kelly Mitchell, who share their educational backgrounds, research experience, and current roles at

Concepts and Strategies to Improve Physiological Resilience to Heat Stress in Dairy Cows

The panel features the speakers behind the symposium "Concepts and Strategies to Improve Physiological Resilience to Heat Stress in Dairy Cows": Dr. Yun Jiang (University

Student Showcase Genetic influence on Colostrum Yield & Composition

The episode opens with introductions. Dr. Santos, who has been at the University of Florida for almost 20 years, explains that Giovanna's undergraduate mentor at the Univ

Impact of Diet and Management on Gastrointestinal Barrier Integrity

Host Scott Sorrell is joined by co-host Dr. Laura Nihus (Balchem), Dr. Bill Weiss, and Steve Massie (Renaissance Nutrition) for a wide-ranging discussion on heat stress,

Vitamin D Nutrition & Phosphorus in Calcium Homeostasis in Ruminants

The conversation begins with introductions and an overview of Dr. Wilkens' research examining vitamin D biology across ruminants and other livestock species. It is explai

Responses to Amino Acid and Energy Supply in Fresh and High-Producing Cows

IntroductionThe episode opens with introductions of Dr. Jonas de Souza, Steve Martin, and Dr. Ben Wenner, who discuss their backgrounds and experiences in dairy nutrition

Feeding for Success: Aligning Dairy Nutrition with Genetic Potential for Milk Fat

Recorded live at the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference, this episode of the Real Science Exchange podcast explores one of the biggest opportunities facing modern dairy

Replacing Soy Protein with DDGS in Dairy Diets

The episode opens with a discussion of the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Conference, one of the dairy industry's leading educational events. Dr. Santos reflects on the confe

Precision Dairy: Translating Monitor Outputs into Actionable Decision-Making Tools

The conversation begins with introductions from experts specializing in dairy genetics, reproductive management, transition cow health, and calf monitoring technologies,

Journal Club - Integrating Our Understanding of Stress Physiology

Stress is often associated with obvious challenges such as heat or transportation, but Dr. Baumgard explains that many stressors trigger similar biological responses. Und

ReaShure: Effects on Production, Health and Reproduction in Dairy Cows

The discussion begins with the origins of the research and the collaboration between Dr. Santos and Dr. Lima on large commercial dairies in California. They also share th

Trace Mineral Levels in Feedstuffs and Changes Over Time

Drawing on decades of research and practical field experience, the panel begins by examining large laboratory datasets that reveal substantial variation in trace mineral

Amino Acids: The Key to Unlocking Genetic Potential - Italy Panel Podcast

Dr. Mike Van Amburgh begins by outlining how amino acid nutrition has historically been viewed almost exclusively through the lens of milk protein. He explains that emerg

Journal Club - The Impact of Excess Liver Copper Concentrations with Dr. Stephanie Hansen

The episode begins with an introduction to the panel and research objectives. This sets the stage for a deeper discussion on how elevated liver copper levels may influenc

Immunity Under Metabolic Pressure: Emerging Insights with Dr. Lautaro Rostoll-Cangiano and Guests

Why the Transition Period Is a Critical Window for Dairy Cow Health (02:10 – 10:36) The discussion begins by examining the transition period as one of the most challengi

Producer Panel: How We Achieve > 7 lb. day of Milk Components with Corey Geiger and Guests

The episode opens with a discussion on the growing importance of milk components in today's dairy economy (00:00 – 03:52). As demand for cheese, yogurt, high-protein dair

Trace Mineral Management for the Modern Beef Herd with Dr. Stephanie Hansen

The episode opens with introductions and an overview of the discussion, establishing the critical role trace minerals play in modern beef production (00:00 – 01:35). The

Journal Club: Fueling Milk Production Carbon by Carbon with Dr. Heather White and Guests

The episode opens with introductions to the panel and co-host Dr. Mariana Marenho, highlighting her background in ruminant nutrition and setting the stage for a discussio

Supply Chain Disruptions on US Food Security with Lara Moody and Guests

Lara Moody (iFeeder), Dr. Yuan-Tai Hung, and Leah Wilkinson (AFIA) join the Real Science Exchange podcast to explore the growing concern around vitamin and amino acid sup