The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Dejan Miladinovic, Associate Professor and Head of the Centre for Feed Technology at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences, explains why physical feed quality matters as much as nutritional formulation. He discusses pellet durability, particle size, water stability, and their impact on the performance of poultry, swine, and aquaculture. Dr. Miladinovic highlights the economic and environmental consequences of poor feed quality and practical ways to improve outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!“The way the feed is produced, the texture of the feed, the particle size, durability, and stability can make or break animal performance.”Meet the guest: Dr. Dejan Miladinovic is an Associate Professor and Head of the Centre for Feed Technology at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences. His work focuses on feed processing, pellet quality, extrusion, and physical feed characteristics affecting animal performance. With extensive experience in feed technology and quality control, his research supports more efficient and sustainable feed production. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:51) Introduction(01:56) Feed quality basics(04:49) Physical quality(07:09) Durability testing(10:59) Poultry impact(15:13) Aquatic feeds(20:18) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* BinSentry* DietForge* Kemin* Evonik- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this special re-run episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Virginie Lachapelle from the University of Montreal, who breaks down the challenges of risk assessment in the feed industry. She covers everything from facility risk classification to the importance of industry collaboration and effective data collection, sharing a Canadian perspective on today’s regulatory practices. Discover actionable insights for improving feed safety and balancing compliance with real-world risk management. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platforms!"The Canadian Food Inspection Agency collaborated with academia, government, and industry experts to ensure risk assessment tools are relevant to the Canadian context."Meet the guest: Dr. Virginie Lachapelle earned her DVM and PhD in Veterinary Sciences in Microbiology from the Université de Montréal. She serves as a veterinary science specialist at the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, developing risk assessment models for feed establishments. As an associate professor, her work focuses on feed safety, regulatory science, and risk-based inspection frameworks. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:54) Introduction(03:20) Risk assessment(07:29) Mitigation practices(11:14) Data collection(14:39) Compliance & inspection(27:01) Establishing trust(33:53) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Evonik* BinSentry* DietForge* Kemin- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Olivia Harrison, Technical Sales Manager at Kemin Industries, discusses pathogen control strategies for swine and poultry feed mills. She explains formaldehyde use, regulatory considerations, feed mill disinfection, validation methods, and biosecurity practices to reduce contamination and recontamination risks. Listen now on all major platforms!“Pathogen control starts with stopping the spread of disease from the initial source of contamination in the feed and protecting it until it reaches the animal.”Meet the guest: Olivia Harrison earned her B.S. in Animal Sciences from Kansas State University and completed graduate research focused on food safety, bacterial pathogens, and swine viral contamination in feed. Now a Technical Sales Manager at Kemin Industries, she supports swine and poultry feed mills with science-based pathogen control and biosecurity programs. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:58) Introduction(04:03) Pathogen priorities(05:59) Regulatory pressure(07:14) Validation challenges(09:00) Mill disinfection(13:31) Choosing strategies(23:04) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kemin* Evonik* BinSentry* DietForge- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Elias Uddin, Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut, explains how life cycle assessment helps evaluate feeds, feed additives, and production systems in dairy nutrition. He discusses carbon footprint, trade-offs across animals, manure, and cropping systems, and why whole farm analysis matters for environmental and economic decisions. Learn practical insight for feed and nutrition professionals focused on sustainability and performance. Listen now on all major platforms!“At the farm scale, differences seen at the manure level can shrink significantly when all system components are considered.”Meet the guest: Dr. Elias Uddin is a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of Connecticut, specializing in ruminant nutrition and life cycle assessment modeling. His work focuses on improving the productivity, efficiency, and environmental sustainability of dairy production systems through feed evaluation and systems analysis. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:12) Introduction(03:01) LCA basics(07:57) Agricultural applications(13:11) Feed evaluation(19:52) Additive impacts(28:37) Future trends(37:24) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* DietForge* Kemin* Evonik* BinSentry- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Andre Pereira, independent nutrition and management consultant, explains how low milk prices are reshaping dairy nutrition and feed manufacturing strategies. He discusses market drivers, cost control without harming performance, fat and protein formulation decisions, and practical actions for feed mills to support producers. Learn strategic insights to protect profitability in challenging margins. Listen now on all major platforms!“Cutting costs without understanding biological consequences can reduce future milk production and delay recovery when markets improve.”Meet the guest: Dr. Andre Pereira is an independent nutrition and management consultant at GPS Dairy Consulting, working extensively across the Upper Midwest and Europe. A veterinarian with a PhD in Animal Nutrition from the University of New Hampshire, his work focuses on dairy nutrition, feed efficiency, and farm profitability. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:02) Introduction(04:01) Milk supply pressure(09:19) Cost performance balance(11:23) Ingredient strategies(13:47) Milk fat biology(18:18) High oleic soybeans(29:11) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kemin* DietForge* Evonik- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Zachary Smith, Associate Professor of Feedlot Nutrition and Management at South Dakota State University, explains how kernel processing of corn silage impacts beef cattle performance. He shares applied research comparing growing and finishing cattle, discusses when processing improves feed efficiency, and outlines practical decision-making for producers facing harvest constraints. Gain clear insights into when kernel processing matters and when it does not. Listen now on all major platforms!"Kernel processing is a roller mill attached to the back of a silage harvester that fractures corn kernels to improve starch availability.”Meet the guest: Dr. Zachary Smith is an Associate Professor of Feedlot Nutrition and Management at South Dakota State University and Faculty Supervisor of the Ruminant Nutrition Center and Laboratory. His applied research focuses on nutrition and management strategies that improve efficiency from weaning through harvest in beef and dairy-derived beef cattle systems. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:15) Introduction(09:41) Kernel processing(12:46) Dairy application(14:03) Beef relevance(16:19) Performance results(19:33) Feed efficiency(26:41) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Evonik* Kemin* DietForge- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Liang-en Yu, postdoctoral fellow at Academia Sinica in Taiwan, explains how prenatal nutrition can shape poultry performance from embryonic development onward. He discusses in ovo supplementation, intestinal and muscle development, bioactive compounds, and industry implementation challenges. Learn research-driven insight for poultry nutrition and feed professionals focused on innovation and efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!“Organoid models provide representative intestinal cell interactions that improve evaluation of nutrient absorption and barrier function during embryonic development.”Meet the guest: Dr. Liang-en Yu earned a PhD in Animal and Food Science from the University of Delaware and currently serves as a postdoctoral fellow at Academia Sinica in Taiwan. His research focuses on prenatal nutrition, in ovo supplementation, and embryonic intestinal and muscle development in poultry. Dr. Yu received the 2025 Milton L. Sunde Award from the American Society for Nutrition.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:25) Introduction(02:25) Prenatal nutrition(04:40) Organoid models(08:20) Award recognition(10:20) Industry application(13:02) Supplement benefits(20:34) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Evonik* Kemin* DietForge- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Megan Van Emon, Extension Beef Cattle Specialist at Montana State University, shares practical insights on winter feeding strategies for beef cattle in cold climates. She explains forage quality evaluation, supplementation decisions, energy needs during late gestation, and managing alternative feed resources. Learn valuable guidance for nutrition and feed professionals focused on efficiency and resilience. Listen now on all major platforms!“Feed analysis is one of the most cost-effective tools available to improve winter ration accuracy and reduce unnecessary feed expenses.”Meet the guest: Dr. Megan Van Emon is an Extension Beef Cattle Specialist and Associate Professor at Montana State University, based in Miles City, Montana. Her work focuses on beef cattle nutrition, winter feeding management, forage quality, and practical solutions for producers in cold environments. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:15) Introduction(05:34) Feed analysis value(07:59) Forage maturity effects(09:28) Protein and energy needs(11:35) Cold weather demands(13:53) Forage quality choices(29:47) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* DietForge* Kemin* Evonik- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, John McEwan, Principal Scientist retired at BSI AgResearch in New Zealand, explains how genetics and genomics are transforming ruminant production. He discusses breeding strategies that reduce methane emissions while improving feed efficiency and productivity in sheep and cattle systems. John highlights genomic selection, difficult-to-measure traits, and practical implementation at industry scale. Learn valuable insight for feed and nutrition professionals focused on sustainability and performance. Listen now on all major platforms!“Selection lines now show about a twenty percent difference in methane output without compromising overall production performance.”Meet the guest: John McEwan is a retired Principal Scientist at BSI AgResearch in New Zealand with more than four decades of experience in quantitative genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics. His work has focused on genomic selection, meat quality, feed efficiency, and breeding ruminants with lower methane emissions. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:05) Introduction(03:12) Methane breeding(07:42) Emission measurement(11:13) Feed impact(15:17) Rumen profiling(18:07) Productivity gains(22:28) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- VAL-CO* DietForge* Kemin* Evonik𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this special re-run episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Young Dal Jang from the University of Georgia, who talks about the role of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) in nursery pig diets. Dr. Jang covers the nutritional advantages of MCFAs, such as their ability to increase energy and help reduce post-weaning diarrhea. He also shares valuable insights into their antimicrobial effects and the potential cost-saving benefits for swine producers. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Medium-chain fatty acids are more polar and are absorbed quickly into the portal vein, offering a fast energy source for pigs."Meet the guest: Dr. Young Dal Jang is an Assistant Professor of non-ruminant nutrition at the University of Georgia, with extensive experience in swine nutrition research across nursery, growing, and finishing systems. His work focuses on energy utilization, vitamin and trace mineral nutrition, and feed additive evaluation. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:21) Introduction(04:35) Medium-chain fatty acids overview(07:32) Sources of MCFAs(10:21) Forms of MCFAs(12:39) Research on MCFAs(16:08) Nursery pig diets(23:38) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Evonik* DietForge* Kemin- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show