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Real Science ExchangeThe Shift to Feed Efficiency-Based Herd Management: Driving Profitability with Advanced Data with Dr. Veronica Shabtai, Afimilk; Emily Starceski, ADK Dairy; Shane St. Cyr, ADK Dairy; Walt Cooley, Progressive Dairy PublishingThis episode was recorded in Reno, Nevada for the 2025 Western Dairy Management Conference. Dr. Shabtai gives an overview of her presentation. Afimilk has a new technology that includes a feed efficiency sensor to determine eating, rumination, heat stress monitoring and more. The Feed Efficiency Service combined with the AfiCollar can estimate dry matter intake, which, when combined with Afimilk’s milk meter data, yields an efficiency value of milk income over feed cost for each cow. She details how the algorithm works to predict intake and some of the challenges faced during the development of this technology. The...2025-05-0641 minReal Science ExchangeDomestic Investments in Dairy: The Future is Bright (Tariffs) with Gregg Doud, National Milk Producers Federation; Corey Geiger, CoBank; Dan Siemers, Siemers HolsteinsThis episode was recorded at the 2025 Western Dairy Management Conference in Reno, Nevada. Gregg Doud, National Milk Producers Federation, begins with an overview of his talk regarding recent and ongoing investments in the dairy industry. Dan Siemers, Siemers Holsteins, notes they were able to build a new dairy and find a new milk market because Agropur built a new plant in their area. Corey Geiger, CoBank, describes that the US is approaching $9 billion of new investment in dairy plants coming online through 2027, over half of that in cheese. High-quality whey protein isolates are in equal demand as c...2025-04-2242 minReal Science ExchangeNutrient Requirements of Pre-Weaning Calves with Dr. Jim Drackley, Professor Emeritus, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Dr. Rick Lundquist, Nutrition Professionals Inc.; Dr. Tom Overton, Cornell UniversityDr. Drackley begins with an overview of his presentation at the 2025 Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium, focusing on the NASEM requirements for pre-weaned calves. He mentions some differences in energy and protein requirement calculations compared to the NRC system, as well as increased vitamin E recommendations and a more biologically based factorial approach to calculating mineral requirements. (5:59)Dr. Overton notes that milk replacements can be formulated differently to account for changes in mineral or vitamin requirements. In herds that feed whole milk, is there any reason to think about supplementing those calves? Dr. Drackley suggests that Mother Nature...2025-04-0842 minReal Science ExchangeBeef on Dairy Cattle - Economic Decision Making on the Farm with Dr. Corwin Nelson, University of Florida; Dr. Tara Felix, Penn State University; Dr. Brad Johnson, Texas Tech UniversityThis episode was recorded at the 2025 Florida Ruminant Nutrition Symposium. Dr. DeVries’ research focuses on farm-level decisions and modeling. The University of Florida dairy has implemented the use of beef semen. Dr. DeVries describes some of the factors that go into a partial budget for this system as well as details some of the factors involved in implementing beef on dairy. The UF dairy genomically tests all their cows and the panel discusses some differences in beef and dairy selection based on genomics. (5:58)Dr. Felix asks how the beef sires are selected for the UF dai...2025-03-251h 02Real Science ExchangeLegacy Series: Honoring Dr. Jim Drackley of the University of Illinois, Urbana-ChampaignIn this episode, we honor and celebrate the remarkable career and contributions of Dr. Jim Drackley from the University of Illinois, a pioneer in dairy science and animal nutrition. Jim’s work has reshaped our understanding of dairy cow health, metabolism and nutrition. Dr. Cardoso, Dr. Overton, and co-host Dr. Jeff Elliott are former coworkers or graduate students of Dr. Drackley’s. (0:11)Dr. Drackley begins by telling the audience about his background and how he became a dairy scientist. He talks about several of his mentors during his schooling. (9:20)Speaking of mentors, Scott asks Dr. Elli...2025-02-111h 08Real Science ExchangeEstimation of the nutrient variation in feed delivery and impacts on lactating dairy cattle with Dr. Paul Kononoff, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University Professor EmeritusDr. Kononoff’s lab evaluated retrospective feed mixing records collected from eight commercial dairy farms. Data was divided into 28-day periods. Daily TMR nutrient deviation was automatically calculated from feed mixer data as the actual amount of a nutrient fed minus the target amount from the original diet formulation, divided by the target amount. (5:43)Crude protein, NDF, fat, and starch were the nutrients evaluated in the study. (13:40)Variation was positive for every nutrient on the vast majority of days. Dr. Kononoff attributes that to more feed being delivered than the diet formulation predicted animals would co...2024-09-2441 minReal Science ExchangeBalancing Diets of Highly Productive Sheep & Goats: Combining Performance and Health with Dr. Cannas from the University of Italy & Dr. Teixeira from the University of IdahoDr. Cannas presented a Real Science Lecture webinar on October 17, 2023, titled “Diets of Productive Sheep & Goats: Performance & Health.” You can find the webinar recording at balchem.com/realscience. Dr. Cannas outlines the topics he covered in his webinar, including nutritional requirement differences between small and large ruminants, particularly in late gestation. Small ruminants have a shorter gestation and are more prolific than cattle, for example, and this means they have more nutritional challenges in late gestation. Dr. Cannas covered supplementation, basal diet quality, and sorting ewes or does by number of fetuses. He also discussed how high milk-p...2024-07-231h 02Real Science ExchangeMethane in the Context of Circular Dairy Farming with Dr. Newbold, Scotland Rural CollegeThis journal club episode comes to you from the 2024 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference. The paper is “Methane in the context of circular dairy farming” from the conference proceedings.What is circular dairy farming? The concept is that instead of extracting or using natural resources and then discarding the wastes in a linear kind of fashion, economies should try to be increasingly circular. This would include the concepts of reusing, recycling, upgrading, upcycling, etc. Traditionally, the focus on methane was about the inefficiency and leakage of energy and finding a way to minimize that from the perspective of ener...2024-05-0734 minReal Science ExchangeNot All Rumen-Protected Products Are Created EqualThis episode is from a webinar presented by Dr. Clay Zimmerman, Director of Technical Services at Balchem. To view the full webinar and access the slides referenced during this podcast, visit balchem.com/realscience and scroll down to the webinar presented on December 12th, 2023.Dr. Zimmerman begins with an overview of Balchem’s microencapsulation technologies in both human nutrition and health and animal nutrition and health businesses. (0:31)Encapsulation is a generic term, and huge differences can exist between products that protect the same compound. Balchem’s microencapsulation technology consists of packaging a substance in a lipi...2024-02-061h 04Real Science ExchangeJournal Club: Lactational performance effects of supplemental histidine in dairy cows: A meta-analysisDr. Räisänen completed this research during her Ph.D. at Penn State. The meta-analysis included 17 different studies published between 1999 and 2022 investigating supplemental histidine for lactating dairy cows. They divided the type of supplemental histidine between infused histidine and rumen-protected histidine and the basal diets between corn silage-based and grass silage-based. (4:34)Primary response variables measured in the meta-analysis included dry matter intake, milk production, milk composition, and milk component yields. The researchers also calculated the efficiency of utilization of histidine and other amino acids supplied to the cow by the diets. Lastly, they calculated marginal recovery of...2024-01-0948 minReal Science ExchangeDecember Journal Club: Production effects of extruded soybean meal replacing canola meal in the diet of lactating dairy cowsDr. Hristov started working with canola meal after he commissioned a review paper comparing canola and soybean meal when he was editor of the Canadian Journal of Animal Science. In that review, most of the studies used solvent-extracted soybean meal. Because canola has a higher oil content, it is always mechanically extruded to remove oil before solvent extraction. This paper is a more fair comparison because both meals were extruded and thus exposed to heat. (7:02)There were 24 cows per treatment, and it was a continuous study rather than a Latin Square design. No differences were observed in...2023-12-1953 minReal Science ExchangeWild yeasts and aerobic stability of silages and TMR: Potential negative effects on intake and productionGuests: Dr. Limin Kung, University of Delaware, and guest Bonni Kowalke, Stem Ag ConsultingOur Real Science Exchange pubcast always has leading scientists and industry professionals discussing the latest ideas and trends, and tonight, we have two distinguished guests. Dr. Limin Kung and Bonni Kowalke join us to discuss wild yeasts in silage.Dr. Kung begins by giving an overview of the impacts of wild yeast on silage, where they're either going to anaerobically ferment sugars to ethanol or aerobically; these wild yeasts can lead to spoiled silages and spoiled TMR. (8:32)Bonni and...2023-10-171h 08Real Science ExchangeJournal Club Bach Changes in milk production and estimated income over feed cost of group-housed dairy cows when moved between pensGuests: Dr. Alex Bach, ICREA (Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies), and Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State UniversityIn this journal club episode, Dr. Alex Bach with the Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies joins Dr. Bill Weiss from the Ohio State University. Dr. Weiss introduces the paper as one that's immediately applicable to the industry and answers a question he received a lot during his Extension career: What's the cost of moving cows? This research gives us some real data to help producers on cow management. (3:49)Dr. Bach states th...2023-10-1048 minReal Science ExchangeSeptember Journal Club 2023Guest: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State UniversityIn this episode, we welcome back the fan-favorite journal club podcast. Dr. Bill Weiss joins Scott and Clay for this episode, discussing a large study from Germany evaluating the time spent in the pre-fresh group and its impacts on health and production. Dr. Weiss begins with a description of the study’s overall research question of “How long should a cow stay in the pre-fresh pen?” - and the researchers’ hypothesis that time periods too short or too long would be detrimental to both cow health and productio...2023-10-0341 minReal Science ExchangeMethyl Donors and Epigenetic Regulation of the Early EmbryoGuests: Dr. Pete Hansen, University of FloridaTo conclude this mini series, Dr. Pete Hansen of the University of Florida presents on the topic of using methyl donors to regulate an early embryo and create an epigenetic effect. This talk was given at the 2022 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference, and is the fourth part of this series.Beginning his presentation, Dr. Hansen highlights how nutrition can cause epigenetic reprogramming of the fetus. Methyl groups can be added to increase the pattern of DNA methylation in cells and change the phenotype. 3:55To elaborate on DNA...2023-09-2648 minReal Science ExchangePhenotypic & Molecular Signatures of Fetal HyperthermiaGuests: Dr. Jimena Laporta, University of Wisconsin-MadisonCovering the topic of Fetal Hyperthermia, Dr. Jimena Laporta of the University of Wisconsin is the second podcast at the 2022 Tri-State Dairy Conference. This makes up part two of the conference series.Heat stress is known to be a significant issue for dairy cattle with both global temperatures and sensitivity of dairy cattle to heat rising. Dr. Laporta adds that negative effects of heat stress last for multiple generations and lactations. 1:16While heat stress affects all cattle, Dr. Laporta focuses on dry cows and their offspring...2023-09-1245 minReal Science ExchangeEpigenetics Will Change How We Manage CattleGuests: Dr. Jack Britt, Jack H Britt ConsultingThis is the first in a series of presentations given at the 2022 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference. Epigenetics of different environments and reactions is the topic at hand, presented by Dr. Jack Britt of Jack H Britt Consulting.Dr. Britt begins by clarifying that epigenetics (transmittable changes in genetic behavior of an individual), are only beginning to be understood. This is partly due to the intricacies of DNA. For instance, the expression of DNA can vary greatly and the process of synthesizing a protein is much more complex...2023-09-0542 minReal Science ExchangeAugust Journal ClubGuests: Dr. Gonzalo Ferreira from Virginia Tech and Dr. Bill Weiss from The Ohio State UniversityA Journal Club podcast is a staff and fan favorite, and joining us for today’s Journal Club is Dr. Gonzalo Ferreira from Virginia Tech and Dr. Bill Weiss from The Ohio State University. Dr. Ferreira will be discussing his paper about including alfalfa in multigravida Holsteins. Dr. Ferreira starts with an overview of his research and said that he did a preliminary trial in Virginia Tech and saw that the urine pH was being decreased by using a prod...2023-08-0851 minReal Science Exchange2023 ASDA Winners & OrganizersToday’s episode was filmed at the American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Joining us are the ADSA organizers and research winners to discuss their projects. Dr. Clay Zimmerman is our co-host this week. Our first guests are Dr. Corwin Nelson, University of Florida and Kari Estes, Balchem. Dr. Nelson is the overall committee chair for the conference and said more than 1,300 abstracts were submitted. Of those, 1,254 were accepted to present at the ADSA conference. (1:44) Ms. Estes, who was a poster judge mentioned she looks for the aesthetics of the poster, but was als...2023-08-0136 minReal Science Exchange2023 ADSA Research Highlights Day 2Guests: Dr. Billy Brown, Kansas State University; Dr. Heather White, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Kelli Brost, University of Illinois; Dr. Jim Drackley, University of Illinois; Dr. Sergio Martinez Monteagudo, New Mexico State University; Jair Parales Giron, Michigan State University; Tess Stahl, University of New Hampshire; Dr. Pete Erickson, University of New Hampshire; Dr. Vinicius Machado, Texas Tech UniversityToday’s podcast is the second podcast filmed at the American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Joining us are researchers with abstracts of interest chosen by the Balchem technical team.Our first guests are Dr...2023-07-211h 19Real Science Exchange2023 ADSA Research Highlights Day 1Guests: Omid McDonald, Vodkow; Andres Ortega & Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University; Matheus Santos & Dr. Eduardo Ribeiro, University of Guelph; Dr. Faith Reyes, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Mariana Marinho and Dr. José Santos, University of Florida; and Dr. Alex Tebbe, Purina MillsToday’s episode was filmed at the American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Joining us are researchers with abstracts of interest chosen by the Balchem technical team.The first guest is Omid McDonald, founder of Vodcow, the chosen drink at tonight’s pubcast. Vodcow is made with a dairy byproduct calle...2023-07-191h 09Real Science ExchangeWho Let the Dogma Out of Transition Cow Management" with Dr. Lance Baumgard from Iowa State UniversityGuests: Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State University and Dr. Jim Drackley, University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignOur Real Science Exchange pubcast always has leading scientists and industry professionals discussing the latest ideas and trends, and tonight we have two very well-known guests. Dr. Lance Baumgard and Dr. Jim Drackley join us to discuss cow management and the dogma that has developed over the years. Dr. Baumgard kicks off by explaining the dogma of the transition period - two metabolites reduce the animal’s immune system and predispose them to health disorders. (5:38) Dr. Drackley cont...2023-06-2758 minReal Science ExchangeCow Monitoring Technology: Revealing Her Secrets with Evine van Riemsdijk, Nedap Livestock ManagementGuests: Evine van Riemsdijk from NEDAP Livestock Management and Stefan Borchardt from the Free University of BerlinIn this episode of the Real Science exchange pubcast Scott leads a discussion on cow monitoring technology and its benefits for cows, farmers and the environment. Ms. van Riemsdijk gives some history of cow monitoring, stating it started for identification of an animal and the feeding station for the purpose of separating milk. (6:58) Ms. van Riemsdijk said the sensors help see heat behavior as a whole in your barn, they help you find a scout and who...2023-06-201h 01Real Science ExchangeWaste to Protein on the World´s Smallest Footprint: How to produce, apply and utilize insect products now and in the future with Katharina Unger of LIVIN FarmsGuests: Katharina Unger & Dr. Pratibha YadavJoining the pubcast to discuss insect protein as an alternative for the future is Katharina Unger and Dr. Pratibha Yadav. Unger is the CEO and founder of LIVIN Farms and an expert in edible insects and food innovation. She led the conversation by introducing her background and briefly mentioning the transformation of using insects as food protein. 8:35Unger said she started questioning early in her career the required resources needed to produce livestock at a larger scale. After many years of research, carbon emissions studies and searching, a...2023-06-061h 10Real Science Exchange“Can You Speak Sustainability?” with Lara Moody and Dr. Steve LernerGuests: Lara Moody with the Institute for Feed Education and Research and Dr. Steve Lerner with Chr. HansenGathering around the pubcast to discuss key environmentally sustainable animal agriculture practices are Lara Moody and Dr. Steve Lerner. Visionary leader and executive director for The Institute for Feed Education and Research (IFEEDER), Lara Moody, shared her background in stewardship and sustainability. She then introduced Dr. Lerner with Chr. Hansen. 2:30Leading the conversation, Moody described the sustainability roadmap project and highlighted the value IFEEDER has found in delivering measurable sustainability metrics. In addition, she touched o...2023-05-231h 02Real Science ExchangeMay Journal ClubGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University and Dr. Corwin Nelson, University of FloridaJoining together for another Journal Club to discuss vitamin D as a lactation influence on dairy cows are dairy leaders and nutritional experts Dr. Bill Weiss and Dr. Corwin Nelson. Dr. Weiss, professor emeritus at The Ohio State University spent nearly 33 years of his career focused on dairy cattle nutrition and has published more than 140 journal articles. He began the conversation, introducing the article “Effect of prepartum source and amount of vitamin D supplementation on lactation performance of dairy cows” and m...2023-05-1646 minReal Science Exchange2023 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference Q&A - New Revelations in Transition Cow NutritionGuests: Dr. Mike Van Amburgh (Cornell University), Dr. Jose Santos (University of Florida), Dr. Heather White (University of Wisconsin-Madison)Gathering together at the 2023 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference for the Balchem Mini-Symposium “New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition” are speakers Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Dr. Jose Santos and Dr. Heather White. The mini symposium featured topics such as better understanding essential versus required nutrients, choline research as a nutritional requirement and insights on gaining the next five pounds of milk. Dr. Van Amburgh of Cornell University led the discussion, summarizing his report on essential and re...2023-05-0258 minReal Science ExchangeMitigating Enteric Methane Emissions: How Can We Speed Up Progress? With Dr. Joe McFadden of Cornell UniversityGuests: Dr. Joe McFadden, Cornell University and Dr. Peri Rosenstein, Environmental Defense FundJoining together around the pub to discuss methane emission metrics are experts Dr. Joe McFadden and Dr. Peri Rosenstein. Dr. McFadden, an animal science professor at Cornell University, has focused much of his research and career on studying the interactions between nutrition, environment and animal food production. After discussing mitigating enteric methane emissions during the Real Science Lecture series, more than 600 people listened to the episode. In fact, Dr. McFadden’s research in defending the dairy industry has been highlighted in b...2023-04-0446 minReal Science Exchange65D. Cornell Conference: New Insights from the University of Wisconsin Transition Cow Research with Dr. WhiteGuests: Dr. Heather White, University of WisconsinJoining together for the final episode of the New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition mini series from the 2022 Cornell Nutrition Conference to discuss animal nutrition requirements are remarks from Dr. Heather White of the University of Wisconsin and topical insights from Dr. Clay Zimmerman of Balchem. Discussing the challenges a cow faces during transition to lactation, Dr. White briefly began the series highlighting the impact both negative energy and nutrient balance has during each period. 3:58 When a cow enters different cycles such as pre-partum, her energy re...2023-03-2351 minReal Science Exchange65C. Cornell Conference: New Insights from Michigan State University Transition Cow Research with Dr. BradfordGuests: Dr. Barry Bradford, Michigan State UniversityOn this third episode of the New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition from the 2022 Cornell Nutrition Conference four-part mini-series to discuss animal nutrition requirements are remarks from Dr. Barry Bradford of Michigan State University and topical insights from Dr. Clay Zimmerman of Balchem. Bringing forward recent research on transition cow studies, Dr. Bradford began the conversation by highlighting the 2022 Michigan State University study that aimed to understand metabolic physiology better. 3:30While the focus is usually on refining nutritional strategies, Dr. Bradford suggested the bigger question is h...2023-03-2158 minReal Science Exchange65B. Cornell Conference: New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition with Dr. SantosGuests: Dr. Jose Santos, University of FloridaJoining together for the second episode of the New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition from the 2022 Cornell Nutrition Conference four-part mini-series to discuss animal nutrition requirements are remarks from Dr. Jose Santos, University of Florida and topical insights from Dr. Clay Zimmerman from Balchem. Bringing forward the most recent research on choline supplementation, Dr. Santos began the second in the series focusing on nutritional mechanisms and their essential benefits in animal growth and performance. 3:45Choline was first introduced in the 1700s by chemists and pharmacists. Still, i...2023-03-1654 minReal Science ExchangeCornell Conference: Implications for understanding Essential vs. Required with Dr. Van AmburghGuests: Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University Here is the first episode of the New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition from the 2022 Cornell Nutrition Conference four-part mini-series. Essential versus required nutrition requirements is the subject matter from Dr. Mike Van Amburgh of Cornell University. Dr. Clay Zimmerman from Balchem adds his comments in this podcast as well.Laying out a new way to think about essential and non-essential nutrients, Dr. Van Amburgh began the series by highlighting the value of understanding nutritional equivalencies such as amino acids and carbohydrates and reframing the function of energy. 2:282023-03-1446 minReal Science ExchangeLegacy Series: Dr. Temple Grandin; Colorado State UniversityGuests: Dr. Temple Grandin, Betsy Lerner and Kari Estes. Gathering for another Legacies Series to honor a true industry leader and pioneer are, Dr. Temple Grandin, Betsy Lerner and Kari Estes. Dr. Grandin, an animal science professor at Colorado State University and a well-known author and speaker, has been featured on national public radio stations, Time Magazine, The New York Times, Discover Magazine, Forbes, USA Today and others. In fact, her movie titled Temple Grandin sharing much of her life story is an Emmy Award-winning movie. While Dr. Grandin’s career has been nothi...2023-02-281h 03Real Science ExchangeChanging of the GuardGuests: Chris DuBois and Melissa Rodriguez (IRI)Joining together to discuss the changes in customer-driven expectations are Chris DuBois and Melissa Rodriguez, both with IRI, a leading provider of big data and analytics. Rodriguez led the conversation, describing IRI’s integration into data and technology innovation. She shared that IRI not only integrates retainer and media data, but also consumer and manufacturer data. 4:21As inflation continues trending upward, Rodriguez added IRI is watching customer trends closely and finding shopping habits decreasing as prices continue to rise. 9:30Multiple shifts have caused a chan...2023-02-1455 minReal Science ExchangeReviewing the Updates to the CNCPS v7 Model with Dr. Van AmburghGathering around the pub to discuss the latest version of the Cornell Net Carbohydrate and Protein System (CNCPS) version seven is Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Dr. Robb Bender and Dr. Mike DeGroot. Extension expert and professor of animal science at Cornell University, Dr. Van Amburgh guided the conversation by briefly touching on the history of the system and the changes to the latest version. He mentioned what has now evolved to a software platform with many equations, essentially began as a 30 year old spreadsheet. 5:45For nearly three decades the dairy industry has been using various C...2023-01-311h 14Real Science ExchangeManaging for Both Fat and Protein in a Tiered Pricing SystemWhile maximizing milk production and improving feed efficiency continues to be top of mind, joining together around the pubcast to discuss the various factors are Dr. Kevin Harvatine and Dr. Yves Boisclair. A leading expert in metabolic and energy nutrition and professor at Penn State University, Dr. Harvatine began the conversation by introducing his guest, Dr. Boisclair. He mentioned the collaboration between the two first began when he was finishing his doctorate degree at Cornell University under Dr. Boisclair. 1:30Focused initially on regulating hormones, Dr. Boisclair said he quickly acknowledged the importance of shifting his r...2023-01-171h 07Real Science ExchangeWorld Dairy Expo Producer PanelOur podcast is recorded at World Dairy Expo in Madison, WI. At the 55th Annual World Dairy Expo we were celebrating FFA day. We have a star-studded guest panel today to discuss the latest ideas and trends in animal nutrition. Jeff King is one of our guests from Kings-Ransom Farm in New York. Their operation includes registered holsteins and row crops, and they have a marketing program with registered holsteins. Kelly Reynolds is originally from Wisconsin but now lives in New York and works on Reyncrest Farm with her husband's family, which also has registered ho...2022-11-2254 minReal Science ExchangeVirtual Farm Tour-Bateman's Mosida FarmsToday in our pubcast, we are taking a deeper dive into Mosida Farms after a fascinating virtual farm tour at World Dairy Expo. The Bateman family operation includes 20,000 animals and over 5,000 crop acres in Cita, Utah. Wayne Bateman started Mosida Farms and once said, “We didn’t have it all together, but together we had it all.” The Batemans decided to diversify and added beef to their offering. Kaleb Bateman, joined the podcast via video, and says that Mosida Farms produces 40 to 100 beef calves a week. Those calves are fed and eventually sold in one of three Mosida...2022-11-081h 05Real Science Exchange2022 Journal Club OctoberGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University; Dr. Victor Cabrera, University of Wisconsin-MadisonGathering over cold drinks at the World Dairy Expo pubcast to discuss recent research on nutritional grouping among dairy farms are Dr. Bill Weiss, Dr. Victor Cabrera and Dr. Pete Morrow.Dr. Bill Weiss, Professor Emeritus at The Ohio State University, began the conservation through the recently published research paper in the Journal of Dairy Science, introducing one of the authors, Dr. Victor Cabrera, Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. 2:25 Here is a link to the article: https://www.j...2022-10-2544 minReal Science ExchangeWhat’s happening to older cows?Guests: Dr. Ian Lean, Scibus; Dr. Todd Duffield, University of Guelph; Dr. Stephen LeBlanc, University of GuelphCo-host: Dr. Pete Morrow, Animal Health SpecialistGathering around the pub to discuss body condition, productivity and the impact older cows have on herds are Dr. Ian Lean, Dr. Todd Duffield and Dr. Stephen LeBlanc. Dr. Ian Lean, Scibus Founder and Manager Director and leading authority in dairy cattle medicine, kicked off the conversation to discuss his data set research around cow removal and reproduction. 9:11Ian noted those involved with the older cow research l...2022-10-111h 11Real Science ExchangeKooler KidsGuests: Stephanie Walsh (Dairy Farmers of America), Melissa Malcolm-Cullison (Cooler Management), Mark Inkrott (Owner of Cooler Management) and co-host: Charlie BenzJoining us at the table to discuss what their organizations are doing to make significant impacts on food security and hunger are Stephanie Walsh, Melissa Malcolm-Cullison and Mark Inkrott. Stephanie Walsh, Director of Industry and Community Affairs for DFA (Dairy Farmers of America) highlights their Farmers Feeding Families Fund, ensuring community members receive the dairy products they need. 1:08Vice President for Cooler Management, Melissa Malcolm-Cullison also joined the evening discussion, sharing her t...2022-09-271h 15Real Science Exchange2022 Journal Club SeptemberGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State UniversityCo-host: Dr. Clay Zimmerman and Dr. Glen AinesDiving into two recent Journal of Dairy Science publications, Dr. Bill Weiss, Emeritus Professor at Ohio State University is back again to discuss the latest ideas and trends in animal nutrition. Dr. Weiss highlights two papers published in the Journal of Dairy Science earlier this year, adding one is focused on production while the other highlights fermentation digestibility. One key point Dr. Weiss highlighted was the controversial discussion around supplementing molasses or sugar. 3:02Dr. Clay Z...2022-09-1356 minReal Science ExchangeUnderstanding Dairy Cow Behavior to Optimize Nutritional ManagementJoining the group at the pub for cold brews and conversations this evening is Dr. Trevor DeVries and Dr. Tom Tylutki. While Dr. Tom Tylutki’s passion lies among dairy cow nutrition through various research in growth and maintenance management, Dr. Trevor DeVries has focused his career on studying animal behavior through academia. Both joined together to lead the pubcast this evening covering dairy cow consumption and nutrition management. Dr. DeVries reflects on his career and shares insight into the synthesis between intake and production, adding that when trying to optimize production, optimizing dry matter inta...2022-08-301h 07Real Science ExchangeLegacy Series, Dr. Mike Hutjens, University of IllinoisGuests: Dr. Mike Hutjens, University of Illinois, Dr. Dave Fischer, University of Illinois, Dr. John Goeser, Rock River Lab and co-host, Dr. Jeff Elliott, BalchemThis week's episode is a favorite for many as part of our Legacy Series. We are toasting Dr. Mike Hutjens with the University of Illinois. Mike is a pioneer in the field and has combined his love for education and passion for the dairy industry throughout his career. He continues to keep learning to this day. Plus, he was the one who famously coined the term “pubcast” for the Real Science Exchange. The...2022-08-161h 11Real Science ExchangeUp-Cycling Low Value Proteins Through Food Technologies Promotes SustainabilityThis week's episode features several guests from one of the top companion animal research programs in the country, Auburn University. This group focuses on joining sustainability with functionality, specifically up-cycling low value proteins with food technology. Dr. Starkey begins by explaining that changing eating habits of Americans has led to utilizing organ meats for pet food, as the supply is plentiful and the cost is low. (10:35) Joshua Flees said that while the research isn’t complete, by using these types of products (organ meats, wing tips) a few dollars worth of value can be added to a...2022-08-0206 minReal Science ExchangeSurviving HPAIGuests: Dr. Carol Cardona, University of Minnesota School of Veterinary Medicine; Dr. Julie Helm, Clemson Livestock Poultry Health; Myah Walker, Director of Quality and Training at Sparboe Farms; Co-host: Tom Powell, Director of Monogastric Business Balchem, Dr. Zack Lowman, Balchem Technical ServiceToday’s episode is focused on a hot topic in the poultry industry and that is Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The poultry industry has come a long way in how we manage HPAI outbreaks, and we will touch on what we continue to learn and how that will help us moving forward. D...2022-07-0557 minReal Science ExchangeWonderful World of Fungal ToxinsGuests: Dr. Duarte Diaz, University of Arizona; Dr. Lon Whitlow, North Carolina State UniversityThere are a few things present in almost all environments and one of them is mold. Today on the Real Science Exchange we talk about molds and toxins in agriculture and the opportunity they have to impact the health and profitability of animals and crops. Dr. Diaz begins by saying molds that produce toxins will grow in a building off of air particles because they are pretty adaptable. They can find a way to enter a system and produce toxins. (17:21) ...2022-06-211h 22Real Science ExchangeManaging Poultry Coccidiosis and Its Effects in Antibiotic-Free ProductionGuests: Dr. TJ Gaydos, Gaydos Technical Services, and Andy Flickinger, Broiler Manager at Miller PoultryIn today’s podcast we are focusing on the costs and implications of poultry diseases and practical ways to reduce antibiotic resistance with Dr. TJ Gaydos and Andy Flickinger. Dr. Gaydos said that in the poultry industry, disease prevention through vaccines is the focus for birds' health, rather than the treatment of illnesses. (15:39) Andy mentioned that litter amendments, specifically PLT, is a mainstay at their operation on the non-organic side. PLT acidifies the litter and is used for ammo...2022-06-0739 minReal Science ExchangeMay Journal ClubGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University; Dr. Chanhee Lee, The Ohio State University; Haley Zynda, The Ohio State University Special Guest: Dr. Maurice Eastridge, The Ohio State University Today’s episode is an installment of the Journal Club and is around an actual table once again! Our guests gathered at the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference to discuss some of the newest research published in the Journal of Dairy Science surrounding reducing DCAD, nutrient digestibility and ammonia emissions from manure. Dr. Lee stated that by reducing DCAD, the urine or lactating cows would have a lo...2022-05-2453 minReal Science ExchangeExploring In Utero Influences on Transgenerational PerformanceGuests: Dr. Jack Britt, Jack Britt Consulting; Dr. Jimena LaPorta, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Dr. Eric Ciappio, Balchem Corporation; Dr. Pete Hansen, University of Florida; Dr. Clay Zimmerman, Balchem CorporationToday’s episode was filmed live and in-person from the Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Conference! This episode will focus on the symposium exploring in utero influences on transgenerational performance. Dr. Jack Britt started by saying when managing your dairy herd, if the cow is pregnant, you are managing the next three generations simultaneously. We need to be focused on the long term in how we care and fee...2022-05-101h 07Real Science ExchangeApril Journal ClubGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University; Dr. Matt Akins, University of Wisconsin Co-host: Dr. Clay Zimmerman, BalchemAir date – April 26, 20222203-045Today’s podcast is the latest installment of the Journal Club where we take a closer look at some of the newest research published around the world. Today we are focused on research centered around dietary energy and genomic residual feed intake in bred heifers. Dr. Akins explained RFI is residual feed intake, and is the difference between the actual energy intake and the expected intake based...2022-04-261h 07Real Science ExchangeWhy Heifer Maturity MattersGuests: Dr. Gavin Staley, Diamond V and Dr. Al Kertz, ANDHIL LLCCo-host: Dr. Glen Aines, BalchemToday’s episode is focused on one of our most important resources: calves. Calves set the trajectory of our herd and represent our future productivity and profitability. In this Real Science Exchange episode, we will show how appropriate investment in young stock will pay off big in later years. Dr. Staley noticed in data there is a correlation between 10-week milk and the average annual herd of the whole dairy. (12:25)Dr. Kertz spoke on the imp...2022-04-1259 minReal Science ExchangeManaging Dairy Cows in an Extreme Environment – An Israeli PerspectiveGuests: Dr. Israel Flamenbaum, Cow Cooling Solutions; Dr. Shimon Carmi, SH Design; and Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State UniversitySpring is upon us in most parts of the world and the heat of summer will not be far behind. The impact that heat has on our cows can be devastating. Today’s episode will focus on managing dairy cows in high heat environments which takes a combination of mechanical intervention and precise feeding. Dr. Israel Flamenbaum spoke about his summer lecture and the extreme environments that Israeli dairy farmers deal with. In the Jordan Valley, cow...2022-03-291h 01Real Science ExchangeInteraction Between Nutrition & GeneticsGuests: Dr. Tom Rathje and Dr. Jason Schneider both with DNA GeneticsToday’s episode dives into the genetic advancements made in the swine industry and the impact those advancements have on all other parameters. Joining us to help dig into this genetics topic are Dr. Tom Rathje and Dr. Jason Schneider, both with DNA Genetics. Dr. Rathje spoke about how genetic change has accelerated in recent years due to the adoption of genomic selection, which improves the accuracy with which we identify a superior animal. You use that information to decide which animals are ret...2022-03-151h 02Real Science ExchangeLegacy Series, Dr. Peter J. Van SoestGuests: Dr. Mary Beth Hall, USDA; Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University; Dr. David Mertens, Mertens Innovation & ResearchToday’s episode is a fan-favorite, the Legacy Series. In this series we celebrate the pioneers of the industry, take a look back at their research, their impact and their lives. Specifically today we are honoring and memorializing Dr. Peter J. Van Soest. Dr. Soest passed away in March of 2021, but his legacy will forever be felt in the animal nutrition world. In this episode, we hear from three students of Dr. Van Soest who have gone on...2022-03-011h 16Real Science ExchangeGlobal Market and Supply Chain Trends for 2022On this episode of the Real Science Exchange we are looking into 2022 and what is shaping up for agriculture around the globe. Brett Stewart thinks that with the expansion of the world-wide money supply, current prices won’t break lower, and especially not in commodity markets. (6:26)John Bedell spoke about the five headwinds, which are: increased demand, constrained supply, commodity price pressure, domestic logistics and international logistics. Of these, the only one that John expects to change is demand. (13:18)Richard Fritz spoke on the China trade agreement and he believes the most important asp...2022-02-151h 12Real Science ExchangeImproving Protein Utilization to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Dairy ProductionOn this episode of the Real Science Exchange we focus on ways to improve protein utilization in dairy cows to reduce our overall environmental footprint. Dr. Chris Reynolds said that moving towards precision feeding and feeding animals closer to dietary requirements would reduce surplus nitrogen. (8:19)It was mentioned by Dr. Mark Hanigan that a small, internal survey was taken in which nutritionists said they were focusing on nitrogen efficiency, which shows the industry is evolving. (18:41)Furthermore, Dr. Chris Reynolds referenced the variation in forage composition and that cows respond to the longer term a...2022-02-011h 08Real Science ExchangeCombatting Lipid-Enveloped Viruses - PRRSV, PEDV, ASFV and Maybe Even Covid-19Guests: Dr. Charlie Elrod, Natural Biologics and Dr. Josh Jackman, Tropical Innovations/Sungkyunkwan UniversityCo-host: Dr. Ken Sanderson, BalchemToday’s podcast tackles a big topic in the global swine industry - African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV). This virus has recently been reported in Thailand and continues to spread throughout the globe. While North America looks for any sign of ASFV, it continues to struggle with other lipid-enveloped viruses as well. Dr. Josh Jackman states that over 80% of livestock and human population epidemics and pandemics are caused by lipid enveloped viruses, making it of hug...2022-01-251h 23Real Science Exchange2022 Journal Club- Phosphorus in Dairy DietsGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University; Dr. Jesse Goff, Iowa State UniversityCo-host: Dr. Clay Zimmerman, BalchemToday’s podcast is our January installment of the Journal Club, styled after the traditional journal clubs at universities across the country and around the world. Today we’re a closer look at some of the newest research published in the Journal of Dairy Science.Article 1: https://bit.ly/3zCBdIADr. Jesse Goff, in summarizing a paper from the Netherlands, stated animals on a low phosphorus diet had lower blood phosphorus than the othe...2022-01-1156 minReal Science ExchangeReal Science Exchange - Year in ReviewGuests: Drs. Clay Zimmerman, Glen Aines, Eric Altom, Jeff ElliottAs we close out 2021 we want to take a few minutes to look back. The Real Science Exchange was started to have a more in-depth and intimate conversation with our guests from the Real Science Lecture Series. We began in the fall of 2020 and have modeled this podcast after the time spent around the pub table at scientific meetings. This is where you get out the cocktail napkin and solve all the research problems presented during the conference.We would like to thank all our...2021-12-2133 minReal Science ExchangeImpact of Thermal Processing on Protein Quality and Monogastric NutritionGuests: Dr. Chad Paulk, Kansas State University and Dr. JT Pope, Nutritionist at House of Raeford FarmsCo-host: Dr. Zack Lowman, BalchemToday’s podcast is part of a continuing conversation started during the Real Science Lecture Series, where we look deeper into the impact of thermal processing on protein quality and the forms of thermal processing in the industry. Dr. Chad Paulk mentioned there are two major categories of thermal processing, ingredients and complete diets. Complete diets in the U.S. use thermal processing most often in the pelleting process via steam conditioning and...2021-12-0753 minReal Science ExchangeBiosecurity Imperatives and the Feed SupplyGuests: Dr. Jordan Gebhardt, Kansas State University and Dr. Chad Paulk, Kansas State University Co-host: Dr. Zack Lowman, BalchemTonight we are talking feed supply biosecurity and the many challenges we face as we try to keep various animal diseases at bay. In late July, the USDA announced that African Swine Fever was detected in the Dominican Republic, inching dangerously close to the U.S. swine herd.Dr. Jordan Gebhardt explained that African Swine Fever (ASF) is caused by a virus. He discussed the history of the virus and the impact that a disease like...2021-11-241h 03Real Science ExchangeNRC Series: Vitamins & MineralsGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University and Dr. Rich Erdman, University of MarylandTonight we finish the conversation on the new NRC with two legends in the industry. We’ll first focus on macro minerals, trace minerals and vitamins, but then we’ll also put a bow on the NRC series and wrap it up for our listeners tonight. Dr. Bill Weiss says the new NRC defines “requirements” which was never done in past NRCs. They give a specific number for a specific population which is a large improvement for the reader. (9:55) Dr. Rich...2021-11-101h 15Real Science ExchangeNRC Series: Feed Intake & CarbohydratesGuests: Dr. Mary Beth Hall with the USDADr. Paul Kononoff from the University of Nebraska-LincolnCo-host: Dr. Clay Zimmerman, BalchemWe continue our discussions on the new 2021 dairy NRC, now known as NASEM. This is a follow-up to our Real Science Lecture series of five webinars that officially unveiled the content back in September. We’ll be breaking down the feed intake and carbohydrates sections during this episode.Dr. Mary Beth Hall discusses the changes in the dry matter intake equations in the new NASEM. She explains that there are two diff...2021-11-021h 06Real Science ExchangeNRC Series: Dry Cows, Calves and HeifersGuests: Dr. Jim Drackley, University of Illinois Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State UniversityDr. Mike VandeHaar, Michigan State UniversityTonight, we continue our discussions with the authors of each chapter of the new NASEM, formerly the dairy NRC. We’re focusing on dry cows, calves and heifers for our conversation and it should be a lively one. Here is a link to the webinar on the new report: https://bit.ly/3B5z2MZ. Also, we've got a new co-host tonight with Dr. Jeff Elliott joining us.Dr. Bill Weiss discusses chang...2021-10-271h 02Real Science ExchangeNRC Series: Protein and Amino AcidsGuests: Dr. Mark Hanigan, Virginia TechDr. Jeff Firkins, The Ohio StateDr. Hélène Lapierre, Agriculture and Agri-Food CanadaOur Dairy NRC series of Real Science webinars was very well received and tonight we are talking about the chapter on protein and amino acids.Dr. Mark Hanigan discussed the sections his team worked on in the new NRC. First thing was updating the feed library. After the feed library was updated they identified other updates like the microbial equations and RUP equations, adjustability data for the RUP and for microbes as well...2021-10-201h 09Real Science ExchangeNRC Overview Fats & EnergyGuests: Dr. Lou Armentano, University of Wisconsin-Madison and Dr. Mike Vandehaar, Michigan State University. Co-host: Dr. Glen Aines, BalchemWe are just coming off a very successful Real Science Lecture Series set of five webinars where we unveiled the new 2021 dairy NRC, a chapter at a time, and we can’t wait to have these sit-down conversations with each of our presenters and their guest.Dr. Lou Armentano summarizes the biggest changes from the 2001 edition to the 2021 edition within the energy chapter. He explained that their resource data shows that cows have changed, ther...2021-10-131h 07Real Science ExchangeEnergy Metabolism and Feed Efficiency – Feeding the Metabolic Race CarGuests: Dr. Paul Kononoff, University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Dr. Logan Morris, Perdue AgriBusiness. Co-host is Dr. Clay Zimmerman.As we move into the fall and new silage is going into the bunkers, we wanted to take a closer look at energy metabolism and the mechanics of feed efficiency. Let’s talk about heat production and metabolism. Dr. Paul Kononoff joined us for a webinar on August 4th, 2021, to review the basics of energetics and new science that will help feed cows better. If you want to watch the webinar, go to Balchem.com/realscience.To kick...2021-09-221h 00Real Science ExchangeJournal Club Edition #1 Reviewing RP-Lysine and Silage Cover studiesGuests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University; Dr. Paul Kononoff, University of Nebraska, and Journal of Dairy Science Editor-In-Chief. Co-host: Dr. Clay Zimmerman, BalchemWe’re excited to introduce a new segment into our podcast rotation; The Journal Club. Styled after the traditional journal clubs convened at universities across the US, we’ll take a closer look at some of the newest research being published. Once a month we will welcome Dr. Bill Weiss, Emeritus Professor from The Ohio State University, to the pub table where we will discuss selected papers that were recently published. To gain a...2021-09-0857 minReal Science ExchangeYour Practical Guide to Achieving Net Zero Carbon EmissionsGuests: Dr. Frank Mitloehner, University of California, Davis; Dr. Jim Wallace, Dairy Management, Inc.; Dr. Juan Tricarico, Dairy Management, Inc. and Caleb Harper, Dairy Scale for GoodIn May 2021 the Florida Ruminant Nutrition Conference’s Preconference Symposium titled, “Your Practical Guide to Achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions” welcomed five speakers and a Q&A session to follow. This was sponsored by Balchem Animal Nutrition & Health. What you’re about to hear is that Q&A session. Full presentations can be found here.Dr. Jim Wallace discussed the decision for the 2050 goal for net zero emissions. He said th...2021-08-251h 11Real Science ExchangeCalves Are Your Future. Are You Investing Wisely?Guests: Dr. Bob James, Down Home Heifer Solutions and Dr. Ed Kreykes, GPS Dairy Consulting. Calves are the future of every operation and represent a huge investment in both time and money before they make it to the milking string. But those first two years are the foundation for the rest of their productive lives. Tonight, we get to talk all things calves. From colostrum processes to feeding protocols. We are joined by Dr. Glen Aines as this week's co-host.Dr. Bob James discusses the importance of raising dairy calves. Since the producer doesn’t see...2021-08-111h 04Real Science ExchangeTransition Cows, Looking in the Rear-View Mirror as We Speed into the FutureGuests: Dr. Ric Grummer, Professor Emeritus, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Dr. Jesse Goff, Iowa State University; Dr. Heather White, University of Wisconsin-MadisonTonight is our second installment of what we call our legacy series. The legacy series honor those individuals that have a profound impact on our industry. For this conversation, we're going to zero in on the history of transition cow management. We are joined by Dr. Ric Grummer and Dr. Heather White from University of Wisconsin-Madison and Dr. Jesse Goff of Iowa State University.Dr. Ric Grummer discusses the transition cow and the feeding pr...2021-07-281h 13Real Science ExchangeTransgenerational Impact of Poultry DietsGuests: Dr. Chris Ashwell, North Carolina State University Chandler Keck, Graduate Student, North Carolina State UniversityTonight, we're going to switch it up a little bit and address some issues within the monogastric realm, but the ideas are ones that are generating a lot of interest across all segments of animal agriculture. And that topic is transgenerational inheritance.Dr. Chris Ashwell discusses different research studies supplementing nutrients inside of the egg. He described a study that introduced a nutrient to the egg that ultimately had a negative influence on another trait. Trying to und...2021-07-141h 05Real Science ExchangeTransition Cows, Looking in the Rear View Mirror as we Speed into the FutureGuests: Dr. Chris Ashwell, North Carolina State University Chandler Keck, Graduate Student, North Carolina State UniversityTonight, we're going to switch it up a little bit and address some issues within the monogastric realm, but the ideas are ones that are generating a lot of interest across all segments of animal agriculture. And that topic is transgenerational inheritance.Dr. Chris Ashwell discusses different research studies supplementing nutrients inside of the egg. He described a study that introduced a nutrient to the egg that ultimately had a negative influence on another trait. Trying to und...2021-07-141h 05Real Science ExchangeImpacting Milk ComponentsGuests: Dr. Tom Overton, Cornell UniversityCorwin Holtz, Holtz-Nelson Dairy ConsultantsThe last 18 months have been challenging for the ag industry, and we've seen a rollercoaster of milk prices throughout the COVID pandemic. As the world begins to normalize, we can now shift our focus to impacting efficiency and profitability across the dairy operation. Tonight, we’re going to get really practical and dig into ways we can improve milk component production. Corwin describes that he monitors, on a monthly basis, energy corrected milk, pounds of fat, pounds of protein, ratios rela...2021-06-301h 01Real Science ExchangeImpacting Milk ComponentsGuests: Dr. Tom Overton, Cornell UniversityCorwin Holtz, Holtz-Nelson Dairy ConsultantsThe last 18 months have been challenging for the ag industry, and we've seen a rollercoaster of milk prices throughout the COVID pandemic. As the world begins to normalize, we can now shift our focus to impacting efficiency and profitability across the dairy operation. Tonight, we’re going to get really practical and dig into ways we can improve milk component production. Corwin describes that he monitors, on a monthly basis, energy corrected milk, pounds of fat, pounds of protein, ratios relative to d...2021-06-301h 01Real Science ExchangeHeat Stress InterventionsGuests: Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State UniversityDr. Rosemarie Zimbelman, Dairy Nutrition ServicesDr. Bob Collier, University of IdahoSummer heat is at full strength and that means heat stress for your animals. Tonight, we have brought together a powerhouse roundtable of experts in the field of heat stress management to talk through the physiology and mechanisms for effectively managing the heat. Dr. Bob Collier discussed how we have changed our cows in the past 50 years to produce milk production which increases maintenance requirements, making them more sensitive to heat stress and more...2021-06-1656 minReal Science ExchangeKansas State Pet Food Program Research ShowcaseGuests: Dr. Greg Aldrich, K-State University, Dr. Amanda Dainton, K-State University, Dr. Heather Acuff, K-State University, Krystina Lema Almeida, K-State UniversityIn this episode, you’ll feel like we're back on campus because we've gathered together some of the top minds in the Kansas State University pet food program for this week's pubcast. The discussion started at our very first research showcase webinar, which aired on March 16th. We'll feature other university programs going forward. And if you'd like for us to consider showcasing your university program, simply email us anh.marketing@balchem.com. To find a reco...2021-06-0258 minReal Science ExchangeHeat Stress and Late Gestation CowsGuests:Dr. Geoff Dahl, University of FloridaDr. Jimena Laporta, University of Wisconsin-MadisonWe are back at the Real Science Exchange and invite you to pull up a chair and join us to discuss the effects of heat stress on late gestation cows. Tonight’s guests, who have worked together on research in this area, Dr. Geoff Dahl with the University of Florida and Dr. Jimena Laporta with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, join Scott Sorrell and Dr. Clay Zimmerman.Dr. Dahl kicks off the discussion by level setting with the idea that cows ha...2021-05-1959 minReal Science ExchangeAssessing Mineral Availability Guests: Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University Dr. Mat Faulkner, Purina Welcome back to the Real Science Exchange. Before we get started tonight, we’d like to share how you can get our t-shirts. There are three steps, either subscribe, follow or like the Real Science Exchange podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on YouTube, take a screenshot and send it to anh.marketing@balchem.com. Include your name, shirt size and mailing address. This week, our hosts are joined by Dr. Bill Weiss from The Ohio State University and Dr. Mat Fau...2021-05-051h 09Real Science ExchangeHistory of Feeding Fat to Dairy CattleGuests:Dr. Tom Jenkins, Clemson UniversityDr. Don Palmquist, The Ohio State UniversityDr. Kevin Harvatine, Pennsylvania State UniversityWe gather around the Real Science Exchange virtual table for another pubcast with leading researchers to dive into this week’s topic of the history of feeding fat to dairy cattle. Scott Sorrell and Dr. Clay Zimmerman are joined by tonight’s guests who span the history of the topic with Dr. Don Palmquist being one of the founding fathers and Dr. Tom Jenkins also providing much of the depth as we dive in on this...2021-04-211h 07Real Science ExchangeUnderstanding Seasonal and Daily Rhythms on Milk & Component YieldGuests: Dr. Kevin Harvatine, Pennsylvania State UniversityDr. Isaac Salfer, University of MinnesotaWe are back at the Real Science Exchange for another pubcast joined by dairy industry professionals. This week our hosts Scott Sorrell and Dr. Clay Zimmerman are joined by Dr. Kevin Harvatine from Penn State University and Dr. Isaac Salfer from the University of Minnesota. The discussion around the table is focused on understanding seasonal and daily rhythms on milk & component yield.Earlier this year, Dr. Harvatine joined Balchem for the Real Science Lecture Series on the same topic. Click h...2021-04-071h 05Real Science ExchangeGlobal Mega Trends in AgricultureGuests: Brett Stuart & Richard Fritz, co-founders of Global AgriTrends The pubcast table is filled with new guests as we jump into a global topic on the Real Science Exchange. This week we focus on ag trends worldwide and what we can learn from past indicators and future outlook. Our co-hosts Scott Sorrell and Jonathan Griffin, are joined by the co-founders of Global AgriTrends, Brett Stuart & Richard Fritz. In December, Brett first initiated this conversation for the Real Science Lecture focused on Global Mega Trends in Agriculture. You can find that lecture here: https://www.youtube.com/wa...2021-03-241h 01Real Science ExchangeNet Zero Carbon EmissionsGuests: Dr. Frank Mitloehner, University of California Davis CLEAR Center and Rethinking MethaneDr. Mike McCloskey, Co-Founder and CEO of Select Milk Producers & CEO of FairlifeThe topic today is our carbon footprint, methane, and the dairy industry's environmental impact on dairy producers, the industry, consumers, and lawmakers. In this week's pubcast, a podcast from the pub, we dive into all of these topics and more with two experts. From the research perspective, Dr. Frank Mitloehner shared what he sees at the macro level, and Dr. Mike McCloskey, Co-Founder and CEO of Select Milk Producers a...2021-03-101h 04Real Science ExchangeMaintenance of Health in the Ruminant Digestive TractGuest: Dr. Brian Aldridge, University of IllinoisThe crew is gathered at the Real Science Exchange again this week. We feature our guest Dr. Brian Aldridge who works in Rural Animal Health Management at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois. Hosting the discussion is Scott Sorrell, joined by Dr. Clay Zimmerman and Dr. Ken Sanderson from Balchem Animal Nutrition and Health.Listeners who enjoy the Real Science lecture series heard from Dr. Aldridge earlier this year. You can check out the presentation here: https://youtu.be/JoQl6NE-SZM.A central theme f...2021-02-2457 minReal Science ExchangeMaximizing Dairy ROIGuests:Dr. Mike Hutjens, University of IllinoisScott Brenner, Hunter Haven FarmsThe Real Science Exchange is back this week and we are joined by Dr. Mike Hutjens from the University of Illinois and Scott Brenner with Hunter Haven Farms in Pearl City, Illinois. The evening discussion centers around Maximizing Dairy Return on Investment (ROI).Real Science listeners might recognize Dr. Hutjens from his lecture with the Real Science Lecture Series in July 2020. Here is a link to his presentation: https://tinyurl.com/y4axw967.Dr. Hutjens’ research and broad experience pai...2021-02-101h 02Real Science ExchangeThe Evolving Field of Nutritional ImmunologyGuests: Dr. Barry Bradford, Michigan State University Dr. Turner Swartz, Michigan State University We are back at the Real Science Exchange, and this week Dr. Barry Bradford and Dr. Turner Swartz, both from Michigan State University, join us. This week the pub table discussion is focused on The Evolving Field of Nutritional Immunology. Dr. Barry Bradford presented as part of the Real Science lecture series. His presentation, “Feeding the Immunity Defenders; The Evolving Field of Nutritional Immunology. You can find the link to that presentation here: https://youtu.be/UdcPNhrZk_o.The conve...2021-01-2751 minReal Science ExchangeWhat to expect from the dairy markets in 2021?Dr. Kohl presented in the Real Science Lecture series, Transitioning a Black Swan to a Phoenix in the Global Dairy Markets. Here is a link to that presentation: https://youtu.be/myhTpyBJzKE. Today's discussion dives into a quick look back at what happened in 2020 and critical learnings for the 2021 outlook. 10:36 When Dr. Kohl takes a look at an individual dairy farm or the larger industry, he discusses the importance of Business IQ and what that means for the business's overall health. Additionally, he discusses the change in consumers' outlook on agriculture's importance through food shortages a...2021-01-0651 minReal Science ExchangeSupplemental Fatty Acids- Much More Than Just Fat and EnergyGuests:Dr. Adam Lock, Michigan State UniversityStacy Nichols, Vita PlusThe table at the Real Science Exchange is filled once again with great conversation and learning on the topic of supplemental fatty acids- much more than just fat and energy. Co-hosts Scott Sorrell and Dr. Clay Zimmerman are joined by Dr. Adam Lock of Michigan State University and Stacy Nichols from Vita Plus. Dr. Adam Lock had previously presented on this topic during the Real Science Lecture series and has been one of the most popular topics discussed so far. You can fi...2020-12-091h 06Real Science ExchangeInsights into a Common Goal: Stopping the Spread of African Swine FeverGuests:Dr. Scott Dee, Pipestone HoldingsDr. Gordon Spronk, Pipestone HoldingsThe Real Science Exchange is open again for a great discussion this time shifting to the swine industry. The host Scott Sorrell was joined by Dr. Eric Altom, a technical nutritionist with Balchem’s Companion and Monogastric segments. Scott and Eric are joined by Dr. Scott Dee and Dr. Gordon Spronk, both of Pipestone Holdings. Dr. Dee and Dr. Spronk both have extensive experience with African Swine Fever and they discussed their experience viewing the virus from the research lens and the practical use le...2020-11-2551 minReal Science ExchangeMeet your host of Real Science ExchangeGrab a drink and enjoy getting to know one of the Real Science Exchange podcast hosts, Scott Sorrell. While Scott did not grow up on a dairy farm, he's spent his career working in the dairy nutrition field and has a great passion for the dairy industry. Scott provides a preview of what listeners can expect from future podcasts. The episodes will dive into hot topics in the dairy industry. Think of each podcast episode as the conversations around the table over a few drinks after the industry meetings. You know, the chats where all the real wo...2020-09-2905 min