Brian Sanford: Early Disease Detection in Dairy Herds | Ep. 143
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Brian Sanford, Eastern US Team Lead at smaXtec, discusses the advantages of bolus technology in dairy herd management. He explains how highly precise, real-time data from the reticulum—such as inner body temperature and water intake—enables early disease detection, improved diagnoses, and better reproductive outcomes. Learn how this technology is helping producers reduce involuntary culling, enhance milk quality, and optimize peak milk production. Listen now on all major platforms!"By monitoring cows’ internal temperatures in real-time, we can detect health issues days before clinical signs appear, allowing for early intervention and better outcomes."Meet the guest: Brian Sanford is the Eastern US Team Lead at smaXtec, with over 15 years of experience in dairy nutrition and herd management. Before joining smaXtec, he worked extensively in forage quality and nutrition sales, helping producers optimize dairy herd health and efficiency. Brian’s expertise lies in leveraging technology for precision dairy farming, particularly in early disease detection and reproductive health.What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:12) Introduction(04:47) Early disease detection(08:32) Potential influences on data(11:18) Improving cow reproduction(22:12) Biggest benefits for farms(26:12) Using sensor technology(33:42) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: SmaXtec* Priority IAC* Lallemand* Adisseo* Evonik- Berg + Schmidt- dsm-firmenich- Scoular- ICC- AHV- AGRI-TRAC- Protekta- Natural Biologics𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Lindsay Ferlito and Betsy Hicks from Cornell University Extension explores the complexities of benchmarking in dairy health management. They discuss the challenges of disease recording, the importance of consistent data collection, and how these insights can improve farm management. Don’t miss this episode for valuable knowledge on optimizing herd health practices in dairy operations."Benchmarking allows farms to compare themselves to similarly managed farms, driving continuous improvement." - Betsy HicksMeet the guests: Lindsay Ferlito is a Dairy Animal Welfare Specialist at Cornell University PRO-DAIRY, with a Master of Science in Dairy Cattle Behavior and Well-Being from the University of British Columbia. She has led cow comfort assessments nationwide and collaborates with farms to enhance animal welfare and maintain compliance with industry care standards. Betsy Hicks is an Area Dairy Management Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension and earned her M.S. in dairy nutrition from the University of Illinois, focusing on nutritional strategies to support herd health and performance.What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:22) Introduction(03:56) Benchmarking in dairy health(08:11) Consistent data collection(14:31) Uniformity vs. practical farming(20:49) Data consistency(29:22) Employee training(34:48) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Adisseo* Priority IAC* Lallemand* Evonik- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- dsm-firmenich- SmaXtec- Scoular- ICC- AHV- AGRI-TRAC- Protekta𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Tom Woodall: Traction Milling for Dairy Barns | Ep. 141
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Tom Woodall, founder of AGRI-TRAC Inc., shares his insights on the evolution of dairy barns, with a focus on addressing lameness in dairy cows through flooring solutions. Tom discusses the importance of proper barn maintenance and how traction milling technology is helping dairy farmers reduce costs and improve cow health. Listen now on all major platforms!"Traction milling eliminates slip-and-catch, offering a more sanitary surface for cows."Meet the guest: Tom Woodall is the founder of AGRI-TRAC Inc., a company focused on improving dairy farm flooring systems with innovative traction milling technology. Raised on a dairy farm in Southern Ontario, Tom has been dedicated to modernizing dairy facilities. With a background in Farm Business Management and years of hands-on experience, he has worked across Canada and the northeastern United States, providing solutions to improve dairy cow health and reduce operational costs.What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:20) Introduction(01:46) Reducing lameness(03:23) Flooring maintenance evolution(07:17) Barn flooring traction(14:50) Choosing flooring solutions(18:27) Traction milling explained(33:12) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: AGRI-TRAC* Adisseo* Priority IAC- Protekta- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- dsm-firmenich- SmaXtec- Scoular- ICC- AHV𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Dr. Lina Castano-Duque: Preventing Mycotoxin Outbreaks | Ep. 140
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Lina Castano-Duque from USDA-ARS explores the critical role of predictive models in managing mycotoxin outbreaks in US corn. She discusses the key environmental factors, soil conditions, and insect pressure that drive fungal growth and toxin production, such as aflatoxins and fumonisins, which impact feed quality and herd health. Listen now on all major platforms!"Planting in highly acidic soil increases the probability of a mycotoxin outbreak."Meet the guest: Dr. Lina Castano-Duque is a plant pathologist at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) within the Agricultural Research Service (ARS). She serves as a permanent scientist at the Food and Feed Safety Research Unit, located at the Southern Regional Research Center in New Orleans. She holds a Ph.D. in Botany and Plant Biology from Penn State University and specializes in predictive modeling, fungal interactions, and crop pathology.What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:28) Introduction(06:55) Mycotoxins & fungal growth(09:55) Fungal species(11:38) Mycotoxin outbreaks(14:28) Mycotoxin production(23:28) Risks of mycotoxins(26:28) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: Volac* Priority IAC* Adisseo- AHV- Protekta- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- dsm-firmenich- AGRI-TRAC- SmaXtec- Scoular- ICC𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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Dr. Melina Bonato: Yeast in Ruminant Nutrition | Ep. 139
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Melina Bonato, Global Technical and R&D Manager at ICC Animal Nutrition, shares her expertise on the evolving role of yeast-based products in ruminant nutrition. She shares insights on how yeast products impact rumen health, immune system function, and animal performance. Learn about the different sources of yeast, their benefits, and how they contribute to improved dairy cattle production. Listen now on all major platforms!"Fermentation processes impact the yeast’s components and their benefits in animal diets."Meet the guest: Dr. Melina Bonato is the Global Technical and R&D Manager at ICC Animal Nutrition. With over 12 years of experience at ICC, she has played a pivotal role in advancing research and development, focusing on yeast-based products for animal nutrition. Dr. Bonato holds a Ph.D. in Animal Science from Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho, where she also completed her Master’s and Bachelor's degrees. She has published 25 papers in peer-reviewed journals, five book chapters, and several abstracts and technical magazine articles.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love:Dr. Michael Ballou: Rumen Health Revelations | Ep. 77Dr. José Santos: Transition Cow Health | Ep. 128Dr. Phil Cardoso: Fiber & Energy Balance | Ep. 135What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:30) Introduction(02:36) Guest background(04:50) Yeast-based product evolution(08:04) Different yeast sources(12:12) Ethanol vs. sugarcane fermentation(14:15) Gut health and immune support(22:24) Final three questionsThe Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: ICC* Adisseo* Priority IAC- Protekta- Natural Biologics- Berg + Schmidt- dsm-firmenich- AGRI-TRAC- AHV- Volac- SmaXtec- Scoular𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Dairy Podcast ShowInstagram: The Dairy Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show
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