The Poultry Podcast Show

In this special episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, marking International Women’s Day, Dr. Sunoh Che, Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland, explains how rapid broiler growth affects muscle health and breast myopathies. She discusses woody breast, white striping, and spaghetti meat, highlighting shared physiological mechanisms and the role of nutrition, genetics, and management. Dr. Che also explores how epidemiology and data modeling support practical decisions in commercial systems. Learn how science can guide healthier, more efficient poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Addressing breast muscle myopathies requires systemic solutions rather than adjusting a single nutrient or management practice.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Sunoh Che is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal and Avian Sciences at the University of Maryland and a board-certified veterinary epidemiologist. Her work focuses on poultry management, breast myopathies, biosecurity, and applied epidemiology to improve flock health and production efficiency. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:16) Introduction
(05:58) Breast myopathies
(07:32) Shared mechanisms
(09:32) Genetics role
(11:08) Nutrition effects
(17:37) Epidemiology tools
(24:37) Final Questions

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- DietForge
- Natural Biologics
- AB Vista
- Signify
- PSA
- J&D + AAF
- Zoetis
- Biofractal
- dsm-firmenich

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Luis Romero, Founder and CEO of Biofractal, explains how gene expression technologies and artificial intelligence can uncover hidden nutritional and subclinical limitations in poultry production. He discusses bridging research and field reality, improving gut function assessment, and translating biological insights into practical nutrition and health decisions. Get valuable perspectives for professionals focused on performance, resilience, and system optimization. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Artificial intelligence converts complex biological signatures into information that can be easily understood and applied.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Luis Romero is the Founder and CEO of Biofractal, with a PhD in Animal Science from the University of Alberta and over 20 years of experience in poultry nutrition, health, and innovation. His work focuses on applying systems biology and artificial intelligence to improve decision-making in poultry production. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:03) Introduction
(03:47) Research gaps
(07:25) Gut health limits
(09:11) Gene expression use
(12:32) Economic outcomes
(17:17) Nutrition resilience
(23:16) Final Questions

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- Biofractal

* Evonik
* Barentz
* BinSentry
* Adisseo
- Natural Biologics
- PSA
- dsm-firmenich
- DietForge
- Zoetis
- AB Vista
- J&D + AAF

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Duke Pruengpanyanont, from Zoetis, shares his experience supporting hatchery operations across the Asia-Pacific region. He outlines the essential steps for successful in ovo vaccination, the role of continuous training, and the importance of strong biosecurity measures. Learn how technical support and collaboration are key to hatchery performance. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Consistent biosecurity practices protect the hatchery from unnecessary exposure that often enters through overlooked human movements or uncontrolled equipment flow.”

Meet the guest: Ekapol (Duke) Pruengpanyanont holds a background in automotive engineering and an MBA in Global Business Management. As a Cluster Biodevice Support Specialist for Zoetis in the Asia-Pacific region, he leads technical services focused on hatchery automation and in ovo vaccination. His insights center on biosecurity, hatchery efficiency, and cross-country support strategies. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:27) Introduction
(04:35) Biosecurity best practices
(06:31) In ovo vaccination systems
(07:27) Importance of staff training
(11:43) Hatchery layout and flow
(14:37) Hygiene enforcement issues
(19:52) Final Questions

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- Zoetis

* Adisseo
* Evonik
* Barentz
* BinSentry
- AB Vista
- J&D + AAF
- Biofractal
- Natural Biologics
- PSA
- dsm-firmenich
- DietForge

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Lin Walker, from NC State University, discusses key strategies for improving food safety in poultry and egg products. She explains common misconceptions about organic poultry, the challenges of reducing Salmonella, and best consumer practices to ensure safe handling and cooking. Learn how the poultry industry is advancing food safety standards, listen now on all major platforms!

“Salmonella is everywhere in the environment, and when birds are exposed outdoors, they face a higher risk of bacterial contamination.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Lin Walker is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Applied Microbiology at NC State University. Her work focuses on minimizing foodborne pathogens and ensuring the microbial safety of poultry and egg products while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. She also researches Cochlosoma anatis, an emerging protozoan parasite in turkeys. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:29) Introduction
(05:43) Poultry food safety
(08:55) Organic vs conventional
(11:41) Salmonella control
(25:18) Consumer best practices
(32:52) Industry safety strategies
(41:54) Final Questions

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* BinSentry
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- Zoetis
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- Biofractal
- Natural Biologics
- PSA

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Raja Chalghoumi, Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition at the University of Carthage in Tunisia, explains how insect meal can support sustainable poultry production. She discusses nutritional benefits, impacts on performance, gut health, and immune response, along with the regulatory and economic challenges of large-scale adoption. Learn how insects could help reduce dependence on imported soybean and fishmeal. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Insect-based ingredients provide concentrated energy and high-quality protein with an amino acid profile comparable to or exceeding soybean meal.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Raja Chalghoumi is an Associate Professor of Animal Nutrition and Microbial Ecology at the University of Carthage in Tunisia. Her research focuses on using insect meal, probiotics, prebiotics, and functional additives to enhance poultry health, performance, and sustainability. She is also active in national and international biosafety committees. 

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What you will learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:45) Introduction
(07:16) Insect meal concept
(12:25) Optimal insect species
(16:16) Performance impact
(18:45) Gut health effects
(23:00) Immune response
(26:30) Final Questions

The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

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* Evonik
* BinSentry
* Barentz
* Adisseo
- PSA
- Zoetis
- J&D + AAF
- DietForge
- dsm-firmenich
- AB Vista
- Biofractal

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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