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The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast

Learn poultry nutrition from the brightest minds of the global poultry industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a poultry nutritionist who wants to stay up to date with all that is working in the industry, but doesn’t know how to start, doesn’t have the time, or feel most courses out there don’t deliver, then you have come to the right place.The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts

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10:15

Isabel Tobin: Colonization Resistance to Protect...

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2025/11/19

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Isabel Tobin, Ph.D. candidate at Oklahoma State University, explains her research on gut health and necrotic enteritis prevention in poultry. She highlights how commensal bacteria can strengthen the intestinal barrier, enhance immunity, and reduce pathogen colonization. Listen now on all major platforms!"Colonization resistance is the concept that millions of beneficial bacteria naturally residing in the gut protect the host from

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Dr. Jerry Spears: Chromium in Turkey Nutrition | Ep. 126

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2025/11/12

In this episode of the Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jerry Spears, Animal Nutrition Consultant, shares his expertise on trace minerals, with a focus on chromium use in turkeys. He explains how chromium impacts insulin sensitivity, stress reduction, and immune function, while also discussing its effect on growth, feed efficiency, and economic return. Listen now on all major platforms!"Studies have indicated that at 16 or 17 weeks of age, turkeys supplemented with chromium showed an

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Dr. Dawn Koltes: Enzymes in Turkey Nutrition | Ep. 125

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2025/11/05

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Dawn Koltes from Iowa State University shares her research on enzymes in turkey nutrition. She explains the differences between endogenous and exogenous enzymes, how turkey feeding practices have evolved, and why more updated research is needed. Listen now on all major platforms!"Exogenous enzymes are essentially enzymes that we are providing to the bird, while the endogenous ones are produced by the bird."Meet the guest: Dr

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Dr. Dana Didde: Functional Ingredients in Poultry...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Dana Didde, Poultry Nutritionist at Jones-Hamilton Co., discusses the growing role of functional feed ingredients in modern poultry nutrition. She explains how sodium bisulfate supports gut health, improves feed pH balance, and enhances milling efficiency. Discover how this versatile feed ingredient can enhance nutrition programs and overall animal performance. Listen now on all major platforms!"Sodium bisulfate is a very versatile

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Dr. Martin Gierus: Insect Meal for Poultry | Ep. 123

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2025/10/22

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Martin Gierus from the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU) discusses the challenges and opportunities of using insect meal as an alternative protein source in poultry nutrition. He explores digestibility, nutrient variability, and environmental impact compared to traditional feed ingredients. Learn what makes insect-based feed promising for sustainable poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms!"The

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Dr. Rony Riveros: Modeling in Poultry Nutrition | Ep....

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2025/10/15

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Rony Riveros, a postdoctoral researcher at São Paulo State University and visiting scholar at INRAE in France, explains how nutritional modeling is revolutionizing poultry feed strategies. He discusses practical applications for performance optimization, sustainability, and precision feeding using dynamic mathematical tools. Listen now on all major platforms!"Broiler chickens grow fast, so we need efficient tools to predict nutrient

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Jodie Allen: Phytochemical Nanoemulsions for...

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2025/10/08

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Jodie Allen, Ph.D. candidate at the University of Connecticut, explains her research on Salmonella control in poultry products. She discusses how phytochemicals and nanoemulsions can enhance food safety, their effectiveness compared to commercial sanitizers, and the challenges of balancing safety with cost and product quality. Listen now on all major platforms!"Phytochemicals, derived from plant sources, have shown strong antimicrobial

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Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge: Teaching Poultry Science |...

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2025/10/01

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge from Texas A&M University shares her journey transitioning from student to faculty in the Poultry Science Department. She discusses the challenges of teaching nearly 400 students a year, adapting to new learning styles, and balancing professionalism with relatability. Learn how she fosters collaboration, prepares students for the workforce, and navigates generational differences in academia. Listen now on all

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Dr. Marco Antonio Ebbing: Consistency in Feed and...

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2025/09/24

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Marco Antonio Ebbing, poultry nutritionist at JBS Seara Brazil, explains the key role of ingredient analysis and feed processing in ensuring consistent broiler performance. He highlights the challenges of moisture variability in grains, communication with feed mill staff, and the importance of precise calibrations in formulation. Gain insights into managing feed quality for better efficiency and bird health. Listen now on all major

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Savannah Wells: Soybean Add-Backs | Ep. 118

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2025/09/17

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Savannah Wells from the University of Arkansas explores the use of soybean add-backs and soybean genotype selection for improving nutrient composition in poultry diets. She explains their energy value, moisture content, and practical inclusion in broiler feed. Listen now on all major platforms!"With more soybean crushing, we're producing more add backs, and the idea is to re-incorporate them into soybean meal to boost its energy

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Dr. Bayo Sokale: β-mannanase in Poultry | Ep. 117

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2025/09/10

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Bayo Sokale from BASF breaks down the evolving role of β-mannanase in poultry diets. He shares how this enzyme supports both nutrition and gut health, offers tips on applying matrix values, and explores its impact on the immune response. Listen now on all major platforms!"β-mannanase reduces gut viscosity, which helps improve nutrient digestion and supports better intestinal function in poultry diets."Meet the guest: Dr. Bayo

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Dr. Sandro Cerrate: Field Strategies for Broiler...

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2025/09/03

In this special episode, celebrating National Chicken Month, Dr. Sandro Cerrate, Poultry Nutrition Consultant, shares his insights on broiler breeder nutrition practices. He discusses how different countries approach poultry nutrition, the challenges posed by mycotoxins, and strategies for enhancing egg production and overall poultry health. Listen now on all major platforms!"The best recommendation for breeders is to measure and monitor feed and body condition regularly to ensure long-term

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Dr. Karen Vignale: Turkey Dermatitis & Gut Health...

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2025/08/27

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Karen Vignale from Kemin discusses turkey dermatitis and its impact on gut health. She shares insights into the causes of dermatitis in turkeys, its connection to gut permeability, and how a nutritional tool can help mitigate the issue. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Using a combination of probiotics and phytogenics, we were able to reduce Clostridium levels, improve performance, and manage secondary infections."Meet the

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Dr. Taina Lopes: Newcastle Disease Impact | Ep. 114

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2025/08/20

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Taina Lopes, a postdoctoral fellow at Auburn University, explores how nutrition may influence immune responses to Newcastle disease in poultry. She breaks down the impact of viral shedding, immunization challenges, and the role of nutrients like vitamin D and zinc in immune support. Learn how immunity and nutrition intersect in poultry health. Listen now on all major platforms!"Nutritional needs of the immune system differ from

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Dr. Michael Lilburn: Zinc’s Role in Poultry Nutrition...

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2025/08/13

In this second part of the episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michael Lilburn from Ohio State University continues exploring the complexities of zinc nutrition in poultry. He explores transporters, immune function, microbiome interactions, and the limitations of current zinc research methodologies. Dr. Lilburn also discusses the effectiveness of organic vs. inorganic zinc sources. Listen now on all major platforms!"The role of trace minerals on the microbiome may not show

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Dr. Michael Lilburn: Zinc in Poultry Diets - Part 1 |...

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2025/08/06

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michael Lilburn, Emeritus Professor at Ohio State University, explores the complex role of zinc in poultry nutrition. He discusses historical context, metabolic functions, enzyme interactions, and ongoing misconceptions around zinc requirements. Gain science-backed insights into digestibility and bioavailability. Listen now on all major platforms!"Zinc plays catalytic and structural roles depending on the protein and the amino acid

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Juan Gabriel Espino: Growth Curve Modeling | Ep. 111

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2025/07/30

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Juan Gabriel Espino, specialist in monogastric animal nutrition, discusses the role of mathematics in poultry nutrition and the application of nonlinear models in growth prediction for pullets and broilers. He explains how the Gompertz function can be used as a powerful tool to improve feed phase management, optimize nutrient strategies, and better understand animal growth dynamics. Listen now on all major platforms!"The Gompertz model

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Dr. Birger Svihus: Particle Size Preference | Ep. 110

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2025/07/23

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Birger Svihus from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences breaks down how particle size affects broiler feeding behavior. He shares insights into how birds select feed particles, their preferences for fines, and the implications for feed formulation. Find out how a closer look at pecking patterns could change the way we think about poultry nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms!"The bird is pecking more than once per

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Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi: Reduced Protein Diets | Ep. 109

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2025/07/16

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Oluyinka Olukosi from the University of Georgia shares key findings from his studies with reduced-protein diets in poultry diets. He explains the role of alternative protein sources, amino acid supplementation, and phase-specific feeding strategies in maintaining performance. Learn how these approaches impact both production and environmental outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!"Digestible amino acid formulation has allowed

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Dr. Cangliang Shen: Microbial Safety in Poultry...

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2025/07/09

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Cangliang Shen from West Virginia University explores how microbial contamination in poultry poses emerging challenges for food safety. He discusses the use of surrogate bacteria, thermal processing techniques, and sanitation protocols in real-world poultry feed operations. Listen now on all major platforms!"We find that temperature up to 80°C can reach a three log reduction for the efficiency, which gives us hints for developing

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