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The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast

Learn dairy health from the brightest minds of the global swine industry – in 9 minutes.If you are a dairy veterinarian 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 Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the most

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12:41

Dr. Paul Fricke: Heifer Reproduction Insights | Ep. 27

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2025/12/17

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Paul Fricke from the University of Wisconsin–Madison discusses reproductive management strategies for dairy heifers and how synchronization protocols can improve fertility and profitability. He shares new findings on timed insemination, sexed semen, and the economic value of reducing days on feed. Learn how to optimize your herd’s reproductive efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!"Heifers are often overlooked in reproductive

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Dr. Paul Fricke: Timing of AI | Ep. 26

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2025/12/10

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Paul Fricke, Professor of Dairy Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, explores how timed AI protocols and activity monitoring systems can boost reproductive efficiency in dairy herds. He explains what recent research reveals about insemination timing, the pitfalls of common practices like “Co-Synch,” and how data-driven monitoring improves fertility outcomes. Listen now on all major platforms!"Delaying insemination by 16 hours

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Dr. Maria Jose Fuenzalida: Smarter Mastitis Control |...

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2025/12/03

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Maria Jose Fuenzalida from the University of Wisconsin–River Falls explores how mastitis prevention and employee training improve milk quality and cow welfare. She shares findings from her research and explains why not every mastitis case needs treatment. Listen now on all major platforms!"Training is important, but continuing training and making sure that everybody’s on the same page is also very important."Meet the guest: Dr. Maria

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11:07

Dr. Rafael Domingues: Understanding Pregnancy Loss in...

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2025/11/26

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Rafael Domingues from The Ohio State University explores insights into pregnancy loss in dairy cattle. He explains the biological mechanisms behind embryonic failure, progesterone’s role in supporting early pregnancy, and strategies to reduce reproductive losses. Get evidence-based takeaways to improve herd fertility and reproductive management. Listen now on all major platforms!"Progesterone supplementation helped enhance embryonic

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Dr. Anna Denicol: Effects of Heat Stress on Ovarian...

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2025/11/19

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Anna Denicol, Associate Professor at the University of California, Davis, discusses the effects of heat stress on ovarian folliculogenesis and genetic selection of cattle for thermotolerance through the slick gene. She explains how temperature and humidity impact reproductive performance, shares follicle culture techniques, and explores how genetics can help sustain fertility under heat stress. Listen now on all major platforms!"We saw

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Dr. Clara Rial: From Research to Farm | Ep. 22

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2025/11/12

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Clara Rial, manager of a commercial dairy farm in Spain, shares her unique perspective as both a veterinarian and researcher managing a commercial dairy farm. She explains how precision technologies and real-time data collection can shape calf management, improve health outcomes, and drive better decision-making. She also highlights the challenge of adapting research findings to farm-specific realities. Listen now on all major

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Dr. Clara Rial: Automated Monitoring Tools in Dairies...

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2025/11/05

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Clara Rial, currently managing the rearing section of a commercial dairy farm in Spain, explains how precision technologies are reshaping dairy cattle health. She shares findings from her work on activity monitoring systems, discussing their value for early disease detection, clinical examination strategies, and practical applications on commercial dairies. Listen now on all major platforms!"Cows selected with sensor alerts had greater

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Dr. Guillermo Martinez-Boggio: Genetics for Methane...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Guillermo Martinez-Boggio from the University of California, Davis, explores the role of genetics in improving feed efficiency and reducing methane emissions in dairy cows. He explains how genomic tools and reference populations are being developed to help farmers select more efficient, lower-emission animals. Learn how genetics, management, and feeding strategies can work together for a more sustainable dairy industry. Listen now on all

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Dr. Breno Fragomeni: Genetics and Heat Stress | Ep. 19

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2025/10/22

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Breno Fragomeni, Associate Professor at the University of Connecticut, explains the challenges of selecting dairy cattle for heat tolerance without compromising fertility. He outlines current gaps in national genetic evaluations, shares findings from local herd studies, and discusses the future of trait selection in heat-stressed environments. Tune in now on all major platforms!"We associate declining milk production with higher

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Dr. Ermias Kebreab: Methane Inhibitors & Additives |...

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2025/10/15

In this special episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in dairy production, Dr. Ermias Kebreab from the University of California explains the science behind methane emissions in dairy cattle and the strategies being developed to reduce them. He discusses how inhibitors and feed additives such as seaweed and 3-NOP work, their impact on animal productivity, and the potential benefits for climate change. Listen now on all major platforms!"In

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Dr. Rik Hendriks: Inflammation and Dairy Cow...

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2025/10/08

I'm Dr. Craig McConnel, and I’m thrilled to kick off my first episode as host on The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast! Very excited to embark on this journey with you. Celebrating National Farmer’s Day, our guest, Dr. Rik Hendriks, bovine practitioner and co-owner of veterinary practice Ell, explores the role of inflammation in metabolic diseases in dairy cows. He shares how physiology-centered veterinary care can improve treatment outcomes and reshape prevention strategies. Learn how inflammation

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11:57

Dr. Gerard Cramer: Preventive Hoof Trimming | Ep. 16

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2025/10/01

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gerard Cramer, Professor at the University of Minnesota, explores the economic and welfare considerations involved in preventive hoof trimming for dairy cattle. He discusses the delicate balance between preventing lameness and the associated costs, and how strategically allocating resources can improve animal health and labor efficiency on farms. Listen now on all major platforms!"Trimming programs should be based on data, ensuring they

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Dr. Sandra Godden: Bedding Management for Dairy Cows...

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2025/09/24

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandra Godden from the University of Minnesota explores how bedding materials influence udder health in dairy cattle. She shares key findings on bacterial risks, monitoring protocols, and hygiene management for both organic and inorganic bedding types. Learn practical strategies to reduce mastitis through better bedding decisions. Listen now on all major platforms!"High bacteria counts in bedding are strongly associated with increased

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Dr. Stephen LeBlanc: Ketosis in Dairy Cattle | Ep. 14

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2025/09/17

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stephen LeBlanc from the University of Guelph explores ketosis in dairy cattle. He shares key insights from decades of research into BHB thresholds, risk factors, treatment strategies, and the herd-level implications of metabolic disorders. Discover practical ways to manage and reduce ketosis risks. Listen now on all major platforms!“Elevated BHB levels in early lactation significantly increase the risk of displaced abomasum, early culling,

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Dr. Sandra Godden: Colostrum Management for Dairy...

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2025/09/10

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandra Godden, Professor of Dairy Population Medicine at the University of Minnesota, explains why colostrum remains the cornerstone of calf immunity. She unpacks the updated “Five Qs,” shares practical cleanliness benchmarks, and outlines heat-treatment and extended-feeding strategies that boost lifetime performance. Listen now on every major podcast platform!"If we don’t get the colostrum program right, it’s hard to recover that later

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Dr. Gerard Cramer: Lameness Prevention Strategies |...

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2025/09/03

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gerard Cramer, Professor at the University of Minnesota, discusses dairy cattle lameness and hoof health. He explores the impact of chronic cases, the importance of strategic trimming, and how veterinary professionals can manage lameness more effectively. Listen now on all major platforms!"The chronic cases, especially ones that have had hoof lesions like sore ulcers and white lines, need to be trimmed more regularly, about every 3 to 6

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Dr. Benjamin Enger: Mastitis and Mammary Physiology |...

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2025/08/27

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Benjamin Enger from Ohio State University explains how understanding the cow's innate immune response is key to managing mastitis more effectively. He discusses when intervention may do more harm than good and the impact of early anti-inflammatory use. Get practical insights on host-pathogen interactions and evidence-based treatment timing. Listen now on all major platforms!"If you intervene and it blights the cows' effectiveness

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Dr. Stephen LeBlanc: Metritis in Dairy Cattle | Ep. 10

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2025/08/20

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stephen LeBlanc from the University of Guelph explores the latest on metritis, discussing advancements in diagnosing and treating uterine infections. Dr. LeBlanc also explores the role of timed AI programs and multiple prostaglandin treatments in managing uterine health and their impact on the reproductive tract. Listen now on all major platforms!"Any cow that goes through metritis or other fresh cow health problems is paying a price,

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Dr. Kirby Krogstad: Bunk Management Essentials | Ep. 09

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2025/08/13

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Kirby Krogstad from The Ohio State University shares strategies to improve bunk management in dairy operations. He explains how feed timing, push-up frequency, and written protocols directly impact rumen health and herd productivity. Learn practical tools like feed audits and camera monitoring to evaluate consistency. Listen now on all major platforms!"Every dairy should implement basic bunk audits using cameras and particle separators

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11:42

Dr. Geoff Dahl: Heat Stress Effects on Calf...

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2025/08/06

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Geoff Dahl from the University of Florida shares the long-term impact of late gestation heat stress in utero on dairy calves and dry cow productivity. He discusses management strategies to reduce stress effects and improve herd longevity. Learn how nutritional approaches like choline supplementation may influence immune and reproductive organ development. Listen now on all major platforms!"There are some significant negative effects on

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