In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Corwin Nelson from the University of Florida takes a closer look at hypocalcemia and how our understanding of it has changed. He explains what’s really driving calcium imbalances, how inflammation plays a role, and what producers can do with current feeding and management tools. Hear practical strategies to keep cows healthier after calving. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Zeolite binders have been very effective at preventing hypocalcemia on farms, and the nutritionists using them seem genuinely satisfied with the results."

Meet the guest: Dr. Corwin Nelson is an Associate Professor of Physiology at the University of Florida. He holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Immunobiology from Iowa State University and a B.S. in Biochemistry from the University of Minnesota-Duluth. His research focuses on improving cattle health and productivity through better nutritional and immune system strategies.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:37) Introduction
• (04:50) Hypocalcemia insights
• (07:48) Effects on cow health
• (15:05) Calcium monitoring strategies
• (20:02) Prepartum feeding tools
• (23:10) Transition cow health tools
• (27:37) Final three questions

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