In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Natalie Morgan from Curtin University explains why fiber is often the overlooked component in poultry diets and why it deserves more attention. She explains how soluble and insoluble fibers impact gut health, nutrient absorption, and enzyme efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Soluble fiber ferments and fuels beneficial bacteria, producing short-chain fatty acids that support gut health and reduce pathogen colonization."

What will you learn: 

• (00:00) Introduction
• (00:54) Guest background
• (02:25) Fiber in poultry nutrition
• (03:28) Soluble vs. insoluble fiber
• (04:07) Fiber's impact on enzymes
• (09:25) Fiber research
• (10:56) Closing thoughts

Meet the guest:

Dr. Natalie Morgan received her B.Sc. in Animal Biology and Ph.D. in Poultry Nutrition from Nottingham Trent University. Now an Associate Professor at Curtin University in Australia, she specializes in dietary fiber and prebiotics in poultry diets, with extensive experience in enzyme application and microbiota studies. Her research aims to optimize nutrient absorption and gut health in poultry.

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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