In the third edition of Novonesis’ Feed Smarter Academy Ruminations, we take a holistic view of heat stress management, connecting cow biology and physiology, rumen health, nutrition, and on-farm practices into one integrated framework.

Watch the full webinar recording and enjoy a science-driven discussion designed to help you think beyond single interventions and start managing heat stress as the complex biological challenge it truly is.

Link to watch full webinar: https://phb.explore.novonesis.com/feed-smarter-academy-ruminations3-heatstress-11May2026

In this third edition of Ruminations, we take a holistic view of heat stress management, connecting cow biology and physiology, rumen health, nutrition, and on-farm practices into one integrated framework.

Watch the full webinar recording for a science-driven discussion designed to help you think beyond single interventions and start managing heat stress as the complex biological challenge it truly is.

In this third edition of Ruminations, we take a holistic view of heat stress management, connecting cow biology and physiology, rumen health, nutrition, and on-farm practices into one integrated framework.

Join Prof. Cassandra Tucker PhD, one of the world’s leading experts in cattle welfare, for an insightful session on managing heat stress in beef and dairy systems. This webinar will explore how heat stress impacts animal health, behavior, and productivity—and how a holistic, science-based approach combining welfare, nutrition, and management can help producers feed smarter and protect performance under pressure.

Key learning objectives

• Understand how heat stress affects cattle physiology, behavior, and productivity

• Apply practical feeding strategies to support intake, rumen function, and resilience

• Integrate welfare, nutrition, and management practices to mitigate heat stress effectively

Novonesis will donate USD 5 for each live webinar participant, up to a maximum total contribution of USD 3,000, to support the work of Kinder Ground. This donation is made by Novonesis and is not contingent on any purchase or business relationship.

Who should attend

• Dairy nutritionists and consultants

• Veterinarians

• Dairy producers and herd managers

• Anyone involved in decision-making around cow health, nutrition, and performance

Join us for a science-driven discussion designed to help you think beyond single interventions and start managing heat stress as the complex biological challenge it truly is.

Hidden silage losses — from top layer spoilage to mycotoxin contamination — silently reduce the value of your feed and the performance of your herd.

What you don’t see in the bunker (unless you pay close attention) often shows up later: in lower intake, reduced milk yield, health challenges, and even losses in milk processing and cheese yield.

In this video, we bring these invisible losses to light and connect the dots between forage hygiene, animal performance, and overall farm profitability.

Hidden silage losses — from top layer spoilage to mycotoxin contamination — silently reduce the value of your feed and the performance of your herd.

What you don’t see in the bunker (unless you pay close attention) often shows up later: in lower intake, reduced milk yield, health challenges, and even losses in milk processing and cheese yield.

In this webinar, we bring these invisible losses to light and connect the dots between forage hygiene, animal performance, and overall farm profitability.

You will learn how to:

• Identify where hidden losses occur across the silage chain

Because better silage isn’t just about preservation, it’s about unlocking the full value of what you grow, store, and feed.

All live participants will have a chance to win an exclusive giveaway: one year of free access to the Dairy Nutrition and Management course by Mike Hutjens (valued at €300, available in English, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese). Terms and conditions apply.

Let's give your silage the maximum care it deserves. Please share this opportunity with other farmers, nutritionists and veterinarians.

The pet food industry of today is characterized by a rich diversity of ingredients sourced from both animal and non-animal origins, which are utilized to create palatants. These are components including animal or plant proteins, yeast extracts, and fats, which generate the flavors pets prefer. Enzymes play a crucial role as processing aids, facilitating the hydrolysis of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. This enzymatic action imparts a wide range of functional, nutritional, and sensory characteristics that significantly enhance the overall quality of pet food.

This presentation introduces the audience into the various types of enzymes and their specific applications within pet food formulations. To demonstrate the power of enzymes we will illustrate how an optimal combination of proteases can amplify flavor profiles by generating free amino acids, resulting in palatants that are highly appealing to pets.   We will discuss the process details for running the hydrolysis reactions for palatant generation.

Ensure your detergent formulations stay resilient, even when raw material prices fluctuate. Join us as we explore technical levers that can help you maintain cost control without compromising performance.

Hear directly from industry experts who bring deep technical expertise and real-world perspectives.