Subclinical necrotic enteritis, caused by the bacterium named Clostridium perfringens, can lead to performance losses due to compromised nutrient absorption arising from localized lesions in the intestinal tissue. With an innovative model based on the natural uptake of C. perfringens from the barn environment in order to induce a subclinical infection, Goés and her research team evaluated three products, each one of them featuring a different mechanism of action. The aim was to assess their potential in the prevention or mitigation of subclinical necrotic enteritis in broilers.

Meet the guest: Emanuele Goes, M.Sc.

Experience

• Ph.D. Candidate at University of Alberta, Canada.

Background

• B.Sc in Animal Science (Federal University of Paraná)
• M.Sc in Animal Science (Federal University of Paraná)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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Over the years, US poultry farming has evolved into a leading global food-producing industry. However, it faces various challenges, including the wooden breast condition in broilers. In this episode, Dr. Majid Shakeri from the USDA shares his research on this critical issue. The woody breast condition primarily affects meat quality due to an abnormality in the birds' meat fibers, causing significant financial losses for farmers. Dr. Shareki's team explores an innovative approach, focusing on the enzyme Ribonucleotide Reductase (RnR), responsible for controlling mitochondria. By understanding RnR's potential role in DNA synthesis and its impact on mitochondria, they aim to find a solution to this age-old problem.

Meet the guest: Dr. Majid Shakeri

Experience

• Postdoctoral fellowship Researcher at USDA-ARS

Background

• M.Sc in Animal Science (Universiti Putra Malaysia) 
• PhD in Animal Production (University of Melbourne)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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Reducing the particle size of feed ingredients requires significant energy expenditure. When it comes to research on the subject, corn and wheat have been considered in most studies, but there is limited investigation on soybean meal. With that in mind, in this episode, Dr. John Boney discusses two studies he worked on about hammermill screen selection for soybean processing and its effects on soybean meal particle size, feed milling efficiency, and pullet and broiler performance.

Meet the guest: Dr. John Boney

Experience

• Current: Assistant Professor at Pennsylvania State University; Ph.D. Student and Research Assistant at West Virginia University

Background

• Ph.D., Animal Nutrition (West Virginia University)
• M.Sc., Applied Poultry Nutrition and Feed Manufacturing (West Virginia University)
• B.Sc., Animal Sciences (West Virginia University)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Website: poultrypodcastshow.com/nutritionblackbelt

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To reduce the presence of pathogenic bacteria, poultry feed can be pelleted at high temperatures and extended times. However, as conditioning temperature and time increase, amino acid conformation may change, thus reducing its digestibility and consequently affecting bird performance. In this episode, Dr. Joe Moritz discusses a study he worked on to evaluate increased conditioning temperatures and exposure time during the pelleting process by using a hygienizer (hygienic pelleting). The study considered diets that varied in digestible lysine and corresponding amino acid ratios on starter broiler performance, as well as apparent ileal amino acid digestibility and requirement.

Meet the guest: Dr. Joe Moritz

Experience

• Current: Professor of Poultry Science and State Extension Specialist at West Virginia University

Background

• Ph.D., Feed Manufacture and Animal Nutrition (Kansas State University)
• M.Sc., Animal Nutrition (Ohio State University)
• B.A., Biology (Washington & Jefferson College)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Website: poultrypodcastshow.com/nutritionblackbelt

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Welcome to the Poultry Nutrition Black Belt Podcast. Today, we are introduced to a new host who will be accompanying us along our ongoing series, Dr. Pratima Adhikari. In this episode, we engage in a fun and insightful conversation, discussing various aspects of Dr. Adhikari's expertise and research, such as her experience in layer nutrition and her groundbreaking projects in the field.

Meet the guest: Dr. Pratima Adhikari

Experience

• Current: Associate Professor at Mississippi State University
• Past: Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Georgia

Background

• Ph.D., Poultry Science (the University of Georgia)
• M.Sc., Animal Nutrition (the University of Manitoba)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

Website: poultrypodcastshow.com/nutritionblackbelt

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Animals strongly rely on their microbiome, which mainly consists of bacteria, for digestion. Therefore, it plays a significant role in the regulation of their physiology and in the behavior of their gastrointestinal tract – in other words, in their overall health. That makes it essential for us to take good care of gut microbiota if we are to maintain the well-being of our animals. In this episode, Dr. Tellez-Isaias discusses the importance of the gastrointestinal tract, going into the symbiotic relationship between animals and the bacteria that reside within them.

Meet the guest: Dr. Guillermo Tellez-Isaias

Experience

• Current: Research Professor at the University of Arkansas
• Past: Full Professor at the National Autonomous University of Mexico; Head of the Avian Medicine Department of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Background

• Ph.D. (Texas A&M University)
• M.Sc., Veterinary Sciences (the National Autonomous University of Mexico)
• D.V.M. (the National Autonomous University of Mexico)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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Lipids play an essential role in organ development and perinatal growth. Functional omega-3 fatty acids, such as α-linoleic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, may improve chick quality and growth performance. In this episode, Dr. Aizwarya (Ash) Thanabalan explains her research, which involved feeding broiler breeders different forms of omega-3 fatty acids and observing the effects on their performance. She also talks about how the study evaluated the way broiler response to the Coccidiosis challenge could be increased and the way the offspring is affected.

Meet the guest: Dr. Aizwarya (Ash) Thanabalan

Experience

• Current: Poultry Technical Services Specialist at Jones Feed Mills Ltd.
• Past: Scientific and Business Affairs Coordinator at Paul Dick & Associates Ltd.; Teaching Assistant at the University of Guelph

Background

• Ph.D., Poultry Nutrition (the University of Guelph)
• M.Sc., Animal Nutrition (the University of Guelph)
• B.Sc., Animal Biology (the University of Guelph)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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When it comes to fibrous diets, exogenous enzymes (like xylanase) are crucial for improving nutrient utilization and enhancing broiler growth performance. Additionally, xylooligosaccharides are currently being studied as potential prebiotics that provide several beneficial effects, such as stimulating the immune system and promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria in chickens. In today's episode, I talk to Dr. Amit Singh about his work providing broilers with different levels of this enzyme and prebiotic, its potential interaction, and the effects on the performance and microbiome diversity of broilers.

Meet the guest: Dr. Amit Kumar Singh

Experience

• Current: Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Poultry Science at the University of Georgia 
• Past: roles in poultry feed industries in Nepal; roles in quality and production control in a feed mill; independent veterinarian for the contact farmers of feed companies

Background

• Ph.D., Nutrition (the University of Hawaii)
• M.Sc., Animal Science (the University of Hawaii)
• Bachelor's degree of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (Tribhuvan University)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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We are proud to bring to you our brand new podcast, the Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast! This is where we delve deep into the world of poultry nutrition alongside the brightest minds of the global poultry nutrition industry – all of it available right in your pocket! 

In our very first episode, I talk with Dr. Kelley Wamsley, who is going to host the podcast alongside me. We have an inspiring conversation where, besides introducing ourselves, we also discuss the poultry industry as a whole as well as some influential papers, research areas, and the evolving nature of poultry nutrition. We also highlight the interdisciplinary nature of nutrition and the excitement of working in various settings, including the classroom, lab, and farm.

Meet the guest: Dr. Samuel Rochell

Experience

• Current: Associate Professor of Poultry Nutrition at Auburn University
• Past: Associate Professor of Poultry Nutrition at the University of Arkansas

Background

• Ph.D., Animal Sciences (the University of Illinois)
• M.Sc., Poultry Science (Auburn University)
• B.Sc., Poultry Science (Auburn University)

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Meet the guest: Dr. Kelley Wamsley

Experience

• Current: Associate Professor of Poultry Nutrition at Mississippi State University
• Past: Graduate Research Assistant at West Virginia University

Background

• Ph.D. (West Virginia University)
• M.Sc. (West Virginia University)
• B.Sc. (West Virginia University)

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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The latest poultry nutrition research digested into 9 minutes – every week. Have you ever wanted to stay current with the latest research in poultry nutrition without spending hours online? The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is a 9-minute podcast by Wisenetix, where you’ll get cutting-edge poultry nutrition insights from the brightest minds of the global poultry industry.

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.