

Dr. Merritt Drewery: Insects & Hemp in Livestock Diets | Ep. 78
In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Merritt Drewery from Texas State University discusses groundbreaking feed options for more sustainable livestock production. She covers everything from the promise of black soldier fly larvae to the latest research on using hemp as cattle feed. Dr. Drewery shares valuable insights on how to optimize co-products and address the challenges facing the feed industry. Tune in to learn about the innovative approaches that are transforming animal nutrition and boosting sustainability. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
"Hempโs resilience and sustainability make it an invaluable resource for future cattle feed options."
Meet the guest: Dr. Merritt Drewery, Assistant Professor in Animal Science at Texas State University, brings a wealth of expertise in sustainable beef cattle production and educational interventions for student success. With a Ph.D. in Human Nutrition from Louisiana State University and a focus on innovative feed options, her research highlights critical insights into feed industry challenges.
What will you learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:01) Introduction
- (02:53) Novel feed options
- (03:35) Black soldier fly larvae
- (08:01) Insect-based feed
- (15:01) Hemp as feed
- (21:27) Public health
- (24:20) Final Questions
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