The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia: Microbiology Nutrition & Dairy Performance | Ep. 113
In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia from Priority IAC explains how microbial-driven nutrition can stabilize rumen function and support healthier, more efficient dairy cows. He covers targeted strains, rumen fermentation challenges, and practical feeding principles producers can apply on-farm. Learn how microbiology connects with nutrition to strengthen performance. Listen now on all major platforms.
"Smartbacteria is a concept that includes strains with specific functions for digestion, disease prevention, and cow health."
Meet the guest: Dr. Javier Alba Mayagoitia is a veterinary microbiology nutritionist and Director of Priority IAC México. With 32 years in dairy and beef cattle practice across mastitis, herd management, and nutrition, he now focuses on microbiology-based feeding strategies.
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What will you learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:21) Introduction
- (05:01) Smartbacteria explained
- (06:21) Preventing acidosis
- (08:09) Nutrition principles
- (10:07) Feed management tips
- (11:26) Protein efficiency
- (14:15) Closing thoughts
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