Dr. Vern Osborne: Water & Dairy Nutrition | Ep. 154

Jul 29, 2025

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In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Vern Osborne from the University of Guelph explores the critical yet often overlooked role of water in dairy herd health and performance. From nutrient supplementation through water to improving water quality and facility design, Dr. Osborne offers practical advice for optimizing dairy operations. Tune in now on all major platforms!

"Cows are incredibly sensitive to water quality, detecting elements at parts-per-million levels."

Meet the guest: Dr. Vern Osborne is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Animal Biosciences at the University of Guelph. He holds both an MSc and PhD from the University of Guelph and is internationally recognized for his expertise in dairy nutrition and facility design. With a career spanning over 36 years, Dr. Osborne’s research focuses on optimizing water nutrition and developing innovative feeding strategies to enhance dairy cow productivity. He also serves as the Science and Design Lead for the Mission 2050 project, which reimagines modern livestock research facilities.

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