Dr. Sarah Morrison: Positive Biofilms in Calf Health | Ep. 118

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In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Sarah Morrison, a research scientist from the Miner Institute, discusses the use of biofilms and probiotics in calf health and nutrition. With a practical approach rooted in research, Dr. Morrison shares strategies that producers can implement to improve calf growth and gastrointestinal health. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Positive biofilms or bacteria help maintain intestinal integrity and keep harmful pathogens at bay."

Meet the guest: Dr. Sarah Morrison earned her Ph.D. and M.S. in Dairy Nutrition from the University of Illinois, focusing on calf and heifer nutrition. Currently a research scientist at the Miner Institute, she works on applied dairy research, aiming to improve calf health and farm productivity.

What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:48) Introduction
• (03:58) Practical dairy research
• (06:10) Biofilms in calf health
• (08:44) Kefir for calf systems
• (19:18) Starter intake impact
• (23:18) Managing kefir on farms
• (29:02) Final three questions

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