The Pet Food Science Podcast Show Dr. Ching-Yen Lin: Potato in Pet Food | Ep. 102
May 22, 2025
Dr. Ching-Yen Lin, a Ph.D. holder in Nutrition Sciences and Technical Services Manager at Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, reveals the surprising benefits of potatoes in pet food. She busts myths around potatoes, emphasizing their nutritional value beyond just being fillers. The conversation covers how potatoes compare to sweet potatoes, their processing advantages, and how they can enhance diet formulation for pets with grain sensitivities. Dr. Lin highlights the need for collaboration in the industry and shares insights for aspiring pet food professionals.
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Potatoes' Nutritional Value
- Potatoes in pet food offer highly digestible carbohydrates and valuable micronutrients like potassium and vitamin C.
- They are naturally grain-free, making them suitable for pets with grain sensitivities.
Ching-Yen Lin's Unique Path
- Ching-Yen Lin grew up around animals on a poultry farm and researched giant pandas' digestion.
- She pursued advanced degrees in animal science and companion animal nutrition before joining Wilbur-Ellis.
Types of Potato Ingredients
- Potato ingredients in pet food include whole ground potatoes, potato starch, and potato protein.
- These variants offer different functional components for formulation in pet diets.