The Dairy Podcast Show Dr. Geoff Ackaert: Quorum Sensing & Dairy Health | Ep. 162
In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Geoff Ackaert, Technical Director at AHV International, shares how quorum sensing inhibition is reshaping dairy cattle health management. By targeting microbial communication, this approach offers proactive strategies to improve animal health. He explains its impact on udder health, mastitis prevention, and lifetime milk production, as well as how it supports sustainable farming practices. Listen now on all major platforms!
"Quorum sensing is simply communication between bacteria, enabling them to coordinate infection and biofilm formation."
Meet the guest: Dr. Geoff Ackaert holds a DVM from Ghent University and an MBA from Vlerick Business School. His work bridges veterinary science, research, and market strategies to support animal health and sustainable dairy production. He currently serves as Technical Director at AHV International, and his expertise includes quorum sensing inhibition, immune modulation, and sustainable health practices.
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What you'll learn:
- (00:00) Highlight
- (01:10) Introduction
- (04:29) Concept explained
- (06:30) Quorum sensing inhibition
- (08:20) Science and marketing
- (14:00) Sustainable farming tools
- (20:18) Lifetime milk gains
- (23:39) Final three questions
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