The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this special Market Trends episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Cesar Menendez—Director of Feed Manufacturing & Bakery Operations at Smithfield Hog Production—joins us to talk about how feed mills can stay ahead of rising costs, from ingredients to parts and utilities. He shares real-world strategies for smarter procurement, tighter inventory management, and staying ready for whatever the market throws your way. You’ll hear how cross-team planning and solid systems can keep things moving, even under pressure. Listen now on all major platforms!"Identifying alternative ingredients available in nearby facilities can significantly reduce feed costs and improve mill efficiency without sacrificing nutritional value."Meet the guest: Cesar Menendez brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience in feed and bakery operations. He’s currently the Director of Feed Manufacturing & Bakery Operations at Smithfield Hog Production. His focus is on operations strategy, procurement, and risk management.Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love!What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:55) Introduction(02:15) Ingredient cost management(07:06) Supplier communication strategy(10:28) Parts inventory essentials(13:02) Sourcing equipment alternatives(21:20) Utility cost control(26:58) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- Evonik- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Dennis Buckmaster and Dr. Jacquelyn Boerman from Purdue University discuss the challenges and innovations in mixing Total Mixed Ration (TMR) for dairy cows. They highlight the importance of feed consistency and its effects on cow performance, including milk production. The experts also share how digital agriculture and video analytics could transform TMR evaluations and enhance dairy farm management. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Evaluating feed uniformity through particle size distribution and chemical balance ensures cows are receiving consistent and optimal nutrition every day." – Dr. Dennis BuckmasterMeet the guests: Dr. Dennis Buckmaster is a Professor of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Purdue University, focusing on digital agriculture and farm automation. His research in farm information systems includes projects on feed systems and digital tools for enhancing farm productivity. Dr. Jacquelyn Boerman is an Associate Professor at Purdue University specializing in dairy nutrition and management. With expertise in lipid metabolism and dairy cow feeding strategies, she is advancing the use of technology in dairy production.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:53) Introduction(05:23) Understanding TMR(09:08) Importance of uniformity(15:16) Digital agriculture in TMR(18:28) Data integration in farms(21:03) Using video analytics(27:15) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- VAL-CO- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- Evonik𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Diwakar Vyas from the University of Florida breaks down strategies to improve fiber digestibility in ruminant diets. He talks about how forage quality, silage preservation techniques, and thorough feed analysis can help optimize livestock nutrition. Dr. Vyas also shares practical insights on sustainability and cost-effective feeding solutions for producers. Listen now on all major platforms!"Analyzing silage quality ensures producers are feeding their livestock the nutrients they actually need, not just relying on assumptions."Meet the guest: Dr. Diwakar Vyas is an Associate Professor of Ruminant Nutrition at the University of Florida. With a Ph.D. in Nutrigenomics from the University of Maryland and an M.V.Sc in Animal Nutrition from the National Dairy Research Institute, Dr. Vyas specializes in developing nutritional strategies to enhance fiber digestibility, mitigate methane emissions, and improve rumen health. His research spans dairy and beef cattle, as well as small ruminants.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:52) Introduction(05:34) Forage quality challenges(07:49) Importance of feed analysis(09:34) Silage preservation strategies(11:43) Cost-effective feeding solutions(15:52) Sustainability & ruminant nutrition(24:38) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Evonik- VAL-CO- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Roger Cochrane, Director of Technical Services at SAM Nutrition, talks about the importance of feed biosecurity and the creation of responsible import guidelines (RIG). He shares how the feed industry handles risks tied to imported feed ingredients, his experience working with feed mills, and the launch of Nexus, SAM Nutrition’s feed additive division. Tune in now on all major platforms to get a deeper understanding of these essential processes in the animal feed industry!"The ultimate goal of implementing responsible import guidelines is to protect both the business and the end user, ensuring that the animals receive safe and effective feed ingredients."Meet the guest: Dr. Roger Cochrane holds a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences and Industry from Kansas State University and a Master's in Grain Science & Industry. As the Director of Technical Services at SAM Nutrition, he focuses on feed biosecurity, responsible ingredient imports, and technical support for feed mills. He has extensive experience in biosecurity audits and feed ingredient mitigation, providing valuable insights into ensuring safe and efficient feed practices.Click here to read the full research articles:Use of a demonstration project to evaluate viral survival in feed: Proof of conceptThe effect of extended storage on virus survival in feedEvidence of viral survival in representative volumes of feed and feed ingredients during long- distance commercial transport across the continental United StatesEvaluating the effect of temperature on viral survival in plant-based feed during storageWhat will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:41) Introduction(05:42) Responsible import guidelines(08:45) Quarantine processes explained(11:08) Biosecurity in feed manufacturing(13:54) Feed additives selection(21:34) Feed additives research(26:08) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- Evonik- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

To celebrate World Health Day this month, we're bringing back a special episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show with Dr. Valentina Trinetta from Kansas State University. She shares valuable insights on food safety and microbiology in the feed industry, covering topics like pathogen risks in feed mills, seasonal outbreak patterns, and the best cleaning strategies. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Genomic analyses showed that some serotypes isolated from feed mills were genetically related to human pathogens, indicating a potential health risk."Meet the guest: Dr. Valentina Trinetta is an Associate Professor in Food Safety, Microbiology, and Public Health at Kansas State University. With a Ph.D. in Food Science and Technology from Università degli Studi di Milano, her research focuses on pathogen control in the food supply chain. Dr. Trinetta has extensive industry and academic experience, including work at Ecolab and Purdue University.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:52) Introduction (03:59) Pathogen presence in mills (05:54) Seasonality of outbreaks (11:17) Feed vs. food safety (16:12) Effective cleaning methods (20:60) Biofilm research (25:49) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- Evonik- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Cangliang Shen from West Virginia University breaks down microbial safety in animal feed. He talks about the risks of pathogens like Salmonella and E. coli, the challenges of thermal processing, and strategies to keep feed safe. You'll also hear how factors like moisture, lipid content, and processing methods influence contamination risks. Plus, get a glimpse into the latest research and industry best practices. Tune in now on all major platforms!“Microbial risks in animal feed are under-researched, making it difficult to establish clear safety guidelines for the industry.”Meet the guest: Dr. Cangliang Shen is a Professor and Extension Specialist at West Virginia University, specializing in food microbiology and safety. He holds a Ph.D. in Meat Science and Food Safety from Colorado State University and has spent nearly two decades researching microbial contamination in food and feed systems. His work focuses on developing post-harvest sanitization strategies to control pathogens in animal feed.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:57) Introduction (05:25) Microbial risks in feed (07:09) Thermal processing challenges (10:42) Pathogen survival factors (15:18) Alternative safety methods (18:33) Industry research gaps (26:12) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- VAL-CO- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- Evonik𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Lautaro Cangiano from the University of Wisconsin-Madison takes a closer look at how nutrition, immune function, and metabolism interact in dairy cows during the transition period. He breaks down the impact of metabolic stress, how the immune system responds, and the role of nutrition in keeping cows healthy. Tune in to hear how the latest research is shaping better management strategies for dairy cattle. Listen now on all major platforms!"Feed formulation during the transition period directly affects cow immunity, milk production, and overall herd profitability."Meet the guest: Dr. Lautaro Cangiano holds a Ph.D. in Animal Sciences from the University of Guelph and an M.S. in Animal Sciences from the University of Florida. Now an Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, his research focuses on the immune and metabolic responses of dairy cattle during the transition period. Through his work, he aims to develop strategies that improve long-term health outcomes in dairy cows.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:44) Introduction(04:26) Immune function in transition cows(06:36) Metabolic stress and adaptation(09:08) Role of T helper cells(16:02) Nutritional interventions for immunity(20:13) Impact of cow hierarchy on health(27:10) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Evonik- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- VAL-CO𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this special National Ag Day episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Andrew Muhammad, an agricultural trade economist, breaks down the complexities of global trade policies and what they mean for U.S. agriculture. He talks about trade deficits, retaliatory tariffs, and the ripple effects of international market shifts on American farmers and feed producers. Find out how trade wars create unexpected challenges and what the future holds for U.S. agricultural exports. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Every country can't be a net exporter—it’s mathematically impossible, yet trade policies often ignore this reality."Meet the guest: Dr. Andrew Muhammad is a Professor and Blasingame Chair of Excellence in Agricultural Policy at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture. With a Ph.D. in Food and Resource Economics from the University of Florida, his expertise lies in international trade, trade policy, and global food demand. Previously, he served at the USDA’s Economic Research Service, advising policymakers on trade issues.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(00:48) Introduction(06:25) Trade policies impact(11:34) U.S. export challenges(15:39) Tariffs and retaliation(20:14) Global market competition(25:54) Future of ag trade(35:61) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Bestmix- Evonik- NEXUS powered by SAM𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Richard Brock, President of Brock Associates, breaks down the latest in grain markets, price swings, and risk management strategies shaping the animal feed industry. He covers key commodity trends, how global trade affects ingredient costs and practical tips for feed buyers looking to manage market volatility. Learn how to secure feed ingredients at the right time. Tune in now on all major platforms!"Market volatility isn’t new. If you wait until you need feed to buy it, you’re at the market’s mercy. Planning is everything."Meet the guest: Richard Brock, President of Brock Associates, is a leading expert in agricultural commodity markets, risk management, and grain price forecasting. With a B.S. in Agricultural Economics from Purdue University and an M.S. in Agriculture and Business from Cornell University, he has advised agribusiness firms and feed companies for over 40 years. His firm manages grain sales across 700,000+ acres and publishes The Brock Report.What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:16) Introduction(04:43) Market trends in feed(06:37) Grain price fluctuations(08:40) Risk management strategies(13:48) Impact of global trade(20:47) Future of commodity markets(26:05) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- NEXUS powered by SAM- Bestmix- Evonik𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Birger Svihus from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences takes a close look at how feed particle size and structure affect poultry nutrition. He explains how both micro- and macrostructure play a role in feed intake, digestion, and overall bird health. Discover how smarter feed processing can boost efficiency, cut costs, and improve performance. Don't miss out—listen now on all major platforms!"Microstructure affects feed intake, while macrostructure plays a crucial role in stimulating digestive function and optimizing gizzard activity."Meet the guest: Dr. Birger Svihus is a Professor of Nutrition at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences, specializing in poultry nutrition. His research focuses on feed particle size, structure, and their effects on digestion and performance. With expertise in feed technology, fiber, and starch digestion, Dr. Svihus challenges conventional feed processing methods to enhance poultry efficiency. What will you learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:13) Introduction(03:47) Importance of feed structure(10:55) Pellet size optimization(16:34) Digestive health in broilers(23:30) Feed processing efficiency(32:08) Global differences(39:15) Final QuestionsThe Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Bestmix- Evonik- NEXUS powered by SAM𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Website: The Feed Science Podcast ShowInstagram: The Feed Science Podcast ShowLinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show