The Feed Science Podcast Show

A day in the life of a feed consultant is dynamic and fulfilling, filled with diverse responsibilities and challenges. The primary goal of these professionals is to optimize animal nutrition and maximize farm productivity, thus blending scientific expertise, practical application, and passion for supporting farmers in achieving their goals. So in this episode, I talk with Jared Froetschner, M.Sc., who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience on hands-on manufacturing, quality control, regulatory matters, and consulting.“That is probably one of the biggest problems I see all the time: this complete, fundamental lack of real care about what it is that we're manufacturing." - Jared FroetschnerWhat you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:12) Introduction (06:23) Being an independent consultant and owning a manufacturing business(09:08) Changes in governmental policy and how they impact businesses(13:11) The art and the science to feed manufacturing(24:17) Analysis of pellet mill operation strategies(29:51) Consulting for US and international animal feed productions(35:15) Regulation and uniformity in feed production(39:30) Final questionsMeet the guest: Jared Froetschner, M.Sc.Experience:Current: Managing Partner at White River Ag ConsultingPast: Principal Consultant at NutriQuest; Advisor at Elanco; Senior Plant Manager at DSMBackground:M.Sc., Grain Science and Industry (Kansas State University)B.Sc., Feed Science and Management (Kansas State University)Connect with the guest!The Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Evonik- Eastman𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.Instagram: The Feed Science Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Feed Science Podcast Show

The challenges that feed mill nutritionists face go beyond just formulating diets: their role requires a wide range of skills and a deep understanding of all operations of feed mills. Dr. Tokach's experience with such matters, for example, has greatly contributed to his professional development. With that in mind, he shares in this episode five essential lessons for feed mill nutritionists to take a holistic perspective on the multifaceted nature of their work. By implementing those approaches, feed mill nutritionists can enhance their effectiveness, improve mill efficiency, and ultimately contribute to the success of the entire industry.“Probably, the biggest lesson I've learned is about the importance of communication between the people at the mill and the nutritionist." - Dr. Mike TokachWhat you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:56) Introduction(04:58) Effective communication: a pillar for mill operations(08:32) Build trust, but verify(14:41) Understanding incentives in feed mill operations(27:22) Understanding scales and batches at the mill(32:55) Understanding ingredient procurement and sample collection(40:06) The final questionsMeet the guest: Dr. Mike TokachExperience:Current: Professor at Kansas State UniversityBackground:Ph.D., Epidemiology (the University of Minnesota)M.Sc. (Kansas State University)B.Sc. (North Dakota State University)𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.The Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Evonik- Eastman

Global agricultural industries heavily rely on feed mills to manufacture and provide them with balanced and nutritious animal feed. Nevertheless, despite sharing similar goals when it comes to the production of quality animal feed, the US and Europe have very different approaches, processes, and practices. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Birger Svihus about the critical specificities of feed mill operations. He also brings his unique perspective on feed manufacturing in Europe to the conversation.“Nowadays, there has been a lot of research on feed technology and it's getting better and better." - Dr. Birger SvihusWhat you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:32) Introduction(04:14) The importance and evolution of research on feed technology (08:34) Differences in feed structure(14:02) Introducing new quality assurance measures in the industry(20:13) Particle size distribution(26:02) Particle size effects on pellet quality (31:15) Challenges, optimization and differences of feed manufacturing in the U.S and Europe(01:00:49) Three final questionsMeet the guest: Dr. Birger SvihusExperience:Current: Norwegian University of Life SciencesBackground:Ph.D., Poultry Nutrition (Agricultural University of Norway)B.Sc., Animal Science (Agricultural University of Norway)𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.The Feed Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Evonik- Eastman

It is with great pride and joy that we bring to you our brand new podcast, the Feed Science Podcast Show! This is where we delve deep into the world of feed science alongside the brightest minds of the global feed industry – all of it available right in your pocket! In our first episode, I talk with my fellow host Dr. Wilmer Pacheco. We have an inspiring conversation where, besides introducing ourselves, we discuss our journeys to where we are now, the people and situations that inspired us throughout our careers, the evolving importance of feed in academia and industry, and what to expect from this podcast. “As more people become more familiar with the feed industry, either through online classes or through things like this podcast, hopefully we are going to have more professionals in the feed industry in the years to come." - Dr. Wilmer PachecoWhat you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:14) Introduction(04:03) Enter the feed industry(20:45) The art of teaching and learning feed science(29:46) The importance of feed science: university programs, the industry and investments(41:43) Final thoughtsMeet the guest: Dr. Adam FahrenholzExperience:Current: Assistant Professor at North Carolina State UniversityBackground:Ph.D., Grain Science (Kansas State University)M.Sc., Grain Science (Kansas State University)B.Sc., Feed Science and Management (Kansas State University)Connect with the guest!Meet the guest: Dr. Wilmer PachecoExperience:Current: Associate Professor at Auburn UniversityBackground:Ph.D., Physiology and Nutrition (North Carolina State University)M.Sc., Poultry Science (North Carolina State University)B.Sc., Food Science and Agroindustry (Pan-American Agricultural School)Connect with the guest!𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

A whole new era of communication in the feed mill industry is coming…Now, you have the brightest minds in the global feed mill industry -- right in your pocket!And what’s best, you can listen to all of them while driving to a feed mill, to a farm, traveling, or running errands.It’s never been this good, and it’s never been this simple.Welcome to The Feed Science Podcast Show -- a weekly podcast where you’ll find cutting-edge insights and all that’s working in the global feed mill industry.Our aspiration: to always be the first place where you’ll find cutting-edge insights and everything that’s working.𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.