In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Katherine Swanson, from Cal Poly, shares her insights into using byproducts in dairy cattle nutrition. Dr. Swanson discusses her research on how various agricultural byproducts, like almond hulls and rice bran, are used in California's livestock industry, focusing on their availability, variability, and economic impact. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/dppukzAQ Supported by: Adisseo | Volac International Ltd | Virtus Nutrition, LLC | Evonik | Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health | North America
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Dr. Katherine Swanson, lecturer at California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, specializes in dairy science. She holds a Ph.D. from Oregon State University and an M.S. from UC Davis. With over five years of postdoctoral research at UC Davis and industry experience, Dr. Swanson excels in dairy cattle nutrition. Catch the insightful discussion with Dr. Katie Swanson on The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.
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Nutrition plays a pivotal role in enhancing milk components and yield. Dairy cattle can achieve superior production levels by optimizing the intake of key nutrients, such as amino acids. Methionine, a critical amino acid, significantly boosts milk protein and fat content when enhanced in the diet. Industry innovations have led to the development of rumen-protected methionine products like Smartamine® M and MetaSmart®. These supplements have been shown to enhance overall milk production efficiency without compromising the health of dairy cows. With increasing challenges such as heat stress and the need for sustainable farming practices, such nutritional advancements are crucial. Dairy farms can improve milk yield and components by optimizing nutrition and contributing to environmental sustainability.