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Ruminate This | Agrarian Solutions

Scott Zehr
Mycotoxins
Agrarian Solutions
Agriculture
Dairy Industry
Gut Health
Agricultural Industry
DTX
Ruminant Nutrition
Dairy Nutrition
Liver Function
Calf Health
Teamwork
Dairy Cows
Young Dairy Leaders Institute
Nutrition
Livox
Inflammation
Dairy Farming
Forage Quality
Dairy Cattle

Ruminate This by Agrarian Solutions is your trusted source for insights on safeguarding ruminant health for a lifetime. From tackling the hidden threats of mycotoxins to optimizing gut health, immune function, and nutrition, we break down the biggest challenges impacting animal performance and producer profitability. But it’s not just about the science—we also explore workplace culture, leadership... more

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First-lactation cows are some of the most genetically valuable animals in the dairy herd but the transition into their first lactation can have lasting effects on health, reproduction and future performance.

Originally released on The Dairy Podcast ... more

A dairy producer asked a simple question: "Every time I feed a clay binder, my cows' manure firms up. If it isn't binding the mycotoxins, why does that happen?"

In this Letters from the Field episode, Scott Zehr and Dr. Larry Roth explore the scienc... more

When dairy producers think about improving profitability, they often focus on the cow.

But what if the biggest opportunity starts much earlier?

We're excited to share this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, where host Dr. Barry Bradford sits down w... more

Corn silage harvest is about more than filling the bunker. It is one of the biggest opportunities to protect profitability on the dairy and set the herd up for success over the coming year.

In this episode of Ruminate This, Dr. Larry Roth, Vice Pres... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Lawrence
Cornell Pro-Dairy forage management specialist
Cornell University
Episode: 70: Forage Quality Decisions That Drive Dairy Profitability
Larry Roth
Vice President of Nutrition at Agrarian Solutions
Agrarian Solutions
Episode: 58: The Truth About Calcium Carbonate in Dairy Nutrition
Mark Carpenter
CEO of Agrarian Solutions
Agrarian Solutions
Episode: 56: Shaping the Future of Transition Cow Health
Dr. Alycia Drwencke
Technical services specialist at Novus International, passionate about calf welfare and behavior.
Novus International
Episode: 55: Best practices for disbudding
John Lawlor
Managing Director at Anchor Life Sciences
Anchor Life Sciences
Episode: 54: The next generation of transition cow care
Caroline Knoblock
Director of Nutrition at Agrarian Solutions
Agrarian Solutions
Episode: 51: Optimizing Transition Cow Health to Boost Fertility and Milk Production
Jamie Propst
Community builder and passionate advocate for fishing, emphasizing the importance of connection and collaboration.
Episode: 48: Fishing for Feedback: Its Role in Building Strong Teams and Culture
Jodi Hoynoski
An experienced leader with over 20 years in the dairy industry and involvement in YDLI.
Holstein Association and Holstein Foundation
Episode: 47: Invest in Yourself: The Power of YDLI
Danielle Varner
Cargill Animal Nutrition Calf and Heifer Specialist covering Pennsylvania.
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Episode: 43: Strong Starts, Strong Futures: Mastering Colostrum Management

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Todd
Host of Ruminate This; focuses on dairy health, nutrition, and culture.
Scott Zehr
Host of Ruminate This; recurring presence with nutrition-focused discussions and industry insights.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
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Strong emphasis on improving herd health with science-backed strategies.
Guests bring real-world field data to theory.
Culture and leadership topics add a useful managerial angle.
Overall very practical and data-driven dairy insights.
Listeners likely appreciate actionable testing and mitigation steps.

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75: Dairy Reproduction & Mycotoxins: Hidden Threats to Pregnancy Success
Q: Can you briefly restate where researchers found mycotoxin binding references, and what those findings imply for practical feeding strategies?
Cahala et al. Journal of Dairy Science 2020 compiled a meta-analysis showing that traditional binders have mixed results and can tie up nutrients like vitamin E and essential amino acids, which undermines immune function and production. This suggests practitioners should be cautious with reliance on old binders and consider alternative mitigation strategies.
56: Shaping the Future of Transition Cow Health
Q: CalSTAR Complete—why now, and why this product approach?
The guests explain that moving beyond treating symptoms, toward roots like inflammation and calcium delivery kinetics, offers a substantial ROI and better animal outcomes during transition; CalSTAR Complete embodies this evolved approach and is backed by research and trials.
66: Inconsistent Herd Performance? Take A Closer Look at Fumonisin
Q: Walk us through the timeline of fumonisin's impact as it moves through the cow's body.
After ingestion, fumonisin first affects the small intestine by disrupting cellular communication, then circulates through the body, compromising immune regulation, reaching the liver where nutrient metabolism and antioxidant defenses are hindered, and eventually affects the lungs, leading to a multi-system decline and potential loss of the animal if unaddressed."
66: Inconsistent Herd Performance? Take A Closer Look at Fumonisin
Q: What is it about fumonisin that makes it so dangerous to the cow?
Fumonisin disrupts quorum sensing, stopping communication between cells across the gut, liver, and immune tissues. This leads to impaired immune responses, increased cell death in the gut, compromised liver function, and ultimately poor milk production and reproductive issues."
72: Heat Stress in Dairy Cows Isn’t Just the Problem. It’s the Multiplier
Q: What three things can producers control to mitigate heat stress before and during hot periods?
Ventilation and air movement, reliable sprinklers for wetting cows, and the use of strategic feed additives to support cow health from the inside out.

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What is Ruminate This about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practitioner-focused show exploring dairy health, nutrition, and management with a strong emphasis on mycotoxin risk, gut health, and probiotic-based mitigation. Across episodes, listeners hear from industry researchers and Agrarian Solutions' nutrition experts on how toxins impact reproduction, milk production, and immune function, often paired with practical steps for sampling, testing, and implementing inside-out strategies. Beyond science, it often covers leadership, workplace culture, and farm profitability, highlighting actionable takeaways for producers, nutritionists, and veterinarians seeking to optimize herd performance and team effectiveness. The program's standout angle is its integrated view of toxin management, rumen health,... more

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