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The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast

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Heat Stress
Milk Production
Hypocalcemia
Amino Acids
Dairy Cattle
Dairy Nutrition
Lysine
Nutrigenomics
Choline
Methane Emissions
Inflammation
Colostrum
DCAD
Rumen Microbiology
Sorghum
Rumen Fermentation
Rumen Microbiome
Dairy Cattle Nutrition
Cornell University
Calves

Learn dairy nutrition from the brightest minds of the global dairy industry – in 9 minutes.

If you are a dairy nutritionist who wants to stay up to date with all that is working in the industry, but doesn’t know how to start, doesn’t have the time, or feel most courses out there don’t deliver, then you have come to the right place.

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In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Ben Moitoso, Dairy Solutions Specialist supporting customers through Veterinary Service Inc., discusses why water quality deserves more attention in dairy systems. He explains how storage tank... more

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Professor at Cornell University, explores what truly limits milk components in modern dairy cows. He discusses the roles of amino acids and fatty acids in milk fat synthe... more

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In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Tadeu Silva, Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Vermont, discusses CalfSim, a tool designed to help dairy professionals create and evaluate calf milk feeding programs. He... more

In this special rerun episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Pedro Melendez, Clinical Full Professor at City University of Hong Kong, explains how abdominal adiposity and hypocalcemia affect transition cow health. He discusses genetic ... more

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Mike Van Amburgh
Professor from Cornell
Cornell University
Episode: Dr. Mike Van Amburgh: What is Limiting Milk Components? | Ep. 147
Dr. Tadeu da Silva
Postdoctoral researcher, University of Vermont
University of Vermont
Episode: Dr. Tadeu Silva: CalfSim and Smarter Calf Nutrition | Ep. 146
Pedro Melendez
clinical full professor at the City University of Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong
Episode: Dr. Pedro Melendez: Abdominal Adiposity in Dairy Cows | Ep. 145
Dr. James Spain
Professor at University of Missouri, expert on heat stress and dairy cattle
University of Missouri
Episode: Dr. James Spain: Heat Stress and Modern Dairy Cows - Part 1 | Ep. 143
Susanna Räisänen
Assistant professor at Aarhus University
Aarhus University
Episode: Dr. Susanna Räisänen: Histidine and New Amino Acid Trends | Ep. 141
Dr. Alexandre Pedroso
Dairy specialist and cow signals expert
Plenteous Consulting
Episode: Dr. Alexandre Pedroso: Nutrition And Cow Comfort Strategies - Part 2 | Ep. 139
Alexandre Pedroso
Dairy specialist and cow signals expert
Plenteous Consulting
Episode: Dr. Alexandre Pedroso: Cow Longevity and Production Efficiency - Part 1 | Ep. 138
Dr. Brian Campbell
Ruminant Product Manager for Fortiva
Fortiva (Virtus Nutrition)
Episode: Dr. Brian Campbell: Multi-Ingredient Strategies for Heat Stress | Ep. 137
Jose Santos
Professor of Dairy Nutrition and Reproduction at the University of Florida
University of Florida
Episode: Dr. José Santos: Calcium Disorders in Transition Cows | Ep. 136

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Todd Callaway
Host of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast
Rick Lundquist
Host of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast
Luis Ferreira
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    United States3 years ago
  • The brightest minds in dairy nutrition

    Definitely the best podcast to get updated in dairy nutrition science ever

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    Brazil3 years ago
  • Dairy Blackbelt Podcast

    High quality content for dairy cattle professionals!

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    Brazil3 years ago
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    Great episodes for all!

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    Brazil3 years ago

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Dr. Tadeu Silva: CalfSim and Smarter Calf Nutrition | Ep. 146
Q: Is this the main limitation or are there other limitations that users should be aware of?
The main limitation is the calf starter intake curve; other factors like disease incidence and non-nutritional energy drains are not fully incorporated, which can affect predictions, especially near weaning or post-weaning.
Dr. Tadeu Silva: CalfSim and Smarter Calf Nutrition | Ep. 146
Q: But tell us, when you were developing that, what were your thoughts about, what is my target audience and why do I want to put together?
The primary target was consultants, nutritionists, and veterinarians with a solid calf nutrition background, but the tool has also found use among farmers and students, demonstrating its broad applicability and teaching value.
Dr. James Spain: Thermal Balance for Dairy Cattle - Part 2 | Ep. 144
Q: So if you were just a typical producer, what steps would you put in place to try to mitigate heat stresses as a farmer on your dairy cattle?
Implement a combination of environmental control (ventilation, humidity management), targeted cooling (holding pen cooling and airflow across skin), and monitor bovine responses (behavior and rumination) to adjust strategies so cows stay in thermal balance and maintain intake and production.
Dr. Pedro Melendez: Abdominal Adiposity in Dairy Cows | Ep. 145
Q: Can you explain the associations between abdominal adiposity and diseases during the transition period?
Dr. Melendez explains that excessive abdominal fat leads to inflammation and lipolysis, which in turn increases risk for metritis, mastitis, ketosis, and fatty liver, especially when cows are stressed during transition. He also ties adiposity to genetic factors that could be used to inform future health-focused genetic indexes.
Dr. James Spain: Heat Stress and Modern Dairy Cows - Part 1 | Ep. 143
Q: How should cooling systems be operated to maximize effectiveness?
Cooling should be designed around the cow as the thermometer, using nighttime cooling with fans to maximize heat transfer through the skin, and potentially using limited daytime cooling with targeted methods like misters or sprinklers to manage humidity and energy use.

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This program delivers concise, high-signal dairy nutrition insights from leading researchers and practitioners around the globe. Episodes consistently explore practical nutrition strategies, cow health and welfare, rumen function, heat stress management, and the use of biomarkers and advanced tools (such as isotope tracing and rumen-protected nutrients) to optimize milk production and herd efficiency. The conversations are grounded in real-world farm impact, with discussions often anchored by on-farm trials, industry sponsorships, and the latest academic findings. A standout trait is the ability to translate complex science into actionable takeaways for nutritionists, consultants, and producers who need fast, evidence-based guidance.

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