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The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast

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Dairy Cattle
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Transition Cows
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Inflammation
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Michigan State University
Nutrigenomics
Methane Emissions
Colostrum
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Methionine
Sorghum
Methanogenesis

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, Bennet Crochet, owner of BC Dairy Consulting, discusses practical transition cow nutrition and management. Drawing on 28 years of consulting experience, he covers calcium status, anionic diets... more

Every productive dairy starts with the decisions farmers make each day. As we celebrate National Farmers Day this month, The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast welcomes Dr. Jorge Barrientos Blanco, Dairy Nutritionist at Progressive Dairy Solutions, to... more

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In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Andres Contreras, Professor at Michigan State University, explains how adipose tissue supports dairy cows during negative energy balance. He discusses omega-3 fatty acids, inflammation, in... more

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In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Alexander Hristov, Distinguished Professor of Dairy Nutrition at Penn State, discusses rumen methane formation and practical mitigation strategies for dairy cattle. He explains how fiber, ... more

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Jorge Barrientos Blanco
Dairy nutritionist and nutrition consultant with a PhD in Dairy Science from Cornell University
Progressive Dairy Solutions, Inc.
Episode: Dr. Jorge Barrientos Blanco: Strategies to Improve Feeding Accuracy in Dairy Farms | Ep. 157
Andres Contreras
Professor, Michigan State University
Michigan State University
Episode: Dr. Andres Contreras: Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation During Transition | Ep. 156
Alex Hristov
Dr. Alex Hristov from Penn State
Penn State
Episode: Dr. Alexander Hristov: Rumen Methanogenesis and Mitigation Options | Ep. 155
Victoria Asselstine
Dr. at Jefo Nutrition
Jefo Nutrition
Episode: Dr. Victoria Asselstine and Dr. Lance Baumgard: B Vitamins in Transition Cow Nutrition | Ep. 154
Lance Baumgard
Professor at Iowa State University
Iowa State University
Episode: Dr. Victoria Asselstine and Dr. Lance Baumgard: B Vitamins in Transition Cow Nutrition | Ep. 154
Megan Lauber
PhD student in the Department of Animal and Dairy Science at UW–Madison
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Episode: Megan Lauber: Semen Type and Farm Profitability | Ep. 153
Marco Marcondes
Dr. Marco Marcondes, research scientist focused on calves and heifers nutrition
Miner Institute
Episode: Dr. Marcos Marcondes: Growth Models for Dairy Calves | Ep. 152
Efstathios Sarmikasoglou
Research Associate from Michigan State University
Michigan State University
Episode: Dr. Efstathios Sarmikasoglou: Feeding Potential of Short Corn Silage | Ep. 151
Dr. Joe McFadden
Professor at Cornell University
Cornell University
Episode: Dr. Joseph McFadden: Methyl Donor Nutrition for Dairy Cattle | Ep. 150

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Todd Callaway
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Luis Ferreira
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
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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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    5
    Gabesarruda
    Brazil3 years ago
  • Dairy Blackbelt Podcast

    High quality content for dairy cattle professionals!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Brazil3 years ago
  • The best

    Great content

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    Lauro Faccin
    Brazil3 years ago
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    Great episodes for all!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Brazil3 years ago

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Shows depth and practicality in dairy nutrition without fluff.
Guests are top experts, delivering actionable insights for practitioners.
High-quality, research-forward discussions with clear takeaways for on-farm decisions.
Consistently focused on dairy nutrition with strong industry sponsorship integration.

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Dr. Jorge Barrientos Blanco: Strategies to Improve Feeding Accuracy in Dairy Farms | Ep. 157
Q: What are the three key things to look at in order to get good accuracy?
He recommends consistent forage sampling with more than two samples and a frequency appropriate to the farm, often every two weeks, and grouping cows by lactation number and daily milk production to improve nutrient and financial allocation.
Dr. Jorge Barrientos Blanco: Strategies to Improve Feeding Accuracy in Dairy Farms | Ep. 157
Q: What does feeding accuracy mean?
Barrientos Blanco defines it as the difference between what is supplied to a cow and what the cow requires, distinguishing it from precision, which concerns how often the required supply is provided.
Dr. Andres Contreras: Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation During Transition | Ep. 156
Q: Why not just feed more energy or starch?
Because the quality and type of fatty acids influence how fat is mobilized and how the liver and adipose tissue function; omega-3s support healthier lipid metabolism and inflammation resolution beyond simple energy density.
Dr. Andres Contreras: Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation During Transition | Ep. 156
Q: What makes omega-3s important for transition cows?
Omega-3s, particularly EPA and DHA, help reduce inflammation in adipose tissue and improve insulin sensitivity, allowing cows to buffer and store energy more effectively during the transition period.
Dr. Alexander Hristov: Rumen Methanogenesis and Mitigation Options | Ep. 155
Q: What is ruminant methanogenesis and why is it important?
Methanogenesis in the rumen is driven by methanogens that dispose hydrogen by converting CO2 to methane, which impacts greenhouse gas emissions and rumen fermentation balance; understanding it helps tailor diets to manage methane output.

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The show consistently centers on dairy nutrition science, translating cutting-edge research into practical, farm-ready guidance. Episodes explore topics like milk component development, heat stress management, calf nutrition tools, mineral stability in feeds, and the microbiome, with guests ranging from university researchers to industry practitioners. A notable strength is the concise 9-minute format that distills complex science into actionable takeaways, often tied to real-world farming decisions and sponsor-supported tools. This combination of technical depth, practical applicability, and frequent guest expertise makes it a compelling listen for dairy nutrition professionals seeking current best practices and emerging concepts.

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