Dr. Ana Morão: Algae-Based Omega-3 for Pet Nutrition | Ep. 84

The Pet Food Science Podcast Show

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Ana Morão from Corbion shares how algae-based omega-3 oils are revolutionizing sustainable pet food production. She talks about the environmental challenges of traditional fish oil, the carbon footprint benefits of algae fermentation, and why alternative nutrients are becoming vital for pet health. Don’t miss this fascinating conversation about the innovations driving sustainability in the pet food industry. Listen now on your favorite platform!

"Using algae-based omega-3 oils significantly reduces biodiversity pressures while providing an equally effective alternative to traditional fish oil for pet nutrition."

Meet the guest: Dr. Ana Morão earned her PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Lisbon, Portugal. With over 13 years at Corbion, she leads sustainability initiatives focused on life cycle assessments, carbon footprint reduction, and innovative approaches to sustainable processes. As a Corporate Scientist, Dr. Morão specializes in algae-based omega-3 solutions for the pet food industry.

What will you learn:

  • (00:00) Highlight
  • (01:10) Introduction
  • (07:19) Omega-3 oils
  • (12:02) Algae-based alternatives
  • (15:32) Algae fermentation
  • (22:04) Life cycle
  • (26:50) Pet diets footprint
  • (29:55) Final Questions

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