The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast

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Learn poultry nutrition from the brightest minds of the global poultry industry – in 9 minutes. If you are a poultry 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. The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the most brilliant minds in our industry – all while going about your routine and saving your time.

  1. Dr. Michelle Kromm: Avian Influenza's New Reality | Ep. 159

    4d ago

    Dr. Michelle Kromm: Avian Influenza's New Reality | Ep. 159

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Michelle Kromm, a poultry veterinarian and risk management consultant, discusses the ongoing impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza on poultry production. She examines outbreak trends, biosecurity challenges, endemic virus dynamics, economic pressures, mental health considerations, and the evolving discussion around vaccination strategies. Learn how these issues are shaping poultry production today. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to read the full research article! "Highly pathogenic avian influenza has become endemic within wild bird populations, creating continuous exposure pressure for poultry operations throughout the year." Meet the guest: Dr. Michelle Kromm is a board-certified poultry veterinarian with expertise in risk management, food safety, disease outbreak preparedness, and antimicrobial stewardship. After earning degrees from Iowa State University, the University of Iowa, and the University of Georgia, she held leadership roles at Jennie O Turkey Store and Hormel Foods. Learn from Dr. Michelle Kromm on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast. Listen now on all major platforms! Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:42) Introduction(04:14) Avian influenza trends(06:58) Endemic virus challenges(10:07) Commercial flock impacts(12:47) Biosecurity limitations(18:49) Vaccination considerations(19:24) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva * Kemin - DietForge - Poultry Science Association - Anitox 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    20 min
  2. Dr. Natalie Morgan: Fiber in Poultry Diets | Ep. 158

    Jun 24

    Dr. Natalie Morgan: Fiber in Poultry Diets | Ep. 158

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Natalie Morgan, an Associate Professor at Curtin University, who explains the role of fiber in poultry diets. She discusses soluble and insoluble fiber, effects on gut health, microbiota, and nutrient utilization, and challenges in fiber measurement. The conversation highlights opportunities to use fiber strategically in feed formulation. Listen now on all major platforms! "Soluble fiber ferments and fuels beneficial bacteria, producing short-chain fatty acids that support gut health and reduce pathogen colonization." Meet the guest: Dr. Natalie Morgan received her B.Sc. in Animal Biology and Ph.D. in Poultry Nutrition from Nottingham Trent University. Now an Associate Professor at Curtin University in Australia, she specializes in dietary fiber and prebiotics in poultry diets, with extensive experience in enzyme application and microbiota studies. Her research aims to optimize nutrient absorption and gut health in poultry. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:33) Introduction(02:27) Guest background(03:58) Fiber in poultry nutrition(05:01) Soluble vs. insoluble fiber(05:40) Fiber's impact on enzymes(10:58) Fiber research(12:29) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva * Kemin - Anitox - DietForge - Poultry Science Association 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    12 min
  3. Dr. Meaghan Meyer: Broiler Welfare Beyond Enrichment | Ep. 157

    Jun 17

    Dr. Meaghan Meyer: Broiler Welfare Beyond Enrichment | Ep. 157

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Meaghan Meyer, Assistant Professor at Oklahoma State University, discusses broiler social dynamics, environmental enrichment, feeding behavior, and welfare assessment. She explains how enrichment strategies influence activity, resource access, feed intake, and flock behavior while highlighting practical considerations for commercial production and student education in poultry science. Listen now on all major platforms! "Enrichment programs increased activity levels while supporting feed intake and maintaining productive performance within broiler populations." Meet the guest: Dr. Meaghan Meyer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences at Oklahoma State University. She earned her M.S. and Ph.D. at Iowa State University, focusing on broiler welfare and behavior. Her research examines social dynamics, environmental enrichment, and welfare assessment in broiler production systems. Learn more from Dr. Meaghan Meyer on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:41) Introduction(02:59) Broiler hierarchy(05:14) Enrichment strategies(07:58) Feeding behavior(10:24) Welfare performance(11:56) Poultry education(16:11) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Kemin * Fortiva - Poultry Science Association - Anitox - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    16 min
  4. Olumide Olowe: Brown Seaweed for Broilers | Ep. 156

    Jun 10

    Olumide Olowe: Brown Seaweed for Broilers | Ep. 156

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Olumide Olowe, PhD Candidate at Purdue University, discusses the potential of brown seaweed as a functional ingredient in broiler nutrition. He explains its effects on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, intestinal health, microbiota composition, and short-chain fatty acid production, while addressing challenges related to ingredient variability and consistency. Listen now on all major platforms! "During the broiler trial, body weight increased linearly through twenty-one days of age even though nutrient digestibility was reduced at higher seaweed inclusions." Meet the guest: Olumide Olowe is a Ross Research Fellow and PhD Candidate in Animal Sciences at Purdue University. His research focuses on sustainable poultry nutrition, alternative feed ingredients, gut health, nutrient digestibility, and reducing reliance on antibiotics in broiler production. Previously, he worked in aquaculture nutrition and feed additive research across Asia and Africa. Listen to The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast with Olumide Olowe on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:30) Introduction(03:27) Brown seaweed benefits(05:04) Growth performance effects(06:19) Digestibility challenges(06:57) Microbiota changes(10:00) Seasonal variation(12:33) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva * Kemin - Anitox - Poultry Science Association - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    13 min
  5. Dr. Jean Noblet: Predicting Feed Energy Accurately | Ep. 155

    Jun 3

    Dr. Jean Noblet: Predicting Feed Energy Accurately | Ep. 155

    In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring you a crossover with The Poultry Podcast Show. Co-host Dr. Pratima Adhikari sits down with Dr. Jean Noblet, consultant in monogastric nutrition and former INRA Director of Research, who explains practical approaches for estimating net energy in poultry feeds. He discusses prediction equations, energy evaluation methods, ingredient variability, feeding tables, and the application of indirect calorimetry and comparative slaughter techniques. Learn how accurate energy values support better feed evaluation decisions. Listen now on all major platforms! Meet the guest: Dr. Jean Noblet earned his Agronomy degree from INA Paris Grignon and a PhD in Nutrition from Université Pierre et Marie Curie. After nearly four decades at INRA, his work advanced energy evaluation systems, calorimetry methods, and nutritional modeling for pigs and poultry. Today, he consults internationally on monogastric nutrition and feed energy evaluation. Listen to Dr. Jean Noblet on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:09) Introduction (01:30) Net energy equations (02:27) Feed energy evaluation (03:58) Ingredient variability (04:16) Feeding table selection (06:37) Energy measurement methods (08:40) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva * Kemin - DietForge - Anitox - Poultry Science Association 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    9 min
  6. Dr. Jean Noblet: Net Energy in Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 154

    May 27

    Dr. Jean Noblet: Net Energy in Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 154

    In this special episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we bring you a crossover with The Poultry Podcast Show. Co-host Dr. Pratima Adhikari sits down with Dr. Jean Noblet, consultant in monogastric nutrition and former INRA Director of Research, to explain the evolution of poultry feed energy evaluation from metabolizable energy to net energy systems. He discusses indirect calorimetry, standardized AME approaches, prediction equations, and practical applications for improving feed evaluation accuracy in poultry nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms! "Net energy takes into account the heat production associated with nutrient metabolism, making it a more precise measure for feed formulation." Meet the guest: Dr. Jean Noblet earned his Agronomy degree from INA Paris Grignon and a PhD in Nutrition from Université Pierre et Marie Curie. After nearly four decades at INRA, his work advanced energy evaluation systems, calorimetry methods, and nutritional modeling for pigs and poultry. Today, he consults internationally on monogastric nutrition and feed energy evaluation. Listen to Dr. Jean Noblet on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:04) Introduction(01:51) Poultry energy systems(05:26) Standardized AME(05:49) Net energy basics(07:29) Energy prediction(11:44) System application(15:19) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva * Kemin - Poultry Science Association - Anitox - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    16 min
  7. Dr. Pedro Ferzola: Early Nutrition in Poultry | Ep. 153

    May 20

    Dr. Pedro Ferzola: Early Nutrition in Poultry | Ep. 153

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Pedro Ferzola, a research associate at FFoQSI and scientist at BOKU University, explains early feeding strategies in broiler chickens. He highlights the importance of nutrient timing, energy sources, and feed processing to support gut development and performance. Learn how early nutrition shapes outcomes and why precision feeding matters. Listen now on all major platforms! "Early feeding represents one of the most critical phases in poultry production, where nutritional precision determines long-term development, performance outcomes, and overall efficiency." Meet the guest: Dr. Pedro Sessegolo Ferzola is a researcher in animal nutrition and feed processing at FFoQSI and BOKU University in Vienna. His academic background includes a Doctor’s degree from BOKU and a Master’s in Agribusiness from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil. Learn more from Dr. Pedro Ferzola on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:16) Introduction(02:46) Early feeding role(05:33) Energy sources focus(06:23) Feed processing impact(07:23) Gut development(08:56) Transition feeding(10:55) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Kemin * Fortiva - Poultry Science Association - Anitox - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    11 min
  8. Dr. Birger Svihus: Particle Size Preference | Ep. 152

    May 13

    Dr. Birger Svihus: Particle Size Preference | Ep. 152

    In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Birger Svihus from the Norwegian University of Life Sciences breaks down how particle size affects broiler feeding behavior. He shares insights into how birds select feed particles, their preferences for fines, and the implications for feed formulation. Find out how a closer look at pecking patterns could change the way we think about poultry nutrition. Listen now on all major platforms! "The bird is pecking more than once per second. So it's an extremely rapid rate of pecking." Meet the guest: Dr. Birger Svihus earned his Ph.D. in Poultry Nutrition from the Agricultural University of Norway, where he currently serves as a professor at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences. His work focuses on cereal fiber, starch, feed structure, and digestive function in poultry. He’s published extensively and leads nutrition research across Europe. Learn more about his approach on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast. Listen now, featuring Dr. Birger Svihus on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! What you'll learn: (00:00) Highlight(01:18) Introduction(02:29) Particle size impact(03:38) Feeding behavior science(05:58) Beak capacity limits(08:33) Preference for fines(09:42) Size vs. nutrient delivery(11:31) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Fortiva * Kemin - Poultry Science Association - Anitox - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Instagram: Poultry Campus LinkedIn: Poultry Campus

    11 min
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Learn poultry nutrition from the brightest minds of the global poultry industry – in 9 minutes. If you are a poultry 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. The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is specially designed by and for professionals just like yourself. With it, you can effortlessly have access to the thoughts of the most brilliant minds in our industry – all while going about your routine and saving your time.

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