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. 3d ago

    Dr. Brian Oakley: Importance Of Cecal Microbiome For Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 170

    In this special National Chicken Month episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Brian Oakley, Professor at Western University of Health Sciences, explains the importance of the cecal microbiome in poultry nutrition. He discusses how microbial communities, fiber fermentation, and cecal activity influence feed efficiency, bird performance, and gut health. Explore how microbiome research is shaping future poultry nutrition strategies. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to read the full research article! "Microbiome research now allows scientists to understand which microorganisms are present, their functions, and how communities influence poultry health." Meet the guest: Dr. Brian Oakley is a Professor of Microbial Ecology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Western University of Health Sciences. His research applies microbial ecology, qPCR, high-throughput 16S rRNA sequencing, metagenomics, and bioinformatics to poultry nutrition, food safety, infectious disease, and animal health. Before joining WesternU, he worked as a research microbiologist with the USDA Agricultural Research Service. He earned a Ph.D. in Plant and Microbial Ecology from the University of Washington. Learn more from Dr. Brian Oakley 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(01:30) Introduction(02:40) Microbiome transplant(05:00) Performance effects(05:43) Metagenomics and cecal fermentation(10:49) Early microbial colonization(12:44) Matching microbes to feed(15:16) 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 LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Brian Oakley: Importance Of Cecal Microbiome For Poultry Nutrition | Ep. 170

  2. Sep 9

    Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck: Arginine Silicate Inositol in Late Phase Laying Hens | Ep. 169

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck, Associate Professor of Poultry Nutrition and Immunology at Iowa State University, discusses arginine silicate inositol supplementation in late-phase laying hens. She explains how different inclusion levels influenced eggshell quality and bone density, why improved calcium retention may be involved, and how producers can begin evaluating the supplement according to flock needs and cost-benefit goals. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to read the full research article! "Arginine silicate inositol supplementation can support eggshell quality and bone density, with effective inclusion levels depending on the specific production objective." Meet the guest: Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck is an Associate Professor of Poultry Nutrition and Immunology at Iowa State University. Her research spans nutritional immunology, gastrointestinal physiology, microbiome and host interactions, feed additive manipulation of digestion, poultry welfare, meat quality, woody breast, and applied monogastric nutrition. She also studies nutrition and immunology strategies that support poultry performance, welfare, and sustainability. Listen to Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck 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(01:26) Introduction(01:49) Understanding ASI(03:06) Late-phase challenges(03:56) Layer study design(05:54) Reccomendations(06:45) Calcium retention(09:53) 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 LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Elizabeth Bobeck: Arginine Silicate Inositol in Late Phase Laying Hens | Ep. 169

  3. Sep 2

    Dr. Jung Min Heo: Inside Korean Poultry Nutrition and Feed Additives | Ep. 168

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jung Min Heo, Professor at Chungnam National University, discusses how precision nutrition can help poultry producers balance productivity, cost, and sustainability. He explains why low-protein diets require careful amino acid balancing, how probiotics can influence gut health, stress status, egg quality, and overall layer performance, and where AI may help predict additive synergies. Listen now on all major platforms! "Imported feed ingredients make poultry production especially sensitive to price fluctuations and availability, making feed efficiency and cost optimization essential priorities for producers." Meet the guest: Dr. Jung Min Heo is a Professor in the Department of Animal Science and Biotechnology at Chungnam National University in South Korea. His research covers poultry nutrition, precision feeding, gut health, feed additives, microbiomes, and sustainable production. He has led government- and industry-funded projects on low crude protein diets, amino acid nutrition, nitrogen reduction, smart livestock technologies, antibiotic alternatives, probiotics, egg quality, bone health, and laying hen welfare. His contributions have received honors from the Korean Society of Poultry Science and the Korean Society of Animal Science and Technology. Listen to Jung Min Heo 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(01:06) Introduction(02:26) Korean feed challenges(03:42) Sustainability priorities(05:31) Low protein diets(06:46) Probiotic responses(08:12) AI additive synergy(08:51) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Kemin * Fortiva - DietForge - Poultry Science Association - Anitox 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Jung Min Heo: Inside Korean Poultry Nutrition and Feed Additives | Ep. 168

  4. Aug 26

    Dr. Gregory Archer: Tryptophan and Poultry Stress | Ep. 167

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Gregory Archer, Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M AgriLife, explains how tryptophan, serotonin, and probiotics may influence poultry stress responses and behavior. He examines nutritional strategies, gut-brain signaling, amino acid requirements, and opportunities to translate controlled research into commercial poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms! “Gut-brain signaling creates a nutritional pathway through which intestinal conditions can influence poultry behavior, mood, and stress responses through physiological communication.” Meet the guest: Dr. Gregory Archer is a Professor and Extension Specialist at Texas A&M AgriLife, specializing in poultry management, nutrition, animal behavior, stress physiology, and environmental management. His research examines nutritional and management strategies that can influence poultry stress responses, behavior, and production environments. Listen to Dr. Gregory Archer 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(01:24) Introduction(02:09) Gut-brain signaling(03:54) Tryptophan supplementation(06:27) Stress responses(08:32) Probiotic strategies(10:05) Research applications(17:12) 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 LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Gregory Archer: Tryptophan and Poultry Stress | Ep. 167

  5. Aug 19

    Dr. Colt Knight: Pasture Utilization In Broiler Production | Ep. 166

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Colt Knight, from the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, explains how broiler genetics, feed efficiency, forage use, and housing management influence pasture poultry production. He compares conventional and slower-growing broilers while highlighting production timelines, water use, pasture management, and economic considerations. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to read the full research article! “Comparing broiler breeds under pasture conditions reveals meaningful differences in growth time, carcass characteristics, feed efficiency, and resource requirements across production cycles.” Meet the guest: Dr. Colt Knight is an Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. His research and Extension background includes animal nutrition, grazing behavior, forage utilization, and applied livestock production. His work with pastured broilers evaluates forage intake, feeding requirements, bird activity, and production economics. Hear Dr. Colt Knight 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(01:42) Breed performance(03:48) Feed efficiency(05:50) Tractor management(07:26) Forage utilization(08:59) Producer adoption(09:36) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Kemin * Fortiva - Anitox - Poultry Science Association - DietForge 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Colt Knight: Pasture Utilization In Broiler Production | Ep. 166

  6. Aug 12

    Dr. Colt Knight: Feed Strategies for Pasture Broilers | Ep. 165

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Colt Knight, Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, explains pasture contributions to broiler nutrition. Key findings cover forage intake, feed requirements, bird activity, production costs, and pasture management challenges. Discover what research reveals about the nutritional and practical realities of pasture-raised broilers. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to read the full research article! “Pasture access provides broilers with additional space, sunlight, fresh air, exercise, and opportunities for natural activity alongside limited nutritional contributions from forage.” Meet the guest: Dr. Colt Knight is an Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. His research and Extension background includes animal nutrition, grazing behavior, forage utilization, and applied livestock production. His work with pastured broilers evaluates forage intake, feeding requirements, bird activity, and production economics. Hear Dr. Colt Knight 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(01:33) Introduction(02:12) Forage intake(04:13) Feed requirements(04:56) Bird activity(06:19) Production challenges(08:27) Poultry economics(09:23) 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 LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Colt Knight: Feed Strategies for Pasture Broilers | Ep. 165

  7. Aug 5

    Dr. Sandro Cerrate: Field Strategies for Broiler Nutrition | Ep. 164

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandro Cerrate, Poultry Nutrition Consultant at Credinser LLC, explains practical strategies to improve broiler breeder and layer performance through feather scoring, body condition assessment, nutrient optimization, and mycotoxin management. He also shares field experiences from poultry operations across multiple countries and discusses data-driven decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms! "The best recommendation for breeders is to measure and monitor feed and body condition regularly to ensure long-term production success." Meet the guest: Dr. Sandro Cerrate earned his PhD in Poultry Nutrition from the University of Arkansas after completing his bachelor's and master's degrees in Animal Sciences and Animal Nutrition at the National Agrarian University. Following research and industry roles, he became an independent Poultry Nutrition Consultant serving clients worldwide. Listen to The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast with Dr. Sandro Cerrate 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(01:43) Introduction(02:19) Broiler breeder nutrition(03:43) Genetic selection and body condition(06:28) Addressing mycotoxins in feed(09:22) Alternative feed additives(11:51) Advice for broiler breeders(15:10) 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 LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Sandro Cerrate: Field Strategies for Broiler Nutrition | Ep. 164

  8. Jul 29

    Dr. Elad Tako: Grape Pomace in Poultry Diet | Ep. 163

    In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elad Tako, Associate Professor at Cornell University, explains how grape pomace can support poultry gut health, improve microbiome function, and contribute to sustainable nutrition strategies. The discussion highlights research on antibiotic alternatives, low grade inflammation, coccidiosis, and agricultural byproduct upcycling for poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms! Click here to read the full research article! "A health promoting microbiome produces beneficial metabolites that participate in multiple physiological pathways supporting host function and intestinal health." Meet the guest: Dr. Elad Tako is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Cornell University. His research focuses on micronutrient bioavailability, gastrointestinal physiology, nutrigenomics, and functional feed ingredients that improve poultry health and nutrition. Learn more from Dr. Elad Tako 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(01:27) Introduction(03:08) Grape pomace research(05:30) Sustainable byproducts(06:26) Gut health benefits(07:33) Disease research(10:18) Microbiome support(11:43) Closing thoughts The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Kemin * Fortiva - Poultry Science Association - DietForge - Anitox 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast LinkedIn: Poultry Campus Instagram: Poultry Campus Facebook: Poultry Campus TikTok: Poultry Campus

    Dr. Elad Tako: Grape Pomace in Poultry Diet | Ep. 163
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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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