The Poultry Podcast Show

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  Dr. Jake Byrnes: Continuous Biosurveillance for Poultry | Ep. 206 11.08.2026 38mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Jake Byrnes, Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Barnwell Bio, explains how continuous biosurveillance and metagenomic sequencing can help poultry producers detect health risks earlier, monitor microbial communities, and support data-driven management decisions. Practical applications, predictive analytics, and future opportunities for flock health are also explored. Listen now on all major platforms! "Continuous biosurveillance creates opportunities for earlier pathogen detection, earlier intervention, and better flock outcomes before visible clinical signs appear in poultry production systems." Meet the guest: Dr. Jake Byrnes https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-byrnes/ is Co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Barnwell Bio. His background includes computational genomics, statistical genetics, and data science leadership across biotechnology companies and academic research. Current work focuses on applying metagenomic sequencing and predictive analytics to improve poultry health and production through proactive biosurveillance. Listen to The Poultry Podcast Show with Dr. Jake Byrnes, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:52) Introduction (02:46) Continuous biosurveillance (05:53) Barn sampling (08:25) Baseline monitoring (11:40) Technology challenges (18:00) Practical applications (26:59) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Barnwell Bio (https://www.barnwellbio.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * BinSentry (https://www.binsentry.com/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/AccuGut) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://poultrypodcastshow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoultrypodcastshow #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Alexander Strauch: Smarter Flock Data Management | Ep. 205 04.08.2026 26mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Alexander Strauch, Commercial Poultry Veterinarian at Four Star Veterinary Service, explains how structured flock data analysis helps detect health challenges early, improve management decisions, and reduce late lay mortality. Practical strategies for monitoring production trends, body weight, and flock performance demonstrate how proactive management supports healthier and more predictable poultry operations. Listen now on all major platforms! "Producers that are utilizing and really understand their flock data management programs are light-years ahead of those that are not fully understanding their data, collecting it, or analyzing it." Meet the guest: Dr. Alexander Strauch https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-strauch-dvm/ earned degrees in Zoology, Veterinary Medicine, and Business Administration before building a career in commercial poultry health. As a Commercial Poultry Veterinarian with Four Star Veterinary Service, he advises producers on flock health, production systems, animal welfare, and data-driven management while supporting millions of laying hens across multiple production systems. Listen to Dr. Alexander Strauch on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:49) Introduction (03:02) Flock data (06:24) Great Eight (09:50) Data trends (13:49) Body weights (16:55) Late mortality (22:33) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * BinSentry (https://www.binsentry.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Barnwell Bio (https://www.barnwellbio.com/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/AccuGut) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://poultrypodcastshow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoultrypodcastshow #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Phillip Smith: Poultry Nutrition Evolution | Ep. 204 28.07.2026 32mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Phillip Smith, Nutritionist at Tyson Foods, discusses how poultry nutrition has evolved through advances in genetics, feed efficiency, research, gut health, and ingredient evaluation. He explains the importance of balancing bird performance, food safety, sustainability, and production costs as the industry prepares for future challenges. Listen now on all major platforms. "Good litter management, ventilation, and environment can matter as much as feed because nutrition cannot overcome every farm-level challenge." Meet the guest: Dr. Phillip Smith https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillip-smith-45aa3322 is a Nutritionist at Tyson Foods in Fayetteville, Arkansas, with more than 45 years in animal nutrition. He holds a Master's and Ph.D. in Poultry Nutrition from the University of Arkansas and works in feed formulation and research. Learn more from Dr. Smith on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:58) Introduction (04:53) Nutrition evolution (08:09) Feed efficiency (11:43) Additive evaluation (15:20) Management impact (23:25) Future challenges (30:11) Final questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * BinSentry (https://www.binsentry.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/AccuGut) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Barnwell Bio (https://www.barnwellbio.com/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://poultrypodcastshow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoultrypodcastshow #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Giridhar Athrey: Broiler Breeder Fertility | Ep. 203 21.07.2026 35mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Giridhar Athrey, Associate Professor and Associate Department Head for Undergraduate Education at Texas A&M University, explains how multiomics, artificial intelligence, and mathematical modeling are improving the understanding of broiler breeder fertility. Practical applications, semen microbiome research, and future selection strategies highlight new opportunities for poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms! "Understanding breeder fertility requires returning to the basics, defining meaningful phenotypes, and measuring biological changes over time before practical solutions can be developed." Meet the guest: Dr. Giridhar Athrey is an Associate Professor and Associate Department Head for Undergraduate Education in the Department of Poultry Science at Texas A&M University. His research combines genomics, computational biology, artificial intelligence, and functional biology to improve livestock performance and understand complex traits affecting poultry production. Listen to Dr. Giridhar Athrey on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:55) Introduction (04:48) Fertility decline (08:46) Multiomics research (11:15) Predictive biomarkers (18:34) Semen microbiome (23:48) Artificial intelligence (31:19) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * BinSentry (https://www.binsentry.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Barnwell Bio (https://www.barnwellbio.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/AccuGut) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://poultrypodcastshow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoultrypodcastshow #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. David Suarez: Poultry Genome Sequencing | Ep. 202 14.07.2026 31mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. David Suarez, Research Leader at the USDA Agricultural Research Service, explains how next generation sequencing is transforming poultry disease diagnostics. He discusses sequencing platforms, pathogen detection, genome analysis, diagnostic challenges, and future applications that support faster disease surveillance and better health decisions across the poultry industry. Listen now on all major platforms! "Sequencing generates a treasure trove of information, requiring careful interpretation to distinguish significant findings from unrelated observations." Meet the guest: Dr. David Suarez https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-suarez-6ab3362a6/ is a Research Leader and Veterinary Medical Officer with the USDA Agricultural Research Service in Athens, Georgia. He earned a DVM from Auburn University and a Ph.D. in Veterinary Microbiology and Immunobiology from Iowa State University. His research focuses on poultry viral diseases, molecular diagnostics, and next generation sequencing to improve poultry health. Listen to Dr. David Suarez on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:50) Introduction (03:29) Next generation sequencing (08:37) Pathogen detection (13:19) Field applications (20:08) Current limitations (24:06) Future diagnostics (28:15) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/AccuGut) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Barnwell Bio (https://www.barnwellbio.com/) - BinSentry (https://www.binsentry.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Website: https://poultrypodcastshow.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepoultrypodcastshow #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Sally Noll: Footpad Dermatitis in Turkeys | Ep. 201 07.07.2026 27mnt

  In this special rerun episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Sally Noll from the University of Minnesota takes a closer look at footpad dermatitis in turkeys. She breaks down what causes it, how nutrition and management affect it, and why litter moisture is a key factor. Dr. Noll also talks about scoring systems used to assess foot health and whether affected birds can recover. Tune in to learn how producers can tackle this issue to boost both turkey welfare and production efficiency. Available now on all major platforms! "Footpad dermatitis in turkeys is a persistent issue because they are raised for much longer than broilers, increasing their exposure to litter moisture and potential foot health problems." Meet the guest: Dr. Sally Noll https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-noll-2028a76/ is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Minnesota, where she has dedicated over 40 years to research and education in turkey nutrition and management. With a Ph.D. in Animal Science - Poultry Nutrition from the University of Minnesota, her expertise spans nutrition, health, and waste utilization in turkey production. Dr. Noll continues to mentor students and contribute to poultry research. Learn more from Dr. Noll and her extensive experience in turkey production on The Poultry Podcast Show. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:44) Introduction (04:21) Footpad dermatitis in turkeys (06:21) Causes and risk factors (08:39) Impact of nutrition (11:30) Scoring system explained (15:06) Recovery and management (23:07) Final questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Barnwell Bio (https://www.barnwellbio.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Guoming Li: Artificial Intelligence in Poultry Production | Ep. 200 30.06.2026 38mnt

  I'm Dr. Tim Johnson, and I'm excited to be joining The Poultry Podcast Show as a co-host! It's a privilege to be part of this community, and I look forward to sharing insightful conversations with you in the episodes ahead. For this milestone 200th episode, I'm joined by Dr. Guoming Li, Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia. We discuss how artificial intelligence is being applied to poultry health, welfare, and production, including disease detection through image analysis, gait scoring using computer vision, customized AI tools for poultry nutrition, and the challenges of bringing these innovations from research into commercial operations. Tune in to explore how AI could help shape the future of poultry management. Listen now on all major platforms! "Computer vision technologies can track individual birds continuously, providing detailed movement information that supports welfare assessment and management decisions." Meet the guest: Dr. Guoming Li https://www.linkedin.com/in/guoming-li-3334601a4/ is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Poultry Science at the University of Georgia and an affiliated faculty member in artificial intelligence, precision agriculture, and computing programs. His research focuses on applying AI technologies to poultry welfare, behavior monitoring, disease detection, and production management. Learn more from Dr. Guoming Li on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:57) Introduction (02:37) Artificial intelligence basics (05:59) Salmonella detection (15:58) Gait scoring (21:52) Poultry language models (26:49) AI adoption challenges (34:18) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Brett Ramirez: Poultry House Ventilation | Ep. 199 23.06.2026 20mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Brett Ramirez, Associate Professor at Iowa State University, explains key ventilation principles for modern poultry housing. He discusses air distribution, seasonal management, barn design considerations, common ventilation mistakes, monitoring tools, and emerging technologies that support bird welfare, air quality, and energy efficiency. Practical strategies for improving environmental control and productivity are also highlighted. Listen now on all major platforms! "Fresh air must enter the barn, mix effectively throughout the space, and then exit properly to create a consistent environment supporting bird health and performance." Meet the guest: Dr. Brett Ramirez https://www.linkedin.com/in/bramirez10/ is an Associate Professor in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University. His research and extension work focus on poultry and swine housing, ventilation, environmental control, air quality, thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and Precision Livestock Farming. His work helps producers improve barn environments through practical, science-based solutions. Listen to Dr. Brett Ramirez on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:51) Introduction (02:27) Ventilation challenges (04:27) Air mixing basics (06:13) Seasonal management (10:16) Mixing mistakes (13:05) Monitoring tools (17:55) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Aaron Stephan: Poultry Lighting Flicker | Ep. 198 16.06.2026 28mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Aaron Stephan from Signify Animal Lighting explains how flicker and temporal light modulation affect poultry environments. He discusses lighting frequency, bird perception, welfare considerations, flicker measurement methods, and practical strategies for evaluating lighting systems in poultry barns. Dr. Stephan also shares current research gaps and explains how producers can assess lighting quality more accurately. Listen now on all major platforms! “Current poultry research has not clearly demonstrated that perceivable flicker consistently creates measurable welfare problems under commercial production conditions.” Meet the guest: Dr. Aaron Stephan https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-b-stephan-84911115/ is the Director of Research and Innovation for Signify Animal Lighting and a sensory biologist with expertise in molecular biology, animal physiology, and lighting technology. His work focuses on how livestock and poultry respond to light environments to improve production, welfare, and biosecurity systems. Listen to Dr. Aaron Stephan on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms! Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:46) Introduction (03:42) Temporal light modulation (11:12) Poultry flicker perception (23:55) Welfare research gaps (28:30) Flicker measurements (32:43) Corrective lighting actions (36:52) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Joshua Lyte: Poultry Microbiome & Immunity Connections | Ep. 197 09.06.2026 26mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Joshua Lyte, poultry scientist with the USDA ARS, explains how immune selection influences the poultry microbiome, serotonin pathways, and bird physiology. He discusses connections between immunity, host microorganism interactions, gut function, and emerging opportunities for noninvasive monitoring of bird health and performance. Discover how microbiome research may shape the future of poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms! "Humoral immunity contributes to shaping microorganism populations and functions within the gastrointestinal tract through several interconnected biological mechanisms." Meet the guest: Dr. Joshua Lyte received his PhD from Iowa State University and completed a U.S. Air Force funded postdoctoral fellowship at the Microbiome Institute at University College Cork in Ireland. He is currently a poultry scientist with the USDA ARS, studying interactions between the avian microbiome, stress physiology, immunity, and disease resistance across poultry species. Listen to Dr. Joshua Lyte on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:55) Introduction (03:08) Immune trait selection (04:36) Microbiome immune interactions (11:01) Serotonin gut connections (16:48) Microbiome function matters (22:21) Future monitoring tools (24:36) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Theresia Lavergne: Gut Health Without Antibiotics | Ep. 196 02.06.2026 29mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Theresia Lavergne, Senior Technical Service Manager at Natural Biologics, explains how yeast products support poultry gut health and immune function. She discusses yeast sources, Salmonella control, beta-glucans, and feed additives that improve gut integrity and bird performance. Dr. Lavergne also covers yeast processing methods and pathogen binding in poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms! “Reduction in antibiotic usage created a greater focus on poultry gut health, microbiome balance, and intestinal integrity throughout modern production systems.” Meet the guest: Dr. Theresia Lavergne https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresia-lavergne-633789ba/ earned her Ph.D. in non-ruminant nutrition from Louisiana State University after completing degrees at Mississippi State University and Auburn University. Her career has included poultry extension, technical services, and feed additive research focused on gut health, pathogen control, and functional yeast products in poultry production. Listen to Dr. Theresia Lavergne on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:48) Introduction (03:53) Poultry gut health (06:07) Yeast sources (14:29) Salmonella control (18:09) Beta-glucans (21:09) Hydrolysis methods (27:11) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Gary Flory: Managing Poultry Disease Outbreaks | Ep. 195 26.05.2026 35mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Gary Flory, Founder and CEO of Global Outbreak Solutions, explains how avian influenza preparedness shapes poultry health outcomes worldwide. He discusses mortality management, carcass disposal, biosecurity principles, and early response planning at the farm and government levels. Gary highlights common mistakes, environmental and public health risks, and practical strategies to reduce outbreak impacts. Get valuable insight for poultry professionals focused on preparedness and resilience. Listen now on all major platforms! “Biosecurity principles remain consistent worldwide, regardless of operation size, species, or production system.” Meet the guest: Gary Flory https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyflory/ is the Founder and CEO of Global Outbreak Solutions and a global leader in transboundary and zoonotic animal disease response. He serves as a Senior Fellow at Texas A&M University and as part of FAO’s African Swine Fever Global Pool of Expertise. His work focuses on biosecurity, mortality management, and outbreak preparedness. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:48) Introduction (04:13) Farm preparedness (05:16) Mortality disposal (08:27) Decontamination steps (11:01) Partial depopulation (13:27) Early mistakes (32:19) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Isabel Gimeno: Marek’s Disease Explained | Ep. 194 19.05.2026 29mnt

  In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, we bring back our conversation with Dr. Isabel Gimeno from NC State University, who shares her deep expertise on Marek's disease. She breaks down the ongoing challenges this disease presents to poultry health, its impact on productivity, and the latest advancements in vaccine technology. Learn key strategies for managing Marek's disease and get a sneak peek at the research shaping the future of the poultry industry. Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform for practical insights to boost poultry health! "Marek’s disease initially presented as minor nerve inflammation but evolved into a neoplastic disease devastating poultry flocks in intensive farming systems." Meet the guest: Dr. Isabel Gimeno https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabel-gimeno-67907025/ is a professor at North Carolina State University specializing in poultry health, pathology, and Marek’s disease research. Her work focuses on disease pathogenesis, diagnosis, immunosuppression, and vaccine protection in poultry production systems. Dr. Gimeno has published numerous scientific papers and contributed to global poultry education and veterinary training. Listen to Dr. Isabel Gimeno on The Poultry Podcast Show, available on all major platforms! Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:50) Introduction (04:24) Marek’s disease (06:36) Changes in the virus (10:27) Productivity impacts (13:44) Vaccine tips (18:26) Future challenges (27:06) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Lukas Bauer: Probiotic Spore in Poultry Feed | Ep. 193 12.05.2026 27mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Lukas Bauer, Global Portfolio Development Manager at Evonik, explains what defines a successful modern probiotic in poultry nutrition. He discusses spore forming probiotics, spore outgrowth, consistency across diets, and links between laboratory results and field performance. Dr. Bauer also explores disease inhibition, gut health, and practical evaluation criteria for probiotic selection. Get actionable insights to improve poultry health and production efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms! “Spore forming probiotics can resist pelleting and acidic conditions, while vegetative bacteria often struggle under these challenges.” Meet the guest: Dr. Lukas Bauer https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-bauer-b7623563/ earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Agricultural Sciences from the Technical University of Munich and completed his PhD at the University of Bonn, focusing on novel feed additives. He currently serves as Global Portfolio Development Manager at Evonik, working on science backed nutrition solutions for poultry production. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:46) Introduction (03:09) Probiotic types (06:11) Spore outgrowth (08:48) Feeding strategy (10:03) Testing methods (17:27) Performance impact (24:36) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Lilong Chai: Technology Shaping Poultry Welfare | Ep. 192 05.05.2026 37mnt

  In this special episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, marking World Poultry Day this month, Dr. Lilong Chai, Associate Professor at the University of Georgia, explains how precision poultry farming is reshaping modern poultry production. He discusses sensor technologies, computer vision, artificial intelligence, and robotics used to improve bird welfare, environmental control, and production efficiency. Dr. Chai also explores data security, cloud computing, and future commercialization challenges. Get practical insights for advancing poultry health and performance. Listen now on all major platforms! "Environmental control systems originally focused on temperature, but modern precision farming expands monitoring to air quality, feeding, drinking, and bird behavior." Meet the guest: Dr. Lilong Chai https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilong-chai-b756ab97/ is an Associate Professor at the University of Georgia, specializing in poultry housing, waste management, emissions mitigation, and precision poultry farming. His research integrates engineering, animal health, and artificial intelligence to improve poultry welfare and production efficiency. Dr. Chai collaborates across poultry science, veterinary medicine, and computer science to advance practical technologies for commercial systems. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:40) Introduction (02:03) Precision farming basics (03:35) Welfare-driven technology (05:49) Sensor data systems (07:57) Computer vision use (12:21) Cloud computing future (28:29) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Alberto Giner: Building a Strong Immune Foundation in the Hatchery | Ep. 191 28.04.2026 15mnt

  In this Part 3 episode of The Poultry Podcast Show - Hatchery Health Team series, Dr. Alberto Giner, National Poultry Technical Manager at Zoetis Spain, explains how hatchery vaccination builds a strong immune foundation in broilers and layers. He highlights early intervention, controlled environments, and the role of trained staff in ensuring vaccine effectiveness and flock performance. Get practical insights on best practices and disease prevention. Listen now on all major platforms! "Professionalization of hatchery teams improves vaccination quality by ensuring consistent procedures, accountability, and higher standards across all operational levels." Meet the guest: Dr. Alberto Giner https://www.linkedin.com/in/alberto-giner-ferrara-09693412/ , DVM, is National Poultry Technical Manager at Zoetis Spain, specializing in hatchery vaccination, disease prevention, and poultry health. With experience across Venezuela and Spain, his work focuses on optimizing vaccination programs and improving flock performance by working with customers to optimize their vaccine investment. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:56) Introduction (04:52) Immune foundation (06:09) Early vaccination (08:10) Hatchery practices (09:28) Attention to detail (09:58) Training importance (14:35) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Philip Moore: Smarter Poultry Litter Management | Ep. 190 21.04.2026 40mnt

  In this special Earth Day episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, we bring Dr. Philip Moore, Soil Scientist at USDA ARS and Adjunct Professor at the University of Arkansas, who explains how poultry litter amendments improve environmental performance and bird outcomes. He discusses reducing ammonia emissions, controlling phosphorus runoff, improving feed efficiency, and developing innovative technologies like indoor air scrubbers. Learn how science driven management practices support sustainability and profitability in poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms! “Adding aluminum sulfate to poultry litter dramatically reduced soluble phosphorus while improving nitrogen availability for plant uptake.” Meet the guest: Dr. Philip Moore https://www.linkedin.com/in/philip-moore-705a90b/ is a Soil Scientist with USDA Agricultural Research Service in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and an Adjunct Professor at the University of Arkansas. His work focuses on improving poultry litter value while reducing ammonia emissions and phosphorus runoff through cost effective management practices. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:37) Introduction (03:05) Phosphorus control (05:58) Ammonia reduction (11:09) Bird performance (17:32) Litter activation (21:50) New amendments (33:53) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Suresh Neethirajan: AI Tools for Poultry Welfare | Ep. 189 14.04.2026 40mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Suresh Neethirajan, Professor and Research Chair at Dalhousie University, explains how digital livestock farming is reshaping poultry production. He discusses artificial intelligence, sensor systems, poultry bioacoustics, and digital twin models to improve welfare, sustainability, and farm efficiency. Dr. Neethirajan highlights predictive tools that support early health detection and smarter decisions in commercial poultry systems. Listen now on all major platforms! “Digital poultry systems use artificial intelligence and sensors to detect subtle behavioral and physiological changes that humans cannot consistently observe at a commercial scale.” Meet the guest: Dr. Suresh Neethirajan https://www.linkedin.com/in/sureshneethirajan/ is a Professor and Dalhousie University Research Chair in Digital Livestock Farming, jointly appointed in Computer Science and Agriculture at Dalhousie University. His work integrates artificial intelligence, sensor technologies, and behavioral science to improve poultry health, welfare, and productivity. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:36) Introduction (02:53) Digital farming goals (03:59) Sensor data systems (08:43) Decision-making tools (10:45) Poultry bioacoustics (15:04) Voice translation (36:45) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Brian Fairchild: Moisture Control in Poultry Houses | Ep. 188 07.04.2026 30mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Brian Fairchild, Extension Poultry Scientist from the University of Georgia, explains practical strategies for managing poultry house environments during cold and wet seasons. He discusses moisture control, ventilation principles, litter management, and energy conservation, highlighting how relative humidity directly affects bird performance, health, and welfare. Dr. Fairchild also shares guidance on circulation fans and proactive management decisions for modern poultry houses. Learn clear, science-based insight to improve house conditions and efficiency. Listen now on all major platforms! “Moisture control is not just a cold weather issue because birds are the primary source of water added into the poultry house environment through daily water consumption and excretion.” Meet the guest: Dr. Brian Fairchild https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fairchild-6208b73/ earned his BS degrees in Poultry Science and Animal Science, followed by an MS and PhD in Physiology from North Carolina State University. He has served as an Extension Poultry Scientist at the University of Georgia for over two decades, focusing on poultry house environmental control, ventilation, energy conservation, and management across production systems. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:54) Introduction (03:46) Air quality focus (06:08) Moisture balance (09:28) Housing differences (11:29) Circulation fans (14:18) Humidity targets (24:35) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - dsm-firmenich (http://dsm-firmenich.com/poultrystar) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming
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  Dr. Jeanna Wilson: Broiler Breeder Fertility Decline | Ep. 187 31.03.2026 33mnt

  In this episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, Dr. Jeanna Wilson, professor emerita from the University of Georgia and poultry consultant, discusses fertility decline in broiler breeders and the impact of genetic selection on males and females. She explains feeder space, diet dilution, feather cover, abdominal fat, and new AI tools to monitor mating and nesting behavior. Learn practical strategies to improve hatchability and flock performance. Listen now on all major platforms! “The poultry industry is experiencing a decade-long decline in broiler breeder fertility, with life of flock hatchability dropping nearly ten percentage points in recent years.” Meet the guest: Dr. Jeanna Wilson https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanna-wilson-1431953a/ is a professor emerita in Poultry Science at the University of Georgia and an internationally recognized leader in broiler breeder management. Her extension and applied research focus on fertility, hatchability, feed restriction, male evaluation, nesting behavior, and breeder house design. Dr. Wilson has helped improve flock productivity across the United States and globally. Liked this one? Don’t stop now — Here’s what we think you’ll love! https://www.wisenetix.com/blog?tag=the+poultry+podcast+show What you will learn: (00:00) Highlight (00:50) Introduction (03:45) Sex separate feeding (05:42) Fertility decline trends (08:18) Feeder space importance (15:58) Feather cover impact (22:44) AI behavior monitoring (31:38) Final Questions The Poultry Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like: - dsm-firmenich (https://dsm-firmenich.com/hy-d) * Adisseo (https://www.adisseo.com/) * Evonik (https://animal-nutrition.evonik.com/) * Barentz (https://www.barentz-na.com/animalnutrition) - DietForge (https://dietforge.ai/) - Natural Biologics (https://naturalbiologics.com/) - AB Vista (https://www.abvista.com/) - Signify (https://www.once.lighting/en/) - J&D + AAF (https://jdaaf.com/) - PSA (https://poultryscience.org/) - Zoetis (https://zoetis.com/) - Biofractal (https://www.biofractal.ai/) 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poultrypodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/86311919/ #podcast #farm #livestock #poultryfarming #poultry #chicken #agriculture #farming