The Feed Science Podcast Show - #13 - Decontamination in feed mills: exploring effective methods and concerns

In today's episode, I am joined by Olivia Harrison to discuss a crucial topic in the livestock industry: feed safety and contamination mitigation. We talk about the challenges of decontaminating facilities and the potential risks of introducing foreign animal diseases. Olivia covers it all, sharing her experiences and research at the Feed Safety Research Center, shedding light on effectiveness and the importance of controlling environmental contamination. Stay tuned as we delve into the world of feed safety and the measures being taken to ensure the health and well-being of our animal population against diseases like PRRS, ASF, PEDv, and more.

What you'll learn:

     ○ The role of the Feed Safety Research Center 

     ○ How to effectively decontaminate facilities 

     ○ Most concerning pathogens and routes for their entry into feed 

     ○ How to control potential presence of pathogen in the feed

Meet the guest:

Olivia Harrison

Experience:

     ○ Graduate Student at Kansas State University

Background:

     ○ B.Sc., Animal Sciences (Kansas State University)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn