The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Charis Waters: Limestone in Laying Hens | Ep. 86

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Charis Waters, a PhD student at Mississippi State University, shares her research on the effects of limestone particle size ratios and phytase levels inclusion on laying hens' performance and bone quality. With insights into phytase super-dosing and bone health, Charis explores how these factors can optimize egg production and hen welfare. Tune in now on all major platforms.

What will you learn: 

• Limestone particle size effects
• Phytase inclusion levels
• Bone health evaluation methods
• Calcium's role in production
• Laying hen performance optimization

Meet the guest:

Charis Waters is a Graduate Research Assistant, PhD student in the Department of Poultry Science at Mississippi State University. She earned her Master’s in Poultry Science from Mississippi State, where she researched laying hen production, performance, bone health, and inositol levels in relation to limestone particle size ratios and phytase levels during the post-peak and late-lay periods. Her PhD research focuses on the role of branched-chain amino acids in laying hens, examining their growth from pullet to late-lay stages. Charis is also a member of the Poultry Science Association (PSA).

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Click here to read the full research article!