The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. Jeffrey Firkins: Microbial Protein in Dairy | Ep. 37
Jul 04, 2024
In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Firkins, a professor with 35 years of experience in rumen microbiology and microbial protein synthesis, discusses the crucial role of microbial protein in dairy nutrition, exploring dietary strategies to enhance its synthesis and the challenges in current modeling approaches. Listen to the full episode on all major platforms.
What will you learn:
- Microbial protein importance
- Diet optimization strategies
- Nitrogen excretion balance
- Protein efficiency factors
- Future modeling improvements
Meet the guest:
Dr. Jeffrey Firkins, a distinguished professor at Ohio State University, has over 35 years of experience in rumen microbiology and microbial protein synthesis. His research focuses on optimizing dairy nutrition through improved protein efficiency. Dr. Firkins has contributed significantly to advancements in microbial protein modeling.
