The Dairy Podcast Show - Dr. Robert VanSaun: Minerals and Dairy Cow Health | Ep. 110
Sep 24, 2024
In this special rerun of The Dairy Podcast Show, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Robert VanSaun, a Professor at Penn State University and a leading expert in animal and mineral nutrition for ruminants. Trace mineral nutrition, often overlooked, is crucial for maintaining optimal livestock health and productivity. Dr. VanSaun discusses the indispensable role of trace minerals in supporting physiological processes and highlights their importance during the dry period for dairy cows. Tune in for valuable insights into enhancing livestock health through proper nutrition, available on all major platforms.
What will you learn:
- Transition cow nutrition
- Trace mineral importance
- Maternal-fetal mineral transfer
- Dairy herd management
- Mineral interactions
Meet the guest:
Dr. Robert VanSaun, a Professor at Penn State University, specializes in dairy cattle nutrition, focusing on nutrition, reproduction, and disease prevention. He earned his Ph.D. in Ruminant Nutrition from Cornell University and both his M.Sc. in Large Animal Clinical Nutrition and DVM from Michigan State University.
Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn
