The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Maurice Eastridge: Nutrition & Cow Health | Ep. 69

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Maurice Eastridge, from The Ohio State University, explores strategies for optimizing dairy cow health during the postpartum period. He shares insights on balancing carbohydrates, protein, and minerals to prevent metabolic disorders like ketosis and hypocalcemia. Dr. Eastridge discusses how feed efficiency and other metrics can guide better nutritional strategies. Tune in for practical takeaways on improving herd health and maximizing productivity.

What will you learn: 

• Postpartum cow health
• Carbohydrate and protein balance
• Preventing metabolic diseases
• Feed efficiency metrics
• Reducing feed losses

Meet the guest:

Dr. Maurice Eastridge, a Professor and Extension Dairy Specialist at The Ohio State University, has been a faculty member since 1986. He earned his MS and Ph.D. from Purdue University. His work focuses on teaching, research, and extension programs in dairy cattle nutrition, particularly on fat and fiber sources and milk fatty acid composition.
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