The Dairy Podcast Show - #28 - Roundtable: Wildfire air pollution and its risks for cows

While most problems that dairy farms face both arise and are solved inside the farm, sometimes it’s not that easy – some natural hazards, over which we have little to no control, can cause harm. That is the case with wildfires: concerns over the danger posed by the air pollution caused by wildfires have been increasing in recent years. In order to reduce these impacts, we have to stay up to date with the latest research about the effects of poor air quality. That is precisely the topic of this episode’s roundtable, with Dr. Amy Skibiel and Dr. Pedram Rezamand: discussing air quality indicators, the impacts of wildfire air pollution on cow health and performance, and the development of research on the long-term effects, mitigation, and treatment of affected cows.

What you'll learn:

1. Quantifying air pollution

2. The impact of air pollution on cows

3. Smoke inhalation issues on calves

4. Controlled experiments for air pollution exposure

5. Advancements wildfire air pollution research

6. Protection measures for dairy workers’ safety

Meet the guests:

Dr. Amy Skibiel

Experience

      ○ Current: Assistant Professor at the University of Idaho.

Background

      ○ Ph.D., Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (Auburn University)

      ○ M.Sc., Ecology, and Evolutionary Biology (Auburn University)

      ○ B.S., Biology (Juniata College)

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Dr. Pedram Rezamand

Experience

      ○ Current: Professor at the University of Idaho

Background

      ○ Ph.D., Animal Science (The University of Connecticut)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn