The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt - #16 - Dr. Jim Drackley: Transition Cow Diets
Feb 08, 2024In this enlightening episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, we had the honor of hosting Dr. Jim Drackley, a distinguished professor from the University of Illinois. Dr. Drackley shared his expert insights on transition cow diets, specifically focusing on the impact of energy levels in dry cow diets on postpartum health. He approached the nuances of controlled energy diets versus higher energy diets, discussing their effects on inflammation and overall cow health. This episode is a treasure trove of information for anyone in the dairy nutrition field, offering critical insights into optimizing cow health and productivity.
What will you learn:
- Diet effectiveness
- Inflammation impact
- Nutrition recommendations
- Research insights
- Diet balancing
Meet the guest: Meet Dr. Jim Drackley, a seasoned Professor of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, with over 34 years of dedicated service. Holding a Ph.D. in Nutritional Physiology (Animal Science) from Iowa State University, Dr. Drackley's expertise in dairy science is rooted in a solid educational foundation from South Dakota State University, where he earned both his MS and BS. His profound knowledge significantly contributes to the field of dairy nutrition.
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