The Dairy Podcast Show - #65 - Exploring the Role of Betacarotene in Dairy Cattle

Grasping the significance of beta-carotene in dairy cattle nutrition is vital for enhancing reproductive health and overall productivity in herds. This expertise enables dairy managers to make educated choices regarding feed quality and supplementation, thereby influencing herd performance and operational efficacy. In this episode, Daniel Knoll and Dr. Erin Schwandt explore the implications of beta-carotene in dairy nutrition, focusing on its effects on reproductive health and forage quality, and offering insightful strategies for dairy professionals aiming to boost herd productivity.

What you’ll learn: 

• Discussion on beta carotene in dairy nutrition
• Assessing beta carotene levels in cattle
• Beta carotene's role and importance
• Beta carotene levels in different feeding conditions
• Molecular function of beta carotene in reproduction

Meet the guest: 

Daniel Knoll

Experience:

• Current: Ruminant Account Manager at DSM

Background: 

• B.Sc., Animal Science (Kansas State University)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

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Dr. Erin Schwandt

Experience:

• Current: Ruminant Technical Manager at DSM
• Past: Senior Ruminant Technical Manager in BIOMIN

Background: 

• Ph.D., Ruminant Nutrition (Kansas State University)
• M.Sc., Grain Science (Kansas State University)
• B.Sc., Animal Science and Industry (Kansas State University)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn