The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Colt Knight, Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, explains pasture contributions to broiler nutrition. Key findings cover forage intake, feed requirements, bird activity, production costs, and pasture management challenges. Discover what research reveals about the nutritional and practical realities of pasture-raised broilers. Listen now on all major platforms!

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“Pasture access provides broilers with additional space, sunlight, fresh air, exercise, and opportunities for natural activity alongside limited nutritional contributions from forage.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Colt Knight is an Extension Professor and State Livestock Specialist at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension. His research and Extension background includes animal nutrition, grazing behavior, forage utilization, and applied livestock production. His work with pastured broilers evaluates forage intake, feeding requirements, bird activity, and production economics. Hear Dr. Colt Knight on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.

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What you'll learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:33) Introduction
(02:12) Forage intake
(04:13) Feed requirements
(04:56) Bird activity
(06:19) Production challenges
(08:27) Poultry economics
(09:23) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Sandro Cerrate, Poultry Nutrition Consultant at Credinser LLC, explains practical strategies to improve broiler breeder and layer performance through feather scoring, body condition assessment, nutrient optimization, and mycotoxin management. He also shares field experiences from poultry operations across multiple countries and discusses data-driven decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms!

"The best recommendation for breeders is to measure and monitor feed and body condition regularly to ensure long-term production success."

Meet the guest: Dr. Sandro Cerrate earned his PhD in Poultry Nutrition from the University of Arkansas after completing his bachelor's and master's degrees in Animal Sciences and Animal Nutrition at the National Agrarian University. Following research and industry roles, he became an independent Poultry Nutrition Consultant serving clients worldwide. Listen to The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast with Dr. Sandro Cerrate on all major platforms.

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What you'll learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:43) Introduction
(02:19) Broiler breeder nutrition
(03:43) Genetic selection and body condition
(06:28) Addressing mycotoxins in feed
(09:22) Alternative feed additives
(11:51) Advice for broiler breeders
(15:10) Closing thoughts

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Elad Tako, Associate Professor at Cornell University, explains how grape pomace can support poultry gut health, improve microbiome function, and contribute to sustainable nutrition strategies. The discussion highlights research on antibiotic alternatives, low grade inflammation, coccidiosis, and agricultural byproduct upcycling for poultry production. Listen now on all major platforms!

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"A health promoting microbiome produces beneficial metabolites that participate in multiple physiological pathways supporting host function and intestinal health."

Meet the guest: Dr. Elad Tako is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food Science and Technology at Cornell University. His research focuses on micronutrient bioavailability, gastrointestinal physiology, nutrigenomics, and functional feed ingredients that improve poultry health and nutrition. Learn more from Dr. Elad Tako on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.

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What you'll learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(01:27) Introduction
(03:08) Grape pomace research
(05:30) Sustainable byproducts
(06:26) Gut health benefits
(07:33) Disease research
(10:18) Microbiome support
(11:43) Closing thoughts

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- Poultry Science Association
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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Iqra Nazir, PhD candidate at Purdue University, explains how bacteriophage technology could help reduce antimicrobial resistance in poultry while supporting gut health and bird performance. She discusses targeted pathogen control, microbiome preservation, immune response, and practical delivery strategies for commercial production. Listen now on all major platforms!

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"Antimicrobial resistance represents an increasing challenge affecting poultry production, public health, and sustainability, requiring innovative strategies that selectively target harmful bacteria while preserving beneficial microorganisms."

Meet the guest: Iqra Nazir is a PhD candidate in Animal Sciences at Purdue University studying bacteriophage-based alternatives to antibiotics in poultry production. Her research focuses on antimicrobial resistance, gut microbiome interactions, immune responses, and practical implementation of bacteriophage technologies for commercial poultry systems. Listen to The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast with Iqra Nazir, available on all major platforms.

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What you'll learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(02:10) Introduction
(03:18) Antimicrobial resistance
(04:41) Bacteriophage delivery
(06:14) Gut microbiome
(09:07) Encapsulation strategy
(11:15) Future combinations
(14:11) Closing thoughts

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- Elevate
- WiseVAs

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Thiago Noetzold, an independent consultant specializing in agricultural statistics and data analysis, explains the factors influencing broiler breeder hatchability and fertility. Topics include male management, flock uniformity, precision feeding, separate nutrition programs, and practical strategies to improve reproductive performance throughout the production cycle. Listen now on all major platforms!

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"Hatchability has declined across North America during the past decade, showing that management practices have become increasingly important for maintaining reproductive performance throughout the production cycle."

Meet the guest: Dr. Thiago Noetzold is a veterinarian with a master's degree in Animal Science and a PhD focused on poultry research. After completing postdoctoral research at the University of Alberta, he became an independent consultant specializing in statistics and data analysis for agriculture. His work emphasizes broiler breeder performance, fertility, and data-driven decision-making. Listen to Dr. Thiago Noetzold on The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms.

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What you'll learn:
(00:00) Highlight
(02:10) Introduction
(03:26) Hatchability trends
(05:21) Male management
(08:27) Separate nutrition
(10:27) Precision feeding
(13:13) Future strategies
(15:22) Closing thoughts

The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:

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- Poultry Science Association
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- DietForge
- The Owner's Box
- Elevate

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.
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