In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Richard Kohn from the University of Maryland explains how mathematical modeling shapes diet formulation, nutrient management, and environmental sustainability in livestock systems. He discusses how artificial intelligence could influence feed formulation, the risks of data bias, and the need for critical thinking in animal nutrition. Explore how modeling connects efficiency, profitability, and environmental care. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Feeding remains a micro-level science with macro-level consequences, influencing global trade, environment, and food system resilience.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Richard Kohn is a Professor of Animal Science at the University of Maryland, specializing in mathematical modeling of metabolism, diet formulation, and the environmental impact of animal production systems. His research links nutrition, farm management, and sustainability through data-driven approaches.

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What will you learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:48) Introduction
• (03:32) Mathematical modeling
• (05:15) Environmental nutrition impact
• (06:51) AI in feed formulation
• (10:28) Farm data integration
• (18:27) Critical thinking in science
• (29:03) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Thomas Isakeit, Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist at Texas A&M University, shares three decades of experience tackling mold and mycotoxin challenges in major field crops. He explains how environmental conditions, fungal species, and post-harvest practices influence contamination levels, and what producers can do to prevent losses. Learn field and storage strategies that protect both grain quality and feed safety. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Aflatoxin contamination often arises during periods of hot, dry weather, when crop stress allows fungi to penetrate and thrive within kernels.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Thomas Isakeit is a Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist at Texas A&M University with over 30 years of experience in managing aflatoxin and fumonisin contamination in crops. His research has identified new plant diseases across the U.S. and effective fungicide treatments with multi-million-dollar agricultural impact. Dr. Isakeit focuses on disease management for field crops and vegetables, especially corn, cotton, sorghum, and watermelon.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:40) Introduction
• (03:53) Mycotoxin basics
• (09:25) Fungal species by region
• (15:02) Grain storage practices
• (20:06) Fungicides and control
• (21:42) Biological control solutions
• (27:59) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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In this episode of The Feed Science Podcast Show, Dr. Lautaro Cangiano, from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, explores how colostrum management and early-life nutrition shape the immune development of dairy calves. He explains how timing, quality, and cleanliness of colostrum feeding directly influence disease resistance, gut health, and long-term productivity. Learn how new research is reshaping early calf care and immunity. Listen now on all major platforms!

“Contamination with bacteria during colostrum handling severely limits immunoglobulin absorption in calves.”

Meet the guest: Dr. Lautaro Cangiano is an Assistant Professor of Bovine Immunology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research investigates how management practices, such as colostrum feeding and early-life interventions, influence immune function and health across a dairy cow’s lifespan. With a focus on practical, science-based strategies, his work helps producers enhance disease resistance and resilience in dairy herds.

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• (00:00) Highlight
• (00:59) Introduction
• (02:04) Colostrum management
• (04:29) Passive immunity transfer
• (11:56) Gut health benefits
• (13:58) Immune system development
• (18:28) Future colostrum practices
• (24:11) Final Questions

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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