Real Science Lecture Series

Join Balchem for new webinars featuring nutrition experts. The webinars focus on vital topics for today’s industry. These webinars are sponsored by Balchem. All views expressed by the guests are the opinions of those individuals and are not the views of the Balchem, its affiliates or employees. Be sure to listen to our Real Science “Pubcast” in which our speakers invite a guest to have a follow-up discussion on the webinar topic.

Upcoming Lectures

Date	Title	Link
November 5, 2024	Amino Acid Nutrition for Maximizing Milk Component – Dr. Mike Van Amburgh of Cornell University	View
December 3, 2024	Global Dairy Market, Where’s it Been and Where’s it Going – Dr. Mary Ledman, Global Dairy Strategist at Rabobank	View

Previous Lectures

Date	Title	Link
October 2, 2024	The Role of the Mammary Gland in Governing Calcium Metabolism with Dr. Laura Hernandez	View
September 11, 2024	Sustainable Livestock, Sustainable Future: Toolkit to Improve Sustainability with Dr. Frank Mitloehner	View
August 7, 2024	Epidemiology 101 with Dr. Nydam, Cornell University and Dr. LeBlanc, University of Guelph	View
July 10, 2024	Turbocharge Your Fresh Cow Diets with Dr. Thomas Overton, Cornell University	View
June 4, 2024	Are Probiotics Just Magic Foo-Foo Dust? with Dr. Todd Callaway, University of Georgia	View
May 8, 2024	Lessons in Research on Nutritional Management of Robot Cows Dr. Trevor DeVries, University of Guelph	View
May 2, 2024	2024 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Pre-Conference Symposium – New Discussions in Amino Acid Nutrition	View
April 2, 2024	High Oleic Soybeans – Where Do They Fit into Dairy Diets? Dr. Kevin Harvatine, Penn State University	View
March 5, 2024	Dairy Economics–Factors Affecting Profitability with Dr. Kevin Dhuyvetter, Elanco	View
February 7, 2024	Exploring Dietary Factors Influencing Gut Function with Dr. Greg Penner, University of Saskatchewan	View
December 12, 2023	Not All Rumen-Protected Products are Created Equal – Dr. Clay Zimmerman, Balchem Corporation	View
December 6, 2023	2023 in Review Economics and a Look into the Future with Brett Stuart of Global AgriTrend	View
November 8, 2023	Colostrum is Liquid Gold – Now Let’s Get the Most We Can Out of It with Dr. Godden, University of MN	View
October 17, 2023	Diets of Productive Sheep & Goats: Performances & Health – Dr. Cannas, University of Sassari	View
September 13, 2023	The High Fertility Cycle: Dr. Paul Fricke, University of Wisconsin-Madison	View
August 2, 2023	Wild Yeasts & Aerobic Stability of Silages & TMR. Potential Negative Effects on Intake & Production, Dr. Limin Kung, University of Delaware	View
July 19, 2023	Weaning Transition in Dairy Calves: Why So Traumatic? Dr. Drackley, University of Illinois	View
June 22, 2023	New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition – Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Dr. Jose Santos, Dr. Barry Bradford, Dr. Heather White	View
June 21, 2023	Raw Meat-Based Diets are upon us: How do we ensure their safety? Samuel Kiprotich and Dr. Greg Aldrich	View
May 8, 2023	2023 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Pre-Conference Symposium – New Revelations in Transition Cow Nutrition	View
May 4, 2023	Keep Them Breathing Easy – Calf Respiratory Problems with Ultrasound: Dr. Terri Ollivett, UW-Madison	View
April 5, 2023	Cow Monitoring Technology – Revealing Her Secrets to Unlock Her True Potential, Evine van Riemsdijk	View
March 16, 2023	WDMC 2023: How do we get the next five pounds of milk with Dr. Barry Bradford, MSU	View
March 7, 2023	Mitigating Enteric Methane Emissions: How Can We Speed Up Progress? Dr. Joseph McFadden from Cornell University	View
February 15, 2023	Remarkable Strength of Demand in Dairy Importing Countries: An Opportunity for Dairy, Dr. Elgersma from Strategic Analysis Services	View
January 24, 2023	Waste to Protein on the World’s Smallest Footprint: Insects, Dr. Katharina Unger, LIVIN Farms	View
January 10, 2023	Who Let the Dogma Out of Transition Cow Management, Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State University	View
December 14, 2022	2022 in Review Economics & Look Into the Future with Brett Stuart from Global AgriTrends	View
November 16, 2022	Insights into Animal Behavior and Autism with Dr. Temple Grandin of Colorado State University	View
November 2, 2022	Transitioning to Success: The Intersection Between Nutrition, Health, & Reproduction – Dr. Santos	View
October 12, 2022	Consumers and Their Expectations: How to Meet Their Evolving Needs – Melissa Rodriguez, IRi	View
October 7, 2022	Managing for Both Fat & Protein in a Tiered Pricing System – Dr. Kevin Harvatine, Penn State	View
September 7, 2022	CNCPS V7 – Key Updates that Practicing Nutritionists Need to Know – Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University	View
August 17, 2022	Recent Developments in Performance Horse Health & Nutrition – Dr. Pagan, Kentucky Equine Research	View
August 2, 2022	What’s Happening to the Older Cows? – Dr. Ian Lean from Scibus, University of Sydney	View
June 22, 2022	Surviving Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza – Dr. Carol Cardona, University of Minnesota	View
June 13, 2022	Understanding Dairy Cow Behavior to Optimize Nutritional Management – Dr. Trevor DeVries, University of Guelph	View
May 9, 2022	Manure Evaluation For Reading Your Cows: It Doesn’t Just Happen – Dr. Mary Beth Hall, U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center	View
April 27, 2022	2022 Tri-State Dairy Nutrition Pre-Conference Symposium – Exploring In Utero Influences on Transgenerational Performance	View
April 19, 2022	Making Animals Smarter – Nutrition and Animal Cognition – Dr. Eric Ciappio, Balchem	View
April 13, 2022	Wonderful World of Fungal Toxins: What We Know About Mold, Plant, Animal Interactions – Dr. Diaz, Professor, University of Arizona	View
April 6, 2022	Harnessing Long-Term Benefits from Short-Term Choline Supplementation – Dr. Heather White	View
April 6, 2022	ReTHINKING Animal Behavior and Handling – Dr. Temple Grandin	View
April 4, 2022	Challenges of Assessing Choline Bioavailability – Dr. Joseph McFadden from Cornell University	View
March 9, 2022	Managing Poultry Coccidiosis and Its Effects in Antibiotic Free Production – Dr. TJ Gaydos	View
March 2, 2022	Managing Dairy Cows in an Extreme Warm Environment – an Israeli’s Perspective – Dr. Israel Flamenbaum	View
February 16, 2022	Up-Cycling Low Value Proteins Through Food Technologies Promotes Sustainability – Dr. Charles Starkey, Auburn University	View
February 10, 2022	Interaction Between Nutrition & Genetics with Dr. Rathje, DNA Genetics	View
February 2, 2022	How to Use the New NASEM Model & Formulation Software to Evaluate Diets – Dr. Mark Hanigan from Virginia Tech	View
January 19, 2022	Combatting Lipid-Enveloped Viruses: PRRSV, PEDV, ASFV & Maybe Even Covid-19 – Dr. Charlie Elrod	View
January 12, 2022	Why Heifer Maturity Matters – Dr. Gavin Staley, Diamond V	View
December 14, 2021	2022 and the Global Commodity Super Cycle – Brett Stuart, Global AgriTrends	View
December 7, 2021	Impact of Thermal Processing on Protein Quality & Monogastric Nutrition – Dr. Chad Paulk, Kansas State	View
November 23, 2021	2021新版奶牛NRC预览	View
November 23, 2021	蛋白质与氨基酸 – 马克·哈尼根（Mark Hanigan）博士，弗吉尼亚理工大学	View
November 23, 2021	维生素与矿物质 – 比尔·韦斯（Bill Weiss）博士，俄亥俄州立大学	View
November 23, 2021	干奶牛、犊牛与育成牛 – 吉姆·锥克立（Jim Drackley）博士，伊利诺伊大学	View
November 23, 2021	饲料采食量和碳水化合物 – 玛丽贝斯 · 豪尔（Mary Beth Hall）博士，美国奶牛牧草粗饲料研究中心	View
November 22, 2021	脂肪与能量 – 路·阿曼塔诺（Lou Armentano）博士，威斯康星大学	View
November 17, 2021	Improving Feed Efficiency for Financial & Environmental Sustainability – Dr. Mike VandeHaar, Michigan State University	View
October 21, 2021	Anticipo del NUEVO 2021 NRC lechero	View
October 21, 2021	Vacas secas, terneros y vaquillonas – Dr. Jim Drackley, Universidad de Illinois	View
October 21, 2021	Anticipo del NUEVO 2021 NRC lechero	View
October 21, 2021	Proteínas y aminoácidos – Dr. Mark Hanigan, Virginia Tech	View
October 21, 2021	Lípidos y energía – Dr. Lou Armentano, Universidad de Wisconsin	View
October 21, 2021	Consumo de alimentos e hidratos de carbono – Dra. Mary Beth Hall, Centro de Investigación de Forrajes para el Ganado Lechero de EE.UU.	View
October 21, 2021	Vitaminas y Minerales – Dr. Bill Weiss, Universidad Estatal de Ohio	View
October 8, 2021	Improving Protein Utilization to Reduce the Environmental Impact of Dairy Production – Dr. Chris Reynolds, University of Reading	View
September 21, 2021	Previewing the NEW 2021 NRC Videos & Downloads	View
September 17, 2021	Dry Cows, Calves, Heifers – Dr. Jim Drackley, University of Illinois	View
September 17, 2021	Vitamins and Minerals – Dr. Bill Weiss, THE Ohio State University	View
September 17, 2021	Previewing the NEW 2021 Dairy NRC – Videos and Downloads	View
September 16, 2021	Fat and Energy – Dr. Lou Armentano, University of Wisconsin	View
September 16, 2021	Feed Intake and Carbohydrates – Dr. Mary Beth Hall, U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center	View
September 14, 2021	Protein and Amino Acids – Dr. Mark Hanigan, Virginia Tech	View
September 1, 2021	Biosecurity Imperatives and the Feed Supply Chain – Dr. Jordan Gebhardt, Kansas State University	View
August 4, 2021	Feeding the Metabolic Race Car: A Discussion on the use of Starch and Fat as Fuels – Dr. Paul Kononoff, University of Nebraska	View
July 21, 2021	The Impact of Daily Rhythms on Milk and Component Yield – Dr. Kevin Harvatine, Penn State University	View
July 14, 2021	Antibiotic-Free Poultry Research: Optimize Product Understanding Through Thoughtful Design – Dr. Matthew Jones, Southern Poultry Research Group	View
June 16, 2021	Formulation Considerations for Healthy Dogs; Sulfur AA, Taurine and Methyl Compounds – Dr. Anna Kate Shoveller, University of Guelph	View
June 9, 2021	Impact of Enzymes and Fiber on Gut Health – Dr. Xaviere Rousseau, AB Vista	View
June 3, 2021	Optimize Your Calf Program – What Does the Future Hold – Dr. Bob James, Down Home Heifer Solutions	View
May 12, 2021	Transgenerational Nutrition – Dr. Chris Ashwell, Professor, North Carolina State University	View
May 5, 2021	Baby It’s Hot In Here – Heat Stress and Late Gestation Cows – Dr. Geoff Dahl, Professor, University of Florida	View
April 22, 2021	Mitigating Feline Obesity – Where Are We? – Dr. Adronie Verbrugghe, Associate Professor, University of Guelph	View
April 6, 2021	Net Zero Carbon Emissions Implementation on the Farm – Caleb Harper & Dr. Mike McCloskey	View
March 23, 2021	African Swine Fever Vaccine Development – Where Are We? – Dr. Manuel Borca, USDA	View
March 16, 2021	Kansas State Pet Food Program Graduate Research Showcase – Dr. Greg Aldrich & Grad Students, Kansas State University	View
March 2, 2021	Assessing Mineral Bioavailability and Real-World Implications – Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University	View
February 23, 2021	Understanding Choline: An Overlooked Nutrient in Pigs and Chickens – Dr. Ryan Dilger	View
February 2, 2021	Understanding the Impact of Seasonal Rhythms on Milk and Component Yield – Dr. Kevin Harvatine, Penn State University	View
January 12, 2021	Lab-Based Meat Production: Science Fiction or Reality – Dr. Mark Post, Maastricht University	View
January 5, 2021	Maintaining a Healthy Ruminant Digestive Tract – Dr. Brian Aldridge, University of Illinois	View
December 8, 2020	Global Mega Trends in Agriculture – Brett Stuart, Global AgriTrends	View
December 1, 2020	Transitioning a Black Swan to a Phoenix in the Global Dairy Industry – Dr. David Kohl, Virginia Tech	View
November 10, 2020	Animal Agriculture – Renewing our Social License – Dr. Marina von Keyserlingk, University of British Columbia	View
October 13, 2020	Insights into a Common Goal – Stopping the Spread of ASF – Dr. Scott Dee, Pipestone Veterinary Services	View
October 6, 2020	Supplemental Fatty Acids – More than Just Fat and Energy – Dr. Adam Lock, Michigan State University	View
September 1, 2020	Feeding the People without Wasting the Planet – Dr. Frank Mitloehner, University of California-Davis	View
August 11, 2020	Three Strategies To Implement Today That Increase Milk Protein & Customer Profits – Speaker: Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University	View
August 4, 2020	Why Cows Become Hypocalcemic and Steps to Reduce Impact – Dr. Jesse Goff, Iowa State University	View
July 7, 2020	Feeding the Immunity Defenders; The Evolving Field of Nutritional Immunology – Dr. Barry Bradford, Michigan State University	View
June 30, 2020	Improving Dairy Profitability – Dr. Mike Hutjens, University of Illinois	View
June 16, 2020	Feeding and Managing for Maximum Milk Protein Production – Dr. Tom Overton, Cornell University	View
June 9, 2020	Choline’s Long-Lasting Impact on Animal Health and Productivity – Dr. Heather White, University of Wisconsin	View
June 2, 2020	Insulin Resistance in Transition Dairy Cows: Friend or Foe? – Dr. Ric Grummer, University of Wisconsin	View
May 26, 2020	The Future of Milk Protein as a Functional Food – Dr. John Lucey, University of Wisconsin	View
May 19, 2020	Dietary Protein: How Low Can You Go? – Dr. Larry Chase, Cornell University	View
May 12, 2020	Benefits of Mitigating Heat Stress in Dairy Cows – Dr. Lance Baumgard, Iowa State University	View
May 5, 2020	Dissecting the Latest RP-Choline Meta-Analysis – Dr. Jose Santos, University of Florida	View
May 4, 2020	Methyl Donor Nutrition in the Transition Dairy Cow – Dr. McFadden, Cornell University	View
May 4, 2020	Methyl Donors and Epigenetic Regulation of the Early Embryo – Dr. Pete Hansen, University of Florida	View
May 4, 2020	The Dual Essentiality of Choline and Methionine – Dr. Heather White, University of Wisconsin	View
May 4, 2020	Methods & Challenges for Assessing Amino Acid Bioavailability – Dr. Mark Hanigan, Virginia Tech	View
April 21, 2020	Successfully Developing a High Performing Heifer Calf; Colostrum Impacts – Dr. Mike Van Amburgh, Cornell University	View