In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge from Texas A&M University shares her journey transitioning from student to faculty in the Poultry Science Department. She discusses the challenges of teaching nearly 400 students a year, adapting to new learning styles, and balancing professionalism with relatability. Learn how she fosters collaboration, prepares students for the workforce, and navigates generational differences in academia. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Transitioning from being a student to becoming a professor requires redefining professional identity while maintaining relatability with students."

Meet the guest: Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge earned her B.S. and Ph.D. in Poultry Science from Texas A&M University and now serves as an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Poultry Science Department. Her role focuses on teaching core courses, guiding students in professional development, and fostering effective learning strategies for the next generation of poultry professionals.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:27) Introduction
• (03:00) Faculty transition
• (04:11) Student engagement
• (05:08) Learning styles
• (06:32) Teaching strategies
• (07:47) Professionalism lessons
• (09:30) 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. Marco Antonio Ebbing, poultry nutritionist at JBS Seara Brazil, explains the key role of ingredient analysis and feed processing in ensuring consistent broiler performance. He highlights the challenges of moisture variability in grains, communication with feed mill staff, and the importance of precise calibrations in formulation. Gain insights into managing feed quality for better efficiency and bird health. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Moisture is the most variable component of the diet, and managing it is crucial for feed quality."

Meet the guest: Dr. Marco Antonio Ebbing is a poultry nutritionist at JBS Seara Brazil with a PhD in feed science and animal nutrition from BOKU, Austria. His expertise spans feed processing, nutrient digestibility, machine efficiency, and broiler performance, with a strong background in mineral nutrition for broiler breeders. His experience combines research and commercial practice across Brazil, Austria, and the United States.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:46) Introduction
• (02:46) Ingredient variability
• (03:54) Moisture management
• (07:07) Feed processing
• (09:26) Grinding adjustments
• (12:36) Moisture in corn
• (15:36) 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, Savannah Wells from the University of Arkansas explores the use of soybean add-backs and soybean genotype selection for improving nutrient composition in poultry diets. She explains their energy value, moisture content, and practical inclusion in broiler feed. Listen now on all major platforms!

"With more soybean crushing, we're producing more add backs, and the idea is to re-incorporate them into soybean meal to boost its energy content."

Meet the guest: Savannah Wells is a Graduate Student Research Assistant at the University of Arkansas, where she is pursuing her PhD in Poultry Science. She holds a B.S. and M.S. in Poultry Science from the same institution, along with a B.A.Sc. in Animal Science from Arkansas State University. With a unique background in crop and animal science, she brings valuable insight into feed formulation strategies.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:31) Introduction
• (04:25) Soybean add backs
• (06:46) Lipid composition
• (07:46) Broiler diet strategy
• (10:07) Energy value comparison
• (11:05) Secondary ingredient effects
• (12:35) Closing research summary

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𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁𝘀, 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺.

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