In today's dairy industry, achieving and sustaining optimal milk production and herd health depend on a strategic fusion of effective nutrition and management practices. This pivotal synergy maximizes milk yield, ensures cattle welfare, and drives overall success. In this episode, Dr. Steve Blezinger, a veteran with 30+ years in ruminant nutrition, discusses dairy triumph factors. He stresses farm efficiency, feed quality, and decisive choices during economic challenges. Highlighting collaboration between nutritionists and vets, he uses real-world data to optimize animal health. “The interlacing of nutrition, animal health, and reproduction is intricate; everything is tied together." What you’ll learn:(00:00) Highlight(02:15) Introduction (05:59) Discussion about the intersection of dairy and beef industries(08:04) Hot topics in the industry and challenges during downturns(13:00) Importance of quality in forage and selection processes(17:09) Yeast studies in beef and dairy production(22:23) The impact of supplements on dairy production(32:56) The final questionsMeet the guest: Dr. Steve BlezingerExperience:Current: Owner of Reveille Livestock ConceptsPast: Ruminant Product and Technical Manager in Trouw Nutrition USABackground:Ph.D. in Ruminant Nutrition (Texas A&M University)M.Sc. (Texas A&M University)B.Sc. (Texas A&M University)Connect with the guest!The Dairy Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- AB Vista- Protekta- DSM- Diamond V- ICC- Phibro- Berg + Schmidt- Evonik- Adisseo- smaXtec?????? ?? ????? ????????, ??????? ?? ??? ????? ????????.Instagram: The Dairy Podcast Show LinkedIn: The Dairy Podcast Show