Dr. Benjamin Wenner: Trace Minerals & Microbes | Ep. 17

The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast · Feb 15, 2024 · 9m

In this insightful episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Benjamin Wenner, from Ohio State University, explores the intriguing effects of zinc sources on fecal bacterial populations in dairy cows. Dr. Wenner shares findings from his recent research project, shedding light on how different zinc formulations can influence the microbiome and potentially affect bovine health, including conditions like digital dermatitis. This conversation is essential for those in the dairy nutrition industry, offering a deeper understanding of trace mineral supplementation's impact on dairy cow…