Dr. Duarte Diaz: Mycotoxin & Dairy Health | Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Ep. 87

Dr. Duarte Diaz: Mycotoxin & Dairy Health | Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast Ep. 87

The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast · Episode 87

In this episode of The Dairy Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Duarte Diaz from the University of Arizona tackles the complex issue of mycotoxins in dairy feeds. He explores how mycotoxin contamination levels vary by region, season, and climate and how different feedstuffs, besides corn silage, are at high risk. Dr. Diaz also shared insights on testing frequency for mycotoxins and strategies for preventing contamination and growth in stored feed. Additionally, he discusses the role of feed additives and binders in mitigating the harmful effects of mycotoxins.

What you’ll learn

  • Mycotoxin variations by region
  • Common feed contamination risks
  • Diagnosing mycotoxins in dairy
  • Mycotoxin binders and additives
  • Preventative mycotoxin management

This episode is part of the Mycotoxins & Feed Risk Knowledge Trail. See all Knowledge Trails →

Adisseo solutions discussed in this topic

Adi-Flow®

Adisseo mycotoxin management solution for dairy rations.
Helps protect cows from the health, reproduction, intake and lactation effects of mycotoxins.

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Targ-it Flow®

Adisseo mycotoxin management solution, with a focus on aflatoxin and its carry-over into milk as M1.
Helps manage aflatoxin risk and protect milk marketability.

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